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PostFire Will Provide Free Air Purifiers To Palisadians
Free air purifiers are available for residents of the Palisades Fire zone from the organization PostFire.
UCLA Study on Fire Effects Looking for Participants
A UCLA study needs participants to test for effects from the Palisades and Eaton Fires.
Elevated Levels of Chromium-6 Discovered in Palisades and Altadena Air
Elevated levels of the carcinogen hexavalent chromium were found in Pacific Palisades this spring.
Resilient Palisades To Begin Bioremediation Campaign to Reduce Soil Toxins
To combat soil contamination from the January fires, Resilient Palisades received a $100,000 grant that will allow both testing and the creation of soil remediation workshops and materials.
SMC Students Track & Analyze the Canyon’s Geography
SMC students are working to help the Canyon encounter the next disaster by creating an accurate map of the area.
CSU-Channel Islands Students Conduct Soil Testing in Rustic Canyon Park
CSU-Channel Islands students and their professors investigate the soil at Rustic Canyon Park.
Resilient Palisades Co-organizes Environmental Workshop
A training to address the environmental effects of the Palisades and Eaton fires has been arranged for Aug. 3.
More Recommendations for Fire-Resistant Trees and Plants
Many fruit trees, including olives, citrus fruits, and varied deciduous trees, can be worthy considerations for a fire-resistant landscape, according to residents.
LADWP: Santa Ynez Reservoir Operational and Undergrounding Underway
LADWP’s repairs and construction plans for Santa Ynez Reservoir, water pipes, and the undergrounding of power lines were presented at a July 2 virtual meeting.
Air Quality Sensors Provide Environmental Data to Palisadians
In the wake of the Palisades Fire, Canyon resident Saree Kayne works to provide air, water, and soil testing to Palisadians.
Palisades Forestry Committee Releases Fire-Resilient Tree List
For any residents who are considering adding a tree to their yards, the Palisades Forestry Committee offers information that might aid their decisions.
L.A. Times Tests Soil for Heavy Metals—One Palisades Home Out of the 20 Tested Had High Levels
L.A. Times testing uncovered excessive arsenic in the soil of one Palisades home, while 19 others had soil that met health standards.
Dead Dolphin Washes Ashore Near Bel Air Bay Club
A dead dolphin was found on the beach near the Bel Air Bay Club.
Sea Life Dying in Massive Algae Bloom; Danger to Humans Fairly Low, Experts Say
Birds, sea lions, and dolphins are dying in extreme algae bloom.
Photo: Sharon Kilbride
Dead Jellyfish Coat Will Rogers Beach
Dead jellyfish are washing onto Will Rogers State Beach.
SM Bay Water Quality Webinar Today at 4 p.m.
Council District 11, which is represented by Councilmember Traci Park, will hold a webinar at 4 p.m. today on Santa Monica Bay Water Quality.
Two Sick Sea Lions And A Sick Pelican Found on Will Rogers Beach; Dead Pelican at Tallulah’s
Two ill sea lions needed rescue on Will Rogers Beach this week.
Resilient Palisades Offers Canyon Residents Tools to Sunset Gas Leaf Blowers
Resilient Palisades, recently named Nonprofit of the Year by state Sen. Ben Allen, works to reduce gas-powered leaf blowers.
Arsenic and Lead Levels Higher Than Usual in Some Soil Post-Fire
Arsenic and lead levels in soil are higher than usual in some parts of Pacific Palisades and its surroundings, according to the L.A. County Department of Public Health.
Bacteria Levels at Will Rogers Beach Meet State Standards
Bacteria levels at Will Rogers State Beach “meet state standards,” according to the L.A. County Department of Public Health.
The Canyon Alliance transitions to a new president, Eric Balfour, a Rustic Canyon resident.