Fire Recovery & Resources

Overview October 7, 2020

Fire Recovery & Resources

On September 9th, 2020 San Mateo County Health Officer Scott Morrow declared a health emergency due to the public health threat of hazardous waste from wildfires. The Health Order prohibits the unsafe removal, transport, and disposal of fire debris to ensure safety of residents and the environment.

As the Phase I US EPA removal of household hazardous waste nears completion, the County is now entering Phase II of debris removal.
Phase II debris removal information and forms

Health Orders (1)

Returning Home (1)

Waste Removal (2)

Contacts (1)

All (5)

Post October 7, 2020

Protecting Public Health from Fire Ash
Health Orders

10/9/2020 – All persons accessing burned structures should be aware of the potential hazards associated with those sites. Cleanup efforts at these sites may expose you to ash, soot, and fire decomposition products that can cause health effects including, but not limited to, eye/skin/respiratory irritation.

Read the order: English Spanish

Fire Recovery & Resources

Commands