Photos: Carmageddon weekend pictures in LA

We beat Carmageddon! See photos of the construction as well as how people reacted to the I-405 closure.

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Carmageddon shortcuts on L.A.'s Westside
WEST LOS ANGELES - The closure of the 405 is going to affect the Westside of L.A. the most. Here are some shortcuts to help you get around.
Carmageddon shortcuts through the Valley
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY, LOS ANGELES - During the 405 weekend closure, driving through the San Fernando Valley could be a challenge if the freeway backs up.
Carmageddon shortcuts: Valley to Westside
LOS ANGELES - With the 405 Freeway weekend closure approaching, here are some shortcuts from the Valley to L.A.'s Westside.
Carmageddon shortcuts: South Bay to Westside
SOUTH BAY, LOS ANGELES - With the 405 Freeway weekend closure approaching, here are some shortcuts from the South Bay to L.A.'s Westside.
Carmageddon: Mobile app to help beat traffic
LOS ANGELES - The I-405 is closing down on the weekend of July 16-17, and ABC7 Eyewitness News has partnered with Waze to help.
City council: State should pay for Carmageddon
LOS ANGELES - The Carmageddon burden on the city budget was heavy, and the L.A. City Council wants the state to pick up the costs.
Video: 405 construction draws curious spectators
While many are avoiding the 405 area, some are heading toward the site to get a glimpse at the historic closure.
Carmageddon in effect- Caltrans closes I-405
LOS ANGELES - Carmageddon is in effect. All lanes of the Interstate 405 from the I-10 to 101 Freeway have been closed by Caltrans.
Carmageddon: Plans to cope with 405 closure
LOS ANGELES - Carmageddon is fast approaching, and drivers are making plans to cope with the massive closure of the I-405.
Past LA freeway closures went fairly smoothly
SEPULVEDA PASS, LOS ANGELES - LA is nearly ready for Carmaggedon weekend. This isn't the first time the city has had major freeway shutdowns.
Carmaggedon demolition project set to begin
SEPULVEDA PASS, LOS ANGELES - Caltrans is making sure everything goes smoothly as final preparations are made for the Friday 405 Freeway closure.
Biz owners hope for Carmaggedon business
SEPULVEDA PASS, LOS ANGELES - Will Carmageddon be a good thing for business? Some businesses are banking on it. Others are worried.