St. Louis is no stranger to the dangers of lead exposure, and in the aftermath of the May 16, 2025, tornado, people were worried. What does all that disturbed matter mean for people’s health? That ...

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In announcing its findings, the EPA cited federal lead standards only, and not California's more stringent thresholds.

Preliminary soil testing results from the areas surrounding the Eaton Fire showed that lead levels exceeded state and federal guidelines. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health said the ...

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An EPA study found most properties have lead levels below what federal regulations say is dangerous. Some scientists worry ...

Preliminary soil sample testing in the Eaton Fire burn area revealed a high percentage of lead, according to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. These results, released Thursday, come ...

Researchers are studying whether the storm redistributed dangerous contaminants, especially lead, asbestos, and industrial ...

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A massive cleanup operation continues in Omaha after an environmental catastrophe put people’s health in danger, with nearly 43,000 homeowners having had their soil tested for ...

The City of Pasadena Parks, Recreation and Community Services department is closing baseball infields at two parks after LA County health officials revealed elevated lead levels in soil from the Eaton ...

This story by the Center for Public Integrity was published in partnership with Grist and is part of a series on soil lead contamination. Is lead lurking in the soil around you? Dangerous lead ...