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# Fire Department

Los Angeles County

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## Posts

- [Dispatcher Meets 9-1-1 Caller](https://fire.lacounty.gov/dispatcher-meets-9-1-1-caller/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Answering the Call](https://fire.lacounty.gov/answering-the-call/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) international urban search and rescue team, known as USA-2, was activated by the U.S. Department of State to respond to Venezuela in the wake of the 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes that hit the country’s center on June 25, 2026. Comprised of 71 members and six canine
- [Habitat for Humanity](https://fire.lacounty.gov/habitat-for-humanity/) - On June 16, 2026, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) joined the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) and the San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity to help rebuild a home that was destroyed during the January 2025 wildfire in Altadena. Sheriff Robert Luna was joined by LACoFD Chief Deputy Jon O’Brien along
- [Joint LACoFD-LAFD Fourth of July Press Conference](https://fire.lacounty.gov/joint-lacofd-lafd-fourth-of-july-press-conference/) - On Thursday, July 2, 2026, Chair and First District Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda L. Solis joined with local fire and law enforcement officials, and the UCLA Health Regional Burn Center, for the joint County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) and Los Angeles City Fire Department (LAFD) Press Conference to discuss the importance of
- [March of Dimes BBQ](https://fire.lacounty.gov/march-of-dimes-bbq/) - After a seven-year hiatus, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted the return of the cherished March of Dimes Barbecue today, June 30, 2026, at our Headquarters Training Center. Executive Team members served a delicious lunch courtesy of the Camp 2 Kitchen team to attending Department personnel and guests. In addition to lunch,
- [Santa Clarita Fire Safety Day](https://fire.lacounty.gov/santa-clarita-fire-safety-day/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Steel Across America](https://fire.lacounty.gov/steel-across-america/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) joined with the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at the “Steel Across America,” a coast-to-coast tour carrying a steel beam recovered from the World Trade Center’s South Tower to commemorate the 25th anniversary of 9/11. The Steel Across America tour is a
- [New Employee Orientation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/new-employee-orientation-2/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) welcomed our newest team members on June 30, 2026, during the Department’s two-day New Employee Orientation.
- [34th Fire Captains’ Academy](https://fire.lacounty.gov/34th-fire-captains-academy/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) proudly celebrates the 30 personnel who will complete the 34th Fire Captain’s Academy. Held at Camp 2 in La Cañada Flintridge, the weeklong Academy provides newly promoted fire captains with training in leadership skills, wildland incident operations, and additional skills pertinent to their new positions. Congratulations and
- [2026 West Hollywood Pride Parade](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2026-west-hollywood-pride-parade/) - On Sunday, June 7, 2026, County of Los Angeles Fire Department and Stonewall Alliance members participated in the annual West Hollywood Pride Parade. Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone and Chief Deputy Jon O'Brien, along with Department personnel and Explorers, joined the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, fellow County departments, community organizations, dancers, and special
- [Region I 2026 Fire Season Outlook Press Conference](https://fire.lacounty.gov/region-i-2026-fire-season-outlook-press-conference/) - On Friday, June 12, 2026, County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone hosted the annual Region I Meeting and 2026 Fire Season Outlook Press Conference. Chief Marrone was joined by regional fire services partners from the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, CAL Fire, United States Forest Service Angeles National
- [13th Semiannual Girls’ Fire Camp](https://fire.lacounty.gov/13th-girls-fire-camp/) - On Saturday, June 13, 2026, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted the 13th semiannual Girls’ Fire Camp at the LACoFD Cecil R. Gehr Training Center in East Los Angeles. This one-day camp presented by the Women’s Fire League and the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion affords participants the opportunity to interact
- [City of Hawthorne Firefighter of the Year](https://fire.lacounty.gov/city-of-hawthorne-firefighter-of-the-year/) - On Wednesday, June 3, 2026, the City of Hawthorne, in collaboration with the local Kiwanis and Rotary Clubs, honored County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) Fire Captain Derek Urwin as the city’s Firefighter of the Year. During the city’s annual Firefighter and Police Recognition Luncheon, which honors locally-based first responders, Captain Urwin was recognized
- [Congratulations, CERT Graduates](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-cert-graduates-2/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) proudly congratulates the 140 plus residents who recently completed the 20-hour Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training. Held in South Los Angeles, Tri Cities, Carson, Montebello, and Whittier, these classes equipped community members with essential skills in disaster preparedness, fire suppression, light search and rescue, disaster psychology,
- [St. Aloysius Gonzaga School End-of-School Literacy and Community Celebration](https://fire.lacounty.gov/st-aloysius-gonzaga-school-end-of-school-literacy-and-community-celebration/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Juneteenth 6th Annual Celebration and Community Resource Fair](https://fire.lacounty.gov/juneteenth-6th-annual-celebration-and-community-resource-fair/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) joined the Los Angeles County Stentorians and partner County departments at the 6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration and Resource Fair hosted by Los Angeles County Second District Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell. Held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the George Washington Carver Park, event goers had an opportunity
- [Explorer Banquet](https://fire.lacounty.gov/explorer-banquet/) - On May 24, 2026, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department proudly honored over 100 Explorers joined by advisors, partners, family, and friends.
- [2026 Women’s Lifeguard Prep Academy](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2026-womens-lifeguard-prep-academy/) - On May 30 & May 31, LACoFD Lifeguard Division, Women’s Fire League, and Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion hosted Women’s Lifeguard Prep Academy.
- [Pride Month](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2026-pride-month/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) proudly celebrates Pride Month. This month’s activities include the wearing of the LACoFD lifeguard and fire series Pride uniform patch, participation in the West Hollywood Pride Parade, and raising of the Progress Pride Flag. In solidarity with the Board of Supervisors alongside the LGBTQ+ Commission, the LACoFD
- [Fire Station 46 Groundbreaking Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-station-46-groundbreaking-ceremony/) - On Friday, May 29, 2026, Los Angeles County Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger was joined by County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) Chief Deputy Jon O’Brien, along with local leaders and officials, to break ground on the new Fire Station 46 in Valencia. LACoFD Fire Station 46 will be a 13,341 square-foot, fully solar
- [93rd FSA Graduation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/93rd-fsa-graduation/) - On Friday, June 5, 2026, the LACoFD held a graduation ceremony to honor Fire Suppression Aid (FSA) Class 93 at Fire Camp 2 in La Cañada Flintridge.
- [Annual Tribute to Veterans and Military Families](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tribute-to-veterans-and-military-families-26/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department was proud to join County of Los Angeles Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger at the 28th Annual Tribute to Veterans and Military Families event on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at the Arcadia County Park.
- [2026 Sidewalk CPR Press Conference](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2026-sidewalk-cpr-press-conference/) - In recognition of National CPR and AED Awareness Week, June 1 through 7, 2026, the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services, the Los Angeles County EMS Agency, and other community partners hosted the 14th annual Sidewalk CPR Press Conference at the Los Angeles General Medical Center. LACoFD Chief Deputy Jon O’Brien joined community partners
- [CROB and NROB Fire Service Days](https://fire.lacounty.gov/crob-and-nrob-fire-service-days/) - On May 9, 2026, the LACoFD proudly welcomed residents to the annual Central and North Region Fire Service Day events held at Fire Stations 89, 106, and 129.
- [2026 Firefighters' Memorial Service](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2026-ff-memorial-service/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD), joined by the Los Angeles County Firefighters’ Memorial Committee, International Association of Fire Fighters Local 1014, and the Los Angeles County Association of Chiefs, held the annual Firefighters’ Memorial Service on May 13, 2026.
- [Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month](https://fire.lacounty.gov/asian-american-and-pacific-islander-heritage-month/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD), in partnership with the Los Angeles County Fire Department Asian Pacific Islander (LACoFD API) Association, proudly celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, acknowledging the AAPI community's contributions and cultural richness. Observed annually from May 1 to May 31, AAPI Heritage Month provides an opportunity to
- [10th Annual Fire Hogs Memorial Ride](https://fire.lacounty.gov/10th-annual-fire-hogs-memorial-ride/) - On Saturday, May 16, 2026, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) Fire Hogs held their 10th Annual Firefighter Memorial Ride, benefitting the Los Angeles County Firefighters’ Memorial Committee Widows & Orphans Fund.
- [Congratulations, DHR ELDP Graduates](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-dhr-eldp-graduates/) - On Thursday, May 14, 2026, Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone joined with County peers at The Huffington Center in Los Angeles to celebrate graduates of the Los Angeles County Department of Human Resources (DHR) Executive Leadership Development Program (ELDP). ELDP aims to increase leadership skills for mid- to senior-level managers who plan to pursue executive
- [Ocean Lifeguard Academy 45 Graduation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ola-45-graduation/) - On May 21, 2026, the LACoFD joined leadership, family, and friends to celebrate 36 graduates of Ocean Lifeguard Academy 45 at the Dockweiler Youth Center.
- [West Hollywood Fire Station 8 to Get a New Fire Station](https://fire.lacounty.gov/west-hollywood-fire-station-8-to-get-a-new-fire-station/) - On Monday, May 11, 2026, Congressmember Laura Friedman was joined by Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone, Third District Supervisor Lindsey Horvath, West Hollywood Mayor John Heilman, and Fire Station 8 firefighters to announce a $500,000 federal investment to go toward the future construction costs for a new Fire Station 8 in the City of West
- [Health Hazardous Materials Division Graduates](https://fire.lacounty.gov/health-hazardous-materials-division-graduates-may-2026/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Health Hazardous Materials Division (HHMD) graduated a class of four hazardous materials specialists from the HHMD training academy. The Department’s newest hazardous materials specialists completed ten weeks of training prior to participating in a recognition and swearing in ceremony on Thursday, May 21, 2026. HHMD Chief Mario
- [Celebrating Fire Service Days 2026](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-service-days-2026/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Congratulations, CERT Graduates!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/cert-graduates-may-2026/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) is proud to congratulate more than 200 residents who completed the 20-hour Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training in April 2026. Throughout the month, participants across Los Angeles County gained vital skills in disaster preparedness, fire suppression, medical operations, light search and rescue, disaster psychology, and more.
- [2026 Valor and Exemplary Service Awards Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2026-valor-awards/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) celebrated Department honorees at the 2026 Valor and Exemplary Service Awards Ceremony on Sunday, April 26, 2026. Held at the Mayne Events Center and Los Angeles County Fire Museum in the City of Bellflower, this ceremony honors outstanding LACoFD sworn and professional personnel, and public-safety partners who
- [2026 National Fallen Firefighters’ Memorial](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2026-national-fallen-ff-memorial/) - The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) honored over 200 firefighters who died in the line of duty in 2025 and previous years at the NFFF Memorial in Emmitsburg, Maryland, on Saturday, May 2, and Sunday, May 3, 2026. This year, three County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) fallen members were recognized during the memorial
- [2026 California Wildfire Preparedness Week](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2026-ca-wildfire-preparedness-week/) - As part of California Wildfire Preparedness Week, Chief Deputy Jon O’Brien joined with CAL Fire and partnering agencies at a press conference on May 4, 2026, at King Gillette Ranch in the City of Calabasas to highlight the importance of community readiness, resilience, and coordinated wildfire response ahead of heightened wildfire activity. The event brought
- [Fire Station 171 Community Pancake Breakfast](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fs-171-pancake-breakfast-2026/) - On April 25, 2026, LACoFD Fire Station 171 hosted a community pancake breakfast. Community members gathered to enjoy a meal and connect with one another.
- [Celebrating National Nurses Week](https://fire.lacounty.gov/national-nurses-week-2026/) - The LACoFD celebrates National Nurses Week, May 6 - May 12, 2026, honoring nurses across LA County for delivering emergency services and compassionate care.
- [La Habra Donor and Volunteer Recognition 2026](https://fire.lacounty.gov/la-habra-recognition-2026/) - The City of La Habra hosted its Annual Donor and Volunteer Reception on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at the La Habra Community Center. This heartfelt event honors the individuals and organizations whose generosity and service strengthen the community. During the ceremony, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) was honored with the Donor Spotlight
- [Celebrating National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2026-celebrating-national-public-safety-telecommunicators-week/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) proudly celebrated National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, April 12 through 18, 2026, recognizing the caring and dedicated dispatchers assigned to the 9-1-1 Los Angeles Communications Center. Throughout the week, the Dispatch team was treated to appreciation meals and applauded by the Executive Team and field personnel. Additionally,
- [2026 Explorer Disaster Drill](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2026-explorer-disaster-drill/) - On Saturday, April 18, 2026, 108 County of Los Angeles Fire Department Explorers participated in the 2026 Explorer Disaster Drill held at the Del Valle Regional Training Center. Explorers received hands-on training on hose advancement, extinguishing fires, auto extrication, wildland fire tactics, rappelling, and exposure to hazardous materials and urban search and rescue equipment. Thank
- [UCLA Paramedic Class 81 and PTI Paramedic Class 272 Graduates](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ucla-class-81-and-pti-class-272-graduates/) - On April 17, 2026, LACoFD honored 5 graduates from the UCLA Paramedic Program. Twelve more firefighters completed the PTI Paramedic Program on April 22, 2026.
- [Bellflower BRAVO Awards](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2026-bellflower-bravo-awards/) - The City of Bellflower honored five County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) firefighters at the 30th annual BRAVO Awards ceremony on Thursday, April 23, 2026. Held at the Los Angeles County Fire Museum and The Mayne Events Center in the City of Bellflower, this annual ceremony recognizes first responders and Good Samaritans for acts
- [Take Our Young People to Work Day](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2026-take-our-young-people-to-work-day/) - On Thursday, April 23, 2026, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) celebrated "Take Our Young People to Work Day," hosting over 30 youth for an immersive look into public service. Guests enjoyed a packed itinerary, including a Fire Station 110 tour, a scenic boat ride in Marina del Rey, lunch provided by Camp
- [Air and Wildland Division Camps Section Golf Classic](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2026-air-and-wildland-division-camps-section-golf-classic/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) Air and Wildland Division Camp Section hosted their annual Camp Section Golf Classic at the Angeles National Golf Club in Sunland on Monday, April 13, 2026. Participants enjoyed a great day on the golf course, followed by a delicious meal. Recent retirees were recognized and celebrated, including
- [Calling 9-1-1 Safety Tips](https://fire.lacounty.gov/calling-9-1-1-safety-tips/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) would like to encourage the community to review these essential safety tips when calling 9-1-1.
- [Autism Acceptance and Awareness Month](https://fire.lacounty.gov/autism-acceptance-and-awareness-month/) - #Post Excerpt
- [10th Annual Women’s Fire Prep Academy](https://fire.lacounty.gov/10th-annual-wfpa-concludes/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Quality and Productivity Commission Visit](https://fire.lacounty.gov/quality-and-productivity-commission-visit/) - On Monday, April 6, 2026, Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone, along with Business Operations Chief Deputy Theresa Barrera and Communications Manager Heidi Oliva hosted the Quality and Productivity Commission (QPC) for their biennial visit to the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD). During the visit, Chief Marrone showcased innovative Department programs and notable achievements,
- [Alameda Corridor Drill](https://fire.lacounty.gov/alameda-corridor-drill/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2026 Bear Classic Softball Tournament](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2026-bear-classic-softball-tournament/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Bicycle Assessment Team Training Class](https://fire.lacounty.gov/bicycle-assessment-team-training-class/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2026 Quarter 1 Dispatch Statistics](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2026-quarter-1-dispatch-statistics/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department would like to highlight the 9-1-1 Communications Center dispatch statistics for the first quarter of calendar year 2026.
- [Congratulations, Retirees](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-retirees-9/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) would like to congratulate all personnel who recently retired.
- [LACoFD Honored for Heroic Service and Operational Excellence at Verticon 2026](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-honored-for-heroic-service-and-operational-excellence-at-verticon-2026/) - Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone along with members of the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) Air Operations Section recently attended Verticon 2026 in Atlanta (March 9-12, 2026), where they received high-profile industry honors. During the conference, Sikorsky recognized the team with a rescue award for their life-saving missions during the 2025 Christmas rainstorms.
- [Elks Lodge First Responder Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/elks-lodge-first-responder-ceremony/) - #Post Excerpt
- [76th Golden Mike Awards](https://fire.lacounty.gov/76th-golden-mike-awards/) - #Post Excerpt
- [California EMS Authority Clinical Excellence Award](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ems-authority-clinical-excellence-award/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Congratulations CERT Graduates](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-cert-graduates/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department LACoFD congratulates the 80+ residents who completed the 20-hour Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training.
- [Hermosa Beach Saint Patrick’s Day Parade](https://fire.lacounty.gov/hermosa-beach-saint-patricks-day-parade/) - On Saturday, March 14, 2026, LACoFD Division 1 personnel represented the Department at the 30th Annual Saint Patrick’s Day Parade in Hermosa Beach.
- [Canine Team Training](https://fire.lacounty.gov/canine-team-training/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Flag Ceremony and Celebration of Life for Tony Sereno](https://fire.lacounty.gov/memorial-service-for-tony-sereno/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Department Spotlight: Deputy Fire Chief Derrick Chapman](https://fire.lacounty.gov/department-spotlight-deputy-fire-chief-derrick-chapman/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Congratulations, Recruit Academy 179!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-recruit-academy-179/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Celebrates Women’s History Month](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-celebrates-womens-history-month-3/) - The LACoFD proudly celebrates Women’s History Month every year during the month of March along with International Women’s Day on March 8th.
- [10th Annual Women’s Fire Prep Academy](https://fire.lacounty.gov/10th-annual-womens-fire-prep-academy/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Joint Training Exercise with the Ventura County Fire Department](https://fire.lacounty.gov/joint-training-exercise-with-the-ventura-county-fire-department/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Collaboration with the Bridge Builders Foundation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-collaboration-with-the-bridge-builders-foundation/) - #Post Excerpt
- [American Red Cross “Sound the Alarm” Event](https://fire.lacounty.gov/american-red-cross-sound-the-alarm-event/) - LACoFD Engine 18 joined the American Red Cross “Sound the Alarm” event in Inglewood, installing free smoke alarms and educating families on fire safety.
- [January 2025 Eaton and Palisades Fires Community Survey on Recovery and Repopulation Efforts](https://fire.lacounty.gov/january-2025-wildfires-survey/) - #Post Excerpt
- [California Contract Cities Association February 2026 Board of Directors Meeting](https://fire.lacounty.gov/california-contract-cities-association-february-2026-board-of-directors-meeting/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Lunar New Year](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lunar-new-year/) - The (LACoFD and LACoFD Asian Pacific Islander Association celebrated Lunar New Year on, January 30, 2026, held at the NBC Seafood Restaurant.
- [CPR Training for Explorers](https://fire.lacounty.gov/cpr-training-for-explorers/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Health Hazardous Materials Division Celebrates Four Retirees](https://fire.lacounty.gov/health-hazardous-materials-division-celebrates-four-retirees/) - #Post Excerpt
- [American Legion of La Habra Police and Fire Award Luncheon](https://fire.lacounty.gov/american-legion-of-la-habra-police-and-fire-award-luncheon/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Dispatch Class #57](https://fire.lacounty.gov/dispatch-class-57/) - #Post Excerpt
- [New Employee Orientation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/new-employee-orientation/) - The LACoFD welcomed our newest team members on February 24 and 25, 2026, as part of the Department’s New Employee Orientation hosted by the Organizational Development Section.
- [33rd Fire Captain’s Academy](https://fire.lacounty.gov/33rd-fire-captains-academy/) - Congratulations to the County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) newly promoted fire captains, effective February 2, 2026.
- [Black History Month](https://fire.lacounty.gov/black-history-month/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Air Operations Welcomes GE President](https://fire.lacounty.gov/air-operations-welcomes-ge-president/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Celebrating Retired Fire Chief John W. Englund](https://fire.lacounty.gov/retired-fc-john-w-englund/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Congratulations Retirees!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-retirees-8/) - #Post Excerpt
- [41st Annual Kingdom Day Parade](https://fire.lacounty.gov/41st-annual-kingdom-day-parade/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Selects New PIO/Special Events Section Fire Captain](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-selects-new-pio-special-events-section-fire-captain/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Defensible Space Referee Hearings](https://fire.lacounty.gov/defensible-space-referee-hearings/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Assembly District 42 Community Excellence Awards](https://fire.lacounty.gov/assembly-district-42-community-excellence-awards/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Congratulations, CERT Team Graduates!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-cert-team-graduates/) - The LACoFD would like to congratulate 91 Explorers and 36 residents who recently completed a 20-hour Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training classes.
- [Gordon Philanthropies and the CDCR Unveil New Children’s Educational Center at Camp 13](https://fire.lacounty.gov/childrens-educational-center-camp-13/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Dispatch Statistics, 2025 Fourth Quarter](https://fire.lacounty.gov/dispatch-statistics-2025-fourth-quarter/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Eaton and Palisades Wildfires One-Year Remembrance](https://fire.lacounty.gov/wildfires-one-year-remembrance/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ff-cancer-awareness-month-2026/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Paramedic Class 271 Graduation Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/paramedic-class-271-ceremony/) - On Tuesday, January 13, 2026, the LACoFD honored the achievements of the six firefighters who completed the Paramedic Training Institute paramedic program.
- [2025 Spark of Love Toy Recap](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2025-spark-of-love-toy-recap/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) 2025 Spark of Love Toy Drive and distribution campaign has concluded.
- [City of Hope Visit](https://fire.lacounty.gov/city-of-hope-visit/) - On 12/23/25, LACoFD Public Information Office/Special Events Section and Division 2 firefighters gathered to visit patients and families at City of Hope.
- [Winter Rainstorm Response](https://fire.lacounty.gov/winter-rainstorm-response/) - From Christmas Eve and into Christmas day, our dispatchers fielded over 4,087 9-1-1 calls, and our Air Operations and ground-based firefighters skillfully navigated treacherous conditions to rescue over 100 people.
- [LACoFD Firefighters Install Smoke Alarm and Carbon Monoxide Detectors for the Silva Family](https://fire.lacounty.gov/silva-family-visit/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Congratulations, Newly Certified LACoFD Explorers!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/new-certified-explorers/) - On Saturday, December 20, 2025, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) Explorers listed below successfully passed their evaluation of skills and physical test, earning the position of “Certified Explorer.”
- [LACoFD’s 10th Annual Women’s Fire Prep Academy](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-10th-annual-wfpa/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Holiday Safety Press Conference](https://fire.lacounty.gov/holiday-safety-press-conference/) - The annual Holiday Safety Press Conference was held at the LACoFD Cecil Gehr Training Center in the unincorporated area of East Los Angeles.
- [Holiday Celebrations](https://fire.lacounty.gov/holiday-celebrations/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Joins Annual Foster Youth Holiday Party](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-joins-annual-foster-youth-holiday-party/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Pomona Chamber of Commerce Holiday for Heroes](https://fire.lacounty.gov/pomona-chamber-of-commerce-holiday-for-heroes/) - On Friday, December 5, 2025, the Pomona Chamber of Commerce hosted their annual Holiday for Heroes Luncheon at the Fuego Metro Events Center in the City of Pomona.
- [The Malibu Project Recognizes LACoFD First Responders and Volunteers](https://fire.lacounty.gov/the-malibu-project-recognizes-lacofd-first-responders-and-volunteers/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Congratulations UCLA Paramedic School Class 80 Graduates!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-ucla-paramedic-school-class-80-graduates/) - On December 12, 2025, family, friends, and LACoFD leadership gathered to celebrate the UCLA Paramedic Class 80.
- [Executive Leadership Development Program Graduation Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/eldp-ceremony/) - LA County DHR recognized LACoFD Robert Harris, Derrick Chapman, and Sonia Gutierrez for completion of the ELDP.
- [Congratulations LACTC Firefighter Training Program Graduates!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-lactc-firefighter-training-program-graduates/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Spark of Love Community Toy Drive](https://fire.lacounty.gov/spark-of-love-toy-drive/) - On Friday, December 5, 2025, the LACoFD will join with ABC7 and local fire departments at the Community Toy Drive at Los Cerritos Center.
- [Thanksgiving Day Station Visits](https://fire.lacounty.gov/thanksgiving-day-station-visits/) - (LACoFD) Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone was joined by Deputy Fire Chief Eleni Pappas and Congressman Gil Cisneros as they visited with firefighters across the East Regional Operations Bureau on Thanksgiving Day.
- [LACoFD Participates in Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-participates-in-annual-hollywood-christmas-parade/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Drone Dispatched to Support Container Ship Firefighting Efforts](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-drone-dispatched-to-support-container-ship-firefighting-efforts/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Los Angeles County Fire Fighters Pipes and Drums Spotlight](https://fire.lacounty.gov/los-angeles-county-fire-fighters-pipes-and-drums-spotlight/) - #Post Excerpt
- [USA-2 Demobilization](https://fire.lacounty.gov/usa-2-demobilization/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Urban Search and Rescue Team (USAR), known internationally as USA-2, returned home the evening of Tuesday, November 11, 2025.
- [Kevin Woyjeck Explorers for Life Association Spotlight](https://fire.lacounty.gov/kwefla-spotlight/) - In this week’s edition of Size-Up, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) proudly spotlights the Kevin Woyjeck Explorers for Life Association.
- [Family Support Group Fall Luncheon](https://fire.lacounty.gov/family-support-group-fall-luncheon/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Advanced Provider Response Unit Program Six-Year Anniversary](https://fire.lacounty.gov/advanced-provider-response-unit-program-six-year-anniversary/) - November 18, 2025, marked the six-year anniversary of the launch of the County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Advanced Provider Response Unit (APRU) program.
- [LACoFD Unveils Carbon Monoxide Safety PSA](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-unveils-carbon-monoxide-safety-psa/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Ceremony for Helicopter Dip Tank at Palos Verdes Reservoir](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ceremony-for-helicopter-dip-tank-at-palos-verdes-reservoir/) - The power of effective intergovernmental partnerships to ensure firefighters have the necessary resources to protect our communities.
- [Little Library Unveiling at Fire Station 87](https://fire.lacounty.gov/little-library-unveiling-at-fire-station-87/) - A Little Free Library was installed at County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) Fire Station 87 in the City of Industry on Saturday, November 8, 2025,
- [Congratulations, West Hollywood CERT Graduates!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-west-hollywood-cert-graduates/) - #Post Excerpt
- [City of Covina Firefighter of the Year Award](https://fire.lacounty.gov/city-of-covina-firefighter-of-the-year-award/) - #Post Excerpt
- [First Responder Children’s Foundation to Honor Fire Captain Joshua Swaney](https://fire.lacounty.gov/frcf-honor-captain-swaney/) - In honor of National First Responders Day, the FRCF recognized the extraordinary dedication of first responders nationwide.
- [City of Lakewood Award of Valor Luncheon](https://fire.lacounty.gov/city-of-lakewood-award-of-valor-luncheon-2/) - On Wednesday, November 5, 2025, the City of Lakewood hosted its 47th annual Award of Valor Luncheon at The Centre in Lakewood.
- [Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Presentations](https://fire.lacounty.gov/bos-presentations-10282025/) - On Tuesday, October 28, 2025, several department personnel were honored during the presentation portion of the Board of Supervisors meeting.
- [National Veterans and Military Families Month](https://fire.lacounty.gov/veterans-and-military-families-month-2025/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department is proud to recognize November as National Veterans and Military Families Month.
- [Congratulations, CERT Graduates](https://fire.lacounty.gov/cert-graduates-1172025/) - LACoFD celebrates participants who completed the 20-hour CERT courses recently held in San Dimas, Agoura Hills, and East Los Angeles.
- [Forestry Division Welcomes 4-H Community Club](https://fire.lacounty.gov/forestry-division-welcomes-4-h-community-club/) - The LACoFD Forestry Division hosted the local Pomona 4-H Community Club youth participants on...
- [Los Angeles County Fire Museum Spotlight](https://fire.lacounty.gov/los-angeles-county-fire-museum-spotlight/) - Led by the Los Angeles County Fire Museum Association, this unique community offering was the idea of two LACoFD firefighters in the mid-1970s.
- [Recruit Academy 178 Graduation Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/recruit-academy-178-graduation-ceremony/) - On Friday, October 24, 2025, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted a formal graduation ceremony to celebrate Recruit Academy 178 at the Rosco C. Ingalls Auditorium at East Los Angeles College.
- [The LACoFD Participates in 2025 Taste of Soul](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2025-taste-of-soul/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Kidde and iHeart Media Fire Safety Recognition Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/kidde-fire-safety-recognition-ceremony/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Junior Lifeguard Cadet Graduation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/junior-lifeguard-cadet-graduation/) - (LACoFD) Lifeguard Division held a graduation ceremony for this year’s cadre of Junior Lifeguard Cadets on Sunday, October 12, 2025, in Marina del Rey.
- [Assembly District 51 Community Excellence Awards](https://fire.lacounty.gov/assembly-district-51-community-excellence-awards/) - #Post Excerpt
- [38th Annual Productivity and Quality Awards](https://fire.lacounty.gov/38th-annual-productivity-and-quality-awards/) - (LACoFD) is proud to have been recognized with several awards alongside our County department partners and peers at the 38th Annual Los Angeles County Productivity and Quality Awards Ceremony
- [Urban Search and Rescue Full-Scale Training Exercise](https://fire.lacounty.gov/urban-search-and-rescue-full-scale-training-exercise/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Congratulations, Retirees!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-retirees-oct-2025/) - #Post Excerpt
- [CERT Exercise and Signal Hill CERT Class](https://fire.lacounty.gov/cert-exercise-and-signal-hill-cert-class/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Former Explorers Become Full-Time LACoFD Members](https://fire.lacounty.gov/former-explorers-become-full-time-lacofd-members/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD’s Sirens of Silence Recognized by the HollyRod Foundation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofds-sirens-of-silence-recognized-by-the-hollyrod-foundation/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2025 California Firefighters Memorial Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2025-california-firefighters-memorial-ceremony/) - The California Fire Foundation hosted the 23rd annual California Firefighters Memorial Ceremony on Saturday, October 4, 2025.
- [Antelope Valley Fair](https://fire.lacounty.gov/antelope-valley-fair/) - #Post Excerpt
- [12th Annual Girls’ Fire Camp](https://fire.lacounty.gov/12th-annual-girls-fire-camp/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2025 Quarter 3 Dispatch Statistics](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2025-quarter-3-dispatch-statistics/) - (LACoFD) 9-1-1 Communications Center under the Command and Control Division continues to excel in providing prompt daily emergency operations.
- [LACoFD Honors Fallen Firefighters at Annual IAFF Memorial](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2025-iaff-memorial/) - LACoFD honors fallen heroes at the International Association of Fire Fighters’ (IAFF) Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial at Memorial Park in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
- [Hispanic Heritage Month](https://fire.lacounty.gov/hispanic-heritage-month-2025/) - The LACoFD proudly observes National Hispanic Heritage Month, recognizing the contributions and cultural richness of the Hispanic/Latino community.
- [Congratulations, CERT Graduates!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/cert-graduates-cal-water/) - The LACoFD extends its heartfelt congratulations to the 44 California Water Service personnel who recently completed the rigorous 20-hour CERT training.
