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We are a highly responsive team of more than 4,800 firefighters, lifeguards, hazardous materials specialists, foresters, helicopter pilots, dozer operators and business professionals working to support our public safety mission to keep the public out of harm’s way. Each day, we provide fire protection and life safety services to more than 4.1 million residents and commercial business customers in
the largest county in America. When we are called to action as members of California Task Force 2, our urban search and rescue team, we will travel around the globe at a moment's notice to respond whenever a major disaster strikes. Our highly skilled, top-notch team members are dedicated to the ongoing mission of protecting lives, property and the environment.
September is ***dePreventionAwarenessMonth
Su***de prevention begins with all of us. It’s ok to ask for help. If you or someone you love is struggling, please call 9-8-8 to talk to someone.
For additional resources, visit:
🔗 HealingOurOwn.org
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September is National Preparedness Month… Are you prepared?
This year’s theme, “Take Control in 1, 2, 3,” focuses on preparing older adults for disasters.
Use the three safety tips below and join a local Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) to keep your family prepared for potential disasters.
Remember, the life you’ve built is worth protecting!
Today, August 30, 2023, marks the 14-year anniversary of the tragic deaths of LACoFD Fire Captain Tedmund “Ted” Hall and Fire Fighter Specialist (FFS) Arnaldo “Arnie” Quinones during the in 2009.
Captain Hall and FFS Quinones were assigned to protect Camp 16. These two brave individuals made the ultimate sacrifice when Camp 16 was overrun. Their actions saved the lives of over 60 individuals who were also at Camp 16 during the fire.
To honor their lives and legacy, personnel will join in an “All Call” at 5:00 p.m.
This moment of silence allows us to reflect on the great loss that has had a lasting impact on the Department.
While the years have passed, their sacrifice continues to inspire us all to be our best and watch over one another.
☀️ HEAT☀️
With the heat bearing down on , the LACoFD would like to share a few safety tips:
- Drink lots of 💧
- Wear light-colored, lightweight clothes 👚👕
- Avoid midday 🕕🌞
- Exercise early or late 🏃🏽🏃🏾♀️
- Never leave 🚶🏻♀️🧑🦼or 🐶🐱 in parked 🚗
- Check on elderly friends & neighbors 👵🏼
- Provide shade & water for livestock & pets 🐴🐕
- For emergency cooling centers, call 2-1-1 or visit ready.lacounty.gov/heat 🧊
Engine and Patrol 144 in Westlake Village were able to assist two deer stuck in a sticky situation.
Thankfully, firefighters had the necessary resources to assist and make a difference in ensuring the wellbeing and safety of these two deer.
Today was a great day as the Fire Velo Cycling Club ended their long, important journey from San Francisco to the Santa Monica Pier.
Thank you for stopping by Fire Station 70 to honor the Renz and Dahlen families. Ken Renz and Ed Dahlen truly gave their all and left us too soon – even though time has passed, the pain of losing them has not subsided.
Thank you to the Fire Velo Cycling Club for honoring Ken and Ed, and presenting their families with beautiful jerseys.
We could not be any prouder of the hard work, time, and dedication the Fire Velo Cycling Club put into this ride. Each year, the Fire Velo Cycling Club, made up of active and retired firefighters undertakes this weeklong ride to raise awareness and have so far donated over $500,000 to help combat cancer in the fire service.
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Members of the ’s California Task Force 2 (CA-TF2) urban search and rescue (USAR) canine teams, activated by FEMA, returned home late yesterday, Friday, August 25, 2023, after a 13-day deployment to Maui.
We express our gratitude to Captain Celina Serrano and K9 Prentiss, Fire Firefighter Paramedic Edward Ruiz and K9 Harper, along with Fire Fighter Paramedic Nicholas Bartel and K9 Six for lending their assistance in the ongoing recovery efforts.
Our thoughts and prayers for strength and hope remain with our Maui ohana during this difficult time.
LACoFD August 2023 Promotional Ceremony
Today, Chief Deputies Jon O’Brien and Theresa Barrera, along with the Executive Team, recognized and congratulated newly promoted team members at a promotional ceremony, held at the Hacienda Heights Community Center.
Thank you to the family members, friends, and colleagues present to cheer on our personnel as they received their new badges and identification cards from Chief O’Brien.
Congratulations and best wishes to our promotees in their new assignments!
📸 Doug Morrison, LACoFD Photographer
LACoFD Photographer, Doug Morrison, captured photos of Recruit Class 170 in action during night fire training last week.
Recruits are training hard, remaining focused on earning their LACoFD firefighter badge at the graduation ceremony set for Friday, September 22, 2023.
