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!
Fire Heroes
LAFD honors fallen Captain II Dave Moorman at Santa Monica Beach
His inspirational motto “It’s All Good” inspired his fellow firefighters to live life to the fullest. Now, LAFD Fire Captain II Dave Moorman’s positive outlook and infectious spirit live on through those who knew and loved him. In tribute to this beloved L.A. City Firefighter, his friends and colleagues renamed the annual Over the Line Tournament in his honor. Watch as they … [Read more...] about LAFD honors fallen Captain II Dave Moorman at Santa Monica Beach
Axe of Valor: LAFD Firefighter Makes a Superior Firefighting Tool
In a quest to make the perfect axe, Los Angeles City Firefighter Jason Knight ended up shaping a tool that has saved firefighters’ lives and caught the attention of fire departments across the country and around the world! His unique creation is a must-have for these valiant heroes heading into unknown danger and disaster. Watch as the owner of Fire Axe, Inc. demonstrates … [Read more...] about Axe of Valor: LAFD Firefighter Makes a Superior Firefighting Tool
Lieutenant John Pappas: Canine Commanding Officer, NYPD
From destruction to distinction Fueled by his experiences with 9/11, Lieutenant John Pappas, Canine Commanding Officer with New York City Police Department turned the ravages of the World Trade Center terrorist attacks into his unwavering motivation for attaining expertise in advanced counter terrorism tactics and deployments. “When September 11th happened, we were very … [Read more...] about Lieutenant John Pappas: Canine Commanding Officer, NYPD
A tribute to the K9 officers and handlers of 9/11
Keenly, carefully, and bravely searching through the mangled, smoldering pile of concrete, steel and glass for survivors and victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, K9 officers and handlers played a crucial role in the massive rescue and recovery effort. Hundreds of these heroic first responders and their devoted canine partners scoured Ground Zero, … [Read more...] about A tribute to the K9 officers and handlers of 9/11