- [Long Beach Medical Center Trauma Survivor's Reunion](https://fire.lacounty.gov/trauma-survivors-reunion-sept-2025/) - Patients who survived traumatic injuries were reunited with first responders, from the County of Los Angeles (LACoFD) and Long Beach Fire Departments.
- [2025 Southern California Firefighter Career Expo](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2025-southern-california-ff-career-expo/) - The LACoFD participated in the California Firefighter Joint Apprenticeship Committee Firefighter Career Expo in South El Monte on Saturday, September 6.
- [Douglas Day Celebrates Aerospace Innovation and Achievement](https://fire.lacounty.gov/douglas-day-2025/) - Team members from the LACoFD Air Operations Section and Public Information Office/Special Events Section attended Douglas Day.
- [Flag Ceremony and Memorial Service for Fire Fighter Paramedic Jerry W. Guzman](https://fire.lacounty.gov/memorial-service-jerry-w-guzman/) - The LACoFD held a flag ceremony on Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025, and a memorial service on Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025 to honor FFPM Jerry W. Guzman
- [LACoFD Remembers 9/11](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-remembers-9-11/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) solemnly observes the 24th anniversary of the tragic attacks on Sept. 11, 2001.
- [Los Angeles County Firefighters’ Association Spotlight](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lac-firefighters-association-spotlight/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Paramedic Training Institute Class 270 Graduation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/pti-class-270/) - The LACoFD honors the achivements of seven team members who successfully graduated from the Paramedic Training Institute on Sept. 4, 2025.
- [LACoFD Hosts Aircraft Media Day](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-hosts-aircraft-media-day/) - #Post Excerpt
- [National Taiwan University Alumni Association of Southern California Donation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ntu-alumni-donation/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Welcomes Physical Fitness Fair Participants](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-welcomes-physical-fitness-fair-participants/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Active-Duty Death of Fire Fighter Paramedic Jerry W. Guzman](https://fire.lacounty.gov/jerry-w-guzman/) - On Friday, August 15, 2025, the LACoFD announced the active-duty death of Fire Fighter Paramedic (FFPM) Jerry W. Guzman, Fire Station 32-C, Battalion 16.
- [2025 Beach Safety Days Kick Off!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2025-beach-safety-days-kick-off/) - The LACoFD's Lifeguard Division and ODEI team kicked off their annual multi-day community program, Beach Safety Days.
- [LACoFD Participates in Wildfire Safety Workshop](https://fire.lacounty.gov/wildfire-safety-workshop-2025/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Congratulations, CERT Graduates!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congrats-cert-graduates/) - The LACoFD proudly congratulates over 70 participants who successfully completed the 20-hour FEMA Community Emergency Response Team (CERT).
- [LACoFD Celebrates Cal-JAC Paramedic Academy Graduates](https://fire.lacounty.gov/cal-jac-graduates-2025/) - On Wednesday, August 20, 2025, LACoFD Chief Deputy Jon O’Brien joined the (Cal-JAC) Paramedic Academy graduation ceremony in Monterey Park.
- [Fire Fighter Specialist Tracy Sizemore Honored with Pomona Optimist Club Public Safety Award](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tracy-sizemore-public-safety-award/) - On Thursday, August 21, 2025 FFS Tracy Sizemore was presented the Public Safety Award from the Pomona Optimist Club in Downtown Pomona.
- [LACoFD August Promotional Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-august-promotional-ceremony/) - On Thursday, August 28, 2025, the LACoFD Executive team held a promotional ceremony at the Canyon County Community Center in Santa Clarita.
- [L.A. County Asian Pacific Islander Association Spotlight](https://fire.lacounty.gov/api-spotlight/) - The LACoFD proudly spotlights the outstanding efforts of the LACAPI Association, a driving force in promoting diversity and inclusion.
- [2016 Sand Fire Survivor Thanks LACoFD Firefighters](https://fire.lacounty.gov/sand-fire-reunion/) - KHTS FM 98.1/AM 1220 recently reunited LACoFD FFS Connor Bauman with Donna Fink, a fire survivor who wished to express her appreciation.
- [2025 LACoFD Explorer Orientation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2025-lacofd-explorer-orientation/) - The LACoFD's Fire Explorer Program hosted a two-day orientation for 145 incoming Explorers at the Training Center on August 9, and 10, 2025.
- [2025 USLA Lifeguard Championships](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2025-usla-lifeguard-championships/) - The LACoFD Lifeguard Division proudly participated in the 46th Annual National Lifeguard Championships, organized by the USLA.
- [LACoFD Fire Station 110 Hosts First Responders Children’s Foundation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2025-first-responders-childrens-foundation/) - On Sunday, August 3, 2025, LACoFD FS 110 opened its doors to first responder families from the First Responders Children Foundation.
- [LACoFD Joins 2025 National Night Out Events](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2025-nno/) - The LACoFD emergency operations personnel recently participated in over 30 National Night Out events across Los Angeles County.
- [LACoFD Celebrates Camp 9’s 55th Anniversary Celebration](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-celebrates-camp-9s-55th-anniversary-celebration/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Two LACoFD Programs Receive the 2025 National Association of Counties Award](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2025-naco-awards/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Community Brigade and Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Pilot Programs were among this year’s Los Angeles County 2025 National Association of Counties (NACo) Achievement Award winners.
- [Congratulations, Retirees!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-july-2025-retirees/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) congratulates all personnel who retired from County service in July 2025.
- [2025 Summer Junior Lifeguard Program](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2025-junior-lifeguard-program/) - The 2025 Junior Lifeguard Program summer sessions have concluded, with the last session taking place on August 8.
- [Congratulations, Retirees!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-retirees-may-june-2025/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) would like to congratulate all personnel who retired from County service between May and June, 2025.
- [2025 National Night Out Events](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2025-national-night-out-events/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Lifeguard Medal of Valor Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-lifeguard-medal-of-valor-ceremony/) - The LACoFD Lifeguard Division recognized Lifeguard Division team members, public safety partners, and retirees at the annual Medal of Valor Ceremony.
- [Canine Teams Return Home from Central Texas](https://fire.lacounty.gov/canine-teams-return-home/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Congratulations to Benjamin Berman, Appointed as Chief of Air Operations](https://fire.lacounty.gov/chief-berman-appointment-2025/) - The LACoFD congratulates and highlights the recent appointment of Benjamin Berman as Chief of Air Operations effective July 14, 2025.
- [Fire Fighter Erin Regan Honored at ESPYs](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-fighter-erin-regan-honored-at-espys/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Recruit Academy 177 Graduation Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/academy-177-graduation/) - The LACoFD hosted a formal graduation ceremony to commemorate the graduates of Recruit Academy 177 at the Training Center on Friday, August 1, 2025.
- [LACoFD Hosts County of Breisgau-Hochschwarzwald Department of Fire and Civil Protection](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-hosts-german-delegation/) - The LACoFD was proud to host firefighters and chief officers from Southwest Germany during the week of July 13, 2025.
- [Type 3 Engine PMI Donation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/type-3-engine-pmi-donation/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) received a generous donation of a new Type 3 engine from Philip Morris International (PMI) U.S. business.
- [Coffee with a Firefighter](https://fire.lacounty.gov/coffee-with-a-firefighter/) - On Thursday, July 24, 2025, the LACoFD Division II team partnered with the City of Baldwin Park to host Coffee with a Firefighter.
- [Board of Supervisors Recognizes Lifeguard Division Medal of Valor Recipients](https://fire.lacounty.gov/board-of-supervisors-recognizes-lifeguard-division-medal-of-valor-recipients/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Partners with Public Safety Agencies to Host Fireworks Safety News Conference](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-host-fireworks-safety-news-conference/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Opioid Awareness Campaign Features LACoFD Paramedics](https://fire.lacounty.gov/opioid-awareness-campaign-features-lacofd-paramedics/) - #Post Excerpt
- [New LACoFD Public Education Display at the Antelope Valley Fair](https://fire.lacounty.gov/new-lacofd-public-education-display-at-the-antelope-valley-fair/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Beach Safety Days Registration is Now Open](https://fire.lacounty.gov/beach-safety-days-registration-2025/) - Registration is now open for the LACoFD Beach Safety Days, which will be hosted by the Lifeguard Division in August and September 2025.
- [LACoFD’s Canine Teams Activated to Assist in the Aftermath of Catastrophic Flooding Impacting Central Texas](https://fire.lacounty.gov/central-texas-floods-response/) - On Tuesday, July 8, 2025, the LACoFD’s Canine Teams were activated to assist in the aftermath of flooding impacting Central Texas.
- [Fire Fighter Specialist Academy](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-fighter-specialist-academy/) - These 46 individuals recently completed the reimagined FFS Academy hosted by the Training Services Division.
- [LACoFD Spotlights New Communications Division](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-spotlights-new-communications-division/) - In this edition of Size-Up, theLACoFD spotlights the recent appointment achieved by Heidi Oliva in the newly approved Communications Division.
- [Los Angeles County Fire Museum Retiree Celebration](https://fire.lacounty.gov/retiree-celebration-2025/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Museum hosted the annual Retiree Celebration on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.
- [Los Angeles County Firefighters’ Memorial Committee Spotlight](https://fire.lacounty.gov/firefighters-memorial-committee-spotlight/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) spotlights the Los Angeles County Firefighters’ Memorial Committee.
- [April-June 2025 Dispatch Statistics](https://fire.lacounty.gov/april-june-2025-dispatch-statistics/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department 9-1-1 Communications Center under the Command and Control Division continues its role in daily emergency operations.
- [Celebrating National Telecommunicators Week 2025](https://fire.lacounty.gov/telecommunicators-week-2025/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Remembering Fallen Fire Fighter Jonathan Flagler](https://fire.lacounty.gov/remembering-fallen-fire-fighter-jonathan-flagler/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Firefighters Participate in Glendora 9/11 Remembrance Day](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-firefighters-participate-in-glendora-9-11-remembrance-day/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2019 Behavioral Health Suicide Prevention & Awareness Safety Stand Down](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2019-behavioral-health-suicide-prevention-awareness-safety-stand-down/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Women’s Fire Prep Academy (WFPA)](https://fire.lacounty.gov/womens-fire-prep-academy-wfpa/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Trains in International Asia Pacific Earthquake Response Exercise](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-trains-in-international-asia-pacific-earthquake-response-exercise/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Stentorians of Los Angeles County Spotlight](https://fire.lacounty.gov/stentorians-of-los-angeles-county-spotlight/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department is proud to feature the important work and contributions of the Stentorians of Los Angeles County (Stentorians).
- [Slow-Pitch and Bear Classic Softball Tournaments](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2025-softball-tournaments/) - LACoFD personnel and families participated in two softball tournaments to stay active and help fundraise for critical youth development programs.
- [2025 Fourth of July Safety Press Conference](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2025-fourth-of-july-safety-presser/) - On Wednesday, June 25, 2025, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) joined the 2025 Fourth of July Safety Press Conference.
- [92nd Fire Suppression Aid Academy Graduation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fsa-class-92-graduation/) - On Friday, June 27, 2025, theLACoFD held a graduation ceremony to honor Fire Suppression Aid (FSA) Class 92 at Fire Camp 2 in La Cañada Flintridge.
- [Region 1 Meeting and 2025 Fire Season Outlook Press Conference](https://fire.lacounty.gov/region-1-2025-fireseason/) - LACoFD Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone hosted the annual Region I Meeting and 2025 Fire Season Outlook Press Conference on Friday, June 27, 2025.
- [Community Emergency Response Team Training: Strengthening Community](https://fire.lacounty.gov/cert-class-in-hermosa-beach/) - On Saturday, June 21 and Sunday, June 22, 2025, the LACoFD hosted a hybrid Community Emergency Response Team training in the City of Hermosa Beach.
- [Antelope Valley Hosts 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/antelope-valley-hosts-9-11-remembrance-ceremony/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2024 Cal-JAC Firefighter Career Expo](https://fire.lacounty.gov/24-cal-jac-firefighter-career-expo/) - On Saturday, April 6, 2024, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (ODEI) Recruitment Unit, Examination Section, and Executive Support Division team members participated in the Cal-JAC Firefighter Career Expo at the Firefighter Candidate Training Center (FCTC) in the City of Livermore. Team members attended the event to promote
- [Ocean Lifeguard Academy Class 44 Graduation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ola-class-44-graduation/) - On Tuesday, June 17, 2025, LACoFD Lifeguard Division held a graduation ceremony for Ocean Lifeguard Academy Class 44 at the Dockweiler State Beach Youth Center.
- [ODEI Participates in the annual Girls in Future Technologies Event](https://fire.lacounty.gov/odei-participates-in-the-annual-girls-in-future-technologies-event/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2024 California Firefighters 22nd Annual Memorial Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2024-california-firefighters-22nd-annual-memorial-ceremony/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Congratulations, Recruit Class 175!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-recruit-class-175/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD & ABC7’s Spark of Love Campaign Delivers 27,000 Toys](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-abc7s-spark-of-love-campaign-delivers-27000-toys/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Welcomes Belgium Delegation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-welcomes-belgium-delegation/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Day of Remembrance Honoring Fire Fighter Andrew Pontious](https://fire.lacounty.gov/andrew-pontious-day-of-remembrance/) - The courage, commitment, and ultimate sacrifice of Andrew has not been forgotten...
- [11th Semiannual Girls’ Fire Camp](https://fire.lacounty.gov/11th-semiannual-girls-fire-camp/) - The LACoFD, in collaboration with the L.A County Women’s Fire League, hosted over 100 participants at the 11th Semiannual Girls’ Fire Camp on June 7, 2025.
- [2025 LACoFD Explorer Muster](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2025-lacofd-explorer-muster/) - The LACoFD hosted the annual Fire Explorer Program Muster on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at Department Headquarters in unincorporated East Los Angeles.
- [City of Santa Clarita Wildfire Safety Press Conference](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2025-santa-clarita-wildfire-safety-press-conference/) - The LACoFD joined the City of Santa Clarita and the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department for the annual Wildfire Safety Press Conference.
- [Tonner Canyon Prescribed Burn](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tonner-canyon-prescribed-burn/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) conducted a successful two-day prescribed burn in Tonner Canyon on June 5 and June 6, 2025.
- [3rd Annual Retirement Recognition Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/3rd-annual-retirement-ceremony/) - On Wednesday, June 11, 2025, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) held the third annual Retirement Recognition Ceremony.
- [2025 Junior Lifeguard Program Launch](https://fire.lacounty.gov/junior-lifeguard-program-launch/) - From Zuma Beach in Malibu to Redondo Beach as well as Avalon on Catalina Island, this program welcomes youth ages 9 to 17 to learn about...
- [Sea Lion Release](https://fire.lacounty.gov/sea-lion-release/) - We celebrate and thank the Marine Mammal Care Center, LACoFD lifeguards, and countless volunteers for lending their skills and care to rescue ocean wildlife.
- [Celebrating Pride Month](https://fire.lacounty.gov/pride-month-2025/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) proudly celebrates Pride Month.
- [Stonewall Alliance Spotlight](https://fire.lacounty.gov/stonewall-alliance-spotlight/) - In tandem with this year’s Pride Month celebrations, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) is proud to highlight the Stonewall Alliance.
- [27th Annual Tribute to Veterans and Military Families](https://fire.lacounty.gov/annual-tribute-to-veterans-and-military-families/) - LACoFD Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone joined Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger at the 27th Annual Tribute to Veterans and Military Families event.
- [2025 Sidewalk CPR Press Conference](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2025-sidewalk-cpr-press-conference/) - In recognition of National CPR and AED Awareness Week, June 1-7, 2025, the County of Los Angeles hosted the 13th annual Sidewalk CPR Press Conference.
- [Congratulations to the Command and Control Division 2025 Dispatch Training Class!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2025-dispatch-training-class/) - LACoFD extends a heartfelt congratulations to the newest dispatchers, who completed the initial seven-week dispatch training class in April and May 2025.
- [Goldspotted Oak Borer Blitz](https://fire.lacounty.gov/goldspotted-oak-borer-blitz/) - On Tuesday, June 3, 2025, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department Forestry Division participated in the Goldspotted Oak Borer Blitz at San Dimas Canyon.
- [Congratulations Assistant Fire Chiefs Dao and Stump ](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-assistant-fire-chiefs-dao-and-stump/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) congratulates and highlights the recent promotions of Assistant Fire Chiefs Khoi Q. Dao and Paul M. Stump.
- [Congratulations, Retirees!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-retirees-feb-25/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department is proud to recognize all personnel who retired from County of Los Angeles service during February through April 2025.
- [Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell’s 5th Annual Juneteenth Celebration and Resource Fair ](https://fire.lacounty.gov/sd2-juneteenth-celebration/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department will join Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell at the 5th Annual Juneteenth Celebration and Resource Fair.
- [2025 Valor and Exemplary Service Awards Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2025-valor-and-exemplary-service-awards-ceremony/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Los Bomberos de L.A. County Spotlight](https://fire.lacounty.gov/los-bomberos-de-l-a-county-spotlight/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Ocean Lifeguard Academy 43 Graduation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ocean-lifeguard-academy-43-graduation/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Fourth Annual Women’s Lifeguard Prep Academy](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fourth-annual-womens-lifeguard-prep-academy/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Fire Hogs Host 9th Annual Firefighter Memorial Ride](https://fire.lacounty.gov/9th-annual-memorial-ride/) - The Ninth Annual Firefighter Memorial Ride, organized by the Los Angeles County Fire Department Fire Hogs (Fire Hogs), took place on Saturday, May 17, 2025.
- [May 2025 Promotional Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/may-2025-promotional-ceremony/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department held a Promotional Ceremony on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at the Mayne Events Center and Los Angeles County Fire Museum.
- [Recruit Academy 176 Graduation Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/recruit-academy-176-graduation-ceremony/) - On Friday, May 23, 2025, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department hosted a formal graduation ceremony to celebrate Recruit Academy 176.
- [East and Central Region Operations Bureau Fire Service Days](https://fire.lacounty.gov/east-and-central-region-operations-bureau-fire-service-days/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Celebrating Fire Service Days 2025](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-service-days-2025/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department invites community members to connect with local firefighters during our annual Fire Service Days.
- [LA County Library “Work Ready Career Session” – Fire Service Careers](https://fire.lacounty.gov/la-county-library-work-ready-career-session-fire-service-careers/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Strengthening Community Through Partnerships](https://fire.lacounty.gov/strengthening-community-through-partnerships/) - #Post Excerpt
- [More than a Memory:  Celebrating the Life of LACoFD Fallen Heroes](https://fire.lacounty.gov/more-than-a-memory-celebrating-the-life-of-lacofd-fallen-heroes/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Joins the LAFD and Partnering First Responder Agencies at LA Rams Draft Event](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-joins-the-lafd-and-partnering-first-responder-agencies-at-la-rams-draft-event/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Fallen LACoFD Firefighters Honored at NFFF Memorial](https://fire.lacounty.gov/nfff-2025/) - Fallen LACoFD Firefighters Honored at the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Memorial.
- [Celebrating National Nurses Week and Nurse of the Year Sheryl Gradney](https://fire.lacounty.gov/celebrating-national-nurses-week-and-nurse-of-the-year-sheryl-gradney/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) is celebrating National Nurses Week 2025, as well as Nurse of the Year Sheryl Gradney.
- [Congratulations to CERT Class Graduates](https://fire.lacounty.gov/april-and-may-2025-cert-classes/) - #Post Excerpt
- [HHMD Participates in 27th CA Unified Program Annual Training Conference](https://fire.lacounty.gov/hhmd_participates-in-annual-training/) - #Post Excerpt
- [County Day at the LA County Fair!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/county-day-at-la-county-fair/) - #Post Excerpt
- [INDYCAR 2025 Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach Honors CA Wildfire First Responders](https://fire.lacounty.gov/indycar-honors-first-responders/) - #Post Content #Post Date #Post Excerpt
- [Congratulations to UCLA Paramedic Class 78 and Paramedic Training Institute Class 269 Graduates](https://fire.lacounty.gov/paramedic-class-78-and-pmi-269-graduates/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Fourth Annual Sirens of Silence:  A Special Day with First Responders](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fourth-annual-sirens-of-silence-a-special-day-with-first-responders/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Explorer Program 2025 Disaster Drill](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-explorer-program-2025-disaster-drill/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Firefighters Recognized at Annual Bellflower BRAVO Awards](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-firefighters-recognized-at-annual-bellflower-bravo-awards/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Take Our Young People to Work Day](https://fire.lacounty.gov/take-our-young-people-to-work-day-2/) - #Post Excerpt
- [USAR Canine Teams: Constantly Training for Excellence](https://fire.lacounty.gov/usar-canine-team-training/) - #Post Excerpt #Post Date #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Fire Station 164 Rededication Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-fire-station-164-rededication-ceremony/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Congratulations to CERT Class Graduates!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-to-cert-class-graduates/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Hollywood Bowl Celebrates First Responders with Free Concert](https://fire.lacounty.gov/hollywood-bowl-we-love-la-concert/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Ninth Annual Women’s Fire Prep Academy Concludes](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ninth-annual-wfpa-concludes/) - #Post Date #Post Excerpt
- [LA-DROP Pilot Program Launch](https://fire.lacounty.gov/la-drop-pilot-program-launch/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Promotion of Travon Espy and Jason Ghorbani to Assistant Fire Chief](https://fire.lacounty.gov/promotion-assistant-fire-chief/) - #Post Excerpt
- [City of Arcadia Honors the Air Operations Section](https://fire.lacounty.gov/city-of-arcadia-honors-the-air-operations-section/) - #Post Excerpt
- [$50,000 Smart and Final Charitable Foundation Donation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/smart-and-final-charitable-foundation-donation/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Health Hazardous Materials Division Academy Graduation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/health-hazardous-materials-division-academy-graduation/) - #Post Excerpt
- [February 2025 Dispatch Statistics](https://fire.lacounty.gov/february-2025-dispatch-statistics/) - #Post Excerpt
- [21st Battalion Chief Academy](https://fire.lacounty.gov/21st-battalion-chief-academy/) - #Post Excerpt
- [K9 Veterans Day Event](https://fire.lacounty.gov/k9-veterans-day-event/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Division 2 Hosts Metro Gold Line Multi-Company Drill and Tabletop Exercise](https://fire.lacounty.gov/division-2-hosts-metro-gold-line-multi-company-drill-and-tabletop-exercise/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Promotion of Brian Kane to Assistant Fire Chief](https://fire.lacounty.gov/promotion-of-brian-kane-to-assistant-fire-chief/) - #Post Excerpt
- [City of Agoura Hills 2nd International Women’s Day Luncheon](https://fire.lacounty.gov/city-of-agoura-hills-2nd-international-womens-day-luncheon/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LA Clippers Recognize LACoFD First Responders for Women’s History Month](https://fire.lacounty.gov/la-clippers-recognize-lacofd-first-responders-for-womens-history-month/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Forestry Assistants Successfully Complete the Forestry Academy!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/forestry-assistants-successfully-complete-the-forestry-academy/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Building Stronger Community Connections: CERT Training La Habra](https://fire.lacounty.gov/building-stronger-community-connections-cert-training-la-habra/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Congratulations, Retirees!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-retirees-7/) - #Post Excerpt
- [January 2025 Dispatch Statistics](https://fire.lacounty.gov/january-2025-dispatch-statistics/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Appointment of Brian Martin to Deputy Fire Chief](https://fire.lacounty.gov/appointment-of-brian-martin-to-deputy-fire-chief/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD’s Air Operations Receives Governor’s Award from the SCO!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofds-air-operations-receives-governors-award-from-the-sco/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Honoring Dr.Martin Luther King Jr., at the Annual Kingdom Day Parade](https://fire.lacounty.gov/honoring-dr-martin-luther-king-jr-at-the-annual-kingdom-day-parade/) - #Post Excerpt
- [UCLA Paramedic Class 77 Graduation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ucla-paramedic-class-77-graduation/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Ninth Annual Women’s Fire Prep Academy](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ninth-annual-womens-fire-prep-academy/) - #Post Excerpt
- [PTI Class 268 Graduation Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/pti-class-268-graduation-ceremony/) - #Post Excerpt
- [West Hollywood City Council Recognizes LACoFD Asian Pacific Islander Association](https://fire.lacounty.gov/west-hollywood-city-council-recognizes-lacofd-asian-pacific-islander-association/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Celebrating Black History Month!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/celebrating-black-history-month/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Explorer 2025 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training](https://fire.lacounty.gov/explorer-2025-cardiopulmonary-resuscitation-cpr-training/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Baywatch Rescue Boats Featured on Meet the Fleet](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-baywatch-rescue-boats-featured-on-meet-the-fleet/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Dodgers Love LA Community Tour](https://fire.lacounty.gov/dodgers-love-la-community-tour/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD honored at the 67th Grammy Awards](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-honored-at-the-67th-grammy-awards/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2024 Dispatch Statistics](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2024-dispatch-statistics/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Palisades Reunion](https://fire.lacounty.gov/palisades-reunion/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Siwanoy Elementary’s Heartfelt Letters](https://fire.lacounty.gov/siwanoy-elementarys-heartfelt-letters/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Close Before You Doze](https://fire.lacounty.gov/close-before-you-doze/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Los Angeles Master Chorale hosts “Lift Every Voice” Concert](https://fire.lacounty.gov/los-angeles-master-chorale-hosts-lift-every-voice-concert/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Explorers Completes CERT Training](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2025-explorer-cert/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce 2025 Awards and Installation Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/santa-clarita-valley-chamber-of-commerce-2025-awards-and-installation-ceremony/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Los Angeles County Fire Siege](https://fire.lacounty.gov/la-county-fire-siege/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Remembering Fallen Hero, LACoFD Fire Captain Michael H. Mercado](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fallen-hero-fire-captain-mercado/) - #Post Excerpt
- [County Critters on the Job – Spotlight on LACoFD USAR K-9 Bond](https://fire.lacounty.gov/county-critters-on-the-job-spotlight-on-lacofd-usar-k-9-bond/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD 29th Firefighter Specialist Academy](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-29th-ffs-academy/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD ERD and PPS Participate in the County’s Adopt-A-Family Program](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-erd-and-pps-participate-in-the-countys-adopt-a-family-program/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Monte Vista Elementary School Celebrates Annual Toy Giveaway](https://fire.lacounty.gov/monte-vista-es-toy-giveaway/) - #Post Excerpt
- [$380k PIF Grant Awarded for LA-DROP Pilot Project](https://fire.lacounty.gov/380k-pif-grant-awarded-for-la-drop-pilot-project/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Hosts the Centennial Gala Celebrating 100 Years of Service](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-hosts-the-centennial-gala-celebrating-100-years-of-service/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Franklin Fire](https://fire.lacounty.gov/franklin-fire/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Supervisor Janice Hahn Joins the LACoFD for a Cal-JAC Paramedic Academy Visit](https://fire.lacounty.gov/supervisor-janice-hahn-joins-the-lacofd-for-a-cal-jac-paramedic-academy-visit/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Holiday Cheer](https://fire.lacounty.gov/holiday-cheer/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Participates in the Second Annual Sky Tower Challenge](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-participates-in-the-second-annual-sky-tower-challenge/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Congratulations, Retirees!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-kuly-november-retirees/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD and LAFD hosts 2024 Annual Holiday Safety Press Conference](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-and-lafd-hosts-2024-annual-holiday-safety-press-conference/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Active-Duty Death of LACoFD Fire Captain Michael H. Mercado](https://fire.lacounty.gov/active-duty-death-of-lacofd-fire-captain-michael-h-mercado/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2024 Spark of Love Campaign](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2024-sol/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Active-Duty Death of Fire Fighter James O. Taylor](https://fire.lacounty.gov/active-duty-death-of-fire-fighter-james-o-taylor/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Congratulations, Recruit Class 174!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-recruit-class-174/) - #Post Excerpt
- [JCOD's Fire Camp Graduation Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/jcods-fire-camp-graduation-ceremony/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Girl Scout Troop 70501 STEAM Soiree](https://fire.lacounty.gov/girl-scout-troop-70501-steam-soiree/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Algerian Delegation Visit to the LACoFD](https://fire.lacounty.gov/algerian-delegation-visit-to-the-lacofd/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Los Angeles County Firefighter Family Support Group](https://fire.lacounty.gov/los-angeles-county-firefighter-family-support-group/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Empowering Communities: LACoFD Hosts CERT Training in Artesia](https://fire.lacounty.gov/empowering-communities-lacofd-hosts-cert-training-in-artesia/) - #Post Excerpt
- [University of California Cancer Research Awards](https://fire.lacounty.gov/university-of-california-cancer-research-awards/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Promotional Spotlight – LaVerne Holley Chief, Materials Management, Fire](https://fire.lacounty.gov/promotional-spotlight-laverne-holley-chief-materials-management-fire/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Fire Captain Academy 32](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-captain-academy-32/) - #Post Excerpt
- [National Veterans and Military Families Month](https://fire.lacounty.gov/national-veterans-and-military-families-month/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training Classes](https://fire.lacounty.gov/community-emergency-response-team-cert-training-classes/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Fire Prevention Division 32nd Annual Perpetual Award of Excellence](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-prevention-division-32nd-annual-perpetual-award-of-excellence/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Camp 2 Dedication Ceremony in honor of retired Assistant Fire Chief Scott C. Jones](https://fire.lacounty.gov/camp-2-dedication-ceremony-in-honor-of-retired-assistant-fire-chief-scott-c-jones/) - #Post Excerpt
- [City of Lakewood Award of Valor Luncheon](https://fire.lacounty.gov/city-of-lakewood-award-of-valor-luncheon/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Holt Incident Recognition](https://fire.lacounty.gov/holt-incident-command-recognition/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Celebrates Community and Flavor at the Annual Taste of Soul Festival](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-celebrates-community-and-flavor-at-the-annual-taste-of-soul-festival/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Malibu Forestry Unit Featured on Good Day LA](https://fire.lacounty.gov/malibu-forestry-unit-featured-on-good-day-la/) - #Post Excerpt
- [A Memorable Celebration for a Special Bride](https://fire.lacounty.gov/a-memorable-celebration-for-a-special-bride/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Senior Emergency Preparedness Training](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-senior-emergency-preparedness-training/) - #Post Excerpt
- [K-9 Harper Recognized as the ASPCA Dog of the Year ](https://fire.lacounty.gov/k-9-harper-recognized-as-the-aspca-dog-of-the-year/) - #Post Excerpt
- [National First Responders Day: Honoring Brave Heroes](https://fire.lacounty.gov/national-first-responders-day-honoring-brave-heroes/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Recognizes Department Personnel Promotions](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-recognizes-department-personnel-promotions/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Blazing Adventures:  LACoFD’s Semi-Annual Girls’ Fire Camp](https://fire.lacounty.gov/blazing-adventures-lacofds-semi-annual-girls-fire-camp/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Empowering Communities: LACoFD Hosts CERT Trainings](https://fire.lacounty.gov/empowering-communities-lacofd-hosts-cert-trainings/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Hurricanes Helene and Milton – K-9 Human Remains Detection Teams and California Task Force 2 Teams Deployed](https://fire.lacounty.gov/hurricanes-helene-and-milton-k-9-human-remains-detection-teams-and-california-task-force-2-teams-deployed/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Presented with Multiple Awards at 2024 PQA Luncheon](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-presented-with-multiple-awards-at-2024-pqa-luncheon/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Congratulations, Retirees!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-retirees-6/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Junior Lifeguard Cadet Graduation Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/junior-lifeguard-cadet-graduation-ceremony/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Hispanic Heritage Month: Celebrating Culture, Diversity, and History](https://fire.lacounty.gov/hispanic-heritage-month-celebrating-culture-diversity-and-history/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Kidde Smoke Detector Donation  Joint Press Conference](https://fire.lacounty.gov/kidde-smoke-detector-donation-joint-press-conference/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Proudly Certified: LACoFD Explorer Recognition!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/proudly-certified-lacofd-explorer-recognition/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD’S First Female PIO Captain:  Sheila Kelliher](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofds-first-female-pio-captain-sheila-kelliher/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Battles Bridge and Line Fires](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-battles-bridge-and-line-fires/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Meet the Fleet: Heavy Rescue Unit Spotlight!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/meet-the-fleet-heavy-rescue-unit-spotlight/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Santa Clarita, Duarte, West Hollywood, and East Los Angeles Residents Complete CERT Training](https://fire.lacounty.gov/santa-clarita-duarte-west-hollywood-and-east-los-angeles-residents-complete-cert-training/) - #Post Excerpt