Late last week, CNN interviewed Fire Captain Celina Serrano and K9 Prentiss on the ground in Maui to lend their assistance in the ongoing recovery efforts.
Captain Serrano and K9 Prentiss are part of the FEMA activation of our CA-TF2 USAR canine teams.
Congratulations, FFPM Richard “Ricky” Battle.
The National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT) honored FFPM Battle as the 2023 NAEMT Paramedic of the Year award for his excellent patient care! He is known for advocating for patients and providing the gold standard of service to residents and communities.
FFPM Battle will formally be honored at the annual NAEMT meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana in mid-September.
Congratulations and best wishes to Fire Captain Robert Weaver and Fire Fighter Specialist Ryan Corbett as they enter into retirement.
It was a full house today as Captain Weaver and FFS Corbett added their turnout coats to our retiree Wall of Honor at the LAO Training Center.
Thank you for your service and dedication to not only our , but also to the County and residents you served throughout your career. You will be missed!
📸 Doug Morrison, LACoFD Photographer
Today, the fire family joined with our CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire Department fire family to pay our respects to fallen Fire Captain Tim Rodriguez.
Our thoughts and prayers remain with the family, friends, and colleagues of Captain Rodriguez during this difficult time.
RIP Captain Rodriguez
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📸 Edith Lai, LACoFD PIA
This morning, Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone spoke with KCAL News to provide an update on .
🚒 Fire crews will continue to monitor and assess for damage over the next 24 hours.
🌊 An Ocean Water Quality Rain Advisory remains in effect until at least 9AM, Thursday, 8/24/23. Beach users should avoid water contact for at least 72 hours after significant rainfall.
Did you feel the preliminary 5.0 magnitude earthquake that occurred SE of Ojai, CA?
The encourages residents to be prepared & get their emergency supply kits together.
For additional tips, please visit:
🔗 bit.ly/3ruEjcC
Today marks the 30-year anniversary of the Glen Allen Fire. On this day, Crew 2-2 was burned over in the foothills above Altadena, tragically taking the lives of Fire Suppression Aids Arthur Ruezga and Christopher Herman, and critically burning current Fire Fighters Gabe Larios and Chris Barth.
Our fire family vowed to never forget that fateful afternoon; the courage and sacrifice of FSAs Ruezga and Herman have not been forgotten. We also commend Fire Fighters Larios and Barth for their strength in continuing to share their experience with our fire family.
Through the lessons learned from the Glen Allen Fire, we continue to update and improve the ways in which our Department trains, responds to, and handles wildland incidents.
Together, let us remember and honor FSAs Ruezga and Herman and show our support to all those who were impacted by this incident.
We shall never forget.
🚨Reminder: Stay away from waterways and river channels during and after storms. The swift moving water can be very powerful and even dangerous.
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Los Angeles County’s Incident Response Page has been activated for Hurricane Hilary. Visit lacounty.gov/emergency for information.
Los Angeles County Office of Emergency Management.
Los Angeles County’s Incident Response Page has been activated for Hurricane Hilary. Visit lacounty.gov/emergency for information.
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August 19, 2023, is !
Today, we spotlight the amazing contributions of our Air Operations team and the significant role they play in paramedic transport, search and rescue, and wildland firefighting.
Our skilled pilots, firefighters, fleet mechanics, and professional staff go above and beyond to embody the Department’s core values and provide the gold standard of service to the residents and communities we serve.
We are proud to have such an elite air operations team at the .
’s specially trained urban search and rescue (USAR) team members and fire suppression aids worked diligently today to remove household hazardous products and personal items from red-tagged homes impacted by the land movement event that occurred in Rolling Hills Estates on Saturday, July 8, 2023. This effort was also supported by structural engineers from Los Angeles County Public Works.
We are thankful our Fire Department team was also able to use this opportunity to bring some comfort to affected residents by retrieving and ensuring cherished heirlooms, photos, and other mementos found their way home to families.
We are thankful to Supervisor Janice Hahn for her continuous support and dedication of resources.
LACoFD Centennial (1923 - 2023)
As the celebrates our centennial anniversary, we are proud to share the third video in the series highlighting our 100-year journey.
TAKING FLIGHT IN THE 1950s:
During the 1950s, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department continued to expand and grow with more employees, fire stations, and other administrative offices, including a new headquarters. The biggest addition was its first Bell 47G helicopter flown by Roland Barton.
🎥 LACoFD Video Unit & Communications Section
With anticipated to impact as a tropical storm Sunday evening into Monday, the encourages residents to be prepared.
