Fire Chief of the Los Angeles City Fire Department
Los Angeles, CA
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Effective immediately, until the end of the World Series, all @LAFD firefighters are authorized to wear a @Dodgers cap while on duty! GO DODGERS! #4MoreWins
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Effective today, I have authorized members of your @LAFD to wear @Dodgers ball caps on duty until the end of the #WorldSeries (which we will win)
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Effective immediately your @LAFD members may wear @RamsNFL caps while on duty! We’ll switch them out for @SuperBowl Champion caps on Feb. 3rd.
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As of this morning, 3 @LAFD firefighters have been released from the hospital. 8 still hospitalized, 2 critical, but all are expected to survive. The fire investigation is ongoing & we appreciate the amazing outpouring of support from near & far!
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I am profoundly grateful for & proud of the men & women of the @LAFD who responded to the Major Emergency fire Downtown this evening and I am hopeful that all 11 members who were injured are on the road to recovery. Thank you all for your support of our firefighters.
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Your @LAFD is in Earthquake Mode, with all 106 Neighborhood Fire Stations checking their areas for damage.
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If you are blocking our firefighters so they can’t answer calls for help, we have no tolerance for that type of behavior. It is wrong. If a loved one dies or a business is set on fire & we are blocked from getting there, it’s a dire, direct consequence. I ask you to be better.
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I never forget to pay my debts. Congratulations from the @LAFD to the @Patriots on their Super Bowl victory & my friend @ChiefJoeFinn & @BostonFire for standing with their team. Can’t wait to see what our @RamsNFL do next season!
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As #SBLIII approaches, let there be no doubt: The City of #LosAngeles is the #RamsHouse! Legendary @RamsNFL Quarterback Vince Ferragamo is proud to join @LAFD members & me in assuring we are #LATogether in #OneHouseOneDream this #Superbowl Sunday!
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Honored to welcome @coreyseager_5 back to the field on the @Dodgers Firefighter Appreciation Day! Thx for hosting your @LAFD at The Ravine and Go Blue!
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Very happy that only 1 @LAFD member remains hospitalized @LACUSCMedCenter after the Boyd Street Fire. He is in stable condition and beginning his recovery. Thank you all for the ongoing support, kind words & prayers for all of our firefighters.
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Take a look at our new #LAFD electric engine! It’ll be the 1st in the Nation! We are expected to take delivery by early May. It will be assigned to Hollywood’s Fire Station 82.
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Your @LAFD will work as long as it takes to make sure Angelenos are safe during the ongoing unrest in pockets of LA. We’re actively fighting structure fires and responding to EMS calls. We ask that Angelenos abide by the curfew so we can get our job done.
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Thanks to @RobLowe for a quick stop to say hi to Veya & the hardworking members of your @LAFD in #Montecito today.
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It’s here - North America’s FIRST ALL #electric engine has arrived in #LosAngeles. I got to test it out. It’s quiet, has a tight turning radius, smaller width, and most importantly will reduce harmful emissions. Tomorrow is the public unveiling at FS 82 in #Hollywood.
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Your @LAFD is #LADetermined to win the #WorldSeries. So I wagered w/ @BostonFire & @ChiefJoeFinn when the @Dodgers win he’ll send us BFD apparel & New England clam chowder. If the @RedSox win he gets LAFD gear & @pinkshotdogs. Go Dodgers!
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It took the tremendous skills & training of your @LAFD to battle this Major Emergency fire (1 of 3 in the City today!) in #Brentwood. We made a successful window ledge rescue & evacuated 15 residents from the roof by helicopter & confined the fire to 2 units.
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Though only 1 @LAFD firefighter remains at @LACUSCMedCenter, most others are receiving specialized follow-up treatment for burn injuries & have long days ahead. Please keep them & their families in your thoughts.
