Tunnel Collapse Traps Workers, Access Point Six Miles Away

A tunnel collapse in Wilmington, California, on Wednesday evening trapped at least 15 workers underground, with reports suggesting up to 28 may be affected. The incident occurred near the 1700 block of North Figueroa Street, with the sole tunnel access point reportedly as far as six miles from the workers' location, complicating rescue efforts. Over 100 Los Angeles Fire Department personnel, including Urban Search and Rescue teams, are engaged in the operation. Communication lines to the trapped workers have been damaged, and no injuries have been confirmed so far. Authorities have asked media helicopters to avoid the area to prevent interference with rescue communications. The situation remains fluid as crews work to reach and free those trapped.