- [FFPM Dustin M. Roberto's Memorial Service](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ffpm-dustin-m-roberto-memorial-service/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Flag Ceremony and Memorial Service for Fire Fighter Jonathan Van Oeffelen](https://fire.lacounty.gov/flag-ceremony-and-memorial-service-for-fire-fighter-jonathan-van-oeffelen/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Captain Frye Named Pomona Optimist Firefighter of the Year!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-captain-frye-named-pomona-optimist-firefighter-of-the-year/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Active-Duty Death of LACoFD Fire Fighter Jonathan Van Oeffelen](https://fire.lacounty.gov/active-duty-death-of-lacofd-fire-fighter-jonathan-van-oeffelen/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Aircraft Media Day 2024 Press Conference](https://fire.lacounty.gov/aircraft-media-day-2024-press-conference/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Paramedic Training Institute Class 267 Graduation Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/paramedic-training-institute-class-267-graduation-ceremony/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/celebrating-hispanic-heritage-month/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Recruit Academy 173 Graduation Ceremony!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/recruit-academy-173-graduation-ceremony/) - #Post Excerpt
- [California Contract Cities Association Fall Educational Summit](https://fire.lacounty.gov/california-contract-cities-association-fall-educational-summit/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance](https://fire.lacounty.gov/patriot-day-and-national-day-of-service-and-remembrance/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Fire Station 94 Patient Reunion](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-fire-station-94-patient-reunion/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Congratulations, Retirees!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2024-retirees/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Spotlights New Human Resources Division Manager, Amber Sturdivant!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-spotlights-the-appointment-of-amber-sturdivant-as-human-resources-division-manager/) - #Post Excerpt
- [September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month](https://fire.lacounty.gov/september-is-suicide-prevention-awareness-month/) - #Post Excerpt
- [City of Gardena 21st Annual Jazz Festival](https://fire.lacounty.gov/city-of-gardena-21st-annual-jazz-festival/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Flag Ceremony for Fire Fighter Paramedic Dustin M. Roberto](https://fire.lacounty.gov/flag-ceremony-for-fire-fighter-paramedic-dustin-m-roberto/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Congratulations, FSA Academy Class 91!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-fsa-academy-class-91/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Active-Duty Death of Fire Fighter Paramedic Dustin Roberto](https://fire.lacounty.gov/active-duty-death-of-fire-fighter-paramedic-dustin-roberto/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD honors Cajun, USAR canine (K-9)](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-honors-cajun-usar-canine-k-9/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2024 Explorer Two-Day Orientation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2024-explorer-two-day-orientation/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Los Angeles County 13th Annual Women’s Leadership Conference, "I'm Possible"](https://fire.lacounty.gov/los-angeles-county-13th-annual-womens-leadership-conference-im-possible/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Promotional Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/promotional-ceremony/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD and Pomona Valley Hospital Patient Reunion](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-and-pomona-valley-hospital-patient-reunion/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Goat Grazing](https://fire.lacounty.gov/goat-grazing/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Fire Chief Marrone Receives Recognition Plaque from LASD!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-fire-chief-marrone-receives-recognition-plaque-from-lasd/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2024 Lifeguard Medal of Valor Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2024-lifeguard-medal-of-valor-ceremony/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Participates in 2024 National CERT Conference](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-participates-in-2024-national-cert-conference/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Explorer Program Family Day](https://fire.lacounty.gov/explorer-program-family-day/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD and BNSF host Haz Mat and Railroad Drill in Commerce](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-and-bnsf-host-haz-mat-and-railroad-drill-in-commerce/) - #Post Excerpt
- [National Night Out!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/national-night-out/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Welcomes New K-9 Search and Rescue Teams](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-welcomes-new-k-9-search-and-rescue-teams/) - #Post Excerpt
- [City of El Monte Resource Fair](https://fire.lacounty.gov/city-of-el-monte-resource-fair/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Command and Control Division Record Breaking Call Volume!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/command-and-control-division-record-breaking-call-volume/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Off-Duty Firefighters Save Drowning Child](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-off-duty-firefighters-save-drowning-child/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Retiree Celebration at the Los Angeles County Fire Museum](https://fire.lacounty.gov/retiree-celebration-at-the-los-angeles-county-fire-museum/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Hosts July 2024 CCCA Board of Directors Meeting and Dinner](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-hosts-july-2024-ccca-board-of-directors-meeting-and-dinner/) - #Post Excerpt #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Lifeguard Division secures grant funding from the Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) Grant](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lifeguard-division-uasi-grant/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Malibu Foundation Donates Sling Device to the LACoFD to Assist with Large Animal Rescues](https://fire.lacounty.gov/malibu-foundation-donates-sling-device-to-the-lacofd-to-assist-with-large-animal-rescues/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Hybrid Community Emergency Response Team Class in the City of South El Monte](https://fire.lacounty.gov/hybrid-community-emergency-response-team-class-in-the-city-of-south-el-monte/) - #Post Excerpt
- [FF Andrew Pontious' Celebration of Life](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ff-andrew-pontious-celebration-of-life/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Welcomes EMS Fellows, Dr. Arab and Dr. Warren!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-welcomes-ems-fellows-dr-arab-and-dr-warren/) - #Post Excerpt
- [USAR K-9 Team Deployed to New Mexico](https://fire.lacounty.gov/usar-k-9-team-deployed-to-new-mexico/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Division 4 participates in Fourth of July Citywide Community Events](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-division-4-participates-in-fourth-of-july-citywide-community-events/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LARotary5 Awards Scholarships to LACoFD Explorers](https://fire.lacounty.gov/larotary5-awards-scholarships-to-lacofd-explorers/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2024 Angel City Sports Paralympic Sporting Event](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2024-angel-city-sports-paralympic-sporting-event/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD CERT Trainings Near You!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-cert-trainings-near-you/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Mourns Fire Fighter Andrew Pontious](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-mourns-fire-fighter-andrew-pontious/) - #Post Excerpt
- [172nd Recruit Academy Graduation Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/172nd-recruit-academy-graduation-ceremony/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Celebration of Life for Equipment Maintenance Supervisor Michael Potechin](https://fire.lacounty.gov/celebration-of-life-for-equipment-maintenance-supervisor-michael-potechin/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2024 Fourth of July Press Conference: Fireworks and Community Safety](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2024-fourth-of-july-press-conference-fireworks-and-community-safety/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Post Fire](https://fire.lacounty.gov/post-fire/) - #Post Excerpt
- [City of Santa Clarita Summer Wildfire Safety Press Conference](https://fire.lacounty.gov/city-of-santa-clarita-summer-wildfire-safety-press-conference/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Junior Lifeguard Cadets Complete Hybrid CERT Training](https://fire.lacounty.gov/junior-lifeguard-cadets-complete-hybrid-cert-training/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Take Our Young People to Work Day!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/take-our-young-people-to-work-day/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD and the City of Huntington Park Honors Good Samaritan](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-and-the-city-of-huntington-park-honors-good-samaritan/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2024 Regional Fire Season Outlook News Conference](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2024-regional-news-conference/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Ninth Annual Girls Fire Camp](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ninth-annual-girls-fire-camp/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2024 WEHO Pride Parade & Festival](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2024-weho-pride-parade-festival/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Supervisor Barger hosts 2024 State of the County Public Safety Panel](https://fire.lacounty.gov/supervisor-barger-hosts-2024-state-of-the-county-public-safety-panel/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Ocean Lifeguard Academy 42 Graduation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-ocean-lifeguard-academy-42-graduation/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Quality and Productivity Commission Visit 2024](https://fire.lacounty.gov/quality-and-productivity-commission-visit-2024/) - #Post Excerpt
- [FSA Academy Class 90 Graduation Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fsa-academy-class-90/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2024 Countywide Sidewalk Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Day](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2024-countywide-sidewalk-cardiopulmonary-resuscitation-cpr-day/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Bear Classic 2024 Softball Tournament](https://fire.lacounty.gov/bear-classic-2024-softball-tournament/) - #Post Excerpt
- [CROB Fire Service Day](https://fire.lacounty.gov/crob-fire-service-day/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Women’s Lifeguard Prep Academy 2024](https://fire.lacounty.gov/womens-lifeguard-prep-academy-2024/) - #Post Excerpt
- [California Contract Cities Association 2024 Seminar](https://fire.lacounty.gov/california-contract-cities-association-2024-seminar/) - #Post Excerpt
- [International Disaster USAR Reclassification Exercise](https://fire.lacounty.gov/international-disaster-usar-reclassification-exercise/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Special Recognition Award Presentation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/valor-and-exemplary-service-award-special-recognition-award-presentation/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2024 Firefighters’ Memorial Service](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2024-firefighters-memorial-service/) - #Post Excerpt
- [50th Annual Emergency Medical Services Week](https://fire.lacounty.gov/50th-annual-emergency-medical-services-week/) - #Post Excerpt
- [La Canada Flintridge, Antelope Valley, and Montebello CERT Training](https://fire.lacounty.gov/la-canada-flintridge-antelope-valley-and-montebello-cert-training/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Purdue Global launches new partnership with LACoFD](https://fire.lacounty.gov/purdue-global-launches-new-partnership-with-lacofd/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Take Our Young People to Work Day 2024](https://fire.lacounty.gov/take-our-young-people-to-work-day-2024/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Fire Hogs 8th Annual Memorial Ride](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-fire-hogs-8th-annual-memorial-ride/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Ocean Lifeguard Academy 41 Graduation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ocean-lifeguard-academy-graduation-41/) - #Post Excerpt
- [National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Memorial Weekend](https://fire.lacounty.gov/national-fallen-firefighters-foundation-memorial-weekend/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Recognizes Promoted Team Members](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-recognizes-promoted-team-members/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2024 LACoFD Fire Service Days!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2024-lacofd-fire-service-days/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Annual County Department Expo at the LA County Fair](https://fire.lacounty.gov/annual-county-department-expo-at-the-la-county-fair/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Nurse Recognition Week and Nurse of the Year](https://fire.lacounty.gov/nurse-recognition-week-and-nurse-of-the-year/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD CERT Training in the City of Inglewood](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-cert-training-in-the-city-of-inglewood/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Flag Ceremony and Memorial Services for Fire Captain Henry H. Flores](https://fire.lacounty.gov/flag-ceremony-and-memorial-services-for-fire-captain-henry-h-flores/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Hosts FFT Listening Seminar!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-kicks-off-first-fft-listening-seminar-of-2024/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2024 Valor and Exemplary Service Award Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2024-valor-and-exemplary-service-award-ceremony/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Division 4 Firefighters Honored at BRAVO Awards Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-division-4-ff-honored-bravo-awards/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Third Annual Women's Lifeguard Prep Academy!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-third-annual-womens-lifeguard-prep-academy/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Second Annual Retirement Recognition Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/second-annual-retirement-recognition-ceremony/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD observes the 2024 National Day of Prayer](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-observes-the-2024-national-day-of-prayer/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Third Annual Sirens of Silence Event, A Special Day with First Responders!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/third-annual-sirens-of-silence-event-a-special-day-with-first-responders/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Division 8 Hometown Attentiveness](https://fire.lacounty.gov/division-8-hometown-attentiveness/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Squad 49 Recognition](https://fire.lacounty.gov/squad-49-recognition/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2024 National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2024-national-public-safety-telecommunicators-week/) - #Post Excerpt
- [La Puente High School and City of Bell Gardens Spanish CERT](https://fire.lacounty.gov/la-puente-high-school-and-city-of-bell-gardens-spanish-cert/) - #Post Excerpt
- [PTI Class 266 Graduation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/pti-class-266-graduation/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Paramedic Class 75 Graduation Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/paramedic-class-75-graduation-ceremony/) - #Post Excerpt
- [National Doctor’s Day](https://fire.lacounty.gov/national-doctors-day/) - #Post Excerpt
- [CUB SCOUT PACK 177 VISIT TO LACoFD FIRE STATION 61!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/cub-scout-pack-177-visit-to-fire-station-61/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Spinks Canyon Prescribed Pile Burn](https://fire.lacounty.gov/spinks-canyon-prescribed-pile-burn/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Heart Heroes Press Conference](https://fire.lacounty.gov/heart-heroes-press-conference/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Celebrating World Autism Awareness Month!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/celebrating-world-autism-awareness-month/) - #Post Excerpt
- [CSFA Training Education Expo](https://fire.lacounty.gov/csfa-training-education-expo/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Remembering LACoFD Fire Captain Brian “Sharky” Levasseur](https://fire.lacounty.gov/remembering-lacofd-fire-captain-brian-sharky-levasseur/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Los Angeles County Training Center Fire Camp Celebration](https://fire.lacounty.gov/los-angeles-county-training-center-fire-camp-celebration/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2024 Women’s Fire Prep Academy Concludes](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2024-womens-fire-prep-academy-concludes/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Honoring LACoFD Influential DEI Trailblazers](https://fire.lacounty.gov/honoring-lacofd-influential-dei-trailblazers/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Featured in Cal-JAC Recruitment in the Spotlight Episode](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-featured-in-cal-jac-recruitment-in-the-spotlight-episode/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Women’s History Month Spotlight](https://fire.lacounty.gov/womens-history-month-spotlight/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Firefighter of the Year](https://fire.lacounty.gov/firefighter-of-the-year/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Battalion Chief Academy 20](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-battalion-chief-academy-20/) - #Post Excerpt
- [UAV Paramedic Class 39 Graduation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/uav-paramedic-class-39-graduation/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Hometown Caring](https://fire.lacounty.gov/hometown-caring/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Celebrating Read Across America Week!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/celebrating-read-across-america-week/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2024 Annual LACoFD Peer Support Training](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2024-annual-lacofd-peer-support-training/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Salute to Excellence Pilot of the Year Award](https://fire.lacounty.gov/salute-to-excellence-pilot-of-the-year-award/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Explorers Complete CPR Training](https://fire.lacounty.gov/explorers-complete-cpr-training/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Disability Management and Compliance Section Show-Me Event](https://fire.lacounty.gov/disability-management-and-compliance-section-show-me-event/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Attends 2024 HAI Heli-Expo](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2024-hai-heli-expo/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Intradepartmental Team Instrumental In LA-RICS Transition Success](https://fire.lacounty.gov/intradepartmental-team-instrumental-in-la-rics-transition-success/) - #Post Excerpt
- [“Women of Fire”](https://fire.lacounty.gov/women-of-fire/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Service Pin Presentations](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-service-pin-presentations/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Firefighter Specialist Academy 28](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-firefighter-specialist-academy-28/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Congratulations, Retiree's!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-retirees-5/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Get to Know the LACoFD Dispatchers](https://fire.lacounty.gov/get-to-know-your-lacofd-dispatchers/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Fire Station 58 Dedication Ceremony in Remembrance of Assistant Fire Chief Hershel Clady](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fs-58-dedication-ceremony-chief-clady/) - #Post Excerpt
- [8th Annual Women’s Fire Prep Academy Opening Day](https://fire.lacounty.gov/8th-annual-womens-fire-prep-academy-opening-day/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Firefighters Honored at Board of Supervisors Meeting](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-firefighters-honored-at-board-of-supervisors-meeting/) - #Post Excerpt
- [City of Carson Incident](https://fire.lacounty.gov/city-of-carson-incident/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Black Scholar College Fair](https://fire.lacounty.gov/black-scholar-college-fair/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Inaugural Hybrid CERT Training](https://fire.lacounty.gov/inaugural-hybrid-cert/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Fire Captain Academy 30](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-fire-captain-academy-30/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Participates in Los Cerritos Elementary School Career Day!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-los-cerritos-elementary-career-day/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Türkiye Anniversary](https://fire.lacounty.gov/turkiye-anniversary/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Supervisorial District 5 - Field Office Open House](https://fire.lacounty.gov/supervisorial-district-5-field-office-open-house/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Pomona Valley Hospital Hands-Only CPR Video](https://fire.lacounty.gov/pomona-valley-hospital-hands-only-cpr-video/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Explorers Earn CERT Achievement Certification](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-explorers-earn-cert-achievement-certification/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Peer Support – CAL FIRE Partnership Award](https://fire.lacounty.gov/peer-support-cal-fire-partnership-award/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Firefighter Specialist Academy Badge Presentation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/firefighter-specialist-academy-badge-presentation/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Paramedic Engine 59 Dedication Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-paramedic-engine-59-dedication-ceremony/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Paramedic Training Institute (PTI) Class 265](https://fire.lacounty.gov/paramedic-training-institute-pti-class-265/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Northridge Earthquake 30th Anniversary: Reflections and Lessons Learned](https://fire.lacounty.gov/northridge-earthquake-30th-anniversary-reflections-and-lessons-learned/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Hosts Health Hazardous Materials Division (HHMD) 2024 Service Award Presentations](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-hosts-health-hazardous-materials-division-hhmd-2024-service-award-presentations/) - #Post Excerpt
- [39th Annual Kingdom Day Parade!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/39th-annual-kingdom-day-parade/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Recruit Class 171 Graduation Ceremony!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/recruit-class-171-graduation/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Retirement Open House Honoring Chief Cook Ricky Washington](https://fire.lacounty.gov/retirement-open-house-honoring-chief-cook-ricky-washington/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Congratulations, Retirees!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-retirees-4/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Observes January as Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month](https://fire.lacounty.gov/firefighter-cancer-awareness-month/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Rescues Mt. Baldy Crash Survivor in Angeles National Forest](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-rescue-mt-baldy-crash-survivor-in-angeles-national-forest/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Soto Incident](https://fire.lacounty.gov/soto-incident/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2023 Spark of Love Officially Completes 31st Year!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2023-spark-of-love-officially-completes-31st-year/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Youth Leadership Academy Presentation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/youth-leadership-academy-presentation/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Mongolia PHTLS Instruction for NAEMT](https://fire.lacounty.gov/mongolia-phtls-instruction-for-naemt/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2023 Spark of Love Community Events](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2023-spark-of-love-community-events/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Pomona Chamber of Commerce’s Holiday for Heroes Luncheon](https://fire.lacounty.gov/pomona-chamber-of-commerces-holiday-for-heroes-luncheon/) - #Post Excerpt
- [December 2023 Promotional Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/december-2023-promotional-ceremony/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD joins the Heli-Hydrant Dedication in La Habra Heights](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-joins-the-heli-hydrant-dedication-in-la-habra-heights/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Monterey Incident](https://fire.lacounty.gov/monterey-incident/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Reunion between First Responders and Bell Gardens Student Cardiac Patient](https://fire.lacounty.gov/reunion-between-first-responders-and-bell-gardens-student-cardiac-patient/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LA-RICS Ribbon Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/la-rics-ribbon-ceremony/) - #Post Excerpt
- [CONGRATULATIONS LACOFD UCLA PARAMEDIC PROGRAM GRADUATES OF CLASS 74!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-lacofd-ucla-paramedic-program-graduates-of-class-74/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Dr. Kazan Receives UCLA Alumni Affairs Bruin Excellence in Civic Engagement Award](https://fire.lacounty.gov/dr-kazan-receives-ucla-alumni-affairs-bruin-excellence-in-civic-engagement-award/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Family Support Group Luncheon with Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone](https://fire.lacounty.gov/family-support-group-luncheon-with-fire-chief-anthony-c-marrone/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LA Rams Team Up with the LACoFD for the Spark of Love Toy Drive](https://fire.lacounty.gov/la-rams-team-up-with-the-lacofd-for-the-spark-of-love-toy-drive/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Fire Hogs MC Presents $24K Check at Family Support Group Luncheon](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-fire-hogs-mc-presents-24k-check-at-family-support-group-luncheon/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Thankful for Our Troops](https://fire.lacounty.gov/thankful-for-our-troops/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Congratulations, Retirees!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-retirees-3/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2023 Vet Day LA](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2023-vet-day-la/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Announces Newly Appointed Deputy Fire Chiefs:  Robert L. Harris and Albert T. Yanagisawa](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-announces-newly-appointed-deputy-fire-chiefs-robert-l-harris-and-albert-t-yanagisawa/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Division II Prescribed Burn Two-Day Event](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-division-ii-prescribed-burn-two-day-event/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Fire Captain Kelliher Receives the Prestigious Aggie Women Network Legacy Award](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-fire-captain-kelliher-receives-the-prestigious-aggie-women-network-legacy-award/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Two LACoFD Explorers Earn the Position of Certified Explorer](https://fire.lacounty.gov/two-lacofd-explorers-earn-the-position-of-certified-explorer/) - #Post Excerpt
- [CERT Graduates](https://fire.lacounty.gov/cert-graduates/) - #Post Excerpt
- [2023 Softball Charitable Giving Tournament](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2023-softball-charitable-giving-tournament/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Team Members Honored by the City of Lakewood](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-team-members-honored-by-the-city-of-lakewood/) - #Post Excerpt
- [FALL 2023 GIRLS’ FIRE CAMP](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fall-2023-girls-fire-camp/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD USAR Canine Team Certificate Presentation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-usar-certificate-presentation/) - #Post Excerpt
- [LACoFD Management Analyst Inna Sarac Honored at 2023 PQA Luncheon!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-management-analyst-inna-sarac-honored-at-2023-pqa-luncheon/) - #Post Excerpt
- [18th Annual Taste of Soul Family Festival](https://fire.lacounty.gov/18th-annual-taste-of-soul-family-festival/) - #Post Excerpt
- [Honoring the Life of LASD Deputy Clinkunbroomer](https://fire.lacounty.gov/honoring-the-life-of-lasd-deputy-clinkunbroomer/) - On Thursday morning, October 5, 2023, a funeral mass was held to honor the life and legacy of County of Los Angeles Sheriff’s Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels in Los Angeles. The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) joined many of Deputy Clinkunbroomer’s family members, friends, and
- [FSA Academy Class 89 Graduation Ceremony!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fsa-academy-class-89-graduation-ceremony/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department held a graduation ceremony for Fire Suppression Aid (FSA) Class 89 on October 6, 2023, at Camp 8 in Malibu. Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone and the FSA training cadre were joined by family and friends to recognize the class for their hard work and dedication to the
- [Woman Gives Birth at Palmdale Gas Station](https://fire.lacounty.gov/woman-gives-birth-at-palmdale-gas-station/) - On Monday, October 2, 2023, County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) 911 Communications Center received an emergency call of a women giving birth at a local gas station in Palmdale. The 911 Communications Center dispatched Fire Station 24. Once on scene, the team found the husband helping his wife delivery their baby in their
- [CA Firefighters Memorial](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ca-firefighters-memorial/) - The California Fire Foundation will host the 21st California Firefighters Memorial Ceremony on Saturday, October 14, 2023, in Sacramento’s Historic Capitol Park. Many fire departments across California will come together to recognize 35 fallen firefighters whose names will be added to the California Firefighters Memorial Wall. Among these names includes County of Los Angeles Fire
- [Congratulations, Retirees!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-retirees-2/) - Congratulations to the following County of Los Angeles Fire Department personnel who recently retired from County service! Best wishes and may each of you have a happy and healthy retirement! June 2023 Assistant Fire Chief Thomas Stukey Fire Fighter Specialist Jeffrey James Fire Fighter Scott Gibbs Fire Fighter Mario Lemos Fire Fighter Timothy Dixon Fire
- [31st Perpetual Fire Prevention Award of Excellence](https://fire.lacounty.gov/31st-perpetual-fire-prevention-award-of-excellence/) - On Thursday, October 12, 2023, County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) Fire Fighter Specialist Joshua Costello was honored as the 31st Perpetual Fire Prevention Award of Excellence recipient. This recognition also coincided with the County’s declaration of October as Fire Prevention Month. Team members of the LACoFD Prevention Division joined County of Los Angeles
- [LACoFD Junior Lifeguard Program Graduates 57 Cadets](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-junior-lifeguard-program-graduates-57-cadets/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) Lifeguard Division’s held a formal graduation ceremony for 57 Junior Lifeguard Program cadets on Saturday, September 30, 2023, at the Lifeguard Division Headquarters in Manhattan Beach. The Junior Lifeguards received a Certificate of Completion and an official County Junior Lifeguard patch for their successful completion of the
- [Congrats, Newly Promoted LACoFD Team Members!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congrats-newly-promoted-lacofd-team-members/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted a promotional ceremony on Wednesday, October 19, 2022, at the Rowland Heights Community Center. Interim Fire Chief Anthony Marrone and the executive staff were joined by Department personnel, family, and friends as 12 individuals received their new badges and identification cards. “On my behalf and the behalf
- [Fire Prevention Engineering Assistant II – Homelessness Spotlight](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-prevention-engineering-assistant-ii-homelessness-spotlight/) - The County of Los Angeles Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand response to help all who are affected. The County is looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance
- [Second Annual First Responders Panel in Partnership with the SG/PRC](https://fire.lacounty.gov/second-annual-first-responders-panel/) - In partnership with the San Gabriel/Pomona Regional Center (SG/PRC), the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) participated in the second annual First Responders Panel. This virtual panel discussion was held on Wednesday, September 20, 2023. LACoFD Dr. Puneet Gupta and Fire Captain Sheila Kelliher were joined by first responders from Los Angeles County Sheriff’s
- [Recruit Class 170 Graduation Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/recruit-class-170-graduation-ceremony/) - On September 22, 2023, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) held a formal graduation ceremony to celebrate the members of Recruit Class 170 at the Cecil R. Gehr Memorial Combat Training Center at headquarters in East Los Angeles. Family and friends of the recruit class were joined by Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone,
- [LACoFD Joins Annual Antelope Valley Fair!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-joins-annual-antelope-valley-fair/) - On Friday, September 22, 2023, the annual Antelope Valley Fair & Alfalfa Festival opened its doors for family fun, food, exhibits and much more! The County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Community, Outreach, Recruitment, Diversity, and Inclusion (CORDI) Section and Lifeguard Division recruitment teams, Communications Section, Prevention Division, and Forestry Division joined firefighters stationed
- [2023 IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/iaff-fallen-ff-memorial/) - The 2023 International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial ceremony honored five County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) fallen heroes: • Fire Captain Brian Levasseur • Fire Captain Steven McCann • Fire Captain Arn Tretsven • Fire Fighter Specialist Tory Carlon • Fire Fighter Jonathan Flagler Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone
- [LACoFD and LAFD Remember 9/11](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-and-lafd-remember-9-11/) - This year marks the 22nd anniversary of the attacks on the World Trade Center in New York, the Pentagon in Washington D.C. and the airplane crash in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. On that tragic day, the lives of nearly 3,000 Americans were lost. Among those taken were 343 firefighters from the New York City Fire Department and
- [Fire Captain David Caballero Honored as Pomona Optimist Firefighter of the Year](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-captain-david-caballero-honored-as-pomona-optimist-firefighter-of-the-year/) - On Thursday, August 24, 2023, County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) Fire Captain David Caballero was honored as the Pomona Optimist Firefighter of the Year. The Annual Respect for Public Safety Dinner was held at Fuego Cocina and Cantina located in Downtown Pomona. Captain Caballero is a 29-year member of the Department and has
- [PTI Paramedic Class 264 Graduation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/pti-paramedic-class-264-graduation/) - On Thursday, September 14, 2023, six members of Paramedic Training Institute (PTI) Class 264 were recognized with a formal graduation ceremony for successfully completing the paramedic program. Members of the County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Executive Team and Training and Emergency Medical Services Bureau presented each graduate with a certificate of completion at
- [Meet the New CORDI Section Manager, Shawna Lewis!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/meet-the-new-cordi-section-manager-shawna-lewis/) - In this edition of Size-Up, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department is spotlighting the recent promotion of Shawna Lewis. Ms. Lewis officially began her role as the Community, Outreach, Recruitment, Diversity, and Inclusion’s (CORDI) Section Manager on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. With over 17 years of County service, Ms. Lewis brings a wealth of
- [2023 Aircraft Media Day: Preparing for Upcoming Wildfire Season](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2023-aircraft-media-day-preparing-for-upcoming-wildfire-season/) - On the morning of Thursday, September 14, 2023, County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone hosted the annual contract aircraft media day at the Van Nuys Airport Air Tanker Base. Chief Marrone was joined by David Brulotte, Delegate General for the Government of Québec; Cody Tubbs from Southern California Edison;
- [LACoFD Joins READY Long Beach](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-joins-ready-long-beach/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) participated in the annual READY Long Beach, a Disaster Preparedness event, on Saturday, September 9, 2023, at California State University, Long Beach’s Walter Pyramid. The Department’s Communication Section’s Public Education team, including the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), along with the Community Outreach, Recruitment, Diversity, and Inclusion
- [LACoFD Helps Rollings Hills Estates Homes Impacted by Landslide](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-helps-rollings-hills-estates-homes-impacted-by-landslide/) - On Saturday, August 19, 2023, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) specially trained Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) team and fire suppression aids (FSA) removed hazardous products and personal items from red-tagged homes in Rolling Hills Estates. These team members worked diligently, with the support of Los Angeles County Public Works, to remove
- [LACoFD Peer Support Spotlight!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-peer-support-spotlight/) - (left to right) Canines Jackson, Ember, Bruno, Milo, Ava, Tiller and Echo. In recognition of National Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) is proud to spotlight the Wellness Division’s Peer Support Section for its essential role in Departmental operations and more importantly the wellbeing of the individuals in-
- [Tropical Story Hilary](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tropical-story-hilary/) - Tropical Storm Hilary brought record-breaking rainfall across the County of Los Angeles, causing flooded roads, mudslides, and rockslides, from Sunday, August 20, to Monday, August 21, 2023. The North Region was greatly impacted by Tropical Storm Hilary and kept County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) firefighters, along with its Air and Wildland Division, busy
- [CA-TF2 Canine Teams Return Home from Maui](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ca-tf2-canine-teams-return-home-from-maui/) - County of Los Angeles Fire Department California Task Force 2 (CA-TF2) Urban Search and Rescue canine teams, activated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, returned home on Friday, August 25, 2023, after a 13-day deployment to Maui, Hawaii. We express our gratitude to Fire Captain Celina Serrano and K-9, Prentiss, Fire Firefighter Paramedic Edward Ruiz
- [Annual Cancer Awareness Cycling Ride](https://fire.lacounty.gov/annual-cancer-awareness-cycling-ride/) - In honor of fallen County of Los Angeles Fire Captains Ken Renz and Ed Dahlen’s legacy, the Fire Velo Cycling Club rode over 500-miles from San Francisco to Santa Monica Pier in Los Angeles. As the eleven cyclists traveled from the northern to southern California, they stopped to pay tribute to the active and retired
