Wildfires

Debris Cleanup, Sediment Testing Ongoing at L.A. County Beaches

To learn more about how the county and other agencies are ensuring public beaches remain safe for visitors, DBH has…

11 months ago

Atmospheric River Hitting Post-Fire LA Region – Statement from Los Angeles Waterkeeper

Authorities are already raising concerns about toxic runoff making its way into local waterways, potential mudslides, and the risk of…

11 months ago

County Seeks Rentals for Fire Victims; “Know Your Rights” Info for Immigrants to Be Displayed on Metro System

Hahn's letter requests that Metro place easy-to-read information on immigrants' rights in multiple languages on displays in Metro buses, trains,…

11 months ago

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Beginning Residential Debris Removal in LA County

The Army Corps of Engineers anticipates that most eligible properties enrolled in the federal debris removal program will be cleared…

11 months ago

The Fire-Starters Brigade & Clean-Up Crew

They found that “Instances surged by 5,065% in just 11 days, with 120 new cases identified daily,” and that “Rent…

11 months ago

Mayor Bass Launches the LA Disaster Relief Navigator at LACity.gov

The LA Disaster Relief Navigator asks personalized questions to create individual Disaster Action Plans including government programs, insurance assistance, home…

11 months ago

Hahn Wants Experienced Local Labor Included in Post-Fire Ocean Clean-Up Effort

Hahn requested that the Department of Public Works work directly with ILWU Local 56 on identifying best practices for this…

11 months ago

LA Fire Justice Announces Lawsuit Against Southern California Edison

Their mission is to partner with families and communities in their recovery, providing guidance, pursuing accountability, and securing the financial…

11 months ago

Sen. Padilla Challenges Trump Administration Over Unscheduled, Dangerous Central Valley Dam Releases

Local officials warned the Corps that releasing water at the levels the Corps planned to would have flooded both the…

11 months ago

State Crews Installed 60 Miles of Protective Materials in L.A. Fire Zones Ahead of Anticipated Rain

These hazards can compromise drinking water sources, damage infrastructure, and pose serious risks to both human health and wildlife habitats.

11 months ago