Soil testing by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health revealed elevated lead and toxic metals in homes affected by wildfires in January. Samples from the Eaton burn scar indicated that about 27% of soil still had lead levels exceeding California’s safety standards, particularly in areas of older homes. In contrast, testing in the Palisades zone showed much lower lead levels. Experts suggest that the differences may be due to various factors, including historical use of lead paint in homes. Authorities advise residents to consider potential soil contamination in their properties.
In the Eaton burn scar, around 27% of soil samples still had lead levels above California's state standards for residential properties, indicating ongoing contamination risks.
The higher percentage of older homes with lead paint in Altadena could be one reason for the significant variation in lead contamination found in the study.
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