A man of service and sacrifice. A man of God and country. A man who’s dedicated himself to teaching and uplifting the men and women serving on the Los Angeles City Fire Department. Retired LAFD Battalion Chief Steve Ruda personifies fire service core values as one of its legendary leaders. Service. Integrity. Professionalism. Innovation. Respect. Trust. The fire service core … [Read more...] about Retired LAFD Battalion Chief Steve Ruda: Living by Fire Service Core Values
All Things Firefighter
How an Electric Bike Shop Supports LAFD Families
At first glance, there is no obvious connection between a PEDEGO store in Palos Verdes and the Los Angeles City Fire Department. So how did PEDEGO come to donate two $3000 electric bicycles to the Hook and Ladder Enduro fundraising event supporting the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firefighter’s Fund? (Gabriele Farrar was the lucky winner in 2023 and Wendy Willson was the … [Read more...] about How an Electric Bike Shop Supports LAFD Families
Meet the LAFD Swift Water Rescue Team
Despite it being an inherently dangerous job, members of the LAFD Swift Water Rescue Team bravely risk their lives to save others. Facing treacherous conditions and unknown obstacles, they encounter a number of potentially dangerous scenarios when deployed on rescue missions. Watch as we travel with this elite team for training on the American River in Folsom California. … [Read more...] about Meet the LAFD Swift Water Rescue Team
Flood Safety: The L.A. River
In a flash, the Los Angeles River can go from deceptively dry to dangerously full of swift moving water during a rainstorm. Year after year, the LAFD and other agencies sound the alarm, warning people to keep out of the L.A. River. Getting caught in it during a downpour can be deadly. Watch as members of the LAFD and the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) share some … [Read more...] about Flood Safety: The L.A. River
Staying Alive: How to Join LAFD CERT Disaster Training
Joining the LAFD CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) is one of the best ways you can learn how to stay safe during and after a disaster. Southern California is prone to earthquakes, fires, and flooding, so there is no better time than now to get up to speed on emergency preparedness. Watch as the experts from our LAFD’s elite disaster preparedness team show you what it … [Read more...] about Staying Alive: How to Join LAFD CERT Disaster Training