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LAFD Spokesperson: Brian Humphrey
LOS ANGELES - When strong winds are predicted for our area, the Los Angeles Fire Department reminds Southern Californians to use caution at home, in the workplace and on the road. Strong winds compound wildfire danger. We therefore ask residents - especially those in fire-prone foothill and wildland…
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LAFD Spokesperson: Brian Humphrey
HOLLYWOOD - A man was found dead Thursday morning, inside a burning apartment in Hollywood.   The Los Angeles Fire Department responded at 8:49 AM on January 12, 2023, to a structure fire at 5555 Harold Way. Firefighters arrived quickly to discover heavy fire within one second floor unit at the rear of a…
LAFD Spokesperson: Margaret Stewart
CHATSWORTH - With two people trapped in their car fully submerged in a large, growing sinkhole, firefighters executed an immediate, life-saving rescue. At 7:20PM on January 9, 2023 the Los Angeles City Fire Department responded to a reported traffic collision in the 11400 block of Iverson Road in Chatsworth…
LAFD Spokesperson: Margaret Stewart
DOWNTOWN - A potential disaster unfolded when a full propane tanker truck overturned on the 110 Freeway during early commuter hours.  At 4:30AM on January 9, 2023 the Los Angeles City Fire Department responded to a reported overturned propane truck on the Northbound 110 Freeway transition to the Eastbound…
LAFD Spokesperson: Margaret Stewart
LOS ANGELES - In less than 7 seconds a small fire involving your holiday tree can become an inferno that consumes your home.     To increase your odds of survival... get the tree out of your home today!   The LAFD encourages you to remove and recycle your natural Christmas Tree as soon as possible. In Los…
LAFD Spokesperson: Margaret Stewart
We are excited to announce the kick-off of the 3rd Annual LAFD Photo of the Year contest! A photo captures the heart and the imagination. It can inspire, encourage, motivate and educate. Your LAFD is grateful to all the photographers who share their work with us...so we can share the work of your…
LAFD Spokesperson: Margaret Stewart
Fire consumed the 2nd floor and converted attic of an Arleta home, sending one occupant and two firefighters to the hospital. At 8:26AM on December 22, 2022 the Los Angeles City Fire Department responded to the 14200 block of W Judd St for a reported structure fire. Firefighters arrived to find…
LAFD Spokesperson: Margaret Stewart
While dealing with the devastating loss of their home, the Mendoza families were able to smile and laugh for a few precious moments as Your LAFD firefighters delivered toys so graciously donated via the Spark of Love program. Tragedy struck in the early morning hours of December 19th, when an…
LAFD Spokesperson: Brian Humphrey
PANORAMA CITY - The Los Angeles Fire Department's Recruit Training Academy Class 22-2 celebrated their class graduation on December 15, 2022, as they became proud probationary members of the LAFD. Friends and family of the graduates were joined by City of Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley and civic and…
LAFD Spokesperson: Margaret Stewart
The holiday season should be one of family, friends and celebrations. However, the danger of home fires increases during the winter holidays and the Los Angeles Fire Department does not want anyone to experience the trauma of a destructive fire in their home. Fires caused by candles, portable…
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