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KCBS-TV | "UCLA researchers conduct free soil testing for residents near Eaton Fire burn area"

The work of a team of UCLA researchers, led by Dr. Kirsten Schwarz, was covered by KCBS-TV.

UCLA researchers conduct free soil testing for residents near Eaton Fire burn area
December 6, 2025
KCBS-TV in Los Angeles interviewed UCLA Fielding's Dr. Kirsten Schwarz, associate professor in the Department of Environmental Health Sciences, about the work of a team of UCLA researchers who have provided free soil testing for residents living near the Eaton Fire burn area. These included residents of Altadena, Pasadena, and the Crescenta Valley.
 
"Things like adding clean soil, compost, mulch, keeping your yard planted. All of these techniques can reduce potential risk,” Schwarz said in an interview.
 
 
The event was also covered by KTLA-TV, KCAL-TV, and KPCC-FM, among others.

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