Weir Canyon is now undergoing a restoration effort by IRC because of the fire, as well as a result of an infestation by an invasive and non-native beetle, the goldspotted oak borer, which has been damaging trees in the area since 2014. Gregory said IRC has been working to reduce the size of the infestation and stop its spread.

Source: Los Angeles Times February 09, 2018 20:26 UTC