- [Remembering Captain Ted Hall & Fire Fighter Specialist Arnie Quinones](https://fire.lacounty.gov/remembering-captain-ted-hall-fire-fighter-specialist-arnie-quinones/) - Wednesday, August 30, 2023, marked the 14-year anniversary of the line of duty deaths of Fire Captain Tedmund “Ted” Hall and Fire Fighter Specialist (FFS) Arnaldo “Arnie” Quinones. Captain Hall and FFS Quinones made the ultimate sacrifice while battling the Station Fire at Camp 16. The team was assisting with fire suppression when their vehicle
- [Department Hosts Promotional Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/department-hosts-promotional-ceremony-2/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department held a formal promotional ceremony to honor newly promoted personnel. This ceremonial celebration was held at the Hacienda Heights Community Center on Thursday, August 24, 2023. The Executive Team was joined by family and friends to congratulate twenty-six team members as they received their new badges and identification
- [USAR Canine Teams Activated to Assist in the Aftermath of Maui Wildfires](https://fire.lacounty.gov/usar-canine-teams-activated-to-assist-in-the-aftermath-of-maui-wildfires/) - On Saturday, August 12, 2023, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) activated the County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD’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 last week. Fire Captain Celina Serrano and K9, Prentiss;
- [2023 NAEMT/Velico Paramedic of the Year!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2023-naemt-velico-paramedic-of-the-year/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) is proud to recognize Fire Fighter Paramedic (FFPM) Richard “Ricky” Battle for earning the 2023 National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT)/Velico Paramedic of the Year award. FFPM Battle will formally be honored at the NAEMT annual meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana during the week of September
- [CORDI Section and Lifeguard Division Recruitment Team Spotlight](https://fire.lacounty.gov/cordi-section-and-lifeguard-division-recruitment-team-spotlight/) - For those ready to Join Our Team and Live the Dream, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Community Outreach, Recruitment, Diversity, and Inclusion (CORDI) Section, and Lifeguard Division recruitment teams are actively participating in recruitment and community engagement events. These dynamic groups provide information to individuals interested in joining our dedicated team of
- [Glen Allen Fire – 30 Years Later](https://fire.lacounty.gov/glen-allen-fire-30-years-later/) - Sunday, August 20, 2023, marks the 30-year anniversary of the tragic line-of-duty deaths of County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) Fire Suppression Aids (FSAs) Arthur Ruezga and Christopher Herman who lost their lives battling the Glen Allen Fire. In honor of FSAs Ruezga and Herman’s memory and legacy, LACoFD personnel will participate in an
- [LACoFD Fire Explorer Orientation Weekend!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-fire-explorer-orientation-weekend/) - On the weekend of August 12-13, 2023, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Fire Explorer Program held a two-day Orientation for over 130 new Explorers at the Cecil R. Gehr Fire Combat Training Center. Explorers arrived early Saturday morning to receive their equipment and begin learning what it takes to be a LACoFD
- [HHMD Hazardous Materials Specialists Graduate!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/hhmd-hazardous-materials-specialists-graduate/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Health Hazardous Materials Division (HHMD) graduated a class of three hazardous materials specialists from the HHMD training academy. The Department’s newest hazardous materials specialists completed ten weeks of training prior to earning their promotions and participating in a swearing in ceremony on Thursday, August 10, 2023. Acting
- [Congratulations, Retirees!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-retirees_2023/) - By Layla Romero Congratulations to the County of Los Angeles Fire Department employees who retired from County service between December 2022 and May 2023! The LACoFD wishes each of our retirees a happy and healthy retirement! December 2022 Lifeguard Services Captain Theresa Connelly Fire Fighter Michael Noriega January 2023 Forestry Assistant Chief Michael Takeshita James
- [LACoFD and LAFD Partner with Kidde for Operation Save-A-Life](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-and-lafd-partner-with-kidde-for-operation-save-a-life/) - By Heidi Oliva-Luna Photos by Douglas Morrison County of Los Angeles Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone participated in a joint news conference with ABC7, the Los Angeles City Fire Chief Kristen Crowley, along with representatives from Kidde and My Safe LA, on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, for the Operation Save-A-Life campaign. Operation Save-A-Life is a
- [LACoFD Teaches Hands-Only CPR at National Night Out Events](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-at-national-night-out-events/) - By Kaelyn Floyd Photos by Kaelyn Floyd and Douglas Morrison The County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Emergency Operations Bureaus participated in several 2023 National Night Out events held on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. Battalion chiefs, fire captains, firefighters, and community services liaisons from various fire stations partnered with their fellow public safety officers
- [2023 Lifeguard Medal of Valor Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2023-lifeguard-medal-of-valor-ceremony/) - By Kaelyn Floyd Photos by Douglas Morrison On Wednesday, August 2, 2023, six deserving individuals from the County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Lifeguard Division were recognized at the annual Lifeguard Medal of Valor Dinner for their extraordinary acts of heroism and remarkable service. This ceremonial dinner was held at the King Harbor Yacht
- [Mission Lifeline Gold Plus Award](https://fire.lacounty.gov/mission-lifeline-gold-plus-award/) - By Kaelyn Floyd The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) was honored with the American Heart Association’s (AHA) 2023 Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold Plus Award. This is the seventh year in a row that the LACoFD has earned this distinguished award! The Training and Emergency Medical Services Bureau team has constantly gone above and
- [2023 Bear Classic](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2023-bear-classic/) - By Heidi Oliva-Luna Photos by Local 1014 On Thursday, July 20, 2023, County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) teams joined together at the 2023 Bear Classic for a day of fun, competition, and fire family. Thanks to the IAFF Local 1014, families were treated to a delicious BBQ lunch, fun activities for the kids,
- [Fire Museum Retiree Celebration](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-museum-retiree-celebration/) - By Layla Romero Photos by Douglas Morrison The Los Angeles County Fire Museum hosted the annual retiree luncheon in partnership with many of the County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) affiliated associations on Thursday, July 18, 2023. This celebratory event, held at the Los Angeles County Fire Museum in Bellflower, was made possible thanks
- [Happy Retirement!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/happy-retirement/) - Congratulations to all the Los Angeles County Fire Department retirees who recently retired from County service! May you all have a healthy and happy retirement. September 2022 Retirees Fire Captain William Foltz, East Operations Bureau Fire Captain Derek Mills, Central Operations Bureau Fire Fighter Specialist Kenneth Bush, Central Operations Bureau Fire Fighter Specialist Jeffrey Payne,
- [Congressmember Grace Napolitano Honors First Responders](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congressmember-grace-napolitano-honors-first-responders/) - On Wednesday, June 28, 2023, United States Congressmember Grace Napolitano, representing the 31st District of California, held her annual First Responders Legislative Breakfast at the Grace T. Black Auditorium in El Monte. Congressmember Napolitano is a proud supporter of fire and law enforcement agencies. Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone spoke at the event and provided
- [Lifeguard Division Teaches Hands-Only CPR at Pier 360 Festival](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lifeguard-division-teaches-hands-only-cpr-at-pier-360-festival/) - On the weekend of June 24 and 25, 2023, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Lifeguard Division hosted a booth with Hands-Only CPR demonstrations at the annual Santa Monica Pier 360 Beach Festival. The Pier 360 Festival unites the community through a love for the beach with surf-racing competitions, live music, games, food, and
- [QRF News Conference with OCFA, VCFD & SCE](https://fire.lacounty.gov/qrf-news-conference-with-ocfa-vcfd-sce/) - On Monday, July 10, 2023, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) participated in a joint news conference with the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA), Ventura County Fire Department (VCFD), Coulson Aviation, and Southern California Edison (SCE) at the Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area in Irwindale. The news conference featured a live demonstration to
- [Remembering 19 Courageous Members of the Granite Mountain Hotshots](https://fire.lacounty.gov/remembering-19-courageous-granite-mountain-hotshots/) - Friday, June 30, 2023, marked the tenth anniversary of the 19 Granite Mountain Hotshots who died battling the 2013 Yarnell Hill Fire in Arizona. The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) participated in “19 Seconds of Silence” at exactly 4:42 p.m. during a remembrance ceremony hosted by the Kevin Woyjeck Explorers for Life Association
- [LACoFD Promotes Fireworks Safety for Fourth of July](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-promotes-fireworks-safety-for-fourth-of-july/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) participated in two Fourth of July holiday safety news conferences to promote fireworks safety and encourage community members to attend professional fireworks shows. On Tuesday, June 20, 2023, LACoFD Assistant Fire Chief Patrick Sprengel participated in the annual Santa Clarita fireworks safety news conference with the Los Angeles
- [Pride Towers Unveiled at Ginger Rogers Beach](https://fire.lacounty.gov/pride-towers-unveiled-at-ginger-rogers-beach/) - On Saturday, June 17, 2023, County of Los Angeles Third District Supervisor Lindsey Horvath, along with the ONE Archives Foundation, hosted an event to present the newly painted lifeguard Towers 17 and 18 at Ginger Rogers Beach in celebration of Pride Month. Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone joined team members from the Department, Beaches and
- [Department Hosts Promotional Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/department-hosts-promotional-ceremony/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department held a promotional ceremony on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at the Hacienda Heights Community Center to recognize recently promoted personnel. The Executive team joined family and friends to honor the 19 team members as they were presented with their new badges and identification cards from Fire Chief Anthony
- [The Premiere of NBC's LA Fire & Rescue](https://fire.lacounty.gov/the-premiere-of-nbcs-la-fire-rescue/) - The new NBC show LA Fire & Rescue, featuring County of Los Angeles firefighters, premiered on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at 8:00 p.m. (PT). On its first night, LA Fire & Rescue was rated number one across all demos! This docuseries gives a unique overview of the professional and personal lives of first responders and
- [ECTC Hosts Explorer Disaster Drill](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ectc-hosts-explorer-disaster-drill/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s East County Training Center (ECTC) in Pomona hosted this year’s Explorer Disaster Drill on Saturday, June 10, 2023. Dozens of Explorers received training on a variety of skills, including hose advancement, extinguishing a vehicle fire, auto extrication, wildland firefighting, and exposure to Haz Mat and Urban Search and
- [LACoFD Unveils New HeloPod](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-unveils-new-helopod/) - Photos by Edith Lai, LACoFD Public Information Office The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD), in partnership with California Water Service (Cal Water) and the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, commissioned a new HeloPod firefighting dip source and cistern on Tuesday, June 20, 2023. The new HeloPod is available just in time for the wildfire-prone
- [Congratulations, OL Academy 40 Graduates!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-ol-academy-40-graduates/) - Thirty-three members of the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Lifeguard Division’s Ocean Lifeguard Academy 40 formally graduated on Friday, June 9, 2023. The graduation ceremony was held at the Dockweiler Youth Center in Playa del Rey. Acting Chief Deputy Jon O’Brien addressed the graduating class and presented them with their official identification cards. Family
- [LACoFD Joins West Hollywood Pride Celebration!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-joins-west-hollywood-pride-celebration/) - On Saturday, June 4, 2023, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone was joined by the Executive Team, along with Department personnel in kicking-off the West Hollywood Pride Parade. Team members had the opportunity to meet and greet event spectators who lined the sidewalks to celebrate inclusion and acceptance while
- [2023 Countywide Sidewalk CPR Day](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2023-countywide-sidewalk-cpr-day/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) partnered with the Los Angeles County Emergency Medical Services Agency and the American Heart Association to host a Countywide Sidewalk CPR Day news conference on Monday June 5, 2023, at the Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration. The event featured numerous County agencies promoting heart health and emphasizing the
- [PTI Class 263 Graduation Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/pti-class-263-graduation-ceremony/) - On Thursday, June 15, 2023, members of Paramedic Training Institute (PTI) Class 263 were recognized for their accomplishments in a formal graduation ceremony. The County of Los Angeles Fire Department held the graduation ceremony at El Camino Community College in Torrance. Family and friends of the five graduates attended the ceremony to celebrate these firefighters.
- [HHMD Student Worker Receives CA EMS Medal of Valor](https://fire.lacounty.gov/hhmd-student-worker-receives-ca-ems-medal-of-valor/) - On Tuesday, May 23, 2023, Menachem “Mendy” Boganim, a student worker in the Health Hazardous Materials Division, received a prestigious Medal of Valor at the 2022 California EMS Awards Ceremony which was held at the Los Angeles County Fire Museum in Bellflower. Mendy is currently earning his bachelor’s degree and working toward becoming a nurse
- [East Regional Operations Bureau’s Fire Service Day](https://fire.lacounty.gov/erob-fire-service-day/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department’s (LACoFD) East Regional Operations Bureau hosted the final Fire Service Day of the year at Whittier City Hall on Saturday, May 20, 2023. This Fire Service Day event emphasized community safety with demonstrations from the LACoFD and Whittier Police Department. Event participants had the opportunity to enjoy a
- [2023 Firefighters’ Memorial Service Honors Fire Captain Steven McCann](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2023-firefighters-memorial-service-honors-fire-captain-steven-mccann/) - On Tuesday, May 30, 2023, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) honored fallen firefighters at its annual Firefighters’ Memorial Service at Department headquarters. Each year, the LACoFD honors fallen first responders with a formal service. Every name on the wall is read out loud, followed by the ringing of the bell in remembrance of
- [2023 LACoFD Girls’ Fire Camp](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2023-lacofd-girls-fire-camp/) - On Saturday, May 20, 2023, dozens of youth between the ages of 10-18 years old participated in this year's Girls' Fire Camp. Held in partnership with the Women’s Fire League, the all-day event was hosted at the County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s headquarters. During the event, experienced firefighters guided the participants through hands-on activities
- [Fire Hogs Host 7th Annual Firefighter Memorial Ride](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-hogs-host-7th-annual-firefighter-memorial-ride/) - Organized by the Fire Hogs, this year's Seventh Annual Firefighter Memorial Ride, benefitting the Los Angeles County Firefighter Widows & Orphans Fund, took place on Saturday, May 20, 2023. Starting at Fire Station 126 in Valencia and ending in Canyon Country, the heartfelt event pays tribute to the courageous heroes who risk their lives to
- [LACoFD Partners with WRC for Sirens of Silence Event](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-partners-with-wrc-for-sirens-of-silence-event/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) partnered with Westside Regional Center (WRC) on Saturday, May 20, 2023, to host the Sirens of Silence event, “A Day with First Responders”. This sensory-friendly event welcomed families who have loved ones with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other special needs to meet and engage with public safety
- [$25K Grant Check Presented to Firefighter Cancer Support Network](https://fire.lacounty.gov/25k-grant-check-presented-to-firefighter-cancer-support-network/) - On Thursday, May 25, 2023, a $25,000 “Homes for Heroes” grant from Keller Williams Realty was presented to the Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN), a resource available to County of Los Angeles Fire Department personnel who have been diagnosed with cancer. The check presentation took place at Fire Station 28 in the City of Whittier.
- [Fire Service Days 2023](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-service-days-2023/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department's (LACoFD) fire stations opened their doors for the annual Countywide Open House on Saturday, May 6, 2023. On that same day, Fire Station 129 in Lancaster and Fire Station 158 in Gardena held their regional Fire Service Days. Community members had the opportunity to visit their neighborhood fire stations,
- [LACoFD Joins LA County Day at the Fair](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-joins-la-county-day-at-the-fair/) - On Saturday, May 6, 2023, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) joined other departments and agencies for County Day at the annual Los Angeles County Fair. This year's fair marked its 101st anniversary with the theme, "Spring into Fair". Each year, various Departments set up interactive booths to teach about the services and resources
- [2023 Women’s Lifeguard Prep Academy](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2023-womens-lifeguard-prep-academy/) - During the weekend of May 6 and 7, 2023, the Lifeguard Division, in partnership with the Women’s Fire League, hosted its second annual Women’s Lifeguard Prep Academy. The event took place at Dockweiler Youth Center in Playa del Rey. Dozens of participants joined in this two-day event where they learned what it takes to become
- [LACoFD Appreciates its Nurses](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-appreciates-its-nurses/) - The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors proclaimed May 6-12, 2023, as “Nurse Recognition Week” throughout the County. During this week, the County honored outstanding nurse representatives from the Fire Department as well as those from the Departments of Health Services, Public Health, and Mental Health. Registered nurses play a vital role in the delivery
- [LACoFD Captain Honored at National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-captain-honored-at-national-fallen-firefighters-memorial-weekend/) - Every year, the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) pays tribute to fallen firefighters who died in the line of duty during the previous year. This annual ceremony honors the lives, heroism, and accomplishments of our fallen. During the weekend of May 6 and 7, 2023, the NFFF hosted its 42nd National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend
- [Time for 2023 Fire Service Days!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-hosts-2023-fire-service-days/) - On Saturday, May 6, 2023, the Los Angeles County Fire Department’s (LACoFD) fire stations will roll up their doors and welcome residents as part of the annual Countywide Open House. Residents are encouraged to drop by and visit their neighborhood fire stations for a tour of the facilities, to see and touch fire apparatus, and
- [Congratulations Ocean Lifeguard Academy 39 Graduates!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-ocean-lifeguard-academy-39-graduates/) - On Thursday, May 4, 2023, the Los Angeles County Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Lifeguard Division held a formal graduation ceremony for Ocean Lifeguard Academy (OLA) 39 at Dockweiler State Beach’s Youth Center in Playa Del Rey. Family and friends joined Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone, the Executive team, and the OLA cadre to honor the 45
- [LACoFD Hosts Second Annual Sirens of Silence Community Event, A Special Day with First Responders](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-hosts-second-annual-sirens-of-silence-community-event-a-special-day-with-first-responders/) - On Saturday, April 29, 2023, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) partnered with the San Gabriel/Pomona Regional Center (SG/PRC) to host its second annual Sirens of Silence event, “A Special Day with First Responders.” Taking place on the last weekend of Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month (April), the sensory-friendly event welcomed families who have
- [Anthony C. Marrone Officially Sworn-In as LACoFD's Tenth Fire Chief](https://fire.lacounty.gov/anthony-c-marrone-officially-sworn-in-as-lacofds-tenth-fire-chief/) - The County of Los Angeles Board of Supervisors presided over the official swearing-in of Anthony C. Marrone as the County’s tenth Fire Chief during a formal ceremony held at the Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration on Monday, April 24, 2023. Family, friends, colleagues, and community members watched as Chief Marrone took the oath of office
- [Congratulations, FSA Class 88!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-fsa-class-88/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) honored 32 Fire Suppression Aids (FSA) with a graduation ceremony on Friday, April 7, 2023, at Camp 2 in La Canada Flintridge for their successful completion of the FSA Academy. Family and friends celebrated as members of FSA Class 88 received certificates from LACoFD Fire Chief Anthony C.
- [Celebrating National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/celebrating-national-public-safety-telecommunicators-week/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) proudly celebrated “National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week” which is held annually during the second week of April. This year’s week-long celebration took place from April 9-15, 2023. The LACoFD celebrated the accomplishments and service of the Command and Control Division (CCD) team members who staff our 9-1-1 dispatch
- [Peer Support First Quarter 2023 Training](https://fire.lacounty.gov/peer-support-first-quarter-2023-training/) - On Thursday, April 13, 2023, the Los Angeles County Fire Department hosted its Peer Support First Quarter Training at the Fire Museum in Bellflower. Dozens of team members attended the all-day event. A special thank you to the First Responder Children’s Foundation for their presentation and many thanks to Local 1014 and the Wellness Division
- [LACoFD Lifeguards Present at Aerospace Valley Career Fair](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-lifeguards-present-at-aerospace-valley-career-fair/) - Written by the Lifeguard Division. The Los Angeles County Fire Department's (LACoFD) Lifeguard Division presented at the Aerospace Valley Career Fair which was held at the Air Force Plant Hangar 42 in Palmdale on Friday, March 10, 2023. The Lifeguard Division brought Lifeguard Rescue Units (LRU) Recruit 1 and Sonar 1, complete with Marine Technical
- [First LACoFD Retirement Luncheon at HQ](https://fire.lacounty.gov/first-annual-lacofd-inaugural-retirement-luncheon/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) held its inaugural retirement celebration luncheon on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at Department headquarters. LACoFD Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone, Battalion Chief Chad Sourbeer, and Fire Captain Sheila Kelliher were joined by Department team members, families, and friends to properly honor recently retired personnel for their many years
- [LACoFD USAR Team Provides Assistance in Mammoth](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-usar-team-provides-assistance-in-mammoth/) - Six members of the County of Los Angeles Fire Department's Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) team were deployed as Type 1 resources by the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services in March. The USAR team members were deployed to assist the Mammoth Lakes Fire Department as they dealt with the effects of heavy snow fall
- [New, Permanent “Sirens of Silence” Lifeguard Tower Promotes Autism & Special Needs Awareness](https://fire.lacounty.gov/new-permanent-sirens-of-silence-lifeguard-tower-promotes-autism-special-needs-awareness/) - On Monday, March 27, 2023, Fourth District County Supervisor and Chair Janice Hahn, along with team members from the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) and the Department of Beaches and Harbors (DBH), joined volunteers to kick-off painting a new specially themed lifeguard tower on Torrance Beach (near Paseo de la Playa). “Cesar Chavez
- [“The Aviator” Sculpture Re-Dedicated on Anniversary of FFPM Langley's Death](https://fire.lacounty.gov/the-aviator-sculpture-re-dedicated-on-anniversary-of-ffpm-langleys-death/) - On Friday, March 24, 2023, a re-dedication ceremony of “The Aviator” sculpture was held at the Los Angeles County Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Barton Heliport in Pacoima to honor the 30-year anniversary of the line-of-duty death of Fire Fighter Paramedic (FFPM) Jeffrey M. Langley. The sculpture was originally created in remembrance of the life and service
- [HHMD Hosts Girl Scout Troop 8474](https://fire.lacounty.gov/hhmd-hosts-girl-scout-troop-8474/) - The County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s Health Hazardous Materials Division (HHMD) recently hosted eight members of Girl Scout Troop 8474 on Friday, March 10, 2023. The Girl Scouts visited as part of a project to meet with women leaders in various professions. The troop met with Assistant Chiefs Karen Codding and Teresa Quiaoit to
- [Supervisor Horvath Honors OLS Gevorg Akopyan for Heroic Deed](https://fire.lacounty.gov/supervisor-horvath-honors-ols-gevorg-akopyan-for-heroic-deed/) - Recently, Third District Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath presented Ocean Lifeguard Specialist Gevorg Akopyan with a scroll for stepping into help a mother and her two-year-old son when a woman suddenly grabbed the little boy and attempted to run off with him. The incident took place on February 7, 2023, as OLS Akopyan was
- [LACoFD Acting Chief Deputy of Business Ops Honored at Women Leaders Event](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-acting-chief-deputy-of-business-ops-honored-at-women-leaders-event/) - Congratulations to Acting Chief Deputy of Business Operations, Theresa Barrera, for being honored at the second annual Los Angeles County Women Leaders Appreciation event! The recognition ceremony, hosted by the Los Angeles County Asian American Employees, Hispanic Managers, and African-American Employees Associations, was held on Thursday, March 16, 2023, at Patriotic Hall in downtown Los
- [Firefighters Receive Tactical Thermal Imaging Training](https://fire.lacounty.gov/firefighters-receive-tactical-thermal-imaging-training/) - During the week of March 12, 2023, twenty-five (25) County of Los Angeles firefighters received 32 hours of tactical thermal imaging training. The training focused on an in-depth understanding of the thermal imaging camera and how to use it during fires as well as search and rescue operations. Taught by a cadre from Insight Fire
- [LACoFD Joins Whittier City Council to Recognize Boy Who Saved Mom’s Life](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-joins-whittier-city-council-to-recognize-boy-who-saved-moms-life/) - On Tuesday, March 14, 2023, County of Los Angeles Fire Chief Anthony Marrone, along with several members of the Department, joined the Whittier City Council in honoring six-year-old Fabian Gomez. The recognition ceremony for Fabian's heroic action took place during a city council meeting. Fabian helped his mother, Kim, by calling 9-1-1 when she was
- [Congressmember Norma Torres Presents Grant-Funded Check to LACoFD](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congressmember-norma-torres-presents-grant-funded-check-to-lacofd/) - Congressmember Norma Torres took a brief tour of Los Angeles County Fire Station 182 in the City of Pomona on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, before presenting a check to the Department; the check is funding from a grant that will be used to purchase life-saving devices. In April 2022, the County of Los Angeles Fire
- [Recruit Academy 169 Graduates](https://fire.lacounty.gov/recruit-academy-169-graduates/) - On Wednesday, March 8, 2023, a formal graduation ceremony was held at the Cecil R. Gehr Training Center, located at Department headquarters. The graduation ceremony celebrated the 33 members of Recruit Academy 169 who successfully completed their training and were presented with their firefighter badge. The probationary firefighters enjoyed the graduation with their family and
- [2023 Women’s Fire Prep Academy Opening Day](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2023-womens-fire-prep-academy-opening-day/) - After being postponed for a week, the Los Angeles County Fire Department officially held its 2023 Women’s Prep Academy (WFPA) opening day on Saturday, March 4, at Department headquarters. The WFPA cadre greeted 129 enthusiastic candidates who competed for a spot in the seventh academy that will take place for the next five consecutive Saturdays
- [LACoFD Celebrates Women's History Month](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-celebrates-womens-history-month-2/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) proudly recognizes and celebrates Women’s History Month every year during the month of March and International Women’s Day on March 8! This year, the Department is spotlighting the remarkable contributions of the women who make up the Women’s Fire Prep Academy (WFPA) cadre led by Battalion Chief Sara
- [Future Fire Chief of German County Trains with LACoFD](https://fire.lacounty.gov/future-fire-chief-of-german-county-trains-with-lacofd/) - For three weeks, Fire Brigade Officer Mike Hengstler from the County Breisgua-Hochschwarzwald, located in southern Germany (close to the border of France and Switzerland), trained with the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) to complete a portion of the requirements needed to become the next fire chief in his district. By completing the training from
- [Board of Supervisors Appoints Anthony C. Marrone as Los Angeles County Fire Chief](https://fire.lacounty.gov/board-of-supervisors-appoints-anthony-c-marrone-as-los-angeles-county-fire-chief/) - The County of Los Angeles Board of Supervisors appointed Anthony C. Marrone to serve as the tenth Fire Chief of the County of Los Angeles Fire Department, effective Tuesday, February 28, 2023. After serving as the Interim Fire Chief for more than 11 months, Chief Marrone steps into the permanent role. With more than 37
- [LACoFD Fire Explorers Complete CPR Training](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-fire-explorers-complete-cpr-training/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) held two Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) trainings for its Explorer Program participants on Saturdays, February 11 and 18, 2023, at LACoFD headquarters. Over 30 Explorers successfully completed a one-day training, earning themselves a CPR certification. So far, the Explorers have completed a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and CPR
- [PTI Class 262 Graduation Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/pti-class-262-graduation-ceremony/) - Four Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) firefighters officially graduated from the Paramedic Training Institute (PTI) on Thursday, February 23, 2023. The formal graduation ceremony was held at El Camino Community College in Torrance. Family and friends joined Deputy Chief Robert Harris in congratulating these deserving individuals for their hard work and perseverance. The new
- [Dignitaries & Officials Pay Visits to Thank LACoFD for its Participation in the Emergency Response Abroad](https://fire.lacounty.gov/dignitaries-officials-pay-visits-to-thank-lacofd-for-its-participation-in-the-emergency-response-abroad/) - United States Fire Administrator, Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell, visited and took a brief tour of the Los Angeles County Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Air Operations and Technical Operations Sections’ facility on Sunday, February 12, 2023. Interim Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone and Acting Chief Deputy Jon O’Brien provided Dr. Moore-Merrell with an update on the deployment of
- [LACoFD Welcomes Home USA-2 After Deployment to Turkey](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-welcomes-home-usa-2-after-deployment-to-turkey/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Urban Search and Rescue Team (USAR) team, known internationally as USA-2, returned home in the early morning hours of Tuesday, February 21, 2023, after a 14-day deployment to Turkey. With family members and LACoFD personnel present, the heartwarming homecoming took place at the LACoFD facility in Pacoima. After
- [LACoFD Teen CERT Member Honored for Heroism & Bravery](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-teen-cert-member-honored-for-heroism-bravery/) - On Tuesday, January 24, 2023, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) and the City of Gardena honored LACoFD Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) member, 17-year-old Matthew Groveunder, for utilizing his CERT life-saving skills during an ATV incident last year. LACoFD Assistant Fire Chief Brian Bennett joined Gardena Mayor Tasha Cerda and the Gardena City
- [Explorers Complete CERT Training](https://fire.lacounty.gov/explorers-complete-cert-training/) - More than 50 Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Fire Explorers completed the 20-hour Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training and earned a certificate of completion on Saturday, January 28, 2023. The Department held a special CERT completion ceremony for parents and guardians to attend. For three consecutive Saturdays, beginning January 14 to January 28,
- [LACoFD's USAR Team Deployed to Turkey by USAID's BHA](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofds-usar-team-deployed-to-turkey-by-usaids-bha/) - On Monday, February 6, 2023, the Los Angeles County Fire Department's (LACoFD) Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) team, known internationally as USA-2, was deployed by the United States Agency on International Development's (USAID) Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) to assist with life-saving efforts in Turkey, following a series of destructive earthquakes impacting the country since
- [City of Claremont Honors Good Samaritans & LACoFD](https://fire.lacounty.gov/city-of-claremont-honors-good-samaritans-lacofd/) - On Thursday, February 2, 2023, the City of Claremont presented three lifesaving awards to patrons of the Claremont Club. These good Samaritans administered cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and used an automated external defibrillator (AED) on another club member who suffered cardiac arrest. Firefighters from Engine 64 and Squad 101 attended the award ceremony and had assisted
- [LACoFD Participates in 38th Annual Kingdom Day Parade](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-participates-in-38th-annual-kingdom-day-parade/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) participated in the 38th annual Kingdom Day Parade on Monday, January 16, 2023, and has proudly done so every year since its inception. This year’s theme was “Making America the Last Best Hope of the World”. Interim Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone was joined by the executive team,
- [LACoFD Hosts CCCA Dinner/Business Meeting](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-hosts-ccca-dinner-business-meeting/) - On Wednesday, January 18, 2023, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted a dinner/business meeting for the California Contract Cities Association (CCCA) at the Los Angeles County Fire Museum in Bellflower. This year’s theme was “A Night at the Fire Museum, Celebrating 100 Years of Service”. Los Angeles County Fourth District Supervisor Janice Hahn,
- [50+ Years Later: A Joyful Reunion Between Rescued Toddler & Firefighters](https://fire.lacounty.gov/50-years-later-a-joyful-reunion-between-rescued-toddler-firefighters/) - On Sunday, January 22, 2023, more than five decades after then-toddler Alycia Jo Hernandez fell down a 15-foot-deep hole in Lomita, she was reunited with the first responders who rescued her. This special reunion took place at the Los Angeles County Fire Museum in Bellflower. Alycia Jo was emotional when she finally met former Los
- [2022 Breaks LACoFD Record for Daily Average of 9-1-1 Calls](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2022-breaks-lacofd-record-for-daily-average-of-9-1-1-calls/) - For the first time, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) received more than 1,200 9-1-1 calls on average every day during 2022; the daily average amounted to 1,226 calls for help. And throughout 2022, Dispatch received a total of 447,210 calls compared to 421,740 in 2021; an increase of 5.8% (25,970). During the year,
- [Spark of Love Toy Drive Completes 30th Year](https://fire.lacounty.gov/spark-of-love-toy-drive-completes-30th-year/) - The 2023 ABC7 Spark of Love campaign has officially come to an end! Over the past 30 years, this campaign has generously given gifts to many young individuals in Southern California, amounting to nearly ten million toys and sports equipment donations. This year, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD), in partnership with ABC7, distributed
- [One Year Later: We Remember FF Jonathan Flagler](https://fire.lacounty.gov/one-year-later-we-remember-ff-jonathan-flagler/) - Friday, January 6, 2023, marked the one-year anniversary of the line-of-duty death of Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Fire Fighter Jonathan Flagler. On that day, the LACoFD paid tribute to FF Flagler by broadcasting an “All Call” message. Fourth District County Supervisor Janice Hahn and the LACoFD Executive Team joined team members at Fire
- [Two LACoFD Junior Lifeguards Honored for Saving Father's Life](https://fire.lacounty.gov/two-lacofd-junior-lifeguards-honored-for-saving-fathers-life/) - On Tuesday, January 10, 2023, the City of Hermosa Beach recognized 15-year-old James and 13-year-old Jackson (Jack) Lowrey at the start of its council meeting for heroically springing into action on the evening of September 13, 2022, after their father, Jim, suffered full cardiac arrest and went unconscious at their family home. Both trained in
- [Congrats to the LACoFD's Newly Promoted Team Members!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congrats-to-the-lacofds-newly-promoted-team-members/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department held its final promotional ceremony of 2022 on Wednesday, December 21, at the Hacienda Heights Community Center. Family and friends applauded as Interim Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone presented 23 team members with new badges to commemorate their promotion. “On behalf of myself and the Executive team, congratulations! We
- [LA Rams Team Up with LACoFD for Spark of Love](https://fire.lacounty.gov/la-rams-team-up-with-lacofd-for-spark-of-love/) - On Thursday, December 22, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) partnered with the Los Angeles Rams and the First Responder Children’s Foundation to distribute toys at ABC7’s Spark of Love event at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood. This event brought big and bright smiles to the faces of approximately 300 children. The kids spent
- [Cardiac Arrest Survivor Thanks Crew Who Saved His Life](https://fire.lacounty.gov/cardiac-arrest-survivor-thanks-crew-who-saved-his-life/) - Recently, former patient Scott Wilcox dropped by to have an appreciation dinner and reunite with the firefighters at Fire Station 60 in Signal Hill. In April of this year (2022), Wilcox had suffered full cardiac arrest at his home but the crew from Fire Station 60 provided life-saving care, allowing him to survive the medical
- [LACoFD Bomberos Host Holiday Event in East LA](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-bomberos-host-holiday-event-in-east-la/) - On Friday, December 16, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department’s Bomberos Association hosted a toy giveaway and barbecue for the children and families of East Los Angeles Rising Youth Club (formerly known as the Boys and Girls Club). Many families enjoyed themselves at this holiday party that was packed with fun and entertaining activities.
