The Monterey County Board of Supervisors meeting on May 20, 2025, featured a significant update from Ed Moreno, the Director of Public Health. Moreno provided insights into a health survey conducted in collaboration with neighboring counties, including San Benito and Santa Cruz. The survey, which ran from February 19 to March 16, aimed to gather information from residents regarding their health experiences related to a recent battery fire incident.

Moreno explained that the survey included questions about symptoms residents may have experienced during and after the fire, as well as the types of medical care they sought. He noted that the county's epidemiologists are actively analyzing the survey results and are in regular communication with the California Department of Public Health's Environmental Health Investigation Branch.

The Director acknowledged the public's eagerness for information and expressed gratitude for their patience. He indicated that the results of the survey would be shared with the Board of Supervisors and the public by the end of May, with a summary to be posted on the county's battery fire website.

This update underscores the county's commitment to addressing public health concerns and ensuring transparency in the aftermath of the battery fire incident. Further details will be made available as the analysis progresses.