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L.A. County offers lead testing and free soil sampling program after Eaton Fire; county reports few elevated blood lead cases so far
Summary
Los Angeles County Public Health reported results from representative soil sampling after the Eaton Fire, described a county program to offer free composite soil lead testing for affected properties and ongoing blood‑lead testing; staff urged residents to follow guidance and participate in testing if concerned.
Los Angeles County Public Health on May 27 summarized environmental and health work after the Eaton Fire and described a county program offering free composite soil lead testing and blood‑lead screening for residents in affected areas.
Why it matters: Wildfires that consume structures can distribute particulate matter, ash and chemical residues in soil and air. County testing found a higher percentage of soil samples with lead above California’s residential screening level in a downward (downwind) band from the Eaton Fire, prompting a targeted testing effort.
County findings and response: Public Health Officer Dr. Muntu Davis briefed the council on county sampling and guidance. Using representative soil sampling in…
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