The men and women of the Los Angeles Fire Department and their families invite you to join them for an action-filled afternoon, as the Los Angeles Kings tender a:

Salute To Heroes - Firefighters Day:

Saturday, February 14, 2009
1:00 PM
L.A. Kings vs. Edmonton Oilers
Staples Center
1111 South Figueroa Street
Los Angeles, CA 90015

As part of their seasonal Salute to Heroes, the Los Angeles Kings have pledged a generous percentage of proceeds from ticket sales to benefit the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firefighter's Fund, as well as the Firefighter Cancer Support Network.

We hope you can join us for this special day of fun at Staples Center. Your tickets are now available on-line or by calling (213)742-7230.


Submitted by Brian Humphrey, Spokesman
Los Angeles Fire Department

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On Wednesday, February 4, 2009 at 8:34 PM, 12 Companies of Los Angeles Firefighters, 9 LAFD Rescue Ambulances, 1 Arson Unit, 1 Urban Search and Rescue Unit, 2 EMS Battalion Captains, 2 Battalion Chief Officer Command Teams, 1 Division Chief Officer Command Team, and 1 CERT Coordinator all under the direction of Assistant Chief Roxanne Bercik responded to a Greater Alarm Structure Fire at 3305 S Central Ave in South Los Angeles.

Firefighters arrived on scene to find a two-story apartment over a commercial building with heavy fire on the second floor. Confronted immediately with several people hanging from the second floor windows, Firefighters performed coordinated rescues using ladders as fellow Firefighters began an interior attack on the fire. Fortunately, all occupants were able to escape the fire without serious injury.

One civilian was treated and released on scene after suffering a minor second degree burn to the hand. The fire was contained in just 23 minutes and the damage was limited to several units on the second floor and the attic of the apartment building. Firefighters remained on scene for several hours, protecting homeowners belongings from additional damage. During the overhaul phase of the fire, two dogs and one cat were discovered deceased in the fire. The cause of the fire is under investigation and the dollar loss has yet to be determined.

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Submitted by Ron Myers, Spokesman
Los Angeles Fire Department

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Join Los Angeles firefighters and their loved ones for a memorable evening at the Pantages Theatre in Hollywood.

Phantom of the Opera, Andrew Lloyd Webber's romantic musical based on Gaston Leroux's gothic novel of life beneath the stage of the Paris Opera House...

Saturday, February 21, 2009
8:00 PM
Pantages Theatre
6233 Hollywood Boulevard
Hollywood, CA 90028

Your exclusive Central Front Mezzanine tickets for this charity event at the legendary Pantages Theatre are $125.00 per person.

Proceeds will benefit the Fire Family Foundation, a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization providing financial assistance to firefighters, their families and charities that support the fire service throughout California.

To purchase your tickets, call (888) 5-FFF-Give today!

Please join us for 'The Music of the Night' in support of a worthy cause.


Submitted by Brian Humphrey, Spokesman
Los Angeles Fire Department

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Southern California men and women are being sought to work alongside off-duty firefighters as members of the Boot Brigade, a volunteer group dedicated to helping the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen’s Fund.

Whether you prefer to help in the office with mail and typing, or decorating prize baskets - or rolling up your sleeves to make chili, we have a place for you!

Members of the Boot Brigade also volunteer with off-duty firefighters to collect donations, secure raffle and auction prizes, food and beverage sponsors and other resources necessary for special fundraisers (such as an upcoming Pancake Breakfast) in support of the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen’s Fund.

Boot Brigade volunteers are the heart and soul of the Los Angeles Firemen's Relief Association, and include firefighter families, neighbors and friends of the LAFD working together to support a worthy cause.

To learn more about the Boot Brigade, call (800) 244-3439 or visit:

www.lafra.org

Submitted by Brian Humphrey, Spokesman
Los Angeles Fire Department

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