On Thursday, November 26, 2009 at 6:12 PM, 12 Companies of Los Angeles Firefighters, 4 LAFD Rescue Ambulances, 1 Arson Unit, 1 Urban Search and Rescue Unit, 1 Emergency Air, 1 Rehab Unit, 1 Hazardous Materials Team, 2 EMS Battalion Captains and 1 Division...
READ MORE - LAFD Quickly Curtails Furniture Warehouse Blaze
On Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 7:41 PM, 8 Companies of Los Angeles Firefighters, 3 LAFD Rescue Ambulances, 1 Heavy Rescue, 5 Arson Units, 1 EMS Battalion Captain, 1 Battalion Chief Officer Command Team, 1 Division Chief Officer Command Team, 1 Foam...
READ MORE - Driver of SUV Dies in Big Rig Collision
While most realize that Neighborhood Firefighters play a critical role in emergencies, the proud title of Caregiver is by no means restricted to public safety or health care professionals.As we gather with our families and friends this holiday season,...
READ MORE - The Holiday Season - Time to Assess Your Needs as a Caregiver
To a firefighter, the only greater challenge than hearing "You Have Cancer", is having someone tell you "It Can't Be Done!". Meet retired Santa Ana, California firefighter Lorenzo Abundiz, who has proven that hearing one seemingly fateful expression...
READ MORE - Cancer Crusade Ends Nationwide Journey at LAFD Museum
If you're like millions of Americans, chances are you will soon visit your favorite travel website to secure holiday reservations. Even now, you may be sitting by your computer, beverage in hand (but not too close to the keyboard), trying to make sure...
READ MORE - When Traveling, Are You As Safe as the Feds?
Firefighters from the Los Angeles Fire Department and allied agencies are teaming with KTLA-TV Channel 5 for a one day food drive to help the less fortunate this holiday season.This one day only event will be held on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 from 5:00AM...
READ MORE - KTLA and L.A. Firefighters Team Up For 1 Day Food Drive
On Sunday, November 22, 2009 at 5:11 AM, 8 Companies of Los Angeles Firefighters, 2 LAFD Rescue Ambulances, 1 Heavy Rescue, 1 Urban Search and Rescue Unit, 3 Helicopters, 1 EMS Battalion Captain and 2 Battalion Chief Officer Command Teams, a total of...
READ MORE - Three Perish, Three Injured in Fiery Foothill Freeway Collision
On Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 2:17 AM, 5 Companies of Los Angeles Firefighters, 2 LAFD Rescue Ambulances, 4 Arson Units, 1 EMS Battalion Captain, 1 Battalion Chief Officer Command Team, under the direction of Battalion Chief John Potter responded...
READ MORE - Woman Found Dead at Scene of Van Nuys Fire
It has been more than two years since our friend and colleague, Los Angeles Firefighter/Paramedic David Pass lost his life in an off-duty motorcycle collision caused by an errant motorist. Our friends at KABC-TV in Los Angeles have been kind enough to...
READ MORE - Driver Who Killed Off-Duty Los Angeles Firefighter Remains At Large
On Monday, November 9, 2009 at 6:15 PM, 14 Companies of Los Angeles Firefighters, 7 LAFD Rescue Ambulances, 1 Arson Unit, 2 Urban Search and Rescue Units, 1 Hazardous Materials Team, 4 EMS Battalion Captains, 4 Battalion Chief Officer Command Teams,...
READ MORE - Fire Rips Through 4 Story Hollywood Apartments
Many are surprised to learn that the LAFD has its own Handcrew.Here are answers to the three most common questions:What is LAFD Handcrew 3? It is a Volunteer Type II Handcrew managed by the Los Angeles Fire Department and currently organized as...
READ MORE - LAFD 'Crew 3' Stands Ready To Answer The Call