City utility crews were working to restore electricity. The Department of Water and Power estimated full restoration might not come until 4 a.m.
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Neighborhoods most affected by power outages included Valley Village, Sherman Oaks, Mid-City and Hollywood.
"Crews will work through the night to get power restored to all customers affected by today's strong winds," the DWP tweeted. "Thanks for ur patience."
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The winds also knocked down trees throughout Southern California, crushed cars and sparked a small fire in Hancock Park, among other damage.