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It’s with heavy hearts, we announce active duty FF III Kenneth Brink passed away off-duty in his home last night. He was a 15-year #LAFD veteran & highly respected member of the Urban Search & Rescue Task Force at 88’s. Our thoughts are with his family. #RIP thx @OCFireAuthority
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Chief Crowley is an exemplary leader and has a broad base of experience. She has been successful at every position & I expect her success to continue as the next Fire Chief. #firstfemalechief #LAFD #Congratulations #lacity
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Good luck & Godspeed to our friends @LACo_FD as their USAR team prepares to deploy to Mexico for post-quake operations.
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The men and women of @LAFD mourn the loss of #LAFD Recruit Firefighter Jacob Fuerte:
🔗lafd.org/news/lafd-mourns-pa…
ALT Los Angeles Fire Department Recruit Firefighter Jacob Fuerte. This photo is Creative Commons licensed in the public domain. Credit: LAFD
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Happy to announce that your @LAFD has agreed to purchase the first electric fire engine in North America from @RosyFire & @RosenbauerGroup. We look forward to adding it to our fleet early next year. Check out the video for details.
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Tonight, I join the men & women of your @LAFD in mourning the loss of Captain I George Roque who passed earlier today from complications of COVID-19. Our deepest condolences to his family during this most difficult time.
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Your @LAFD is sending swiftwater rescue rigs & personnel tonight to Oroville in response to a request for resources. #OrovilleDam
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Pretty soon you’ll start noticing some new signage on our fire engines, ladder trucks, rescue ambulances and other @LAFD apparatus. The word CITY was eliminated many years ago...but now it’s back. We are the Los Angeles CITY Fire Department. #callitacomeback
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After a week of battling brush fires, your @LAFD handled a large recycling yard fire in Atwater Village & major emergency structure fire at a NoHo auto repair last night ⬇️. I’m proud of the men & women who always stand ready for the fight.
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Your @LAFD has sent multiple resources to assist our friends in Ventura County @ the #ThomasFire. They'd do the same for us.
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Our heartfelt condolences to our brothers and sisters @LACOFD for their loss - Firefighter Flagler died in the line of duty today, doing what we, in the fire service, are sworn to do - to protect and serve. He is a hero. Thank you for 20+ years. #RestInPeace #LODD
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Our fire station doors are always open for a visit and we thank @ladygaga for dropping by FS 27 in the heart of Hollywood. Glad to know she has our back.
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As hot & dry weather continues, your @LAFD has sent 2 strike teams (10 engines, 2 battalion command teams) to assist our @CAL_FIRE friends battling the #AppleFire. I’m proud that mutual aid is a cornerstone of California firefighting.
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The men & women of the @LAFD & @LAPDHQ are trained to never give up.
The last time a team came back down from 0 and 2 on the road to win the World Series was in 1981...when the @Dodgers rallied to beat the Yankees. Now it's time to beat the Sox! GO DODGERS! #LADetermined
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Proud to stand with @MayorOfLA to honor fallen @LAFD Firefighter Kelly Wong & the entire LAFD family will be watching over baby Colton.
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Your @LAFD worked fast to contain the #GriffithParkFire to 25 acres w/ no structures damaged. Our @LAPDHQ @LARecandParks @LAParkRangers_ partners safely evacuated 2000+ visitors from the Observatory w/out injury. Job well done!
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One of our new 2020 Pierce tillered-aerial ladder trucks getting ready for its first @LAFD assignment. We have 41 trucks deployed throughout the City of Los Angeles. And it never gets old seeing “City” back on our rigs!
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The world’s first electric fire engine is on a nationwide tour. I had the opportunity to take it for a spin on its recent stop in #LosAngeles. Join me as I check it out. ⬇️ #LAFD
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I join the men & women of your @LAFD in expressing our deepest condolences to the family of Firefighter/Paramedic Francisco Aguilar. His death was confirmed today by Mexican authorities who have been investigating his disappearance. #RestInPeace
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Today, I stood by our sisters and brothers with @stocktonfire at the Memorial for Fire Captain Max Fortuna. An #LAFD Engine Company is part of the apparatus procession and is symbolic of our support. #restinpeace
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Your @LAFD Station 63 proudly serves Venice. Its two engines are battling the #WoolseyFire so @OCFA_PIO Engine 63 from Buena Park is running w/ our Truck 63 keeping Venice safe. #partnership #63ByTheSea
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As of noon, we have more than 1,100 firefighters from around the region assigned to the #GettyFire. It’s at 600 acres with 8 structures destroyed and 5 others damaged. We’ve had great help from the air with both rotary & fixed-wing aircraft.
