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When FEMA failed to test soil for toxic substances after the L.A. fires, The Times had it done. The results were alarming
The federal government decided not to test the soil of L.A.'s burn areas for hazardous substances. A Times investigation found high levels of lead and other heavy metals.
What the fires left behind in the soil of Los Angeles homeowners
Noah Haggerty is an environment, health and science reporter at the Los Angeles Times. With a background in physics, he has conducted research on spacecraft propulsion, fusion energy and plasma — the ...
The L.A. wildfires left lead and other toxins in the soil of burn zones. Here are their health risks
The Times tested for lead, mercury and other heavy metals in Altadena and Pacific Palisades. From respiratory problems to ...
How we tested the soil in Altadena and Pacific Palisades
Following best practices from previous federal post-wildfire soil-testing efforts, The Times collected samples from ...
Four months after wildfires, Kentucky Derby favorite Journalism embodies symbol of resilience
Journalism is the favorite in the 151st Kentucky Derby. Four months ago, he and his trainer were displaced by the destructive ...
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Barger seeks better emergency prep at Mirador Apartments
Los Angeles County supervisors next week will consider a motion that addresses emergency preparedness and response ...