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EPA, Army Corps and county describe phased debris removal, household hazardous waste abatement and lithium‑battery handling
Summary
Speakers outlined a phased debris program with EPA leading phase 1 (household hazardous waste) and the U.S. Army Corps assigned to phase 2 (ash and debris). Officials said lithium‑ion batteries from electric vehicles and backup systems are being handled under EPA protocols and sent to authorized recyclers.
Officials at a California Assembly joint hearing described a phased debris‑removal program for the Los Angeles wildfires that separates household hazardous waste and more extensive ash and debris removal and noted specific protocols for lithium‑ion battery handling.
"The Debris Task Force is responsible for the safe and efficient removal of hazardous materials and debris resulting from the wildfires ensuring public safety and facilitating rebuilding efforts," Bob Troy of Cal OES said. He noted that the EPA was the lead for phase 1 and the Army Corps was mission‑assigned for phase 2 in the Palisades and Eaton fires.
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