On Saturday, April 4, 2026, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) and Women’s Fire League tenth annual Women’s Fire Prep Academy (WFPA) concluded with 66 participants successfully completing the rigorous training.
The WFPA commenced on Saturday, February 28, 2026, with over 150 participants in attendance. After the opening-day assessments, which tested candidates on their endurance and stamina, 115 participants moved on to partake in weeks two through six of training.
Through the WFPA, participants had the opportunity to learn the fundamental responsibilities of firefighting and what it takes to join this noble profession. Participants engaged in physical fitness activities and intensive training with hands-on tools and equipment, extension ladders, rotary saws, and pulling and laying down hose.
The WFPA also instilled in every participant a better sense of leadership, teamwork and situational problem-solving.
Speaking at the academy’s conclusion, LACoFD Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone commended the participants for accepting the challenge of joining the WFPA and rising to the occasion. Each candidate was then presented with a certificate of completion.
The LACoFD extends its heartfelt gratitude to the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Women’s Fire League, instructor cadre, Explorers, and alumni for supporting the WFPA participants over the past six Saturdays.
Congratulations to everyone who completed the 2026 WFPA and best of luck in their future fire service endeavors!