- [Pomona Chamber of Commerce Honors Fire Captains at Holiday for Heroes Luncheon](https://fire.lacounty.gov/pomona-chamber-of-commerce-honors-fire-captains-at-holiday-for-heroes-luncheon/) - On Thursday, December 8, 2022, the Pomona Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Holiday for Heroes luncheon at the Hilton Garden Inn in the City of Pomona. The holiday luncheon pays tribute to Pomona’s first responders. Approximately 200 guests attended the event, including members of the business community, civic leaders, and local elected officials. This
- [Air & Wildland Division Hosts Holiday Luncheon](https://fire.lacounty.gov/air-wildland-division-host-annual-holiday-luncheon/) - On Friday, December 2, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department's (LACoFD) Air and Wildland Division hosted its annual holiday luncheon at the USAR Tech Ops Warehouse in Pacoima. LACoFD personnel, retirees, and their families and friends gathered to enjoy a delicious meal prepared by the Department’s Camp Kitchen Team. The Air and Wildland Division
- [Spark of Love Celebrates 30th Anniversary](https://fire.lacounty.gov/spark-of-love-celebrates-30th-anniversary/) - On Monday, November 14, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) once again partnered with ABC7 to kick-off the Spark of Love toy drive and campaign to collect and distribute new, unwrapped toys and sports equipment to children of all ages. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the holiday campaign which has gifted
- [Department Team Members Play in Charitable Softball Game](https://fire.lacounty.gov/department-team-members-play-in-charitable-softball-game/) - Members of the Department voluntarily played in a charity softball tournament on Saturday, December 10, 2022, at Glorietta Park in Glendale. Proceeds from the yearly tournament benefitted the County of Los Angeles’ 12th annual Charitable Giving Campaign. Known as the “Flamin’ Hots”, the team was made up of Fire personnel from the Human Resources, Financial
- [LACoFD Assists in Foster Youth Holiday Toy Giveaway](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-assists-in-foster-youth-holiday-toy-giveaway/) - Interim Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone joined Fifth District County Supervisor Kathryn Barger on Saturday, December 10, 2022, with distributing toys to foster children in need at her annual holiday event at Six Flags Magic Mountain. Invited by the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services, hundreds of children and teenagers of foster
- [LACoFD Crews Escort Santa at Community Events](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-crews-escort-santa-at-community-events/) - Los Angeles County firefighters have been busy this season, helping Santa kick-off holiday festivities in many of the communities in our care. On Friday, December 2, 2022, Fire Station 23 in the City of Bellflower gave Santa a ride as he made his way through the annual parade which led to the Christmas tree lighting
- [LACoFD Meet and Greet at FS 54!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-meet-and-greet-at-fs-54/) - On Wednesday, November 30, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted a meet-and-greet with Fourth District County Supervisor Janice Hahn at Fire Station 54 in South Gate. Residents had the opportunity to meet with her and their local firefighters while enjoying a delicious lunch. Thank you to all those in the community who
- [Congrats, University of Antelope Valley Class 37!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-university-of-antelope-valley-class-37/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted a formal graduation ceremony to recognize five firefighters who successfully completed the paramedic program at the University of Antelope Valley. The ceremony took place in Lancaster on Wednesday, November 30, 2022. Family and friends joined Department personnel in congratulating the new paramedics on their accomplishment. Congratulations to
- [Remembering Fire Captain Arn Tretsven](https://fire.lacounty.gov/remembering-fire-captain-arn-tretsven/) - Memorial services and a flag ceremony were held this week in honor of Fire Captain Arn Tretsven who passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 15, 2022. Captain Tretsven faithfully served the Fire Department for 15 years and was last assigned to Fire Station 152 in Covina. Before joining the Fire Department, he spent 18 years
- [LACoFD Lifeguards Represent Team USA at Lifesaving World Championships](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-lifeguards-represent-team-usa-at-lifesaving-world-championships/) - In late September, a team of lifeguards from the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) represented Team USA at the Lifesaving World Championships in Riccone, Italy. The annual championships hosted by the International Life Saving (ILS) Federation took place this year from September 21 through October 2, 2022. Every two years, the ILS holds the
- [FS 154 Helps Santa Kick-Off the Holidays in Covina](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fs-154-helps-santa-kick-off-the-holidays-in-covina/) - Engine 154 escorted Santa during the holiday parade and tree lighting in the City of Covina on Friday, November 18, 2022. The annual festive event took place at Heritage Park and officially kicks-off the holidays for the local community. Happy holidays to the City of Covina and its residents!
- [Congratulations, PTI Class 261 Graduates!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-pti-class-261-graduates/) - On Thursday, November 17, 2022, six Los Angeles County firefighters were honored with a formal graduation ceremony for their successful completion of the Paramedic Training Institute (PTI). The Los Angeles County Fire Department held the ceremony at El Camino Community College in Torrance. Family and friends joined in celebrating PTI Class 261. Congratulations and best
- [The LACoFD Participates in Events to Honor Veterans](https://fire.lacounty.gov/the-lacofd-participates-in-events-to-honor-veterans/) - In recognition of courageous Veterans, the Los Angeles County Fire Department participated in Veterans Day ceremonies throughout Los Angeles County on November 11, 2022. Team members devoted the day acknowledging the contributions of our nation's heroes. Veterans were honored to have first responders thank them for their service as they shared stories of their experiences
- [Happy Retirement, Cajun!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/happy-retirement-canine-cajun/) - On Wednesday, November 9, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) honored Cajun, a lifeline canine, with a retirement ceremony at Fire Station 187 in the City of Pomona. Cajun has played an important role in search and rescue incidents since being paired by the National Disaster Search Dog Foundation with his handler, Fire
- [Irwindale Chamber of Commerce Recognizes First Responders](https://fire.lacounty.gov/irwindale-chamber-of-commerce-recognizes-first-responders/) - The Irwindale Chamber of Commerce held its annual 2022 First Responders Appreciation BBQ & Non-Profit Showcase on Thursday, November 17, 2022, at the Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area in the City of Irwindale. Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Assistant Fire Chief Mike Inman and team members from Fire Station 48, along with other public
- [Lakewood’s Award of Valor Luncheon Honors LACoFD & Retired Chief Osby](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lakewoods-award-of-valor-luncheon-honors-lacofd-retired-chief-osby/) - The City of Lakewood hosted its annual Award of Valor luncheon at The Centre on Tuesday, November 15, 2022. The ceremony recognizes sheriff’s deputies, firefighters, and residents for heroism and extraordinary public safety service. This year’s honorees include retired Fire Chief Daryl L. Osby, Captain Todd Jameson from Fire Station 45, and the crew at
- [LACoFD Joins the “Taste of Soul” Festivities](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-joins-the-taste-of-soul-festivities/) - By Hazardous Materials Specialist II Harmik Bazik, Health Hazardous Materials Division On Saturday, October 15, 2022, staff from the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Health Hazardous Materials Division (HHMD) joined members of the Lifeguard Division at the 17th annual Taste of Soul Family Festival in South Los Angeles. The in-person street festival drew in
- [City of La Puente Hosts Appreciation Luncheon for Fire Station 26](https://fire.lacounty.gov/city-of-la-puente-hosts-appreciation-luncheon-for-fire-station-26/) - The City of La Puente’s community outreach team, also known as the Programs Rehabilitation Outreach Services (P.R.O.S.) Team, held an appreciation luncheon on November 2, 3, and 4, 2022, for all shifts at Fire Station 26. Members of the P.R.O.S. Team work with the homeless community on a daily basis, striving to provide the best
- [LACoFD Participates in 20th Annual High Desert Fallen Heroes Ride](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-participates-in-20th-annual-high-desert-fallen-heroes-ride/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) participated in the 20th annual High Desert Fallen Heroes Ride and Poker Run on Sunday, October 23, 2022, at the Antelope Valley Harley-Davidson in Lancaster. The LACoFD, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, and California Highway escorted over 100 motorcyclists from the Antelope Valley Harley-Davidson to and from the
- [LACoFD Co-Hosts Demo of World’s Largest Fire-Suppression, Retardant-Dropping Helitankers](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-co-hosts-demo-of-worlds-largest-fire-suppression-retardant-dropping-helitankers/) - On the evening of Wednesday, October 26, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) co-hosted a day-into-night demonstration of the Quick Reaction Force program’s fire-suppression, retardant-dropping helitanker at the Department’s Helispot 69 Bravo in Topanga. Los Angeles County Interim Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone was joined by representatives from the Orange County Fire Authority
- [Chief Marrone Delivers Keynote at Annual CCCA City Manager’s Summit](https://fire.lacounty.gov/chief-marrone-delivers-keynote-at-annual-ccca-city-managers-summit/) - Interim Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone was the closing keynote speaker at this year’s California Contract Cities Association’s City Manager’s Summit at the USC Hotel on Thursday, October 27, 2022. Chief Marrone provided a brief update on the Department’s status and a realistic look at current and upcoming fiscal challenges. This was the sixth annual
- [Assemblymember Calderon & Senator Archuleta Provide Funding for LACoFD Projects](https://fire.lacounty.gov/assemblymember-calderon-senator-archuleta-provide-funding-for-lacofd-projects/) - California State Senator Bob Archuleta and Assemblymember Lisa Calderon presented a check for $500,000 on Tuesday, November 1, 2022, to the Los Angeles County Fire Department during a special event at Fire Station 118 in the City of Industry. Both elected officials secured much-needed funding in the State budget to help the Department complete projects
- [LACoFD Team Members Attend Conference in Mexico](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-team-members-attend-conference-in-mexico/) - From October 17 through October 21, 2022, members of the Los Angeles County Fire Department attended the annual Mexican Fire Chiefs' Association conference in Durango, Mexico. Acting Assistant Fire Chief Gerald Gonzales, Assistant Chief Fernando Florez, and Community Services Liaison Rosemary Vivero traveled to the conference and met various instructors and firefighters from all over
- [LACoFD Participates in Great CA Shake Out](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-participates-in-great-ca-shakeout/) - At exactly 10:20 a.m., on Thursday, October 20, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) joined millions of other Californians in the annual Shake Out Earthquake Exercise by performing the “drop, cover, and hold on” drill and conducting a post-earthquake emergency exit drill. Each year, the Department participates in the Great California Shake Out,
- [FFS Tory Carlon Honored at 2022 National Fallen Firefighters Memorial](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ffs-tory-carlon-honored-at-2022-national-fallen-firefighters-memorial/) - Los Angeles County Fire Department Fire Fighter Specialist Tory Carlon was honored at the 41st annual National Fallen Firefighters Memorial weekend on Saturday, October 8, and Sunday, October 9, 2022, in Emmitsburg, Maryland. The United States Congress created the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) to lead a nationwide effort to honor America's fallen firefighters. This
- [LACoFD Firefighters Reunite with Cardiac Patient](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-firefighters-reunite-with-cardiac-patient/) - On Monday, October 10, 2022, members of Squad 106 and Engine 106 reunited with Al Dirickson, a patient they helped and responded to in September. At the time of his medical emergency, Dirickson was working on a job site when he began to have crushing chest pains. After calling 9-1-1, firefighters from Station 106 in
- [LACoFD Presented with Multiple Awards at 2022 PQA Luncheon](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-presented-with-multiple-awards-at-2022-pqa-luncheon/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department walked away with four different plaques at this year’s 35th annual Productivity and Quality Awards (PQA) luncheon at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion Music Center in Downtown Los Angeles on Wednesday, October 12, 2022. The PQA ceremony is an opportunity for the Board of Supervisors, Chief Executive Office, and the
- [Fire Captain Joseph Williams Receives 2022 Perpetual Fire Prevention Award of Excellence](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-captain-joseph-williams-receives-2022-perpetual-award-of-excellence/) - Los Angeles County Fire Captain Joseph Williams was honored as the 30th Perpetual Fire Prevention Award of Excellence recipient on Tuesday, September 27, 2022. The recognition coincides with the County’s declaration of October as Fire Prevention Month. Team members of the Los Angeles County Fire Department’s Prevention Services Bureau joined Interim Fire Chief Anthony C.
- [Congratulations, Retirees!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-retirees/) - Congratulations to the Los Angeles County Fire Department employees who retired from County service between April and August 2022! The LACoFD wishes you a healthy and happy retirement! April 2022 Fire Captain David Broadwell, East Operations Bureau Fire Captain Robert Gates, East Operations Bureau Fire Captain Alfred Martinez, North Operations Bureau Fire Captain Brian McCormick,
- [Norwalk First Responders Appreciation Luncheon](https://fire.lacounty.gov/norwalk-first-responders-appreciation-luncheon/) - On Wednesday, September 21, 2022, Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) personnel from Fire Stations 20 and 115 were honored at the Norwalk Community Promotion Commission and the Public Safety Commission’s First Responders Appreciation Luncheon held on the lawn of the Norwalk City Hall. The event is in appreciation of public safety officers who selflessly
- [Visit from President of Mexican Fire Chief's Association](https://fire.lacounty.gov/visit-from-president-of-mexican-fire-chiefs-association/) - By Assistant Chief Fernando Florez, Health Hazardous Materials Division On Friday, September 23, 2022, Chief Sergio Ramirez, Coordinator of the Civil Protection and Fire Departments of Guadalajara and Zapopan, Mexico, visited and met with Interim Fire Chief Anthony Marrone and Department staff. In addition to his regular duties, Chief Ramirez is also the president of
- [LACoFD's Sirens of Silence Co-Hosts First Responder Panel Discussion](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofds-sirens-of-silence-co-hosts-first-responder-panel-discussion/) - On Thursday, September 29, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) joined the San Gabriel/Pomona Regional Center (SG/PRC) to host an online panel discussion between first responders and families, caregivers, and individuals with special needs. The SG/PRC is one of 21 regional centers throughout California that locally serves and supports more than 14,000 families
- [City of South El Monte Recognizes Team Members of Fire Station 90](https://fire.lacounty.gov/city-of-south-el-monte-recognizes-team-members-of-fire-station-90/) - Team members at Fire Station 90 in the City of South El Monte participated in the annual pancake breakfast held in their honor on Saturday, September 17, 2022. The event was held on the front lawn of the South El Monte City Hall. Every year, the City of South El Monte honors and recognizes its
- [Congrats to the newly promoted LACoFD Team Members!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congrats-to-the-newly-promoted-lacofd-team-members/) - On Wednesday, September 21, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) held a promotional ceremony, honoring 15 Departmental personnel in the MAYNE Events Center at the LACoFD Museum in Bellflower. Interim Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone and the Executive Team were joined by family and friends of the honorees as they received their new
- [Patriot Day & National Day of Service and Remembrance](https://fire.lacounty.gov/patriot-day-national-day-of-service-and-remembrance/) - On Sunday, September 11, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) joined the Los Angeles City Fire Department for a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at the Frank Hotchkin Memorial Training Center in Los Angeles. Interim Fire Chief Anthony Marrone joined other Los Angeles County and City first responders to pay tribute to the nearly 3,000
- [2022 IAFF Fallen Firefighter Memorial Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2022-iaff-fallen-firefighter-memorial-ceremony/) - This year’s International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial ceremony honored six Los Angeles County Fire Department fallen heroes: Battalion Chief Mark Tolbert, Fire Captain William Knott, Fire Fighter Specialist Samuel Neubauer, Fire Fighter Paramedic Randall Duarte, Fire Fighter Brian Ballentine, and Pilot Michael Fournier. Interim Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone and
- [LACoFD Joins Efforts to Honor the Victims of 9/11](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-joins-efforts-to-honor-the-victims-of-9-11/) - (Photos provided by CSL La Fonda Riggins and CSL Carmen Mackey) In the days leading up to the 21st anniversary of September 11, team members at Fire Station 40 in the City of Pico Rivera joined other first responders and the community by placing 2,977 flags around the grounds of Rose Hills Memorial Park in
- [LACoFD Deploys CERT Members to Assist Long Beach with Storm Preparation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-deploys-cert-members-to-assist-long-beach-with-storm-preparation/) - On Saturday, September 10, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department deployed members of the Tri-City and Antelope Valley CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) programs to assist the Long Beach Fire Department’s (LBFD) own CERT and Search and Rescue team with storm preparation as Tropical Storm Kay approached Southern California. CERT members were deployed to
- [Flag Ceremony & Memorial Service for Ocean Lifeguard Derek Traeger](https://fire.lacounty.gov/flag-ceremony-memorial-service-for-ocean-lifeguard-derek-traeger/) - Los Angeles County Fire Department Ocean Lifeguard Derek Traeger passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 14, 2022. At 28 years old, OL Traeger had dedicated six years of faithful service to the Department. In his honor, a flag ceremony was held on Tuesday, September 6 at the Venice Beach Lifeguard Station. Throughout the years, OL
- [Remembering Heroes:  Captain Hall & Fire Fighter Specialist Quinones](https://fire.lacounty.gov/remembering-heroes-captain-hall-ffs-quinones/) - Tuesday, August 30, 2022, marked the 13-year anniversary of the line-of-duty deaths of Los Angeles County Fire Department Fire Captain Tedmund “Ted” Hall and Fire Fighter Specialist (FFS) Arnaldo “Arnie” Quinones. Captain Hall and FFS Quinones made the ultimate sacrifice while battling the Station Fire and protecting their team members at Camp 16 in 2009.
- [LACoFD Hosts 2022 Contract Aircraft Media Day](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-hosts-2022-contract-aircraft-media-day/) - On Wednesday, September 7, 2022, Fifth District Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger and Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Acting Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone hosted the annual contract aircraft media day to provide an update on the 2022 wildfire season. This year’s conference was held at the Van Nuys Airport’s Air Tanker Base.
- [Remembering Fire Fighter Specialist Ismael Villalta-Ayala](https://fire.lacounty.gov/remembering-fire-fighter-specialist-ismael-villalta-ayala/) - In early August, 38-year-old Fire Fighter Specialist Ismael Villalta-Ayala passed away unexpectedly. He had faithfully served the Los Angeles County Fire Department for 12 years. In his memory, a flag ceremony was held on Wednesday, August 31, 2022, at Fire Station 7 in West Hollywood where he was last assigned. FFS Villalta-Ayala's family members, friends,
- [Pomona Optimist Club Honors LACoFD Utility Driver Santos Luna](https://fire.lacounty.gov/pomona-optimists-club-honors-lacofd-utility-driver-santos-luna/) - On Thursday, August 25, 2022. the Pomona Optimist Club honored Fire Utility Driver Santos Luna with its annual Public Safety Award. Nominated by Assistant Fire Chief Jesse Vela, Battalion 15 chiefs, and Battalion 15 firefighters, Luna was recognized for his unwavering commitment, strong work ethic, and can-do attitude in supporting the day-to-day operations of Division
- [LACoFD Lifeguards Win USLA National Lifeguard Championships Title (Again!)](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-lifeguards-win-usla-national-lifeguard-championships-title-again/) - For the 46th time, members of the Los Angeles County Fire Department’s Lifeguard Division competed for the United States Lifesaving Association’s (USLA) National Lifeguard Championships at Hermosa Beach on August 11-13, 2022. This is also the 33rd year of the past 35 years that the team has won the overall team championship. Since 1980, the
- [Fire Chief Daryl L. Osby Retires](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-chief-daryl-l-osby-retires/) - On Tuesday, August 16, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) held a retirement open house and celebration in honor of Fire Chief Daryl L. Osby at Department headquarters which was graciously sponsored by the Los Angeles County Fire Museum. After devoting over 38 years of service to the LACoFD, with 11 years as
- [ARDI Initiative Encourages You to Use Your Voice to Advance Racial Equity](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ardi-initiative-encourages-you-to-use-your-voice-to-advance-racial-equity/) - The County of Los Angeles’s Anti-Racism, Diversity & Inclusion (ARDI) Initiative hopes to receive as much input from County employees as it can to gather feedback on their experiences in their workplace. Everyone is encouraged to complete a 15-minute survey that was released Countywide on Monday, August 22, 2022 and is the first of two
- [Glen Allen Fire – 29 Years Later](https://fire.lacounty.gov/glen-allen-fire-29-years-later/) - Saturday, August 20, 2022 marked the 29-year anniversary of the tragic line-of-duty deaths of Fire Suppression Aids (FSAs) Arthur Ruezga and Christopher Herman who lost their lives while battling the Glen Allen Fire in the foothills above Altadena. The Glen Allen Fire started as a vehicle fire that quickly spread to nearby brush in the
- [Explorer Program Participants Complete Orientation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/explorer-program-participants-complete-orientation/) - This year, the ever-popular Explorer Program returned after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. Seventy-five Explorers successfully completed several weeks of online meetings, culminating in an in-person orientation and training on the weekend of August 13 and 14, 2022. During the in-person, two-day orientation at Department headquarters, participants donned their Explorer Program gear and
- [2022 Lifeguard Medal of Valor Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-lg-honors-mov-exemplary-service-recipients/) - Photos by Kevin Cody and Adam Sandler. Used with permission. On August 3, 2022, the Lifeguard Medal of Valor ceremonial dinner honored brave individuals from the Los Angeles County Fire Department's Lifeguard Division at the King Harbor Yacht Club in Redondo Beach. This annual ceremony is part of the official kick-off to the International Surf
- [LACoFD Firefighters Added to State Memorial Wall](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-firefighters-added-to-state-memorial-wall/) - Eight Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) fallen heroes were honored at the 20th anniversary of the California Firefighters Memorial ceremony in Sacramento on Saturday, July 30, 2022. The ceremony is held at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center with an evening recessional that followed at the Memorial Wall in Capitol Park. Every year, since
- [Acting Chief Deputy Anthony C. Marrone Sworn-In as Acting Fire Chief   ](https://fire.lacounty.gov/acting-chief-deputy-anthony-c-marrone-to-serve-as-acting-fire-chief/) - Following the retirement of Fire Chief Daryl L. Osby, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors appointed Acting Chief Deputy Anthony C. Marrone to serve as Acting Fire Chief over the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) until a permanent Fire Chief is selected. Chief Marrone was officially sworn-in on Tuesday, August 3, 2022. Chief
- [LACoFD Medical Director Honored with ICAN’s Durfee Award](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-medical-director-honored-with-icans-durfee-award/) - Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Medical Director Dr. Clayton Kazan recently received the Durfee Award which is given to an individual who has made a significant impact in their contributions to serving children who have experienced trauma and loss. The Durfee Award is presented by the Inter-Agency Council on Child Abuse and Neglect (ICAN)
- [Congrats to the Department's Newly Promoted Members!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congrats-to-the-departments-newly-promoted-members/) - On Wednesday, July 20, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department held a promotional ceremony, honoring 29 Departmental personnel at the Los Angeles County Fire Museum/MAYNE Events Center in Bellflower. Fire Chief Daryl L. Osby was joined by the Executive Team, the honorees' families, and friends as he presented team members with their new badges
- [Chief Osby Retires with Nearly 40 Years of Service](https://fire.lacounty.gov/chief-osby-retires-with-nearly-40-years-of-service/) - On Saturday, July 30, 2022, Fire Chief Daryl L. Osby will officially retire from the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) after a nearly 40-year career in the fire service. Chief Osby made history as the first African American fire chief for LACoFD when he was appointed by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors
- [Celebrating the Graduation of Recruit Class 168](https://fire.lacounty.gov/recruit-class-167-graduates-2/) - On Friday, July 22, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) held a formal graduation to recognize members of Recruit Class 168 who successfully completed their fire academy. The ceremony took place at the Cecil R. Gehr Memorial Combat Training Center at Department headquarters. Family and friends joined the Executive Team as the 37
- [Safety Data Sheets Now Available Online](https://fire.lacounty.gov/safety-data-sheets-now-available-online/) - The Material Management Division has created and launched a new webpage on the Department’s intranet site to house all the Safety Data Sheets (SDS). The SDS lists the information related to occupational safety and health when various substances and products are used. A manufacturer publishes SDS to provide any potential hazards or cautions related to
- [LACoFD Girls’ Fire Camp Returns!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-prepares-future-firefighters-at-girls-fire-camp-2/) - On Saturday, September 28, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted its fifth annual Girls’ Fire Camp for participants between 14 to 19 years old at the Cecil R. Gehr Fire Combat Training Center in East Los Angeles.
