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A Hero Remembered: Firefighters and Cancer

Lori Harris, the wife of an LAFD firefighter who passed away in his thirties, shares her personal story and tells us why the difficult journey inspired her to assist other surviving spouses. Bret Harris was a proud member of the Los Angeles City Fire Department. His battle with cancer also motivated Lori to get involved in efforts to educate first responders about the many … [Read more...] about A Hero Remembered: Firefighters and Cancer

2019 Firefighter of the Year – Rick Godinez

The Man! The Myth! The Legend! Fire Captain II Rick Godinez would bristle at us describing him as a legend, but as the 2019 Firefighter of the Year, this 36-year veteran is LAFD royalty, in our book. Getting to ‘Firefighter of the Year’ status has been a long, satisfying journey for Rick, who describes working for the Los Angeles City Fire Department as, “my dream … [Read more...] about 2019 Firefighter of the Year – Rick Godinez

LAFD Firefighter Pilots Daring High Rise Rescue

The job of LAFD firefighter pilots is risky and awe-inspiring.  It requires specialized skill, extensive on-going training and tremendous responsibility. These Los Angeles City Fire Department pilots never know what a shift may bring, from massive wild fires to cliffside hiker rescues to saving someone from raging flood waters. But one thing is for sure – lives literally … [Read more...] about LAFD Firefighter Pilots Daring High Rise Rescue

Firefighters Daring Rescue of Animal Adoption Center

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It was a heart-pounding and harrowing time for the staff, volunteers and community members dedicated to a Southern California Animal Adoption Center.  During the October 2019 wildfires, intense and fast-moving flames ignited in the darkest hours, surrounding the Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center, and threatening countless adorable dogs and cats. As staff and volunteers … [Read more...] about Firefighters Daring Rescue of Animal Adoption Center

Firefighter Brandon Taulli: Giving Back

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L.A. City Firefighter Brandon Taulli loves being a team player on the job and in the community by supporting his fraternity of firefighting families. Brandon was one of the first volunteers for the Widows, Orphans, & Disabled Firefighter’s Fund’s Family Support Group, a network for families within the LAFD who need aid after losing their loved one. He believes these … [Read more...] about Firefighter Brandon Taulli: Giving Back

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