An order prohibiting the cleanup or removal of debris from critical fire areas, including Pacific Palisades and Altadena, until a hazardous materials inspection is completed was issued.

It will be a months-long process to clean up the toxic ash, hazardous waste and charred debris, state and federal officials ...

Wildfire ash carries many carcinogens that could cause short- and long-term health problems, including asthma attacks and ...