- [First Responders Are First to Experience Six Flags Magic Mountain's New Ride](https://fire.lacounty.gov/first-responders-are-first-to-experience-six-flags-new-ride/) - Some photos courtesy of the office of Fifth District County Supervisor Kathryn Barger. First responders from the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LAC0FD) were among the first to ride Six Flags Magic Mountain’s brand-new WONDER WOMAN Flight of Courage which is the park’s 20th rollercoaster to date. The official opening ceremony took place on the
- [LACoFD’s Yearly Call Volume Projected to Increase Again](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofds-yearly-call-volume-projected-to-increase-again/) - Preliminary Department statistics for the second quarter of 2022 have shown yet another increase over the same period last year. So far, for the first half of 2022, the daily run average is 1,204 calls per day which is up compared to last year’s daily run average which was 1,202 calls. This year’s projected year-end
- [PIO Captain Visits with Ghana Fire Chief](https://fire.lacounty.gov/pio-captain-visits-with-ghana-fire-chief/) - While on vacation with her family, Captain Sheila Kelliher from the Public Information Office met with the Chief of the Ghana National Fire Service. The Republic of Ghana is a country located on the coast of West Africa. While meeting with Julius Kuunour Aalebkure, the Chief Fire Officer of the Ghana National Fire Service, she
- [LACoFD Welcomes Two-Year EMS Fellow, Dr. Toy](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-welcomes-two-year-ems-fellow-dr-toy/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) is proud to welcome Dr. Jake Toy who is participating in a fellowship program through a partnership with the Department, Los Angeles County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency, and Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. This fellowship program prepares emergency physicians to become EMS specialists and eventually work as medical directors
- [Quick Reaction Force Program Returns!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/quick-reaction-force-program-returns/) - On Tuesday, July 5, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) participated in a joint news conference with the Orange County Fire Authority, Ventura County Fire Department, Southern California Edison (SCE), and Coulson Aviation, to discuss the Quick Reaction Force (QRF) program and announce the use of four fire-combat aircrafts for the upcoming fire
- [LACoFD Warns Residents of Fireworks-Related Risks](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-warns-residents-of-fireworks-related-risks/) - In the days leading up to the Fourth of July holiday, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) participated in several news conferences aimed at warning residents about the dangers and risks related to the use of fireworks. The first news conference took place at Fire Station 126 on Monday, June 27, 2022, and was
- [LACoFD Participates in 37th Annual Kingdom Day Parade](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-participates-in-37th-annual-kingdom-parade/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) joined the 37th annual Kingdom Day Parade on Monday, June 20, 2022, in Los Angeles. This year’s theme “Healing America” featured various public service agencies, community groups, floats, performing arts teams, and elected officials, celebrating the life and memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as well as
- [LACoFD Hosts Promotional Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-hosts-promotional-ceremony/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) held a promotional ceremony on Wednesday, June 22, 2022, at the Rowland Heights Community Center for newly promoted Department personnel. Family and friends joined the Executive team to honor the 29 hard-working recipients as they were presented with their new badges and identification cards from Fire Chief Daryl
- [Congratulations, FSA Class 87!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-fsa-class-87/) - On Friday, July 1, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) honored Fire Suppression Aide (FSA) Class 87 with a formal graduation ceremony at Camp 8 in Malibu. Fire Chief Daryl Osby presented 34 graduates with their official LACoFD certificates for their successful completion of the 21-day academy at Camp 12 in Castaic. Class
- [Crafts Section Personnel Build & Deliver a Memento Box for the Flagler Family](https://fire.lacounty.gov/crafts-section-personnel-build-deliver-a-memento-box-for-the-flagler-family/) - Team members from the Department’s Crafts Section handcrafted and presented a heartfelt gift to the family of Fire Fighter Jonathan Flagler who passed away in the line of duty in early January 2022. Building Crafts Superintendent I David Breen, Carpenter Supervisor Michael Graham, and Carpenters Eric Rische, Kylie Stump, and Ismael Valenzuela all pitched in
- [Regional Fire Agencies’ Outlook on 2022 Fire Season](https://fire.lacounty.gov/regional-fire-agencies-outlook-on-2022-fire-season/) - On Thursday, June 9, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) partnered with fellow Southern California fire agencies to host the annual fire season outlook news conference. This year, the event took place at LACoFD Fire Camp 2 in La Cañada-Flintridge. Los Angeles County Fire Chief Daryl L. Osby was joined by representatives from
- [2022 Women’s Lifeguard Prep Academy](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2022-womens-lifeguard-prep-academy/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted its first two-day Women’s Lifeguard Prep Academy (WLPA) on the weekend of June 11 and 12, 2022, at the Dockweiler Youth Center in Playa Del Rey. Acting Chief Deputy Anthony C. Marrone and Los Angeles County Supervisors Holly J. Mitchell (Second District) and Kathryn Barger (Fifth District)
- [LACoFD Celebrates Diversity & Inclusion at WeHo Pride Parade](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-celebrates-diversity-inclusion-at-weho-pride-parade/) - On the morning of June 5, 2022, team members of the Los Angeles County Fire Department joined equity activists and trailblazers for the 52nd annual Los Angeles Pride Parade in West Hollywood. Acting Chief Deputy Anthony C. Marrone was joined by crews from LACoFD Fire Stations 7 and 8 as well as team members from
- [DC Pappas Receives Claire B. Rubin Award](https://fire.lacounty.gov/dc-pappas-receives-claire-b-rubin-award/) - Upon recently completing her graduate degree, a Master of Science in Emergency Services Administration from Cal State University, Long Beach, Deputy Fire Chief Eleni Pappas was selected as a recipient of the Emergency Services Administration Program’s Claire B. Rubin Award. Named in honor of a trailblazer in the world of emergency management, the award recognizes
- [FS 153 Firefighters Celebrate a Resident’s 90th Birthday](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fs-153-firefighters-celebrate-a-residents-90th-birthday/) - When Covina resident and widow Betty Sleigh recently turned 90 years old, personnel from Fire Station 153 wanted to make sure she didn’t celebrate by herself. The crew learned from the City of Covina’s city manager that the widow’s milestone birthday was on June 9. Betty and her late husband had one son, Larry, who
- [LACoFD Simultaneously Graduates Two OL Academies](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-simultaneously-graduates-two-ol-academies/) - LACoFD Simultaneously Graduates Two OL Academies On Wednesday, June 15, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department's (LACoFD) Lifeguard Division hosted a dual graduation ceremony for two Ocean Lifeguard Academies, Classes 37 and 38, at Dockweiler State Beach's Youth Center in Playa Del Rey. Several of the graduates’ family members and friends attended the joint
- [Recruit Class 167 Graduates!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/recruit-class-167-graduates/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) held a formal graduation ceremony to celebrate Recruit Class 167’s successful completion of the 17-week fire academy on Tuesday, May 24, 2022. The ceremony took place at the Cecil R. Gehr Memorial Combat Training Center at Department Headquarters. Family and friends joined the Executive Team as the 35
- [Two LACoFD Program Receive 2022 NACo Achievement Awards](https://fire.lacounty.gov/two-lacofd-program-receive-2022-naco-achievement-awards/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department’s Sirens of Silence and Telemedicine for Alternate Destination (TAD) programs were among this year’s Los Angeles County National Association of Counties (NACo) 2022 Achievement Award winners. Awards will be presented at NACo’s Annual Conference and Exposition luncheon in Colorado in July. Sirens of Silence is a public education program
- [LACoFD Hosts 2022 USAR MOBEX Training](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-hosts-2022-usar-mobex-training/) - On Thursday, May 26, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) conducted a full-scale disaster drill, known as the Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) Mobilization Exercise (MOBEX), involving members of the Department’s USA-2/CA-TF2 USAR team at the Del Valle Training Center in Castaic. When natural disasters occur within the borders of the United States,
- [LACoFD Congratulates FSA Class 86](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-congratulates-fsa-class-86/) - On Friday, May 27, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted a graduation ceremony for the 86th Fire Suppression Aid (FSA) Academy Class at Camp 8 in Malibu. In front of family and friends, FSA Class 86 graduated with 33 trainees, including one military veteran. Los Angeles County Fire Chief Daryl L. Osby
- [Fire Service Days Continue in the  East & Central Regional Operations Bureaus](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-service-days-continue-in-the-east-central-regional-operations-bureaus/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) welcomed residents back for Fire Service Days in the East and Central Regional Operations Bureaus on Saturday, May 21, 2022. Fire Station 64 in San Dimas and Fire Station 80 in Agoura Hills hosted open houses for residents. This year, Department personnel were excited to provide station tours
- [OLS Ericka Lorenz Inducted into Water Polo Hall of Fame!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ols-ericka-lorenz-inducted-into-water-polo-hall-of-fame/) - Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Ocean Lifeguard Specialist Ericka Lorenz was inducted into the USA Water Polo Hall of Fame in 2021 for her integral role on two medal-winning Olympic women's water polo teams. At 19 years old, OLS Lorenz became the youngest member of the United States National Team and competed in the
- [UCLA Paramedic Class 69 Graduates](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ucla-paramedic-class-69-graduates/) - Eight Los Angeles County firefighters and one ocean lifeguard graduated on Friday, April 22, 2022, as part of the University of California Los Angeles’ Paramedic Class 69. The graduates completed a rigorous training program and will soon take the National Registry Exam and file with the State and County to obtain their paramedic licenses. Congratulations
- [LACoFD Fire Service Days Are Back!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-fire-service-days-are-back/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) welcomed residents back for Fire Service Days, starting with the Countywide and North Region in-person open houses on Saturday, May 7, 2022. The North Region’s Fire Service Day took place at Fire Station 129 in Lancaster. During Fire Service Days, residents throughout the Department’s jurisdiction get the opportunity
- [LACoFD Hosts the 2022 Firefighters’ Memorial Service](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-hosts-the-2022-firefighters-memorial-service/) - On Wednesday, May 11, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) joined the Firefighters’ Memorial Committee, Local 1014, and the Los Angeles County Association of Chiefs to host the 2022 Firefighters’ Memorial Service at Department headquarters in East Los Angeles. The annual event pays tribute to fallen heroes for faithfully serving with bravery and
- [Congratulations Ocean Lifeguard Academy 36!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-ocean-lifeguard-academy-36/) - On Tuesday, May 10, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department's (LACoFD) Lifeguard Division held a formal graduation ceremony for Ocean Lifeguard Academy (OLA) 36 at Dockweiler State Beach's Youth Center in Playa Del Rey. Family and friends joined the Executive team and OLA cadre to honor the 32 graduates' successful completion of the rigorous
- [LA County Fire Joins MVA to ‘Carry the Load’, Honoring Sacrifices of Nation’s Heroes](https://fire.lacounty.gov/la-county-fire-joins-mva-to-carry-the-load-honoring-sacrifices-of-nations-heroes/) - On Tuesday, May 10, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) joined the County’s Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (MVA) to participate in a Memorial Day awareness campaign through the nonprofit organization, Carry The Load. Participants in this year’s campaign walked or rode bicycles in an 11,500-mile national relay along three routes (East
- [First-Ever Sirens of Silence “A Special Day with First Responders” Event](https://fire.lacounty.gov/first-ever-sirens-of-silence-a-special-day-with-first-responders-event/) - On Saturday, April 30, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted its inaugural Sirens of Silence event, “A Special Day with First Responders” in partnership with the San Gabriel/Pomona Regional Center in the City of Pomona. Taking place on the last day of Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month, the sensory-friendly event welcomed families
- [Sirens of Silence Celebrates One-Year Anniversary & Collaboration with Hollywood Park](https://fire.lacounty.gov/sirens-of-silence-celebrates-one-year-anniversary-collaboration-with-hollywood-park/) - This month, the Sirens of Silence program celebrates its first-year anniversary! In the past year, the autism and special needs awareness and acceptance program has accomplished many goals, including key partnerships with several large event spaces and venues throughout the County. Through the generous support of Department team members, the Sirens of Silence program has
- [LACoFD Crews Help Free Bear Trapped on Magic Mountain Lot](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-crews-help-free-bear-trapped-on-magic-mountain-lot/) - On Thursday, May 5, 2022, Engine 76 and Battalion 6 responded to a call for service involving a bear who had found its way onto the back lot of Six Flags Magic Mountain and had gotten stuck between two Conex trailers. The crew was quickly joined by Heavy Rescue 103, USAR 136, California Fish and
- [First-In Foundation Generously Donates to LACoFD Firefighters](https://fire.lacounty.gov/first-in-foundation-generously-donates-to-lacofd-firefighters/) - This week, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) accepted a generous donation from the First-In Fire Foundation’s “Fill the Firehouse Freezer” initiative, ahead of International Firefighters’ Day on Wednesday, May 4, 2022. The donation consisted of ribs which will be used to fill up nine new freezers that were also provided in-kind by the
- [Partner Agencies Help Support LACoFD Dispatch](https://fire.lacounty.gov/partner-agencies-help-support-lacofd-dispatch/) - On Friday, April 22, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) celebrated the life of Sergio Escobedo, Fire Dispatcher II, at Epiphany Catholic Church in El Monte. Sergio passed away suddenly at the age of 43 years old; he was a United States Air Force veteran and dedicated 15 years to the Department. To
- [National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week](https://fire.lacounty.gov/national-public-safety-telecommunicators-week/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department is proud to celebrate "National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week" this year and every year. The week-long celebration takes place every year during the second week of April and pays tribute t0 telecommunications professionals for their contributions to our Department's daily mission of protecting lives, property, and the environment. This
- [Battalion 13 Completes RT-130 Wildland Drill](https://fire.lacounty.gov/battalion-13-completes-rt-130-wildland-drill/) - On Friday, April 15th, crews from Battalion 13 participated in the annual RT-130 wildland drill at Salt Lake Park in Huntington Park. “As the Department starts to see more brush fires throughout the County, it is imperative that we train our crews, especially our newer firefighters,” said Fire Captain Keith Stires. This drill is an
- [LACoFD Spotlight on Risk Management Division](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-spotlight-on-risk-management-division/) - This week, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) is highlighting the Risk Management Division (RMD)! RMD is an outstanding division with 11 hard-working individuals working in the Offices of Safety managed by Fire Captain Noble Robinson, Subpoena and Records managed by Management Fellow Sandra Kessler, and Claims and Litigation managed by Division Chief Julia
- [Fire Station 30 Participates in Artesia Safety Expo](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-station-30-participates-in-artesia-safety-expo/) - On Saturday, April 16, 2022, the City of Artesia hosted the annual Safety Expo and Extravaganza at Artesia Park. Representatives from the Los Angeles County Fire Department, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, and California Highway Patrol participated in the community event. Many families attended and got a chance to meet the Easter bunny, enjoy great
- [Fire Station 146 Promotes Ready! Set! Go! to Local Residents](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-station-146-promotes-ready-set-go-to-local-residents/) - On Saturday, April 9, 2022, firefighters from Fire Station 146 in the City of Walnut paid a visit to nearby residents living in the Las Maison’s Homeowners Association (HOA). About 30 residents attended the HOA meeting where the crew from Engine 146 provided information about upcoming brush inspections and distributed the Ready! Set! Go! Wildfire
- [LACoFD Hosts Peer Support Team Quarterly Meeting](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-hosts-peer-support-team-quarterly-meeting/) - On Thursday, April 7, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted a peer support training seminar at the Industry Hills Expo Center in the City of Industry. The LACoFD Peer Support Team has 200 members and four peer canines, including two new additions, Tiller and Ava, making the group the largest peer support
- [LACoFD Trains 12 New USAR Heavy Rescue Technicians](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-trains-12-new-usar-heavy-rescue-technicians/) - Twelve members of the Los Angeles County Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) team recently completed specialized training at the Del Valle Training Center in Castaic. The training qualified them to become USAR Heavy Rescue Technicians. The one-week training is rigorous and designed for operators to master specific rescue and recovery skills. Using
- [Congratulations LACoFD UAV Paramedic Program Graduates!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-lacofd-uav-paramedic-program-graduates/) - On Thursday, April 7, 2022, a formal graduation ceremony was held for nine Los Angeles County Fire Department firefighters who graduated from the University of Antelope Valley (UAV) paramedic program. The graduation was held at the UAV campus in Lancaster. Deputy Fire Chief Anderson Mackey, Medical Director Dr. Clayton Kazan, Battalion Chief Brian Kane, Battalion
- [LA County Fire Bike Teams at LA Marathon](https://fire.lacounty.gov/la-county-fire-bike-teams-at-la-marathon/) - By Fire Captain Terry Millsaps The annual Los Angeles Marathon was held on Sunday, March 20, 2022, with nearly 15,000 runners, which is half of the typical pre-COVID entries. Operating in Unified Command with multiple agencies, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) provided coverage for the marathon route through the City of West Hollywood
- [More Donations Roll in to Assist Ukrainian First Responders](https://fire.lacounty.gov/more-donations-roll-in-to-assist-ukrainian-first-responders/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) continues to assist with the local and national effort to gather more donated surplus equipment and medical supplies to help first responders in the country of Ukraine. About five truckloads of gear and supplies have been collected for another shipment abroad which is being organized by Fire Fighter
- [Recruit Class 166 Graduation Ceremony Held at LACoFD HQ](https://fire.lacounty.gov/recruit-class-166-graduation-ceremony-held-at-lacofd-hq/) - On Friday, March 25, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department hosted a graduation ceremony for Recruit Class 166 at the Cecil R. Gehr Memorial Combat Training Center at headquarters in East Los Angeles. Made up entirely of Fire Suppression Aids, Class 166 graduated with 41 recruits who successfully completed the 17-week academy. Graduates from
- [LACoFD Hosts FSA Class 85 Graduation Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-hosts-fsa-class-85-graduation-ceremony/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department hosted a graduation ceremony to honor the 12 individuals who successfully completed the Fire Suppression Aid (FSA) Academy on Friday, March 25, 2022. The afternoon ceremony for Class 85 took place at Camp 8 in Malibu. Best wishes and congratulations to the brand-new FSAs! Welcome to the Los Angeles
- [LACoFD Captain Polgar Teaches 200th CERT Class](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-captain-polgar-teaches-200th-cert-class/) - As Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Fire Captain Scott Polgar prepares for retirement, he recently completed teaching his 200th Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) class in the Antelope Valley on Saturday, March 5, 2022. To commemorate this special milestone and recognize his dedication to the community, local leaders presented him with certificates of appreciation
- [Return of the Women’s Fire Prep Academy   ](https://fire.lacounty.gov/return-of-the-womens-fire-prep-academy/) - After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Los Angeles County Fire Department hosted its sixth Women’s Fire Prep Academy (WFPA) Opening Day on Saturday, March 19, 2022. On the first day, participants are provided an opportunity to compete on-site for a coveted spot in the upcoming Academy. Day one of the WFPA
- [LACoFD Celebrates Women’s History Month](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-celebrates-womens-history-month/) - March is designated as Women’s History Month and the Los Angeles County Fire Department is proud to acknowledge and celebrate all the women on our team who have strengthened and continue to uplift the Department through their valuable accomplishments and contributions. In this article, we feature the Inspection Section Assistant Chief Teresa Quiaoit, Administrative Services
- [LACoFD Joins National Effort to Help First Responders in Ukraine](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-joins-national-effort-to-help-first-responders-in-ukraine/) - On Thursday, March 17, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department joined Fourth District Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn at Fire Station 171 in the City of Inglewood to announce they would join the national effort to gather and donate surplus equipment and gear overseas to help first responders in the country of Ukraine.
- [LACoFD Lifeguards "Paint it Pink"](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-lifeguards-paint-it-pink/) - In recognition of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Fourth District Supervisor Janice Hahn joined the Los Angeles County Fire Department's (LACoFD) Lifeguard Division in painting Tower 60 pink! The “Paint it Pink” event took place on Saturday morning, October 5, 2019 at El Segundo Beach.
- [Congrats, PTI Class 251 Graduates!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congrats-pti-class-251-graduates/) - On Tuesday, November 19, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department's (LACoFD) Executive Team hosted a formal graduation for 13 firefighters who completed the Paramedic Training Institute at El Camino Community College in Torrance.
- [LACoFD Participates in “Every 15 Minutes” Simulation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-participates-in-every-15-minutes-simulation/) - The photos shown here are only simulation. This is not a real incident. Team members from Los Angeles County Fire Stations 64 (San Dimas) and 101 (Claremont) joined other local first responder agencies in an “Every Fifteen Minutes” simulation with seniors at Claremont High School on Thursday, March 3, 2022. ”Every Fifteen Minutes” is meant
- [HRD Spotlight: Examinations Section](https://fire.lacounty.gov/hrd-spotlight-examinations-section/) - In this edition of Size-Up, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) is spotlighting the Human Resources Division's Examinations Section. The Examinations Section is made up of six managers and six analysts who process the largest exams within Los Angeles County. These individuals possess special skills to create and process assessments for first responder and
- [Lifeguards Prepare for 2022 Summer Season with New Rescue Watercrafts](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lifeguards-prepare-for-2022-summer-season-with-new-rescue-watercrafts/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Lifeguard Division is preparing for another busy summer and recently purchased five new rescue watercrafts to support its daily operations. The new watercrafts will provide better visibility for lifeguards and assist with patient floatation. To prepare for the safety of thousands of beachgoers this season, lifeguards will complete
- [Remembering LACoFD Fire Captain Steven McCann](https://fire.lacounty.gov/remembering-lacofd-fire-captain-steven-mccann/) - On Thursday, February 24, 2022, family, friends, and colleagues gathered to honor Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Fire Captain Steven McCann at a flag ceremony held at Fire Station 166 in the City of El Monte. The next day, on Friday, February 25, a memorial service for Captain McCann also took place at Calvary
- [Celebrating the Accomplishments of Chief Deputy Lawrence](https://fire.lacounty.gov/celebrating-the-accomplishments-of-chief-deputy-lawrence/) - As Black History Month draws to a close, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) wishes to recognize one of its team members who has greatly contributed to the success of our organization: Chief Deputy Dawnna B. Lawrence. Chief Lawrence joined the LACoFD in October 2012 after having been employed with the County of Los
- [Congratulations to PTI Class 258!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-to-pti-class-258/) - On Thursday, February 17, 2022, seven Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) firefighters graduated from the Paramedic Training Institute at El Camino Community College in Torrance. Family and friends joined the Executive Team to honor the new paramedics for their remarkable achievement. Congratulations to the following graduates of Class 258! • Fire Fighter Paramedic David
- [Spotlight on HRD's Personnel Services](https://fire.lacounty.gov/spotlight-on-hrds-personnel-services/) - This week, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) is spotlighting the Human Resources Division’s (HRD) Personnel Services Section! Personnel Services is a dedicated team of individuals comprised of five dynamic sections (Personnel Services Reception, Badge & ID, Leave Management/Employee Benefits and Background, Processing, and Classification and Compensation) which work together to support the Department’s
- [The LACoFD Recognizes the Achievements of Fire Captain Burton](https://fire.lacounty.gov/the-lacofd-recognizes-the-achievements-of-fire-captain-burton/) - As we conclude Black History Month this year, we shine a spotlight on a team member who has made impactful contributions to the Department’s success through his many accomplishments and achievements: Fire Captain Brent Burton. With 36 years of service and plans to retire soon, Fire Captain Brent Burton has spent his career advocating for
- [Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI) Countywide Initiative](https://fire.lacounty.gov/anti-racism-diversity-and-inclusion-ardi-countywide-initiative/) - On July 21, 2020, the County of Los Angeles (County) Board of Supervisors established the County’s Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI) Initiative to address generational inequality and systemic racism. This initiative was further amended on April 6, 2021, to include additional communities impacted throughout the County. The ARDI initiative brings together 180 department leaders, executive
- [Lawndale Community Leaders Honor Retired BC Gerald White](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lawndale-community-leaders-honor-retired-bc-gerald-white/) - On Wednesday, February 16, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) joined Fourth District County Supervisor Janice Hahn, Lawndale Mayor Robert Miles, and members of the Lawndale Rotary Club in honoring retired Battalion Chief Gerald White with a bench dedication ceremony at Fire Station 21 in the City of Lawndale. Battalion Chief White retired
- [LACoFD Congratulates Recruit Class 165](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-congratulates-recruit-class-165/) - On Tuesday, February 15, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted a graduation ceremony for Recruit Class 165 at the Cecil R. Gehr Training Center in East Los Angeles. In front of family and friends, Recruit Class 165 graduated with 39 recruits, including six women and five military veterans. Interim Fire Chief Anthony
- [Meet Deputy Fire Chief Eleni Pappas](https://fire.lacounty.gov/meet-the-first-female-lacofd-deputy-fire-chief-eleni-pappas/) - In 1992, Deputy Fire Chief Eleni Pappas was an undergraduate student at the University of Southern California when the Los Angeles riots erupted, causing civil unrest for several days. While it was happening, she never left her 400 square-foot apartment and remembers being inspired by the fire trucks that kept the city standing. She knew
- [LACoFD Ready for the Big Game, Super Bowl LVI](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-ready-for-super-bowl-lvi/) - While everyone gets ready for Super Bowl LVI, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) has already been preparing for the big game for the past two years. With Super Bowl locations and games always scheduled and set well in advance, a small group of Department members traveled to and visited prior Super Bowl games
- [LACoFD Reaches Record-Breaking Emergency Calls](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-reaches-record-breaking-emergency-calls/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) rang in the new year with record-breaking emergency calls! January 2022 was the Department's busiest month of all time. The Department's Communications Center recorded nearly 40,500 incident calls. This was the first time the Department went above 40,000 calls in month - and also the first time the
- [LACoFD Honors Fire Fighter Jonathan Flagler](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-honors-fire-fighter-jonathan-flagler/) - On Thursday, January 20, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted a flag ceremony at Fire Station 13 in the City of Vernon to honor Fire Fighter Jonathan Flagler. FF Flagler died in the line of duty after battling a house fire in early January. Before transitioning to the LACoFD in October 2020,
- [LACoFD HHMD Graduates Two Training Academy Classes](https://fire.lacounty.gov/hhmd-academy-graduation/) - By Christie Mochinaga, Health Hazardous Materials Specialist III The Los Angeles County Fire Department’s Health Hazardous Materials Division (HHMD) recently graduated two Hazardous Materials Specialist classes which will help fill 39 of 40 vacancies within the division’s six inspection offices throughout the County. Each class completed a ten-week training academy. The academy consisted of classroom
- [Spotlight on the LACoFD Payroll Services Section](https://fire.lacounty.gov/payroll-services-section-spotlight/) - By Kaelyn Floyd The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) is spotlighting the Human Resources Division’s (HRD) Payroll Services Section for its integral role in daily Department operations. Twenty-five staff members, who have dedicated over 20 years of service to LACoFD, process pay for 5,000 employees by performing a variety of complex tasks that require
- [Firefighters Reunite with Young Boy Whose Mother Tragically Passed Away](https://fire.lacounty.gov/firefighters-reunite-with-young-boy-whose-mother-tragically-passed-away/) - On January 11, 2022, Los Angeles County firefighters from Fire Station 118 and members of the Industry Sheriff’s Department teamed up to meet with a six-year-old boy to brighten his day. The young boy had tragically and unexpectedly lost his mother in late December. First responders who had initially responded to his family’s emergency in
- [Theresa Barrera Promoted to DC of Admin Services Bureau](https://fire.lacounty.gov/santa-monica-mountains-graph-55/) - On January 7, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) announced the promotion of Theresa Barrera as the new Deputy Fire Chief of the Administrative Services Bureau (ASB). Chief Barrera’s responsibilities include overseeing the Department’s $1.4 billion budget and providing executive oversight of the Financial Management, Human Resources, and Materials Management Divisions. Since joining
- [Congratulations, LACoFD Retirees!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-november-retirees/) - Congratulations to the following Los Angeles County Fire Department employees who recently retired from County Service in November 2021: Battalion Chief David Toigo, East Bureau Fire Captain Todd Hewett, Central Bureau Fire Captain Andy Nicassio, North Bureau Fire Captain David Scanlan, North Bureau Fire Fighter Chris Lambert, East Bureau Loretta Bagwell, Planning Analyst, Planning Division
- [LACoFD Prepares Future Firefighters at Girls’ Fire Camp](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-prepares-future-firefighters-at-girls-fire-camp/) - On Saturday, September 28, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted its fifth annual Girls’ Fire Camp for participants between 14 to 19 years old at the Cecil R. Gehr Fire Combat Training Center in East Los Angeles.
- [El Monte & Hermosa Beach Host Events with Local First Responders](https://fire.lacounty.gov/el-monte-hermosa-beach-host-events-with-local-first-responders/) - On Saturday, September 28, 2019, California State Senator Susan Rubio, South El Monte Mayor Gloria Olmos, Mayor Pro Tem Manual Acosta and Council Member Richard Angel presented a recognition plaque to firefighters at the 13th annual Fire Station 90 Appreciation Day.
- [Supervisors Proclaim Fire Prevention Month & Present Perpetual Fire Prevention Award](https://fire.lacounty.gov/supervisors-proclaim-fire-prevention-month-present-perpetual-fire-prevention-award/) - On Tuesday, October 1, 2019, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors proclaimed October as “Fire Prevention Month” and also recognized Fire Prevention’s 27th annual Perpetual Fire Prevention Award of Excellence honoree, Fire Captain Jason Nuesca.
- [Residents of Whittier Pay Tribute to LACoFD Firefighters](https://fire.lacounty.gov/residents-of-whittier-pay-tribute-to-lacofd-firefighters/) - By Kaelyn Floyd Los Angeles County Fire Chief Daryl Osby was joined by Fourth District County Supervisor Janice Hahn and the City of Whittier’s community leaders and dignitaries for the unveiling of a long-awaited firefighter tribute sculpture on Thursday, October 3, 2019, at Fire Station 28. The piece “Stronger Together” pays tribute to the heroic
- [LACoFD Firefighters Raise Money for St. Jude Research Hospital](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-firefighters-raise-money-for-st-jude-research-hospital/) - On Thursday evening, September 26, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Division IV personnel participated in a “Tip a Firefighter” fundraiser night at Chili’s restaurant in La Habra to benefit for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Each year since 2007, the restaurant chain commits to raising 30 million dollars to sponsor the St.
- [First Responders Help Norwalk Kids Kick-Off School Year](https://fire.lacounty.gov/first-responders-help-norwalk-kids-kick-off-school-year/) - Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) firefighters from Fire Station 20, along with deputies from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, were paired with children to select new shoes, clothing and school supplies at a Target store in Norwalk.
- [Cardiac Arrest Survivor Reunites with LACoFD Firefighters](https://fire.lacounty.gov/cardiac-arrest-survivor-reunites-with-lacofd-firefighters/) - On Friday, October 4, 2019, Sherry Holcomb and her family reunited with Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) firefighters from Station 21 in Lawndale to express their sincere gratitude for saving her life.
- [LACoFD Firefighters Participate in Alive & Running 5K for Suicide Prevention](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-firefighters-participate-in-alive-running-5k-for-suicide-prevention/) - Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) firefighters from Station 45 in Lakewood participated in the 21st annual Alive & Running 5K for Suicide Prevention in honor of Aaron Yanagisawa, the 14-year-old son of Battalion Chief Al Yanagisawa.
- [LACoFD in Unified Command for Saddleridge Fire](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-in-unified-command-for-saddleridge-fire/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department is in unified command with the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD), Los Angeles Police Department, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and the US Forest Service to battle the Saddleridge Fire.
- [Inglewood Chamber Honors LACoFD Firefighters](https://fire.lacounty.gov/inglewood-chamber-honors-lacofd-firefighters/) - At its 14th annual Police and Fire Appreciation Luncheon at the Crowne Plaza in Los Angeles on September 19, 2019, the Inglewood Airport Area Chamber of Commerce honored Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Battalion Chief Mark Tolbert, Fire Captain Leigh-Ann Orr and Fire Fighter Paramedic Zachary Balderrama for their dedicated public service.
- [LACoFD USAR Team Members Attend World INSARAG Meeting](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-usar-team-members-attend-world-insarag-meeting/) - Last week, members of the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) USA-2 team attended a week-long International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG) meeting in Santiago, Chile on October 8-12, 2019.
- [LACoFD Joins Officials to Participate in Multi-Agency Great CA ShakeOut](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-joins-officials-to-participate-in-multi-agency-great-ca-shakeout/) - On Thursday, October 17, 2019, Los Angeles County Fire Chief Daryl Osby joined Fourth District Supervisor Janice Hahn and other local officials for a news conference about the Great California ShakeOut disaster preparedness drill at Biola University in La Mirada.
- [Supervisor Hahn Hosts Public Safety Appreciation BBQ](https://fire.lacounty.gov/supervisor-hahn-hosts-public-safety-appreciation-bbq/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Division IV and VIII participated in Fourth District Supervisor Janice Hahn’s third annual Public Safety Appreciation Barbecue Luncheon at the Hacienda Heights Community Center on Thursday, October 17, 2019.
- [LACoFD Hosts October 2019 Promotional Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-hosts-october-2019-promotional-ceremony/) - Los Angeles County Fire Chief Daryl L. Osby and the Executive Team hosted a promotional ceremony on Wednesday, October 23, 2019, to congratulate employees who have been promoted to the next stage in their careers.
- [LACoFD & LAFD Assist Cardiac Arrest Patient](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-lafd-assist-cardiac-arrest-patient-during-saddleridge-fire/) - In the early morning hours of October 11, 2019, crew members from Los Angeles County Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Strike Team 1120 and Engine 8 were dispatched to defend homes threatened by flames during the Saddleridge Fire.
- [Fire Station 33 Hosts Dinner for Antelope Valley HS Football Team](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-station-33-hosts-dinner-for-antelope-valley-hs-football-team/) - Team members from Fire Station 33 in Lancaster hosted a pre-game spaghetti dinner for the Antelope Valley High School football team on Thursday, October 17, 2019.
- [Saddleridge Fire Update](https://fire.lacounty.gov/saddleridge-fire-update/) - On Thursday, October 10, 2019, at around 9 p.m., the Saddleridge Fire broke out in the communities of Sylmar, Granada Hills and Porter Ranch.
