The EPA's selection of Lario Park in Altadena to process hazardous waste from the devastating Eaton and Palisades fires has ignited public outcry. Residents fear the potential impact on air and water quality and demand transparency from authorities.
The recent wildfires that began on January 7th have left a trail of destruction across the Los Angeles area, charring thousands of buildings, cars, and electronics. This devastation has generated potentially hundreds of tons of hazardous materials, raising concerns among local residents. One such community, Duarte, is particularly worried about a rock-mining site near the burn zone that has been used by the EPA to process the hazardous waste .
Ceci Carroll, a 23-year resident of Duarte and former local school board member, expressed her deep concerns about the potential impact on the community and the school districts. She emphasized the presence of hazardous chemicals and materials, and the anxieties of parents regarding their children's health and safety.The fires, which encompassed the Eaton and Palisades fires, have left an unprecedented mark on California. They scorched the largest urban area ever recorded in the state, significantly surpassing the damage caused by the 2018 Woolsey Fire. The EPA has taken on the monumental task of removing the hazardous waste from the affected areas. This includes paints, pesticides, solvents, compressed gas cylinders, ammunition, and lithium-ion batteries from electric cars, which can become toxic when burned. The agency has chosen Lario Park, a federally owned land used for recreation, as the processing site.Local residents, however, are deeply troubled by the decision. They expressed their concerns at a town hall meeting, questioning the site selection process and the lack of consultation with the community. They demanded clarity on safety measures, testing protocols, and the planned duration of the operation. Sen. Susan Rubio and local mayors voiced their opposition, emphasizing the need for transparency and community involvement. The EPA, while acknowledging the residents' anxieties, assured them that they are taking stringent safety measures to minimize any potential risks. They plan to regularly monitor air quality, sample soil, use water trucks to control dust, and transport waste daily. The agency also committed to utilizing surface streets instead of freeways to ensure slower and safer transport
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