To obtain sandbags, visit:
🔗 https://pw.lacounty.gov/dsg/sandbags/
For additional safety tips, please visit fire.lacounty.gov.
As continues to strengthen, and anticipated to impact as a tropical storm Sunday evening into Monday, we encourage residents to be prepared:
🏠 Create an evacuation plan.
🎒Build an emergency supply kit and have a backup power supply for essential medical equipment.
📻 Listen for emergency information and alerts. Signup for ALERT LA, a free mass notification system for LA County residents at ALERT.LACOUNTY.GOV.
🌊 Stay out of the ocean, floodwaters and ALWAYS avoid moving water.
🦺 Proactively place sandbags in areas that are subject to flooding.
⚡️ Never approach downed powerlines.
🌳 Be vigilant for falling trees and powerlines. As the storm moves through our area the combination of winds and saturated soil has the potential to lead to falling trees and downed utility poles and power lines.
🛥️ Boat operators should evaluate the predicted storm forecast and its impact on local marinas and harbors. We STRONGLY encourage proactive protective actions be taken to minimize the impact and damage in the marine environment.
For additional safety tips, please visit fire.lacounty.gov.
Fire Fighter Jonathan Munguia and K9 Clifford are headed to Maui to join the three California Task Force 2 urban search and rescue canine teams deployed by FEMA earlier this week to lend their assistance in the ongoing recovery efforts.
Our thoughts and prayers for strength and comfort remain with our Maui ohana during this difficult time.
📸 Doug Morrison, LACoFD Photographer
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This afternoon (8/15), at 12:40 p.m., firefighters responded to a report of a brush fire near Avenida Donari and Camino Del Sol in the unincorporated community of Agua Dulce.
Upon arrival, firefighters found a half-acre brush fire burning at a moderate rate of speed in medium brush, with one structure threatened. Firefighters immediately initiated fire attack and the IC called for a second alarm resource assignment to assist with firefighting operations.
The fire burned approximately 15 to 20 acres. There were no structures lost or damaged and no reported injuries.
We remind residents living in areas prone to to be prepared. Please visit fire.lacounty.gov/rsg for preparedness tips.
Ready! 🏡 Set! ✅ Go! 🚗
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This afternoon, Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone met with California Governor's Office of Emergency Services Fire and Rescue Chief Brian S. Marshall.
The ongoing partnership and communication between local and State public safety agencies is imperative as we provide fire protection and life safety services to the residents and communities we serve.
Thank you for traveling to Chief Marshall!
📸 Kaelyn Floyd, LACoFD PIA
BLUE INCIDENT 🚒
Great photos captured by (IG) of Battalion 11 units engaged in a structure fire in 33’s area.
Congratulations to ’s newly promoted fire captains and firefighter specialists. 🚒
Explorer Orientation - Day Two 🚒🧯🔥
Congrats to the 125 participants who successfully completed the two-day Explorer Orientation held at the LAO Training Center. Thank you Explorers for your commitment, teamwork, and “exploring the possibilities” with your .
We look forward to welcoming you at your respective fire station posts beginning Wednesday, September 6th.
Thank you to Acting Deputy Fire Chief Robert Harris, our regional battalion chiefs, the Explorer Orientation Cadre, logistics and administrative team, Los Angeles County Fire Department Foundation, Learning for Life, our photographer, and current Explorers who lent their assistance throughout the weekend.
📸 Doug Morrison, LACoFD Photographer
On Saturday, August 12, 2023, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) activated the ’s California Task Force 2 (CA-TF2) urban search and rescue (USAR) canine teams for deployment to Maui in the aftermath of the wildfires that impacted the island earlier this week.
Captain Celina Serrano and K9 Prentiss, Fire Firefighter Paramedic Edward Ruiz and K9 Harper, along with Fire Fighter Paramedic Nicholas Bartel and K9 Six, are preparing for a scheduled departure from LAX United Terminal 7 this morning, August 13, 2023, at 11:00 a.m., to lend their assistance in the ongoing recovery efforts in Maui.
“The LACoFD sends our heartfelt condolences and prayers to the families who have lost loved ones; to the injured; and to all who have been displaced, lost homes, and businesses due to the wildfires that have ravaged the beautiful island of Maui, said �Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone. “We send our Maui ohana strength and our support during this difficult time.”
Explorer Orientation - Day One 🚒🧯🔥
The was excited to welcome over 125+ participants to Day One of the two-day Explorer Orientation held at the LAO Training Center.
Held over two days, the Explorer cadre teaches leadership techniques and soft skills as well as train Explorers on firefighting skills, hose lay evolutions, ladder techniques, salvage operations, proper use of firefighting tools and equipment, breathing apparatus use, and other related subjects.
