Researchers call on Newsom to pay for post-fire soil testing in Los Angeles County
Environmental researchers urge California officials to fund soil testing for homes affected by wildfires to protect public health and ensure economic recovery.
L.A. County finds high lead levels in soil on properties already cleaned by Army Corps
In the Eaton burn scar, around 27% of soil samples still had lead levels above California's state standards for residential properties, indicating ongoing contamination risks.
FEMA rejects call by Newsom's office to test soil in fire areas for toxic contaminants
California is urging FEMA to reconsider its decision against post-cleanup soil testing following wildfires, citing safety concerns about toxic contamination.