 Debris removal after a devastating wildfire is an important step to help property owners recover. State agencies like Cal OES and Cal Recycle work with local governments and property owners to complete a two-phase process known as the Consolidated Debris Removal Program. The first phase consists of the removal of household hazardous waste like pesticides, paint, batteries and visible asbestos. The process is done automatically to ensure impacted properties are safe and to minimize dangerous exposure. It's really important that homeowners do not enter the property before they are given permission to do so. The county will give some permission to come in and look for some of their valuables. Phase two is an opt-in program after residents sign a right of entry form or ROE. The ROE allows state contractors to enter properties and begin structural debris removal at no charge to the property owner. Once the debris is cleared and testing is complete, properties are returned to the county for a final sign off before given back to property owners. The journey to recovery may take some time, but once the process is complete, rebuilding can begin. Learn more at wildfirerecovery.calos.ca.gov. For Cal OES, I'm Alicia De La Garza.