Apr 18, 2018
When every minute counts, being the first Aircraft Rescue Firefighter (ARFF) rig to respond to a plane’s distress call on any of Los Angeles International Airport‘s (LAX) four active runways is no easy feat. From alarm to arrival our heroes at Fire Station 80 make...
Feb 3, 2017
For LAFD Firefighter Ryan Penrod, giving back to the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen’s Fund, is a family affair that started in tribute to his uncle and includes a spunky and talented Dalmatian.
Jan 18, 2017
Third generation firefighter Mike McIndoe is leading the “L.A. Fire” team in preparations for the 2017 Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon. The goal is to raise $35,000 by marathon day, Sunday, March 19, 2017. Mike sees this as an opportunity to give back to an...
Jan 12, 2017
It would be a major understatement to say Johnathan Theodore loves cars. Well before he shared his talent on MAVTV’s Wrench Wars, Johnathan grew up in a world of auto shops and fabrication specialists. So what made him pursue a career in firefighting? And what made...
Oct 18, 2016
It didn’t take long for the charismatic Damiano Carrara to become a fan favorite on TV’s popular Food Network. It took even less time for him to become an honored donor and supporter of our very own Widows & Orphans. Back in 2011, Damiano and his brother,...