- [Fire Behavior Cadre Teaches at Firehouse Expo](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-behavior-cadre-teaches-at-firehouse-expo/) - Members of the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Fire Behavior Burn Cadre participated in the 2019 Firehouse Expo from October 8-12, 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee.
- [Congratulations, New LACoFD Retirees!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/new-lacofd-retirees/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department recognizes 13 team members who recently retired from County service during the months of August and September.
- [LACoFD Battles the Tick Fire](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-battles-the-tick-fire/) - On Thursday, October 24, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) responded to a fast-moving fire near the communities of Agua Dulce and Canyon Country.
- [Tick Fire Update](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tick-fire-update/) - The Tick Fire began at 1:42 p.m. on Thursday, October 24, 2019 near Canyon Country. Within minutes, it escalated to a third alarm fire.
- [Wildfires Blaze through Southern California](https://fire.lacounty.gov/wildfires-blaze-through-southern-california/) - Throughout Southern California, extreme wind conditions and low humidity contributed to a busy week for fire agencies.
- [Meet the New LACoFD HHMD Chief](https://fire.lacounty.gov/meet-the-new-lacofd-hhmd-chief/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) promoted Assistant Chief Mario Tresierras to the position of Chief for the Health Hazardous Materials Division, Prevention Services Bureau. Chief Tresierras assumed his new position on October 17, 2019.
- [Chief Osby Motivates Future Firefighters](https://fire.lacounty.gov/chief-osby-motivates-future-firefighters/) - Los Angeles County Fire Chief Daryl Osby paid a visit to a fire education course for high school students at Somerset High School in Bellflower on Monday, October 21, 2019.
- [LACoFD Firefighters Celebrated as Local Heroes](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-firefighters-local-heroes/) - Recently, two Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) firefighters were honored for their outstanding public service in the community.
- [2019 Lakewood Award of Valor Recognizes First Responders](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2019-lakewood-award-of-valor-recognizes-first-responders/) - At this year’s City of Lakewood Award of Valor Luncheon, Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Battalion Chief William Mayfield and firefighters from Fire Station 94 were recognized for their heroism and outstanding service to the community.
- [Congresswoman Napolitano Honors LACoFD Firefighters](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congresswoman-napolitano-honors-lacofd-firefighters/) - On Thursday, November 7, 2019, Congresswoman Grace F. Napolitano of the 32nd District hosted her annual First Responders and Military Legislative Breakfast at the Grace T. Black Auditorium in El Monte.
- [PSPSA Presents Meritorious Service Team Award to LACoFD](https://fire.lacounty.gov/pspsa-presents-meritorious-service-team-award-to-lacofd/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Peer Support Team received the Meritorious Service Team Award at the fourth annual Public Safety Peer Support Association’s (PSPSA) Wellness on the Frontline Conference in San Diego on Wednesday, November 6, 2019.
- [LACoFD Competes in Annual Dragon Boat Race](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-competes-dragon-boat-race/) - For the consecutive third year, the Los Angeles County Fire Department's (LACoFD) Health Hazardous Materials Division (HHMD) competed in the 7th annual Los Angeles County Dragon Boat Festival at the Santa Fe Dam Recreational Area in the City of Irwindale on Saturday, October 5, 2019.
- [Celebrating 35 Years of the LACoFD's Family Support Group](https://fire.lacounty.gov/celebrating-35-years-of-the-lacofds-family-support-group/) - This year marks the 35th year of the Los Angeles County Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Family Support Group. A celebratory luncheon was held on Wednesday, November 13, 2019, at the Los Angeles County Fire Museum in Bellflower to commemorate the special occasion.
- [LACoFD Partners with Dr. Lucy Jones to Promote Resiliency](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-partners-with-dr-lucy-jones-to-promote-resiliency/) - Los Angeles County Fire Chief Daryl L. Osby attended a campaign kick-off to support the launch of Dr. Lucy Jones’ Community Resiliency Pilot Program at Huntington Park City Hall on Tuesday, November 12, 2019.
- [Girl Scouts of Greater LA Teams Up with LACoFD to Teach & Empower](https://fire.lacounty.gov/girl-scouts-of-greater-la-teams-up-with-lacofd-to-teach-empower/) - On Sunday, November 3, 2019, Chief Deputy Dawnna Lawrence and Los Angeles County firefighters from Fire Station 141, along with members of Division 2 and the Community Outreach, Recruitment, Diversity, and Inclusion (CORDI) section, participated in the Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles’ (GSGLA) event, known as the “Family Fit Fair”.
- [CA State Senator & Fifth District Supervisor Host Wildfire Town Hall with LACoFD](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ca-state-senator-fifth-district-supervisor-host-wildfire-town-hall-with-lacofd/) - California State Senator Anthony J. Portantino of the 25th District and Los Angeles County Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger hosted a joint wildfire town hall meeting on Monday, November 18, 2019, at Lone Hill Middle School in San Dimas.
- [Baldwin Park Business Association Recognizes LACoFD Firefighter](https://fire.lacounty.gov/baldwin-park-business-association-recognizes-lacofd-firefighter/) - Los Angeles County Fire Fighter Specialist (FFS) Stephen Doreck of Fire Station 29 in Baldwin Park was honored at the Baldwin Park Business Association's second annual First Responders Recognition Luncheon.
- [LACoFD Lifeguards Escort History-Making Crew on Voyage](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-lifeguards-escort-history-making-crew-on-voyage/) - On Saturday, November 2, 2019, an all-female crew of the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Lifeguard Division escorted a 58-foot racing yacht, known as the Maiden, out of Marina Del Rey harbor.
- [Flag Ceremony Honors Retired Fire Chief Bragdon](https://fire.lacounty.gov/flag-ceremony-honors-retired-fire-chief-bragdon/) - Members of the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted a flag ceremony for retired Fire Chief Clyde A. Bragdon, Jr. to honor his life and outstanding career in the fire service.
- [LACoFD Flag Ceremony for Beloved Team Member](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-flag-ceremony-for-beloved-team-member/) - On Tuesday, December 3, 2019, members of the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted a flag ceremony at Fire Station 118 in the City of Industry in honor of Medium Truck Driver Dennis Rogers.
- [Letter of Thanks to LACoFD Helicopter Pilots](https://fire.lacounty.gov/letter-of-thanks-to-lacofd-helicopter-pilots/) - The following is a letter of appreciation from a resident affected by the recent Cave Fire in Santa Barbara County. He sent his thanks and gratitude for all the fire agencies, including the Los Angeles County Fire Department, who assisted in protecting his family and home...
- [LACoFD Firefighters & Explorers Assist with Operation Gobble Gobble](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-firefighters-explorers-assist-with-operation-gobble-gobble/) - Recently, Los Angeles County firefighters from Fire Station 32, along with members of Explorer Post 2, assisted First District Supervisor Hilda Solis with “Operation Gobble Gobble” at Valleydale Park in Azusa.
- [Ontario Reign Recognizes Claremont Fire Captain as “Hero”](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ontario-reign-recognizes-claremont-fire-captain-as-hero/) - On Friday, November 29, 2019, the Ontario Reign hockey team honored Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Captain Brian Cieslak from Station 102 as its “Hero of the Night” at the Toyota Arena in Ontario.
- [Board of Supervisors Approves Tax Measure for 2020 Ballot](https://fire.lacounty.gov/board-of-supervisors-approves-tax-measure-for-2020-ballot/) - On Tuesday, December 3, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department received full support from the Board of Supervisors to place a local parcel tax measure on the March 3, 2020 ballot.
- [LACoFD and LAFD Host Holiday Safety News Conference](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-and-lafd-host-holiday-safety-news-conference/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) joined the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) and the Grossman Burn Center to host a holiday safety news conference at LAFD's Frank Hotchkin Memorial Training Center on Thursday, December 5, 2019.
- [Formal Graduation Celebrates UAV Paramedic Class 28](https://fire.lacounty.gov/formal-graduation-celebrates-uav-paramedic-class-28/) - A formal graduation ceremony was held for five Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) firefighters who recently graduated from the University of Antelope Valley's (UAV) Paramedic Education Training on December 6, 2019, in the UAV Ballroom in Lancaster.
- [Pomona Chamber of Commerce Honors Two LACoFD Firefighters](https://fire.lacounty.gov/pomona-chamber-of-commerce-honors-two-lacofd-firefighters/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department's (LACoFD) Fire Fighter Specialist (FFS) Patrick Fraser and Fire Fighter (FFPM) Paramedic Franklin Kaihewalu from Fire Station 184 were recognized at the Pomona Chamber of Commerce's fifth annual Holiday for Heroes luncheon.
- [Celebrating 27 Years of the Spark of Love Toy Drive](https://fire.lacounty.gov/celebrating-27-years-of-the-spark-of-love-toy-drive/) - From now until December 24, 2019, Los Angeles County fire stations are welcoming donations of new, unwrapped toys and sports equipment as part of the annual Spark of Love toy drive.
- [Congratulations, October 2019 Retirees!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-october-2019-retirees/) - Congratulations to the following Los Angeles County Fire Department employees who recently retired in October from County service!
- [LACoFD Fire Chief Attends 2019 Smart and Safe Cities Forum](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-fire-chief-attends-2019-smart-and-safe-cities-forum/) - On Thursday, December 12, 2019, Los Angeles County Fire Chief Daryl Osby attended the 2019 Smart and Safe Cities Forum where he shared his perspectives about the fire service and the importance of technology in protecting lives and property.
- [Congrats, Fire Fighter Paramedic Recruit Class 154!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congrats-fire-fighter-paramedic-recruit-class-154/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department's (LACoFD) Fire Fighter Paramedic Recruit Class 154 formally graduated from its fire academy. The graduation was held on Friday, December 20, 2019, at the Cecil R. Gehr Fire Combat Center at Department headquarters.
- [LACoFD Wins Cardiac Arrest Survival Video Contest](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-wins-cardiac-arrest-survival-video-contest/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department's Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Bureau's video,"Can't Stop Compressing", won the 2019 Cardiac Arrest Survival Video Contest, co-sponsored by the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation and the Citizen CPR Foundation.
- [Flag Ceremony for Ret. Capt. Thomas Robertson](https://fire.lacounty.gov/flag-ceremony-for-ret-capt-thomas-robertson/) - On Wednesday, December 18, 2019, a flag ceremony was held at Fire Station 3 to honor the life and service of retired Los Angeles County Fire Captain Thomas “Robbie” Robertson who recently passed away at the age of 80 in November.
- [City of Covina Honors LACoFD Firefighter for Outstanding Service](https://fire.lacounty.gov/city-of-covina-honors-lacofd-firefighter-for-outstanding-service/) - The City of Covina honored Los Angeles County Fire Department's (LACoFD) Fire Fighter Specialist (FFS) Jason Olivieri from Fire Station 154 as its "Firefighter of the Year" on Tuesday, December 17, 2019.
- [Firefighters Deliver Holiday Joy to Local Children](https://fire.lacounty.gov/firefighters-deliver-holiday-joy-to-local-children/) - On Thursday, December 19, 2019, students at Kwis Elementary School in Hacienda Heights were surprised with a visit from Santa Claus and Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) firefighters from Fire Station 118.
- [LACoFD Releases Last Quarter of 2019 Statistics](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-releases-2019-statistics-for-incidents/) - On Thursday, January 2, 2020, the Los Angeles County Fire Department's (LACoFD) Communications Center released its statistics for the last quarter of 2019.
- [WFPA Set for February 22, 2020](https://fire.lacounty.gov/2020-wfpa/) - Annually, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) hosts the Women's Fire Prep Academy (WFPA) to teach individuals hands-on skills that are beneficial for a career in the fire service.
- [LACoFD Congratulates Newly Promoted Team Members!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-promotional-ceremony/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) proudly hosted a ceremony to celebrate 27 newly promoted team members. The event took place in the MAYNE Events Center's banquet room in Bellflower on Wednesday, January 15, 2020.
- [LA County Fire Museum Celebrates 2019 Retirees](https://fire.lacounty.gov/la-county-fire-museum-celebrates-2019-retirees/) - On Tuesday, January 21, 2020, the Los Angeles County Fire Museum in Bellflower hosted the first-ever retiree luncheon to acknowledge the dedication and service of Department personnel who retired in 2019. The Fire Museum's Board of Directors and Los Angeles County Fire Chief Daryl Osby expressed their gratitude to all the guests who attended the
- [Fire Chief Receives SCV Chamber's Public Service Award](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-chief-receives-scv-chambers-public-service-award/) - Fire Chief Daryl Osby of the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) was recognized at the Santa Clarita Valley (SCV) Chamber of Commerce's 97th annual Awards & Installation Gala at the Hyatt Regency Valencia on Friday, January 24, 2020.
- [LACoFD Participates in 2020 Kingdom Day Parade](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-participates-in-2020-kingdom-day-parade/) - Celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Chief Deputy Dawnna Lawrence and Deputy Chief William McCloud of the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD), along with several team members, proudly participated in the 35th Annual Kingdom Day Parade on Monday, January 20, 2020, in Los Angeles. This year’s theme was “Equality
- [East Regional Ops Bureau Receives Board Recognition](https://fire.lacounty.gov/east-regional-ops-bureau-receives-board-recognition/) - On Tuesday, January 14, 2020, First District Supervisor Hilda Solis recognized members of the Los Angeles County Fire Department’s (LACoFD) East Regional Operations Bureau for their dedicated commitment to County residents.
- [Meet New Forestry Division Chief Ron Durbin](https://fire.lacounty.gov/meet-new-forestry-division-chief-ron-durbin/) - The move-in process is gradual for the Los Angeles County Fire Department’s new Forestry Division Chief, Ron Durbin, who was appointed to the position in early January.
- [LACoFD Receives Cal Water Grant for Water-Saving Pump Pod](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-receives-cal-water-grant-for-water-saving-pump-pod/) - Recently, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) received one of two grants from California Water Service through its conservation incentive and rebate program. The other grant was given to the Visalia Fire Department.
- [BC Roland Sprewell Joins Employee Services Section and PIO](https://fire.lacounty.gov/bc-roland-sprewell-joins-employee-services-section-and-pio/) - In December 2019, Battalion Chief Roland Sprewell assumed his duties, overseeing the Employee Services Section (ESS) and Public Information Office (PIO) of the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD).
- [LACoFD Recognizes Good Samaritan for Performing Life-Saving CPR](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-recognizes-good-samaritan-for-performing-life-saving-cpr/) - On Friday, January 24, 2020, Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) personnel from Fire Station 156 held a recognition ceremony in honor of Valencia resident Shelby Stuckey.
- [LACoFD AC Alkonis Receives Firefighter Fitness Leadership Award](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-ac-alkonis-receives-firefighter-fitness-leadership-award/) - Assistant Fire Chief Derek Alkonis of the Los Angeles County Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Air and Wildland Division received the very first Firefighter Fitness Leadership Award presented at an event hosted by Los Angeles Lakers strength coach Gunnar Peterson and FitFighter founder and CEO Sarah Apgar.
- [LA Clippers Star Donates Superhero Dolls for Children to LACoFD](https://fire.lacounty.gov/la-clippers-star-donates-superhero-dolls-for-children-to-lacofd/) - Recently, Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul George donated superhero dolls to the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) to provide emotional support to children dealing with emergency trauma.
- [LACoFD Lifeguard Receives Navy Club’s Military Excellence Award](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-lifeguard-receives-navy-clubs-military-excellence-award/) - On January 24, 2020, Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Ocean Lifeguard Rafael Ribiero Gonclaves was awarded the Navy Club of the United States’ Military Excellence Award (MEA) for being the top graduate in his recruit training group.
- [LACoFD Firefighters Honored at Bellflower’s B.R.A.V.O. Awards](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-firefighters-honored-at-bellflowers-b-r-a-v-o-awards/) - Members of the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) gathered at the William and Jane Bristol Civic Auditorium to be recognized for their dedicated service at the 26th annual City of Bellflower’s BRAVO Awards luncheon on Thursday, February 6, 2020. BRAVO stands for Bellflower Recognizes Acts of Valor and Outstanding service.
- [Newly Promoted Ocean Lifeguard Specialists Complete Academy](https://fire.lacounty.gov/newly-promoted-ocean-lifeguard-specialists-complete-academy/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Lifeguard Division promoted four new Ocean Lifeguard Specialists on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at Will Rogers State Beach.
- [Thousand Oaks Elks Lodge Honors LACoFD Fire Captain](https://fire.lacounty.gov/thousand-oaks-elks-lodge-honors-lacofd-fire-captain/) - On Friday, February 7, 2020, Los Angeles County Fire Captain Jay Fernandez of Fire Station 144 in Westlake Village was honored by members of the Thousand Oaks Elks Lodge during its Law Enforcement and Firefighter Appreciation Night.
- [Grateful Cardiac Arrest Patient Reunites with LACoFD Dispatcher](https://fire.lacounty.gov/grateful-cardiac-arrest-patient-reunites-with-lacofd-dispatcher/) - On Saturday, February 8, 2020, Brent Hill and his family visited the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Dispatch Center to personally thank Fire Dispatcher Nicholas Colbert for helping to save his life.
- [Congratulations to the Newly Promoted LACoFD Team Members!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-to-the-newly-promoted-lacofd-team-members/) - On Wednesday, February 19, 2020, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted a promotional ceremony in the MAYNE Events Center’s banquet room at the Los Angeles County Fire Department Museum in Bellflower.
- [USAR & URRU Teams Use New Sonar Technology During Recent Search](https://fire.lacounty.gov/usar-urru-teams-use-new-sonar-technology-during-recent-search/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Lifeguard Division responded to a report of a missing boater on Wednesday, February 5, 2020, in Lake Palmdale.
- [LACoFD PIO Team Recognized at Golden Mike Awards](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-pio-team-recognized-at-golden-mike-awards/) - On Saturday, February 15, 2020, the Radio and Television News Association (RTNA) held its 70th annual Golden Mike Awards ceremony and presented the 2020 Freedom of Information Award to public information officers in Southern California, including team members from the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD).
- [LACoFD Fire Fighter Paramedic Thomas Sullivan Honored as “Medic of the Year”](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-fire-fighter-paramedic-thomas-sullivan-honored-as-medic-of-the-year/) - This year, LAC+USC Hospital recognized Los Angeles County Fire Fighter Paramedic Thomas Sullivan as its “Medic of the Year”.
- [LACoFD Firefighters Graduate from PTI Class 252](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-firefighters-graduate-from-pti-class-252/) - Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted a formal ceremony for 11 firefighters who graduated from the Paramedic Training Institute on Thursday, February 20, 2020. Family and friends attended the event that was held at the El Camino Community College’s Marsee Auditorium in Torrance. Congratulations to each of the following graduates of PTI Class 252!
- [2020 Women’s Fire Prep Academy Begins](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofds-2020-womens-fire-prep-academy-begins/) - On Saturday, February 22, Fire Chief Daryl Osby kicked off this year’s Women’s Fire Prep Academy (WFPA). He was joined by Chief Deputy Dawnna Lawrence, Assistant Fire Chief Eleni Pappas, members of the Women’s Fire League, Chief Operating Officer Fesia Davenport from the Chief Executive Office and Staff Assistant Daisy Martinez who represented First District Supervisor Hilda Solis.
- [LACoFD's USAR Program Gears Up for 30-Year Celebration](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofds-usar-program-gears-up-for-30-year-celebration/) - After several Los Angeles County firefighters nearly drowned while conducting rescues during major floods in 1982 and 1983, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) embarked on a program to develop advanced technical rescue capabilities. The Department soon implemented a rope rescue program and later developed a swiftwater rescue program.
- [APRU Pilot Program Shows Success in Helping Patients](https://fire.lacounty.gov/apru-pilot-program-shows-success-in-helping-patients/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Advanced Provider Response Unit (APRU) pilot program launched at the end of 2019 and has shown progress since its initiation.
- [LACoFD HHMD Supervisor Receives Award from CUPA](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-hhmd-supervisor-receives-award-from-cupa/) - Supervising Hazardous Materials Specialist Fariba Khaledan from the Health Hazardous Materials Division’s California Accidental Release Prevention Program (CalARP) received the Outstanding CUPA Individual Award at the 22nd annual California Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA) Training Conference.
- [LACoFD Captain Honored as Temple City’s “Firefighter of the Year”](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-captain-honored-as-temple-citys-firefighter-of-the-year/) - At the Temple City council meeting on Tuesday, February 18, 2020, Mayor Nanette Fish presented Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Captain Ruben Ortiz with a plaque, recognizing him as the city’s 2019 “Firefighter of the Year”.
- [Reunion Between Fire Captain and Grateful Patient](https://fire.lacounty.gov/reunion-between-fire-captain-and-grateful-patient/) - Tears of gratitude flowed from retired Judge Teresa Sanchez-Gordon who expressed her overwhelming appreciation to Los Angeles County Fire Captain Guadalupe Munoz.
- [LA Clippers Honor LACoFD Firefighters as Community Heroes](https://fire.lacounty.gov/la-clippers-honor-lacofd-firefighters-as-community-heroes/) - During halftime at the Clippers’ home basketball game against the Memphis Grizzlies, Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) firefighters, who are also members of the Los Angeles County Stentorians, were recognized as community heroes in honor of Black History Month.
- [LACoFD's “Platform to Dream” Wins BOS Chair’s Challenge](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofds-platform-to-dream-wins-bos-chairs-challenge/) - On Wednesday, March 4, 2020, the Board of Supervisors honored the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) as the winner of the inaugural Chair’s Challenge for the “Platform to Dream” youth leadership and mentoring program.
- [Regional Chamber of Commerce SGV Salutes First Responders](https://fire.lacounty.gov/regional-chamber-of-commerce-sgv-salutes-first-responders/) - The Regional Chamber of Commerce San Gabriel Valley recently honored Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Fire Fighter Paramedics (FFPM) Joseph Arambula and Jeremy Munyon for their dedication at the annual “Salute to Heroes” prayer breakfast at the Diamond Bar Center on Thursday, February 27, 2020.
- [LACoFD’s East Regional Ops Bureau Hosts 2020 VIP Tour](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofds-east-regional-ops-bureau-hosts-2020-vip-tour/) - On Thursday, March 5, 2020, the Los Angeles County Fire Department’s (LACoFD) East Regional Operations Bureau hosted its annual VIP tour for city council members and community stakeholders within Divisions II, IV, VIII and IX.
- [LACoFD Team Members Recognized for Helping Homeless](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-team-members-recognized-for-helping-homeless/) - On Tuesday, March 10, 2020, Los Angeles County Fourth District Supervisor Janice Hahn recognized members of the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) for assisting with the development of the Harbor Interfaith homeless shelter in San Pedro.
- [Congratulations, LACoFD Retirees!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-lacofd-retirees-2/) - Congratulations to the following Los Angeles County Fire Department employees who recently retired in November and December 2019 from County service!
- [LACoFD Firefighters Graduate from UCLA Paramedic Program](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-firefighters-graduate-from-ucla-paramedic-program/) - On Friday, September 27, 2019, a formal ceremony for nine Los Angeles County firefighters was held to celebrate their graduation from the University of California, Los Angeles Paramedic Education Training program.
- [LACoFD Firefighters Honored at Annual IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-firefighters-honored-at-annual-iaff-fallen-fire-fighter-memorial/) - The International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) honored Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Battalion Chief Roy Chapman, Fire Fighter Specialist Robert Brantley and Fire Fighter Russell Fagan at this year’s memorial ceremony in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The event took place on Saturday, September 21, 2019.
- [Incident Command Trailers Now Available for Deployment](https://fire.lacounty.gov/incident-command-trailers-now-available-for-deployment/) - Recently, the Los Angeles County Fire Department's last of three new all-hazard incident management trailers arrived.
- [Happy Retirement, LACoFD Retirees!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/happy-retirement-lacofd-retirees/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department congratulates all of the employees who recently retired from County service during the month of March.
- [LACoFD Junior Lifeguard Program Graduates 69 Cadets!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-junior-lifeguard-program-graduates-69-cadets/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department Lifeguard Division’s Junior Lifeguard Program graduated 69 cadets on Sunday, September 8, 2019, at the Dockweiler Youth Center in Playa Del Rey.
- [First District Supervisor Solis Honors LACoFD CSL Rosemary Vivero](https://fire.lacounty.gov/first-district-supervisor-solis-honors-lacofd-csl-rosemary-vivero/) - On Tuesday, September 17, 2019, First District Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda Solis hosted her annual Hispanic Heritage Month reception at the Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration in Los Angeles to honor influential community leaders.
- [LACoFD Recognized as Community Heroes by Supervisor Solis](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-recognized-as-community-heroes-by-supervisor-solis/) - On Sunday, September 1, 2019, First District Supervisor Hilda Solis hosted her Community Heroes reception at the Los Angeles County Fair in Pomona.
- [CCCA Hosts Meeting & Dinner with LACoFD](https://fire.lacounty.gov/ccca-lacofd-boardofdirectors-dinnermeeting/) - On Thursday, September 12, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) and the Association of Chief Officers hosted their annual California Contract Cities Association (CCCA) Board of Directors regular meeting and dinner at Tony P’s Dockside Grill in Marina Del Rey.
- [LACoFD & LAFD Remember Victims of 9/11](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-lafd-remember-victims-of-9-11/) - On Wednesday, September 11, 2019, Los Angeles County Fire Chief Daryl Osby joined Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger, City of Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, Los Angeles City Fire Chief Ralph Terrazas, Los Angeles Police Chief Michel Moore and Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva at the Frank Hotchkin Memorial Training Center to remember the victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks in 2001.
- [LACoFD Employees Graduate from Executive Leadership Development Program](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-employees-graduate-from-executive-leadership-development-program/) - On Thursday, June 20, 2019, Assistant Fire Chiefs Dennis Breshears and Eleni Pappas of the Los Angeles County Fire Department graduated from the Executive Leadership Development Program (ELDP). The graduation reception took place at the USC Hotel in Los Angeles.
- [LACoFD Assists Kern County in Earthquake Response](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-assists-kern-county-in-earthquake-response/) - Shortly after last week's back-to-back earthquakes, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) deployed members of its Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) teams to assist with recovery efforts in Kern County.
- [Board of Supervisors Recognizes LACoFD for Receiving NACo Award](https://fire.lacounty.gov/board-of-supervisors-recognizes-lacofd-for-receiving-naco-award/) - Recently, the National Association of Counties' (NACo) presented 22 County departments with 2019 Achievement Awards in a variety of categories. At the weekly Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, July 23, 2019, Fourth District Supervisor Janice Hahn recognized award winners, including the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD), during scroll presentations.
- [LACoFD Receives a $205K Grant for Cardiac Arrest Care](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-receives-a-205k-grant-for-cardiac-arrest-care/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) recently received a $205,000 grant from the County of Los Angeles Quality and Productivity Commission to purchase 10 mechanical CPR devices for rescue boats in its fleet.
- [LACoFD Wins the NAEMSP CPR Challenge with “Can’t Stop Compressing”](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-wins-the-naemsp-cpr-challenge-with-cant-stop-compressing/) - On August 11, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Emergency Medical Services Bureau (EMSB) and Training Services Division won the National Association of EMS Physicians CPR video contest that challenged EMS professionals to help educate the public on sidewalk or (bystander) CPR. “We wanted the song and the video to be fun, current,
- [USAR Task Force Members Respond to Hurricane Dorian](https://fire.lacounty.gov/usar-task-force-members-respond-to-hurricane-dorian/) - In response to the catastrophic Hurricane Dorian, highly skilled Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) team members were deployed across the country to assist with rescue efforts. These highly specialized members work in coordination with the local government to conduct search and rescue missions and other critical operations. On Tuesday,
- [South Gate Police Officers Recognized for Assisting LACoFD](https://fire.lacounty.gov/south-gate-police-officers-recognized-for-assisting-lacofd/) - On Tuesday, July 23, 2019, representatives from the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) attended the South Gate City Council meeting to personally honor South Gate police officers Aaron Krisman and Arturo Macias.
- [51 Years Later, LACoFD Remembers the 1968 Canyon Fire](https://fire.lacounty.gov/51-years-later-lacofd-remembers-the-1968-canyon-fire/) - In collaboration with Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger and the Probation Department, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (Department) hosted a ceremony on August 9, 2019, at Fire Station 97, to dedicate a special memorial plaque to honor eight lives lost during the 1968 Canyon Fire. On August 23, 1968, eight members of Fire Crew
- [LACoFD Firefighters Graduate from the Paramedic Training Institute](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-firefighters-graduate-from-the-paramedic-training-institute/) - Thirteen Los Angeles County firefighters were honored with a formal graduation ceremony for successfully completing the Paramedic Training Institute program. The Los Angeles County Fire Department’s executive team hosted the ceremony at El Camino College in Torrance on Thursday, August 8, 2019. Family and friends attended the celebration to honor Class 250’s remarkable achievement. Congratulations
- [Winning "Close Before You Doze" Video Contest Also Helps Local Fire Departments](https://fire.lacounty.gov/winning-close-before-you-doze-video-contest-also-helps-local-fire-departments/) - If you enjoy making videos, the Underwriters Laboratories’ Firefighter Safety Research Institute (ULFSRI) is encouraging filmmakers to showcase their talent and participate in their “Close Before You Doze” video contest. The contest is open until Saturday, August 31, 2019, and a donation of up to $25,000 will be made to the top three winner’s favorite
- [Los Angeles County Ocean Lifeguards Win United States Lifesaving Association 2019 National Lifeguard Championship](https://fire.lacounty.gov/los-angeles-county-ocean-lifeguards-win-united-states-lifesaving-association-2019-national-lifeguard-championship/) - The Los Angeles County (LAC) Surf Life Saving Association nabbed top honors at the United States Lifesaving Association (USLA) 2019 National Lifeguard Championship held August 7 through August 10, 2019, in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The USLA National Lifeguard Championship is the Super Bowl equivalent of lifeguard competition. Competitors race as individuals and in relays to
- [Divisions II and IV Firefighters Participate in National Night Out Events](https://fire.lacounty.gov/divisions-ii-and-iv-firefighters-participate-in-national-night-out-events/) - During the week of August 6, Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Division II and IV firefighters participated in National Night Out events throughout their respected cities. These annual community-building events feature safety tips, fun activities and entertainment to promote positive relationships between residents and public safety officers. LACoFD set up booths to educate the
- [Congrats to June & July 2019 Retirees!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congrats-to-june-july-2019-retirees/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department congratulates its eight members who retired from County service during the months of June and July.
- [LACoFD Lifeguards Raise Cancer Awareness through SoCal PaddleDown](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-lifeguards-raise-cancer-awareness-through-socal-paddledown/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department’s Lifeguard Division (LACoFD) participated in the “SoCal PaddleDown for Cancer Relay” at Cabrillo Beach on Sunday, August 10, 2019.
- [Battalion Cardfile Captains Meet to Discuss Staffing Plans](https://fire.lacounty.gov/battalion-cardfile-captains-meet-to-discuss-staffing-plans/) - In mid-August, training sessions and meetings were held for all 66 cardfile captains to discuss and learn about on-going strategies that are designed to help relieve staffing challenges throughout the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD).
