The Times tested for lead, mercury and other heavy metals in Altadena and Pacific Palisades. From respiratory problems to lung cancer, these are the risks of exposure.| Los Angeles Times
The federal cleanup of the Altadena and Pacific Palisades fires was in some ways a historic achievement. But many residents are worried that by moving fast, the results were compromised.| Los Angeles Times
20% of properties were still contaminated with lead after debris clean-up, the County found.| Los Angeles Times
The federal government decided not to test the soil of L.A.'s burn areas for hazardous substances. A Times investigation found high levels of lead and other heavy metals.| Los Angeles Times
The Los Angeles County wildfires unleashed all kinds of contaminants once locked away in paints, plastics and elsewhere. Among the most concerning is lead, so, like hundreds of Angelenos, a reporter who covered the fires got his blood tested.| Los Angeles Times
Assessing the January fires' environmental toll is tough on land. It's even harder in the sea.| Los Angeles Times
The team of scientists found only one water sample with benzene, suggesting that the water is generally safe to drink across Altadena and the Pacific Palisades.| Los Angeles Times
