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Fire Runoff Threatens L.A. River
A massive warehouse fire in Boyle Heights sent runoff—including helicopter-dumped water and toxic foam—into the L.A. River, sparking urgent concerns about pollution. Scientists are testing samples for heavy metals like copper, lead, and arsenic, hoping to hold polluters accountable. This follows a recent crude oil spill and decades of chemical dumping, with floating barriers now deployed to contain contaminants as the river flows toward the ocean. Results should be back in a month—another environmental crisis hitting a waterway already struggling with pollution. Support the show:Get a…
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