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I was heartbroken when I heard the news this morning. I want to thank all of the first responders who sprung into action, the hospital staff who provided outstanding medical care to our members & the outpouring of thoughts/prayers/kind words from so many of you.
📷IG: billygfire
ALT Several abandoned fire apparatus next to the side of a destroyed truck that exploded when natural gas cylinders were exposed to fire.
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Your @LAFD is sending two Strike Teams, 10 engines and 2 Battalion Command Teams, to assist our partners @OCFA_PIO as they battle dangerous wind-driven fires in Orange County.
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This morning, I got together with the Fire Chiefs of @OCFAChief, @VCFD, and @LACOFD and our respective Command staff, to discuss preparing for, what may be, the worst #brushfire season ever.
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Yesterday I saw firsthand the latest in robotic firefighting technology and it was very impressive! Check out the video ⬇️ Your @LAFD leads the way!
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Today I joined @UFLAC President Freddy Escobar to assist with the administration of the 1st mobile public COVID-19 tests in our City. @MayorOfLA asked your @LAFD to step up during this unprecedented crisis & we did. I would never ask my FFs to do something I wouldn’t do myself.
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To our north, the #ThomasFire still rages. Your @LAFD has had a strike team there since the beginning. This morning they were staring down this. 📷: Dominic Marquez
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Recently, I rode with Engine 58 and was inspired by our next generation of #firefighters. The future is bright for the #LAFD.
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The crews of your @LAFD fire station 20, Battalion 11 & Command 22 proudly serve #EchoPark & Dodger Stadium. They’re ready for a #WorldSeries weekend & bigtime @dodgers wins!
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Today the entire @LAFD family mourns the tragic loss of Firefighter Kelly Wong. Gone too soon. His family is in our thoughts & prayers.
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About 500 men and women from various agencies continue to battle the #PalisadesFire in the air and on the ground. This morning, I’m joined by @LAPDChiefMoore @MayorOfLA @mikebonin @CHP_HQ @LASDHQ @LACoFDPIO to brief our communities. @LAFDCOS
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Congratulations to the 57 newest @LAFD probationary firefighters who graduated from the Recruit Academy today. Remember to always train like your life depends on it...because it does!
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I am so grateful for Your #LAFD and the thousands of personnel at #PalisadesFire for their tireless work The winds are coming back and we need you to stay informed and be prepared for possible evacuation Follow @lafd for emergency alerts
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Our @LAFD family grieves with @LACoFD at the heartbreaking loss of Fire Fighter Andrew Pontious, as we pray for the wellness of his injured colleague. At times like this, we are reminded of the profound sacrifice first responders are willing to make in serving our communities.
ALT Line of Duty Death (Los Angeles County Fire Department) Fire Fighter Andrew Pontious. Last Alarm: June 14. 2024.
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It was my pleasure to give the COVID-19 vaccine to @ArsenioHall & @officialDannyT @ the @USC vaccination site today! @MagicJohnson also got his first dose today & I encourage all Angelenos to visit corona-virus.la/Vaccine for valuable info.
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Your @LAFD is providing mutual aid to our partners @cityofalhambra FD at a 4th alarm commercial fire. We deployed our new RS3 robotic firefighting device to assist battling a stubborn basement fire & it’s putting in work.
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2019 set @LAFD records. We responded to 499,167 incidents, the most ever! That’s an average of 1,368 calls for service everyday; 4,109 structure fire incidents—11 per day & 215,605 patient transports—591 per day. Honored to provide world-class Fire & EMS service to Angelenos.
