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WILDFIRE DISASTERS: WAYS TO SUPPORT

As some of the most devastating wildfires in history ravage our Southern California communities, our hearts go out to all those who have been affected. We are touched by the outpouring of support for our firefighters on the frontlines, several lost their homes and suffered injuries. Words alone cannot express our deep appreciation for those who are asking how to help. 100% of … [Read more...] about WILDFIRE DISASTERS: WAYS TO SUPPORT

LAFD Legacy: Daring Dog Rescue

A win-win for the ages.  In an amazing act of bravery and duty, the Los Angeles Fire Department Swift Water Rescue Team and the Air Operations Rescue unit combine forces to help a desperate dog in dire straits. It’s a story now engrained in LAFD history and lore.  The year was 2010, and after days of nonstop torrential downpours, a frightened German Shepherd is … [Read more...] about LAFD Legacy: Daring Dog Rescue

LAFD Legacy: Inside the LAFD Museum, Memorial and Historical Society

As part of our LAFD Legacy series, we journey through history by taking you inside the LAFD Museum in Hollywood. Get a look at amazing LAFD apparatus and artifacts, going back more than 100 years. Watch and hear some incredible hidden stories unearthed by retired LAFD Captain I James Finn. He’s the president and master behind everything historic in the LAFD Museum, Memorial … [Read more...] about LAFD Legacy: Inside the LAFD Museum, Memorial and Historical Society

1992 L.A. Riots and the LAFD: Los Angeles on Fire

The 1992 L.A. Riots will be forever etched in the memories of people who were alive to witness the death and destruction that broke out after the verdicts were read in the Rodney King trial. The civil unrest, the violence, looting, arson, assaults, racial tension, resentment; a horrific time in Los Angeles history for everyone. Everybody on edge. Many terrified. Scarred. First … [Read more...] about 1992 L.A. Riots and the LAFD: Los Angeles on Fire

LAFD Legacy: Captain I James Finn LAFD, retired

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

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