Eaton Fire Soil Testing Project

Overview

In response to an April 15, 2025 motion by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, the Department of Public Health is launching a new soil testing program. Up to $3 million from the Lead Paint Hazard Mitigation Program has been allocated to fund free soil lead testing for residents living within and downwind of the Eaton Fire burn area.

How It Works

STEP 1

Reference the target map below to view areas within and defined as downwind of the Eaton fire. Soil samples can be submitted for testing even though they may not fall within the squares on the map.

STEP 2

Follow the Soil Sampling Collection Procedures carefully to collect your soil sample.

STEP 3

Print and complete the Soil Sample Submission Form and include it with your soil sample.

STEP 4

Drop off your soil sample at the One Stop Permit Center – Public Health Table
464 W. Woodbury Road, Suite 210, Altadena, CA 91001
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

STEP 5

Wait to receive your soil test results via email from the certified laboratory within 7–10 business days.

STEP 6

Visit the Guidance for Results section on how to interpret your soil screening results.

Target Area Map

Properties located downwind of, and just outside, the Eaton Fire are prioritized for free soil testing under this program.
Soil samples from properties located within the burn scar, downwind of, and just outside, the Eaton Fire area can be submitted for testing even though they may not fall within the squares on the map.
Soil testing is also available from the USC CLEAN Project. Note that the USC CLEAN Project is an independent initiative and is not funded by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Eaton Fire Soil Testing Program

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Guidance for Collection

Tools and Instructions For Soil Sampling

Tools and Instructions For Soil Sampling

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Herramientas e Instrucciones para tomar las Muestras de Tierra

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Soil Sample Submission Form

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Soil Sampling Collection Procedure

Soil Sampling Collection Procedure

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Guidance for Results

GUIDANCE FOR EVALUATIING SOIL SCREENING RESULTS

Guidance For Evaluating Soil Screening Results

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Resources

FREE BLOOD LEAD TESTING
For Wildfire-Impacted Communities

Smoke, ash, and debris from wildfires may contain harmful contaminants, including lead.

If you are concerned about exposure to lead from wildfire, you can obtain blood lead testing one of three ways:
  • Visit Your Medical Provider
    • Ask your doctor for a blood lead test.
    • Testing is covered by most insurance plans, including Medi-Cal.
  • Go to a Quest Lab for a Free Blood Lead Test
    • Dial 1-800-LA-4-LEAD to request a free appointment through Quest Labs.
    • Simple, convenient, and confidential.
  • In-Person Mobile Blood Lead Testing
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