The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has approved an emergency motion that will allow the government to enter private properties and remove fire debris left uncleared after the Palisades Fire.
The measure, spearheaded by Board Chair Kathryn Barger and Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath, gives the County the authority to forge an agreement with the City of Malibu, enabling crews — including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — to begin debris removal along the coastline where dozens of homeowners have failed to take action.
“Every property left uncleared is a threat to safety, the environment, and our ability to recover,” said Supervisor Horvath in a written statement. “We’re moving swiftly to protect our communities, our coastline, and ensure the region is on track for a safe and sustainable recovery.”…