Since the Thomas Fire, Acacia’s crews have been busy stabilizing and containing sediment on approximately 400 home lots in Ventura, where the homes were completely destroyed. Numerous Federal, State, and Local Agencies were involved in the massive effort to remove fire debris, which included many forms of toxic waste.

Once lots were cleared, Acacia’s crews stepped in to stabilize exposed soils on the home pads by spraying green Hydro-mulch fiber and tackifier (glue) onto the bare soils. The coating of fibers absorbs the impact of the raindrops and prevents soil particles from dislodging. In dry and windy weather, it provides effective Dust Control. Each home pad was encircled with “Straw Wattles” that contained runoff and trapped sediment.