President of the LAFD Museum, Memorial and Historical Society Respected, revered and honored, retired LAFD Captain I James Finn, who’s now president of the LAFD Museum, Memorial and Historical Society is one of our LAFD legends. Our LAFD Legacy series is shining a spotlight on members of the LAFD who are a part of a history of excellence. Living up to the high standards and … [Read more...] about LAFD Legacy: Captain I James Finn LAFD, retired
Fire Heroes
LAFD tragedy: The 25th Anniversary of the Crash of Helicopter Fire 3
It’s known in the firefighter community in Los Angeles as the crash of helicopter Fire 3. One of the deadliest days in LAFD history. A crushing blow, a horrific loss for the firefighters’ families. And, an unfathomable loss of to a family who lost their daughter back in 1998. A Los Angeles City Fire Department helicopter rushing a young female patient to Children’s Hospital … [Read more...] about LAFD tragedy: The 25th Anniversary of the Crash of Helicopter Fire 3
Congratulations Disaster Slayers
Led by LAFD Captain II, Rico Gross, this unstoppable team dominated at the American Lung Association “Fight for Air” Stair Climb at the L.A. Coliseum! These amazing heroes are raising awareness and much-needed donations for 3 incredible charities, including the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firefighter’s Fund. … [Read more...] about Congratulations Disaster Slayers
Leon Dunn joins the Board of Trustees to make firefighter families lives better
Leon Dunn currently serves as a Captain I for the Los Angeles Fire Department. He soon will pass the 20-year mark as a L.A. Firefighter, having served in South Central, Downtown Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley, the Drill Tower and now the Fire Prevention Unit. Prior to coming to the LAFD, he was a firefighter for Cal Fire. Dunn was inspired to run for the position of … [Read more...] about Leon Dunn joins the Board of Trustees to make firefighter families lives better
LAFD Toy Drive: Five Decades of Bringing Holiday Joy!
What started as one Los Angeles Fire Department chief gathering a few toys in the trunk of his car and giving them to children who would not otherwise have gotten a gift during Christmas has grown into a year-round endeavor that sees approximately 120,000 toys distributed to needy kids every holiday season. The idea for what now is known as Spark of Love had humble … [Read more...] about LAFD Toy Drive: Five Decades of Bringing Holiday Joy!