We look forward to seeing our Explorers tomorrow for Day Two of the Orientation Weekend.
📸 Doug Morrison, LACoFD Photographer
Congrats to all the Los Angeles County Junior Lifeguard Program participants and thank you to our Los Angeles County Fire Department, Lifeguard Division lifeguards…
Congratulations to our newest Hazardous Materials Specialists.
HMS Prescott
HMS Lee
HMS Mrestani
They completed ten weeks of training that culminated in their promotion and swearing-in ceremony today.
📸 Doug Morrison, LACoFD Photographer
This morning, the fire family joined the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and the Martinez-Inzunza families, along with fellow local, State, and federal first responders, to pay our respects to Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Recruit Alejandro Martinez-Inzunza, who passed away on July 28, 2023.
Our prayers and condolences remain with Alejandro’s family, friends, academy classmates, and the .
RIP Alejandro 🙏🏼💔🕊️
📸 Edith Lai, LACoFD PIA
As kids return to school, the would like to share Safety Tips:
⚠️ STAY ALERT!:
Pedestrians and Drivers: Exclude distractions (e.g., phones and earbuds) while walking or driving.
🦺 PEDESTRIANS:
Wear a helmet and safety gear when riding bikes, scooters, and skateboards.
Look left, right, then left again before crossing the street.
🚘 DRIVERS:
Stop and yield to pedestrians.
Use designated drop-off and pick-up areas.
For additional safety tips, visit:
🔗fire.lacounty.gov
Happy 79th Birthday Smokey Bear 🎂🎉
Thanks for your signature catchphrase, “Only YOU can prevent wildfires!”
Finale Tonight 🔥
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K9 Cajun Retirement Ceremony 🐾 Today, at Fire Station 187, the #LACoFD hosted a small retirement ceremony for K9 Cajun. K9 Cajun has been with his handler, Fire Fighter Specialist Joshua Flores, since 2016. As a lifeline canine, K9 Cajun played an intricate role during the Montecito mudslides deployment along with participating in numerous #USAR exercises and drills. Please join us in thanking K9 Cajun for his six years of service as he enters into an early retirement. 📸 Doug Morrison, LACoFD Photographer & @lacofirephoto (IG) #SearchDog #USARDog #UrbanSearchandRescue #LA #LACountyFire #Caring #Community
HAPPY HALLOWEEN! 🎃 This weekend is sure to be full of Halloween fun and festivities. We hope you have a wonderful time with your families, friends and neighbors. Watch our short video and ensure everyone has a safe and happy Halloween!
LACoFD CO-HOSTS DAY/NIGHT DEMO OF QRF HELITANKERS The #LACoFD joined with our partner agencies - Ventura County Fire Department, Orange County Fire Authority, Southern California Edison (SCE) - to provide media outlets a demonstration of the day and night capabilities of the Quick Reaction Force helitankers yesterday (10/26) evening at Helispot 69 Bravo, located in Topanga. The QRF program’s helitankers dramatically change the game with their ability to deliver water, gel or fire retardant, both day and night and the CH-47 has enhanced our current air operations fleet that includes five Sikorsky S70 Firehawks, five Bell 412 helicopters, and our seasonal exclusive contract with the Government of Quebec for the use of two CL-415 SuperScoopers. 📸 Doug Morrison, LACoFD Photographer
#RosecransIC On 10/12/22, LACoFD firefighters responded to a commercial building fire on E. Rosecrans Ave. in #Norwalk. Upon arrival, firefighters found a single-story commercial structure with heavy smoke and fire showing. Firefighters immediately initiated fire attack along with search and rescue operations. The incident commander called for a second alarm resource assignment to assist with firefighting operations. Knockdown was declared at approximately 6:11 a.m. There were no reported injuries to civilians or firefighters. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. 🎥 LACoFD PIO
Thank you to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation for the beautiful ceremony today honoring #LACoFD FFS Tory Carlon and the other 147 fire service members who died in the line of duty in 2021, along with several members who died in previous years. A special thank you to our Los Angeles County Fire Department Chaplain's Corner, Los Angeles County Fire Department Honor Guard, & Los Angeles County Firefighters Pipes and Drums for being there this past weekend. 📸 LACoFD Chaplains
“My job as a Peer Support Comfort Dog is truly amazing. There are so many times throughout my day that I’m able to give that relief through a moment of me just being a dog… I love these firefighters” ~Ava~ ♥️🐾 🎥 Fire House Dog Ava
