Resources and Support Regarding the Noxious Odor from the Dominguez Channel

For weeks, high hydrogen sulfide levels in the Dominguez Channel have created a noxious odor that spread throughout Carson and surrounding neighborhoods including Gardena, Compton, Torrance, and Long Beach. Unfortunately, people are still dealing with this issue.

Rep. Barragan ahs been in daily contact with city, county, and state authorities. Her office is fielding calls daily from residents impacted by the noxious odor and providing them information on where to obtain services. 

There are several resources available to residents dealing with this noxious odor:

• Submit a Claim: If you have been impacted by the odors and would like to submit a claim, call the Public Works Department at (626) 300-2644.
• Carson Community Center: LA County Public Works Department and LA County Department of Public Health will have staff available at the Carson Community Center to answer health questions and assist residents with filing a claim. They will be on-site from 7:30 am – 6:30 pm at 801 E Carson St, Carson, CA 90745.
• Reimbursements: If you are a resident of Carson or West Carson, Los Angeles County has a reimbursement program for the purchase of HVAC air filters, portable air filters, or temporary relocation during this public health event. Please click here to see more information about air cleaners and filters. Click here to file a claim for reimbursement or contact the Call Center at (800) 675-4357. You can also call the LA County 211 Hotline for additional assistance in submitting reimbursements or in finding temporary relocations.
• Temporary Relocation Assistance: The City of Carson is providing temporary relocation assistance, HEPA air filters, and air purifiers to Carson residents affected by the Dominguez Channel odor at (310) 830-7600 from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.

For more information on protective measures to protect the foul odor from entering your home, call the Public Health Community Line at 626-430-9821. A list of all resources available to those impacted by the foul odor can be found at  https://lacounty.gov/emergency/dominguez-channel/.