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The Fire Fighter Trainee exam has posted. Filing begins 04/15/24 at 8:00 am (PT) & will remain open until the needs of the
#LACoFD
are met & is subject to close without prior notice.
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We wanted to celebrate April being National Pet First Aid Awareness month by reminding you that we have a free Pet First Aid mobile app! Look for it wherever you get your apps, or text GETPET" to 90999.
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#petfirstaidawarenessmonth
Gusty northwest to north winds will continue through Tuesday across the mountains, Antelope Valley, and southwest Santa Barbara county, with peak gusts in the 45-55 mph range.
#Cawx
#LA
#SoCal
#FloresIC
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On 4/25,
#LACoFD
FFs responded to a report of a single-story strip mall fire in the City of Lynwood. ย
The IC called for a 2nd alarm resource assignment. There were no reported injuries to civilians or FFs. The cause of the incident is under investigation.
THIS IS JUST A DRILL:
@USAID
disaster teams don't wait for crises to strike to jump into action. Today, our urban search and rescue team
@VATF1
conducted drills recreated from past disaster responses. Practice ensures our teams are prepared to save lives before a crisis hits.
If you're interested in applying to
@LACOFD
, we recommend that you attend a Fire Fighter Trainee Listening Informational Seminar to learn more about applying and register for the FCTC Preparatory Course!
Congratulations to our very own
@stevengregory
recipient of the Fire Chief Helmet Award for recognition of outstanding achievement in exemplifying media excellence in accuracy of reporting and professionalism in support of the County of Los Angeles Fire Dept.
@KFIAM640
@LACOFD
This evening, the
#LACoFD
hosted the 2024 Valor and Exemplary Service Awards Ceremony at the Pasadena Convention Center, highlighting remarkable Department team members, public safety partners, and Good Samaritans for unwavering acts of heroism, bravery, and admirable service.
#VermontIC
On 4/22,
#LACoFD
FFs responded to an apartment house fire on S. Vermont Ave. in the City of Gardena. 1 FF & 3 civilians were treated on scene & transported to local area hospitals for further evaluation & treatment. ย
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Congratulations to Deputy Fire Chief Vince Pena who retired from the
#LACoFD
after 43 years of dedicated service.
Last Friday, Chief Pena officially hung his turnout coat.
We thank Chief Pena for his steadfast leadership & wish him and his family all the best in retirement!
The
#LACoFD
extends our deepest condolences to the Flores and
@LASDHQ
families on the loss of Deputy Alfredo โFreddyโ Flores.
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
RIP Deputy Flores ๐๐๏ธ๐๐ผ
On behalf of
@lasdhq
, we mourn the profound loss of Deputyย Alfredo โFreddyโ Flores, who tragically passed away last night following a valiant fight for recovery from injuries sustained in the line of duty. (1/4)
It is with a heavy heart the
#LACoFD
share the active duty passing of Fire Captain Henry H. Flores on 4/8/24.
Captain Flores was assigned to FS 169 in the City of El Monte and faithfully served our Department, residents, and communities for 23 years.
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RIP Captain Flores ๐๐ผ๐๐
Join us for our
#LACoFD
โs Fire Service Days๐๐ฅ
All LACoFD Fire Stations are open on 5/4 + the 3 events below:
๐ North Region โ 5/4 at FS 129 in Lancaster
๐ East Region โ 5/11 at the LA County Fire Museum in Bellflower
๐ Central Region โ 5/25 at FS 171 in Inglewood