“SIRENS OF SILENCE” IS MORE THAN AUTISM & SPECIAL NEEDS TRAINING/RESOURCES FOR FIRST RESPONDERS... Find out what we mean when we say “Care Needs No Words” and learn about our award-winning “Sirens of Silence” program at fire.lacounty.gov. You love someone with special needs — and we do, too! ❤️ #CareNeedsNoWords #AutismAcceptance #AutismAwareness #SirensOfSilence
⚠️🔥MAJOR INCIDENT ALERT - #ROUTEIC (8/31 8:00 p.m. UPDATE)⚠️🔥 Estimated acreage: 4,625 acres Containment: 0% This incident remains ongoing with firefighters on scene. The #LACoFD remains in unified command with Angeles National Forest CAL FIRE Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department & California Highway Patrol. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. EVACUATIONS ORDERS: - North of Northlake Hills Elementary School - South of Templin Highway (includes Paradise Ranch Mobile Estates) - East of 5 Freeway - West of Castaic Lagoon Evacuations have been lifted south of Northlake Hills Elementary School. AMERICAN RED CROSS EVACUATION POINT: Frazier Mountain High School 700 Falcon Way Lebec, CA 93243 ANIMAL SHELTER (SMALL ANIMALS): Castaic Animal Shelter 31044 North Charlie Canyon Road Castaic, CA 91384 INJURIES: A total of eight firefighters have sustained minor heat-related injuries. There are no reported civilian injuries. IC UPDATES: Please follow the agencies below on Twitter for the latest incident updates: - LACoFDPIO, ANF, CalFIRE - wildfire updates - SCVSheriff - evac. orders - Red Cross LA - evac. points - CHP & CaltransDist7 - road & freeway closures - LACoAnimalCare - animal shelters 📸 @leatherman_photo (IG)
⚠️🔥MAJOR INCIDENT ALERT UPDATE - #ROUTEIC⚠️🔥 #LACoFD firefighters remain on scene at the Route Fire located along the northbound I-5, north of Lake Hughes Road near Castaic. Estimated acreage: 250 acres Containment: 0% An evacuation order has been issued for the Paradise Ranch Mobile Home Park and structures south of Templin on Upper Old Ridge Route Road. The 5 Freeway remains closed northbound at Parker Road and southbound at Templin Highway. Two firefighters sustained minor heat-related injuries and were transported to a local area hospital for further evaluation and treatment. There are no other reported civilian or firefighter injuries. This incident remains ongoing with firefighters on scene. Please follow #LACoFDPIO on Twitter for the latest incident updates. 🎥 KeyNewsNetwork
WELCOME BACK, SUPERSCOOPERS! The SuperScoopers have arrived - Québec 1 & 2 have safely arrived in #LACounty and will be in service, starting tomorrow. They join our arsenal of #LACoFD aerial firefighting resources, available 24 hours a day, including the Chinook CH-47, known as Helitanker 55. These aircraft are critical resources that augment the LACoFD’s response during wildfire season. And remember, it’s never too late for you to be prepared, too. You can download the Ready! 🏡 Set! ✅ Go! 🚗 Wildfire Action Plan from our website at: 🔗 fire.lacounty.gov/RSG. 🎥 @royolnews (IG)
#VirginiaFire🔥 Earlier this afternoon, #LACoFD firefighters responded to a report of a brush fire near N. Reeder Ave. & E. Renshaw St. in #SanDimas. #LACoFD firefighters quickly stopped forward progress of the #ViginiaFire and held the fire to just 6.5 acres. The quick work of the 65 firefighters and multiple air resources prevented the flames from reaching near by homes. With elevated fire weather conditions persisting through the week, please prepare your home and family for the potential threat of wildfires by downloading the Ready! 🏡 Set! ✅ Go! 🚗 Wildfire Action Plan. 🔗fire.lacounty.gov/rsg 🎥 KTLA 5 News
Echo is getting ready for wildfire season, are you? Check out fire.lacounty.gov/rsg for the Ready! 🏡 Set! ✅ Go! 🚗 program to make sure you and your family are ready!
#RosemeadFire🔥🚒 Earlier this afternoon, #LACoFD firefighters responded to a report of a brush fire in the Whittier Narrows area. Per the #LACoFDPIO, the fire burned approximately 52 acres. Mop up operations will continue throughout the night. #Teamwork with Montebello Firefighters Los Angeles Fire Department Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department & Care Ambulance. 🎥 @lacofirephoto (IG)
Last Alarm for Captain/IAFF 1014 President Alfred K. Whitehead
Flag Ceremony for retired Fire Captain and Former IAFF/Local 1014 President Alfred Whitehead.
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