- [Plaque Dedicated to LACoFD Captain Ted Hall & FFS Arnie Quinones](https://fire.lacounty.gov/plaque-dedicated-to-lacofd-captain-ted-hall-ffs-arnie-quinones/) - On Wednesday, August 28, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted a plaque dedication ceremony in Acton Park for Fire Captain Tedmund “Ted” Hall and Fire Fighter Specialist (FFS) Arnaldo “Arnie” Quinones who tragically lost their lives on August 30, 2009, during the destructive Station Fire.
- [Fire Velo Cyclists Complete One-Week Cancer Awareness Ride](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-velo-cyclists-complete-one-week-cancer-awareness-ride/) - To create more awareness of cancer affecting firefighters, 25 cyclists from the Fire Velo Cycling Club embarked on the annual week-long San Francisco to Los Angeles Cancer Awareness Ride.
- [LACoFD Lifeguards Reunite with 7-Year-Old Patient](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-lifeguards-reunite-with-7-year-old-patient/) - On Tuesday, August 20, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department's (LACoFD) Lifeguard Division, along with the Santa Monica Fire Department and McCormick Ambulance, surprised a seven-year-old at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, days after he suffered a life-threatening emergency.
- [LACoFD Acquires Use of Olive View-UCLA Medical Center Helispot](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-acquires-use-of-olive-view-ucla-medical-center-helispot/) - Recently, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) added a newly renovated Fire Resource Center helispot as another resource in its firefighting efforts, located adjacent to Olive View-UCLA Medical Center in Sylmar.
- [LACoFD and Supervisor Barger Host Media Day for SuperScoopers’ Arrival](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-and-supervisor-barger-host-media-day-for-superscoopers-arrival/) - On Friday, September 6, 2019, Los Angeles County Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger, Fire Chief Daryl L. Osby and Québec delegate Philippe P. Huneault hosted a media day at the Van Nuys Airport to highlight the arrival of two Bombardier CL-415 SuperScoopers. “With increasing dangerous fires and record breaking heat in Southern California, fire safety
- [NACo Achievement Award to Be Presented to LACoFD](https://fire.lacounty.gov/naco-achievement-award-to-be-presented-to-lacofd/) - The National Association of Counties (NACo) honored the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) with a 2019 Achievement Award, in the category of Risk and Emergency Management, for creating the nation's first fire department-based pharmacy.
- [LACoFD Central Region Hosts Fire Service Day](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-central-region-hosts-fire-service-day/) - On Saturday, June 1, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department's (LACoFD) Central Regional Operations Bureau held the final Fire Service Day of this year.
- [Message From Fire Chief Daryl Osby: June 2019](https://fire.lacounty.gov/message-from-fire-chief-daryl-osby-june-2019/) - Decisions we make today will help us shape our future tomorrow. Each step we take is propelling us forward, and every choice we make helps us determine our path. Right now, we are creating and shaping our succession plan.
- [Inglewood Airport Area Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Champions of Change](https://fire.lacounty.gov/inglewood-airport-area-chamber-of-commerce-celebrates-champions-of-change/) - On Thursday, June 13, 2019, the Inglewood Airport Area Chamber of Commerce honored influential women in the community at its Champions of Change ceremony.
- [LACoFD Firefighters Teach Hands-Only CPR at San Dimas Event](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-firefighters-teach-hands-only-cpr-at-san-dimas-event/) - On Thursday, June 20, 2019, the City of San Dimas hosted an open house at its recreation center.
- [LACoFD Lifeguard Division Hosts Ocean Lifeguard Academy 33 Graduation](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-lifeguard-division-hosts-ocean-lifeguard-academy-33-graduation/) - On Saturday, June 22, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department's (LACoFD) Lifeguard Division held a formal graduation ceremony to commemorate the success of Ocean Lifeguard Academy (OLA) 33. The ceremony was held at Dockweiler State Beach's Youth Center in Playa Del Rey.
- [20th Annual March of Dimes BBQ at LAO](https://fire.lacounty.gov/20th-annual-march-of-dimes-bbq-at-lao/) - On Thursday, June 27, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted its 20th Annual March of Dimes Barbecue at Department headquarters to raise funds for this worthwhile cause.
- [LACoFD Hosts USFA Type 3 All-Hazard IMT Course](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-hosts-usfa-type-3-all-hazard-imt-course/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department’s Training Services Division hosted the U.S. Fire Administration’s (USFA) Type 3 All-Hazard Incident Management Team (AHIMT) Course O-305 at Fire Camp 2 in La Cañada Flintridge.
- [Regional Fire Agencies Provide 2019 Fire Season Outlook](https://fire.lacounty.gov/regional-fire-agencies-provide-2019-fire-season-outlook/) - On Friday, June 28, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) was joined by other Southern California public safety agencies at the annual fire season outlook news conference.
- [LACoFD & Lifeguard Division Celebrate 25 Years Together](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-lifeguard-division-celebrate-25-years-together/) - Monday, July 1, 2019 marked the 25th anniversary of the Los Angeles County Lifeguards merging with the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD).
- [AHA Recognizes LACoFD with Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold Plus Award](https://fire.lacounty.gov/aha-recognizes-lacofd-with-mission-lifeline-ems-gold-plus-award/) - For the fourth year in a row, the American Heart Association (AHA) recognized the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) by honoring it with its 2019 Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold Plus Award.
- [LACoFD Welcomes EMS Fellow, Dr. Natalia Alvarez](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-welcomes-ems-fellow-dr-natalia-alvarez/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) is proud to welcome Dr. Natalia Alvarez who is participating in a fellowship program through the Los Angeles County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. The fellowship program prepares emergency physicians to become an EMS specialist and eventually work as a medical director of an EMS program or fire department.
- [Meet & Greet with New Third Party Workers' Comp Administrator](https://fire.lacounty.gov/meet-greet-with-new-third-party-workers-comp-administrator/) - On Friday, July 12, 2019, Los Angeles County Fire Chief Daryl Osby, along with members of the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Local 1014 and various County officials, met with representatives from the Department's new third party workers' compensation administrator, Sedgwick.
- [Fire Agencies Train Together in Night-Time Air Operations](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-agencies-train-together-in-night-time-air-operations/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) joined the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) and other Southern California regional agencies in air operations trainings that focused on night wildland fire and night vision goggle drills. During the week of July 8, 2019, the Angeles National Forest (ANF) and the Los Padres National Forest (LPNF) each hosted the trainings to prepare first responders for future emergency incidents.
- [LA County Channel Features LACoFD Employees & Their Careers](https://fire.lacounty.gov/la-county-channel-features-lacofd-employees-their-careers/) - The Los Angeles County Channel/Channel 36 recently produced vignettes featuring various Los Angeles County Fire Department employees and their chosen career paths. The 60-second stories show viewers what types of lucrative careers are available at various County departments.
- [LACoFD Firefighters Provide Safety Tips to Tetra Tech Employees](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-firefighters-provide-safety-tips-to-tetra-tech-employees/) - As part of National Safety Month, Fire Fighter Specialist Randolph Lopez, Fire Fighter Joel Entreken and Fire Fighter Joshua Reyes from Fire Station 120 conducted a safety presentation at Tetra Tech in Diamond Bar on Wednesday, June 26, 2019.
- [Fire Station 44 Hosts Tours for International Exchange Students](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-fire-station-44-providing-tours-to-foreign-exchange-students-in-the-month-of-july/) - Throughout the month of July, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) partnered with Duarte Unified School District to host tours for international exchange students from Hong Kong.
- [Pomona Optimist Club Honors LACoFD Fire Captain](https://fire.lacounty.gov/pomona-optimist-club-honors-lacofd-fire-captain/) - On Thursday, June 13, 2019, the Pomona Optimist Club held its Respect for Public Safety Dinner at Mr. D’s Diner. The annual event honors members of the Los Angeles County Fire Department and Pomona Police Department.
- [Congratulations, May Retirees!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-may-retirees/) - Congratulations to the following Los Angeles County Fire Department employees who recently retired in May from County service!
- [LACoFD Firefighters Reunite with Trauma Survivors](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-firefighters-reunite-with-trauma-survivors/) - The Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center hosted Trauma Awareness Day on Tuesday, June 11, 2019. At a special event that day, trauma survivors shared their personal stories and were reunited with the first responders and medical teams that helped them during their emergency incidents.
- ["Harden Your Home" with the Help of LACoFD's New Video](https://fire.lacounty.gov/harden-your-home-with-the-help-of-lacofds-new-video/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department just released its “Harden Your Home” video that provides valuable information and tips on how residents can protect and safeguard their homes from wildfires, especially from flying embers.
- [Forestry Division Participates in Three-Day Wildfire Training](https://fire.lacounty.gov/forestry-division-participates-in-three-day-wildfire-training/) - From June 11-13, 2019, Forestry Division Assistant Chief J. Lopez, along with wildland fire specialist Jack Cohen, Ph.D., co-hosted the National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) "Assessing Structure Ignition Potential from Wildfire" training. The three-day informational training took place in Pacific Palisades.
- [LACoFD Represented at LA Pride Festival and Parade](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-represented-at-la-pride-festival-and-parade/) - On Sunday, June 9, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) participated in the annual Los Angeles Pride Festival and Parade in West Hollywood.
- [Annual Sidewalk CPR Day Trains Residents in Hands-Only CPR](https://fire.lacounty.gov/annual-sidewalk-cpr-day-trains-residents-in-hands-only-cpr/) - On Thursday, June 6, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD), County's Emergency Medical Services Agency and Department of Public Health partnered with Harbor-UCLA Medical Center and the American Heart Association to host the eighth annual Sidewalk CPR Day.
- [Fire Explorers Recognized at 14th Annual Awards Banquet](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-explorers-recognized-at-14th-annual-awards-banquet/) - On Friday, May 31, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) recognized over 70 of its Explorers at the 14th Annual Explorer Program Awards Banquet at the Hilton San Gabriel.
- [Congratulations, FSA Training Class 79!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-fsa-training-class-79/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted a graduation ceremony to honor the nine individuals who successfully completed the Fire Suppression Aid (FSA) Academy on Friday, May 24, 2019, at Camp 8 in Malibu.
- [LACoFD Team Members Recognized During National EMS Week](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-team-members-recognized-during-national-ems-week/) - In honor of National Emergency Medical Services Week (May 19-25, 2019), members of the Los Angeles County Fire Department were recognized for their life-saving contributions in the community. This year's theme is "Beyond the Call".
- [LACoFD Fire Station 58 Hosts Annual Pancake Breakfast](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-fire-station-58-hosts-annual-pancake-breakfast/) - On Saturday, May 25, 2019, Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Fire Station (FS) 58 in Ladera Heights hosted its annual pancake breakfast.
- [Congratulations, Paramedic Program Graduates!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/congratulations-paramedic-program-graduates/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) held two formal graduation ceremonies for two groups of County firefighters that graduated this week from their respective paramedic training programs.
- [LACoFD Hosts 2019 Valor Awards Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-hosts-2019-valor-awards-ceremony/) - On Monday evening, May 20, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) honored exceptional acts of heroism at its annual Valor Awards ceremony at the Pasadena Convention Center.
- [27th Annual Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day](https://fire.lacounty.gov/27th-annual-take-our-daughters-and-sons-to-work-day/) - As part of the 27th annual "Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day" on Tuesday, May 21, 2019, Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) personnel were invited to bring their children (between the ages of 9 to 16) to their workplace.
- [LACoFD Participates in SOLAR Tonner Canyon Training](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-participates-in-solar-tonner-canyon-training/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department participated in the annual SOLAR (San Bernardino, Orange, Los Angeles and Riverside) Tonner Canyon Training Exercise in Brea. The training took place on Tuesday, May 14 and Wednesday, May 15, 2019.
- [Picerne Family Foundation Awards LACoFD with Thermal Imaging Cameras](https://fire.lacounty.gov/picerne-family-foundation-awards-lacofd-with-thermal-imaging-cameras/) - On Friday, May 10, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department's Fire Stations 30 and 35 in Cerritos each received a thermal imaging camera from the Picerne Family Foundation. A small recognition ceremony was held at FS 30 to commemorate the generous donation.
- [Board of Supervisors Recognizes LACoFD's Nurse of the Year](https://fire.lacounty.gov/board-of-supervisors-recognizes-lacofds-nurse-of-the-year/) - On Tuesday, May 14, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department's Senior Nursing Instructor, Yun Son Kim, RN, BSN, was formally recognized as the Department's "Nurse of the Year" at the regular meeting of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.
- [Fire Stations Welcome Residents to Countywide Open House](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-stations-welcome-residents-to-countywide-open-house/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department's 174 fire stations rolled up their doors and welcomed residents as part of the annual Countywide Open House on Saturday, May 11, 2019.
- [Fire Station 129 Hosts North Region's Fire Service Day](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-station-129-hosts-north-regions-fire-service-day/) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department's (LACoFD) second Fire Service Day this year took place at Fire Station 129 in Lancaster on Saturday, May 4, 2019.
- [LACoFD's Division IV CSL Helps Raise Funds for Firefighter Tribute](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofds-division-iv-csl-helps-raise-funds-for-firefighter-tribute/) - Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Community Services Liaison (CSL) La Fonda Riggins participated in the Whittier Community Foundation's annual "Dancing with the Whittier Stars" fundraiser on Wednesday, May 8, 2019.
- [LACoFD Hosts Annual Firefighters' Memorial Ceremony](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-hosts-annual-firefighters-memorial-ceremony/) - On Wednesday morning, May 8, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted the annual Firefighters' Memorial Ceremony at Department headquarters.
- [East Region Kicks off LACoFD's First 2019 Fire Service Day](https://fire.lacounty.gov/east-region-kicks-off-lacofds-first-2019-fire-service-day/) - On Saturday, April 27, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department's East Regional Operations Bureau kicked-off the first of four Fire Service Days, in partnership with the La Puente Kiwanis' fourth annual downtown car show in La Puente.
- [Newly Sworn-In Firefighters Participated in Type One Run](https://fire.lacounty.gov/newly-sworn-in-firefighters-participated-in-type-one-run/) - Prior to graduation, members of Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) Recruit Class 153 participated in the Type One Run on Saturday, April 6, 2019, at Elysian Park.
- [LACoFD Hosts Full-Scale Exercise Drill for Regional USAR Teams](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lacofd-hosts-full-scale-exercise-drill-for-regional-usar-teams/) - On Wednesday, May 1 and Thursday May 2, 2019, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted the "Southern Wind" exercise at the Del Valle Training Center in Castaic.

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- [Fire Prevention Division](https://fire.lacounty.gov/fire-prevention-expeditedpvess/) - Fire PreventionExpedited-Permitting for Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage System (ESS) Installations Expedited-Permitting for PV and ESS Installations In accordance with California Government Code Section 65850.52, as established by California SB-379 (2022), the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) provides the following documents for download and use by projects eligible for and utilizing the associated
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- [Sidewalk CPR](https://fire.lacounty.gov/sidewalk-cpr/) - Heart Heroes – Get Trained in Hands-Only CPR The County of Los Angeles Fire Department is proud to partner with the County’s Emergency Medical Services Agency, Department of Public Health, the Los Angeles Fire Department, and the American Heart Association to train residents in Hands-Only CPR. 500,000 StrongOur goal is to train 500,000 Los Angeles
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- [Spark of Love Toy Request](https://fire.lacounty.gov/toy-request/) - Spark of Love Toy Requests Spark of Love Toy Requests CHARITABLE DONATION REQUEST FORM (All requesting agencies must serve children.) Important Program Details – Approval of requests is not guaranteed. – Requests will be fulfilled on a first-come, first-served basis. – Toy request fulfillments may be delayed due to a lack of inventory. -Proof of
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- [Bobcat Fire Status](https://fire.lacounty.gov/bobcat-fire-status/) - Bobcat Fire Status Information for LACoFD Communities Affected by the Bobcat FireLEARN MOREBobcat Fire Incident Update ArchiveIncident ArchiveReady! Set! Go! Wildfire Action PlanLearn MoreReturning Home After a WildfireLearn MoreAdvisoriesBobcat Fire – 10/05/20 Changes in Bobcat Fire Evacuation Advisories and Road Closures Advisory Archive
- [Soledad Fire Status](https://fire.lacounty.gov/soledad-fire-status/) - Soledad Fire Status New Release – Repopulation Information – 7.6.20 Media Advisory– AM Update News Conference – 7.6.20
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- [Lifeguard FAQ's](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lifeguard-faqs/) - Lifeguard FAQ's Here are the answers to some common questions about lifeguard activities and the Los Angeles County beaches. Also, use the link below to download our poster on rip currents, the leading hazard to beach goers:Rip Currents Poster Each time I visit the beach, I see orange flags posted near open lifeguard towers. What
- [Rosecrans Incident Status](https://fire.lacounty.gov/rosecrans-incident-status/) - Rosecrans Incident Status Rosecrans Incident Update ArchiveIncident ArchiveNews Releases and Media AdvisoriesNews Release (9/16/20) News Release (09/11/20) News Release (09/10/20)
- [Inspection Section](https://fire.lacounty.gov/inspection-section/) - Inspection Section The Health Hazardous Materials Division (HHMD) Inspection Section team permit and routinely inspect all hazardous material handling and hazardous waste generating businesses every three years to ensure compliance with federal, State, and local laws and regulations with regard to the use and storage of hazardous materials and the proper handling, treatment, transportation, and
- [Firecracker Fire](https://fire.lacounty.gov/firecracker-fire-status/) - Firecracker Fire StatusMake this a text box for links, for PDFS (Press release, etc) Make me a “single image” (for maps, etc) Raw HTML: Copy and Paste snippet provided by GIS
- [CUPA Programs(Archive)](https://fire.lacounty.gov/cupa-programs-arch/) - “More about the Unified Program” https://calepa.ca.gov/cupa/about/ Health Hazardous Materials is a Certified Unified Program Agency that administers the following programs within Los Angeles County; the Hazardous Waste Generator Program, the Hazardous Materials Release Response Plans and Inventory Program, the California Accidental Release Prevention Program (Cal-ARP), the Aboveground Storage Tank Program and the Underground Storage Tank
- [Payment Options (OLD PAGE)](https://fire.lacounty.gov/payment-options2/) - Payment OptionsYou can pay for your CUPA Permit fees by Online Payment, US Mail or In Person. Please pay your Consolidated Invoice for Fiscal Year 2019-2020 before the due date to prevent receiving a Late Payment Penalty Notice. Annual CUPA Permit fees are non-refundable and non-transferrable to new owners or new locations. There will also
- [News and Announcements](https://fire.lacounty.gov/news-and-announcements/) - News & Announcements July 2, 2026 Answering the Call Answering the Call https://fire.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/733686012_1456914536479946_2679758994996327326_n-1024x576.jpg 1024 576 Isidro Armenta Isidro Armenta https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/b145ffad68dc5af96b8e244718937d27bfc5adb3c7b8dcb2a1ae408af1aee2a5?s=96&d=mm&r=g July 2, 2026 July 2, 2026 The County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) international urban search and rescue team, known…read more July 2, 2026 Joint LACoFD-LAFD Fourth of July Press Conference Joint LACoFD-LAFD Fourth
- [Woolsey Fire Status](https://fire.lacounty.gov/woolsey-fire-status/) - LAST UPDATED: July 2017 @ 1200 DATE/TIME STARTED: July 2017 ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT: LACoFD LOCATION: LA HQ ACRES BURNED - CONTAINMENT: 99999.acres-100% contained STRUCTURES THREATENED: structures EVACUATIONS: Evacuation Advisories - Mariposa Oakridge Rd. to the County line Evacuation Shelters Sonora Fair grounds, 220 Southgate, Sonora, CA ROAD CLOSURES: roads CAUSE: Under Investigation COOPERATING AGENCIES: LACoFD TOTAL
- [Cervical Spinal Injuries](https://fire.lacounty.gov/cervical-spinal-injuries/) - Spinal Injuries Most beach-related neck and spinal cord injuries are caused by the tremendous strength of the ocean’s waves or by diving head first forcing a person’s neck and spine into harmful, unnatural positions. Spinal injuries can have lifelong consequences for the victim and family and once spinal cord damage is sustained, little can be
- [Beach Safety](https://fire.lacounty.gov/beach-safety/) - Beach Safety The Los Angeles County Lifeguards suggest using common sense when visiting the beach. Tragedy in the ocean can happen quickly therefore having knowledge of aquatic safety is crucial when coming to the beach. Safety Tips We suggest you use the following tip for safety: Where to swimAlways swim near an open lifeguard station
- [Stingray / Jellyfish](https://fire.lacounty.gov/stingray-jellyfish/) - Stingray / Jellyfish Safety Information Stingrays Stingrays are bottom dwellers found partially buried in shallow sandy waters during the temperate summer months. They are flat fish with eyes and nostrils on the top side of their bodies and their mouths and gills are on the under-side. The stingray’s defense mechanism is camouflage, but if stepped
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- [Lifeguard Recruitment Interest Card](https://fire.lacounty.gov/lifeguard-recruitment-interest-card/) - Recruitment Interest Card Form LA County Fire Department Lifeguard Our recruitment process is not active at this time. However, you are welcome to complete this interest card for our records. Once this application is on file, we can better assist you when the hiring process is initiated and during the testing process. Email * Required
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## Tags

- [On Thursday](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/on-thursday/)
- [January 18](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/january-18/)
- [2024](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/2024/)
- [members of Paramedic Training Institute (PTI) Class 265](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/members-of-paramedic-training-institute-pti-class-265/)
- [Women’s Fire Prep Academy](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/womens-fire-prep-academy/)
- [On Friday](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/on-friday/)
- [February 16](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/february-16/)
- [newly promoted County of Los Angeles fire captains were recognized for the successfully completing the 30th Fire Captain’s Academy.](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/newly-promoted-county-of-los-angeles-fire-captains-were-recognized-for-the-successfully-completing-the-30th-fire-captains-academy/)
- [Congratulations to the County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD’s) 29 newly promoted firefighter specialists (FFS) who effectively began their new roles on Monday](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/congratulations-to-the-county-of-los-angeles-fire-departments-lacofds-29-newly-promoted-firefighter-specialists-ffs-who-effectively-began-their-new-roles-on-monday/)
- [March 4](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/march-4/)
- [Congratulations to the County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD’s) newly promoted battalion chiefs (BCs) who began their new assignments on Monday](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/congratulations-to-the-county-of-los-angeles-fire-departments-lacofds-newly-promoted-battalion-chiefs-bcs-who-began-their-new-assignments-on-monday/)
- [March 18](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/march-18/)
- [On Wednesday](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/on-wednesday/)
- [May 15](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/may-15/)
- [the County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD’s) Executive Team](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/the-county-of-los-angeles-fire-departments-lacofds-executive-team/)
- [family](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/family/)
- [and friends gathered at the Rowland Heights Community Center to extend their congratulations to newly promoted Department employees.](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/and-friends-gathered-at-the-rowland-heights-community-center-to-extend-their-congratulations-to-newly-promoted-department-employees/)
- [June 7](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/june-7/)
- [On a Saturday](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/on-a-saturday/)
- [June 1](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/june-1/)
- [the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted its ninth annual Girls Fire Camp for participants at the Cecil R. Gehr Training Center in East Los Angeles.](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/the-county-of-los-angeles-fire-department-lacofd-hosted-its-ninth-annual-girls-fire-camp-for-participants-at-the-cecil-r-gehr-training-center-in-east-los-angeles/)
- [On Saturday](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/on-saturday/)
- [June 22](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/june-22/)
- [June 21](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/june-21/)
- [the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) held a formal graduation to celebrate Recruit Class 172 at the Cecil R. Gehr Memorial Combat Training Center in East Los Angeles.](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/the-county-of-los-angeles-fire-department-lacofd-held-a-formal-graduation-to-celebrate-recruit-class-172-at-the-cecil-r-gehr-memorial-combat-training-center-in-east-los-angeles/)
- [July 13](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/july-13/)
- [the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted a Hybrid Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training class](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/the-county-of-los-angeles-fire-department-lacofd-hosted-a-hybrid-community-emergency-response-team-cert-training-class/)
- [at City Hall in the City of South El Monte.](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/at-city-hall-in-the-city-of-south-el-monte/)
- [July 25](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/july-25/)
- [the El Monte Resource Fair opened its doors for family fun](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/the-el-monte-resource-fair-opened-its-doors-for-family-fun/)
- [food](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/food/)
- [dancing](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/dancing/)
- [community information](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/community-information/)
- [and much more!](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/and-much-more/)
- [On the first Tuesday in the week of August](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/on-the-first-tuesday-in-the-week-of-august/)
- [the County of Los Angeles Fire Department. Our team members joined cities and community partners during the annual National Night Out events scheduled in and around the County of Los Angeles.](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/the-county-of-los-angeles-fire-department-our-team-members-joined-cities-and-community-partners-during-the-annual-national-night-out-events-scheduled-in-and-around-the-county-of-los-angeles/)
- [On August 6](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/on-august-6/)
- [the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) announced the passing of Cajun](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/the-county-of-los-angeles-fire-department-lacofd-announced-the-passing-of-cajun/)
- [a loyal and dedicated urban search and rescue (USAR) canine (K-9) assigned to his handler](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/a-loyal-and-dedicated-urban-search-and-rescue-usar-canine-k-9-assigned-to-his-handler/)
- [Fire Fighter Specialist (FFS) Josh Flores](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/fire-fighter-specialist-ffs-josh-flores/)
- [Fire Station 187.](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/fire-station-187/)
- [August 15](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/august-15/)
- [August 30](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/august-30/)
- [the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) held a formal ceremony to honor Fire Suppression Aid (FSA) Class 91 at Fire Camp 8 in the City of Malibu.](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/the-county-of-los-angeles-fire-department-lacofd-held-a-formal-ceremony-to-honor-fire-suppression-aid-fsa-class-91-at-fire-camp-8-in-the-city-of-malibu/)
- [September 6](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/september-6/)
- [the Sombrito family joined in a heartwarming reunion with County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) Fire Station 94 (FS 94) firefighters](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/the-sombrito-family-joined-in-a-heartwarming-reunion-with-county-of-los-angeles-fire-department-lacofd-fire-station-94-fs-94-firefighters/)
- [to express their heartfelt gratitude for saving the lives of two young children in their family.](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/to-express-their-heartfelt-gratitude-for-saving-the-lives-of-two-young-children-in-their-family/)
- [September 11](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/september-11/)
- [the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) joined in the nationwide commemoration of Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance to honor and pay tribute to the nearly 3](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/the-county-of-los-angeles-fire-department-lacofd-joined-in-the-nationwide-commemoration-of-patriot-day-and-national-day-of-service-and-remembrance-to-honor-and-pay-tribute-to-the-nearly-3/)
- [000 innocent Americans who perished](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/000-innocent-americans-who-perished/)
- [including 343 firefighters and 71 law enforcement officers.](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/including-343-firefighters-and-71-law-enforcement-officers/)
- [Throughout the month of September 2024](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/throughout-the-month-of-september-2024/)
- [The California Fire Foundation hosted the 22nd California Firefighters Memorial Ceremony on Saturday](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/the-california-fire-foundation-hosted-the-22nd-california-firefighters-memorial-ceremony-on-saturday/)
- [October 12](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/october-12/)
- [2024.  Fire departments across California gathered to recognize 36 fallen firefighters whose names were added to the California Firefighters Memorial Wall.](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/2024-fire-departments-across-california-gathered-to-recognize-36-fallen-firefighters-whose-names-were-added-to-the-california-firefighters-memorial-wall/)
- [The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) congratulates all Department personnel who retired from County service between April and June 2024.](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/the-county-of-los-angeles-fire-department-lacofd-congratulates-all-department-personnel-who-retired-from-county-service-between-april-and-june-2024/)
- [The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) held a promotional ceremony on Thursday](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/the-county-of-los-angeles-fire-department-lacofd-held-a-promotional-ceremony-on-thursday/)
- [October 24](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/october-24/)
- [at the Canyon Country Community Center in Santa Clarita to congratulate newly promoted Department personnel.](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/at-the-canyon-country-community-center-in-santa-clarita-to-congratulate-newly-promoted-department-personnel/)
- [The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) recently hosted Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training classes in the cities of Hawthorne and La Mirada](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/the-county-of-los-angeles-fire-department-lacofd-recently-hosted-community-emergency-response-team-cert-training-classes-in-the-cities-of-hawthorne-and-la-mirada/)
- [along with a fire extinguisher hands-on demonstration in the City of La Habra.](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/along-with-a-fire-extinguisher-hands-on-demonstration-in-the-city-of-la-habra/)
- [The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) congratulates all Department personnel who retired from County service between July 2024 Through November 2024.](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/the-county-of-los-angeles-fire-department-lacofd-congratulates-all-department-personnel-who-retired-from-county-service-between-july-2024-through-november-2024/)
- [December 4](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/december-4/)
- [The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) congratulates explorers for successfully completing the cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training held on Saturday](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/the-county-of-los-angeles-fire-department-lacofd-congratulates-explorers-for-successfully-completing-the-cardiopulmonary-resuscitation-cpr-training-held-on-saturday/)
- [February 1 and 8](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/february-1-and-8/)
- [2025](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/2025/)
- [at the Headquarters Training Center](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/at-the-headquarters-training-center/)
- [located in unincorporated East Los Angeles.  This training is timely as it was offered to explorers during American Heart Month.](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/located-in-unincorporated-east-los-angeles-this-training-is-timely-as-it-was-offered-to-explorers-during-american-heart-month/)
- [February 20](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/february-20/)
- [ten firefighters will graduate from Paramedic Training Institute Class 268.  The ceremony will be held at the El Camino Community College](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/ten-firefighters-will-graduate-from-paramedic-training-institute-class-268-the-ceremony-will-be-held-at-the-el-camino-community-college/)
- [Campus Theatre.](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/campus-theatre/)
- [The County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Command and Control Division (CCD) continues to excel and break call volume records with professionalism and pride.](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/the-county-of-los-angeles-fire-departments-lacofd-command-and-control-division-ccd-continues-to-excel-and-break-call-volume-records-with-professionalism-and-pride/)
- [On behalf of the County of Los Angeles (County)](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/on-behalf-of-the-county-of-los-angeles-county/)
- [the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) would like to congratulate all personnel who retired from County service between December 2024 and January 2025.](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/the-county-of-los-angeles-fire-department-lacofd-would-like-to-congratulate-all-personnel-who-retired-from-county-service-between-december-2024-and-january-2025/)
- [The County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Command and Control Division (CCD) continues it’s vital role in daily emergency operations.](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/the-county-of-los-angeles-fire-departments-lacofd-command-and-control-division-ccd-continues-its-vital-role-in-daily-emergency-operations/)
- [The County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Health Hazardous Materials Division (HHMD) graduated a class of five hazardous materials specialists from the HHMD training academy.](https://fire.lacounty.gov/tag/the-county-of-los-angeles-fire-departments-lacofd-health-hazardous-materials-division-hhmd-graduated-a-class-of-five-hazardous-materials-specialists-from-the-hhmd-training-academy/)

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