Running is vital to Greg Balandran — vital to his health, his emotional well-being and those he loves. Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firefighter’s Fund is among them. As of 2024, the 20-year Los Angeles City Fire Department firefighter has participated in seven LA Marathons to raise money for our firefighter charity. This year, he collected $2,400 through an affiliated … [Read more...] about Marathon Hero: LAFD Firefighter Greg Balandran
LAFD Heroes
Massive Firefighting Tool: Bulldozers!
These giant machines rarely make the news when a brush fire breaks out, so it may surprise you to know the Los Angeles City Fire Department (LAFD) uses bulldozers in their arsenal of tools and equipment to fight brush fires. The elite team operating these immense machines are the silent heroes in the battle against raging brush fires. Witness them in action, fearlessly … [Read more...] about Massive Firefighting Tool: Bulldozers!
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
Retired LAFD Battalion Chief Steve Ruda: Living by Fire Service Core Values
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
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