Napa, CA — A significant disruption occurred late Saturday night when a large hole suddenly opened up on Laurel Street, forcing authorities to close the roadway for emergency repairs.
The incident happened just before midnight on the 2500 block of Laurel Street, where a ruptured water main caused the pavement to collapse and flood the surrounding area. Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene, securing the area to prevent further hazards to residents and motorists.
By Sunday morning, the City of Napa had officially closed Laurel Street between Freeway Drive and Avon Avenue to allow crews to assess the damage and begin necessary repairs. The closure is expected to last several days while crews work to fix the water main and stabilize the roadway.
City officials urged drivers to seek alternate routes and cautioned residents about potential disruptions to water service during the repair process.
This event is unrelated to the “Glory Hole” spillway located at Lake Berryessa, which has been the subject of recent public attention but lies several miles away from the affected area.
Officials are continuing to monitor the site and will provide updates as repair efforts progress.