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Newest Data Brief finds minimal VOCs in tap water samples taken in Feb–April in Palisades and Altadena
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Key Takeaways: Why this is important: Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) like benzene were found early on in some drinking water after the fires, possibly due to partially burning plastic pipes (like PVC)… Continue Reading
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NY Times: L.A. Officials Test Residents for Lead After Fires
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Three months after the Palisades and Eaton fires devastated LA County, our team at the L.A. Fire HEALTH Study is continuing to conduct on site testing of soil contaminants. An article… Continue Reading
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Conversations After the Fires: Air Quality and Health
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Researchers from the LA Fire HEALTH Study Consortium spoke today at a webinar hosted by the CalTech Science Exchange as part of their Conversations After the Fires: Air Quality and Health… Continue Reading
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New Data Brief Examines Debris Flow Hazard Risks in Fire Areas
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The latest Data Brief from the LA Fire HEALTH Study uses mapping and modeling tools to look at how a wildfire impacts the risks of mudslides during extreme rains. Continue Reading
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LA Times, NY Times, CNN: Palisades and Eaton firefighters had elevated blood levels of mercury and lead
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A story in the LA Times on March 27, 2025, featured the work of the LA Fire HEALTH Study to investigate the health impacts of the LA fires on first responders. Continue Reading
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Science: In the Ashes
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A new article in the March 28 issue of Science magazine, highlights the work of the LA Fire HEALTH study to fill in important gaps in knowledge about the health impacts… Continue Reading