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Phase 1: Hazardous Material Removal
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) has been assigned by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to survey, remove, and dispose of hazardous materials from properties impacted by the fires. This work is free to residents and is already underway with assistance from the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) and local agencies.
As the first stage of cleanup, USEPA will remove potentially dangerous everyday products like:
Paint
Cleaners and solvents
Oils
Batteries
Pesticides
USEPA field teams will remove asbestos and inspect pressurized fuel cylinders (like propane tanks). They will also remove items thought to have asbestos if they are easy to identify, but the property will not be fully cleared until Phase 2 (debris removal).
If you have specific questions about Phase 1 Hazardous Material Removal, please email EPALAWildfiresInfo@epa.gov or call 1-833-R9-USEPA (1-833-798-7372).
For general questions about fire debris removal, please contact the Removal Hotline at (844) FIRE DEBRIS / (844) 347-3332, available Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 7 PM, and Saturday and Sunday from 8 AM to 6 PM. You can also visit pw.lacounty.gov/epd/debris-removal/ for more information.
Frequently Asked Questions
How will EPA remove hazardous materials from my property?
An EPA-led team will survey your property for work conditions.
A second EPA-led team will remove hazardous materials.
Once complete, the EPA will place a sign on your property (see example sign).
If it is not safe for EPA teams to enter your property, hazardous material removal will be done during Phase 2 (debris removal)
EPA will only remove hazardous materials.
If functional firearms or suspected remains are found, EPA will stop work and contact local law enforcement for handling.
Why are hazardous materials removed?
Hazardous materials are harmful to the environment and residents and need to be safely removed and disposed of before Phase 2 can start.
Do I need to give the EPA permission to enter my property?
The State of California issued an order on January 15, 2025 granting EPA authority to access properties without permission from the property owner.
Will EPA remove anything other than hazardous materials?
EPA will only remove hazardous materials.
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