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#LosFloresIC 🚒🔥
On 2/3, #LACoFD FFs responded to a 1-story commercial structure fire in the City of Lynwood.
Knockdown was declared at 11:16 a.m. There were no reported injuries. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
📸 @fox_first_on_scene_photography (IG)
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On 1/24, recognized Matthew for his heroic actions. Matthew expressed his thanks for the CERT training he received that aided him in saving his mom’s life. Capt. Hasegawa & MTDs Dixon, Hoffman & Gonzales were also recognized for their dedication to CERT training.
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A.W.A.R.E. Jr. Lifeguard Prep Academy dates announced:
2/14, 16, 21, 23, 28 & 3/2 at the Belvedere Aquatic Center.
This prep program is for children 9-17 years of age, w/the goal to get ready for this summer’s Jr. Lifeguard Program.
Sign up early.
🔗 bit.ly/3DBPLeK
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Our friends at were kind enough to invite Firefighter Daniel Chavez and Engineer Derek Urwin into the studio, to help raise awareness during #Firefighter #Cancer Awareness Month.
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SCV deputies hosted a “Sky Tower Challenge” today, sponsored by personnel & the SCV Sheriff’s Foundation. Competitors were challenged to see who could reach the top of the 385 ft tower the fastest.
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This morning’s earthquake is a good reminder to re-visit/update your family’s emergency plans and to consider taking a FREE regional Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training next month in Whittier! Register now by visiting 🔗 bit.ly/3XO8XOi
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Did you feel this morning’s 4.2 magnitude #earthquake centered in the Malibu area?
#LACoFD is reporting no damage or injuries.
We encourage residents to be prepared & get their emergency supply kits together.
For additional tips, please visit:
🔗 bit.ly/3ruEjcC
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Increased risk of strong mountain wave wind conditions tonight-Mon morning across San Gabriel mtns with damaging gusts up to 75 mph. Locally damaging winds gusts to 60 mph possible in adjacent foothills along the 210 corridor from La Crescenta to Claremont. #LAWeather #LAwind
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#LunarNewYear 🧧🐇🏮
On this this #YearOfTheRabbit, may happiness, light, and prosperity surround you in the new year.
The #LACoFD extends our thoughts and prayers to everyone affected and grieving the loss of loved ones in last night’s mass shooting in Monterey Park.
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#LACoFD BC Rathbun & Capt Reardon traveled to Chile to meet with the National President of the Bomberos de Chile, Juan Carlos Field, & the Chilean USAR team. The Chilean USAR team is in the process of renewing their international certification (by INSARAG)…
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𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗘 | Equipo Mentor de USAR (Búsqueda y Rescate Urbano) proveniente de Estados Unidos, se reúne con Presidente Nacional, Juan Carlos Field, antes de iniciar el primer ejercicio de reclasificación del USAR BoCH ante @Insarag.
@USAID @SNOBomberos
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Teamwork. The second of our Department’s Core Values. Meet OLS Greg Crum, our LA County Lifeguard Association President and Stanford National Water Polo Champion he understands the power-in-numbers blueprint that ensures optimal performance. Watch more: youtu.be/EqIgUKcfBNg
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Now’s your chance to be a helicopter pilot w/the #LACoFD Air Ops. team.
Be part of a premier team of highly skilled, exceptional pilots who fly an elite air fleet of Bell and Sikorsky helicopters.
To learn more, visit:
🔗 fire.lacounty.gov/be-a-helicopte
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Battle of the Badges Blood Drive 🩸🚒🚔
is hosting the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive on Wednesday, January 18th, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Union Hall.
It only takes 30 mins to save 3 lives. Sign up today and be a hero!
🔗 rcblood.org/3HdVSsf
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29 years ago, the 6.7 magnitude #NorthridgeEarthquake struck, collapsing buildings & destroying stretches of freeway.
Today the #LACoFD remembers the 57 lives lost & the 9,000+ people injured. To help keep your family safe, please review our earthquake preparedness safety tips.
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Please join us on 2.25.23 for the #LACoFD WFPA! Open to anyone 18 years of age or older, the WFPA is your chance to find out what it takes to excel in this incredible fire service career.
Register by 2.23.23 at:
🔗bit.ly/3Y85zyu
Questions:
📞(310) 419-2115
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#KingdomDayParade
It was a great day at the Kingdom Day parade.
📸 Doug Morrison, LACoFD Photographer
#LACoFD #MLK
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The #LACoFD sends our heartfelt condolences to the and on the passing of Detective Steven J. Lim.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the LASD and Lim families during this difficult time.
RIP brave hero 🙏🏼🕊️
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It is with our most profound sorrow that we announce the sudden loss of a family member, Steven J. Lim, a Special Victim Bureau detective and 26-year veteran of LASD. He was involved in a fatal traffic collision earlier today while driving home from his work assignment.
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We are devastated to announce the passing of Deputy Darnell Calhoun who was killed in the line of duty this afternoon.
Updates will follow as soon as more information becomes available.
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HEADS UP!!!
FLOOD ADVISORY issued for #LosAngeles county thru 315 PM.
Hourly rain rates between 0.25 and" 0.40" will continue thru the afternoon.
Minor urban and small stream flooding likely. Minor mud and debris flows possible in and around recent burn areas. #CAwx
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For the next 3 Saturdays, #LACoFD Explorers will hone new skills as they work to complete CERT training.
Thank you to Captain Hasegawa and the CERT instructor cadre for leading our Explorers.
To learn about CERT training & the Explorer Program, click fire.lacounty.gov.
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A {High Surf Advisory} is in effect until 10PM, Saturday according to Surf is expected to be in the 6-12 foot range creating heightened rip current activity. When coming to the beach please be sure to check in with a lifeguard prior to entering the water!
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Believe it or not, more #LArain is expected this weekend. Prepare ahead of time by grabbing sandbags at these fire stations: pw.lacounty.gov/dsg/sandbags
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