“On Friday, May 22, a crude oil spill near Cesar Chavez Avenue and Eastern Avenue significantly impacted surrounding neighborhoods and small businesses in East Los Angeles. I am grateful for the continued response efforts by first responders, environmental agencies, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, and Los Angeles Public Works to contain the spill and restore access to our streets and sidewalks. Because of their swift action and coordination, the intersection officially reopened on Thursday, May 28.
While the spill has been contained, it is important that we remain vigilant as long-term remediation and storm drain cleaning efforts continue. The impacts on the Los Angeles River and local wildlife underscore the importance of protecting our environment, public infrastructure, and surrounding communities.
There must also be accountability and transparency with the community as recovery efforts move forward. Residents and small businesses deserve clear communication, timely updates, and a full understanding of the long-term environmental and public health impacts of this spill. Our communities should never be left in the dark when incidents like this occur.
My office will continue to stay engaged with response partners and remain available to help connect constituents with updates, resources, and support services.”
State Resources
For air quality or odor complaints, reach out to:
South Coast Air Quality Management District
- 📞 (800) CUT-SMOG / (800) 288-7664
- 🔗 xappp.aqmd.gov/complaints/NewComplaint.aspx
If you encounter an oiled animal, do not engage. Call:
Oiled Wildlife Care Network
- 📞 (877) 823-6926
- 🔗 owcn.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/about/contact
To file a claim for damaged pipes, reach out to:
Pacific Pipeline System (PPS)
- 📞 (877) 817-5465
For questions on services that may not be listed here, please feel free to contact my district office at (213) 483-5252.
