Part of the 101 Freeway in Boyle Heights has been closed due to a water main break early Wednesday, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The incident occurred shortly before 1:30 a.m., near the Fourth Street exit. The water main break happened at the intersection of Boyle and Second streets, causing water to flood that part of the freeway.
Authorities issued a SigAlert for the closure of the highway, in both southbound directions for an indefinite period of time. However, they opened the northbound lanes shortly before 4:30 a.m.
Drivers are advised to avoid the area or find alternate routes.
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