46 Years Ago Today: Los Angeles Firefighter Dies in Watts Riots

Kindly join members of the Los Angeles Fire Department today in remembering Fallen Fireman Warren E. Tilson, killed when the wall of a fire-weakened structure fell on him in the early morning hours of August 14, 1965 during the Watts Riots.

The blaze at 120th Street and Central Avenue was one of hundreds of fires set during the riots on the night of August 13. Tilson was survived by his wife Carole, who was expecting their child the following month.

Learn more about Warren, his injured colleage Robert L. Laxague and the amazing courage of Los Angeles Firemen to rescue them both at the height of riotous arson, by visiting:

http://bit.ly/LAFD-LastAlarm

Submitted by Brian Humphrey, Spokesman
Los Angeles Fire Department