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Crossed Truck Aerial Ladders -
Among the most visual tributes the #LAFD can offer- a final farewell w/ honor. This #MemorialDayWeekend we pay tribute to the #brave men & women who died for our freedoms. #rememberthefallen
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Your @LAFD handled one of our most challenging structure fires in decades on Saturday, May 16. Thankfully, no firefighters were lost, & I give an incident overview in the brief video below. piped.video/lfkgBSVqVOU
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To our sisters & brothers @LACOFD, we stand with you all during this time of extreme sadness and tragedy. Our deepest condolences to our County Fire family.
OUR HEARTS ARE HEAVY
Our Fire Department family appreciates the outpouring of your heartfelt messages and condolences.
Please keep all those affected by this tragic event in your thoughts and prayers.
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Following a complete check of all 106 neighborhood fire districts, your @LAFD is no longer in Earthquake Mode. No damage or injuries were reported by LAFD resources.
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After a survey of all 106 neighborhood fire districts w/ no earthquake damage found, your @LAFD has resumed normal operations.
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Congratulations LA County Fire Department Chief Daryl Osby on your retirement, after 38 dedicated years in the #fireservice. Thank you for your partnership and friendship and enjoy a new chapter. @LACoFDPIO @LACOFD #LAFD
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Unprecedented times call for unprecedented measures. Today we graduated 49 new @LAFD probationary firefighters from our Recruit Academy a few weeks early so they can join the front line fight against COVID-19.
Here’s a video of today’s unusual ceremony: piped.video/PCCHwsDHNNg
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Thanks to the @Dodgers for honoring fallen @LAFD FF Kelly Wong before tonight's game on #FirefighterAppreciationNight
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My friend @OCFAChief sent 5 engines to assist us w/ @LAFD operations. Engine 126 from Irvine is in quarters @ FS 66, proudly serving Hyde Park.
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Merry Christmas from your @LAFD. We hope all had a good night & good tidings for a safe & enjoyable day.
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We’re on scene of 2 structure fires on Melrose Avenue east of Fairfax. Our partners @LACOFD are assisting us in battling the blaze. No injuries at this time.
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Think about our neighbors. Think about our veterans. Think about our pets. Working with @LAPDHQ @LACOFD @MRTempower @grossmanburn to remind #Angelenos ALL #Fireworks are illegal. Let’s have a #safe4th!
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Your @LAFD is continuing to work on containment at the #GettyFire & we have sent 3 strike teams to the #EasyFire in Simi Valley. We have also staffed dozens of additional fire resources in the City during the ongoing high wind conditions.
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This afternoon, a five engine strike team left LA to assist in the #CaldorFire.
Your #LAFD deployed a strike team to the #CaldorFire this afternoon. 5 engines and a battalion chief are on their way to assist and we will provide updates when possible @LAFDcentral @LAFDsouth @LAFDvalley @LAFDwest @LAFDChief
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Your @LAFD is again in Earthquake Mode after that large aftershock. All 106 neighborhood fire districts in the city are being canvassed for damage and injuries.
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ALL fireworks are illegal in the City of Los Angeles. They’re dangerous & cause needless destruction w/ injuries, brush & structure fires. Do the right thing: Go to a professional show. Find one @ LAFD.org.
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Your #LAFD responded to a fire in @LAFDsouth. After extinguishing the fire, a search determined no one was home, however, members rescued a cat, and administered oxygen. After 10 minutes, the furry friend got up, and appeared to be in better condition.
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It's what we do.
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Your @LAFD in defensive operations at a Major Emergency structure fire on Lankershim Blvd in North Hollywood early Saturday morning. 📹: Capt. Cody Weireter
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Grateful for the hard work by the men & women of your @LAFD, allied fire & LE agencies, battling the #SaddleridgeFire on many fronts. And thanks to the Angelenos who heeded the evacuation orders! #ReadySetGo
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Your @LAFD is on scene of a Major Emergency high rise fire in Brentwood. Fire is knocked down & we continue to use our helicopters for rooftop evacuations.
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If yesterday’s quake didn’t spur you into getting your earthquake supplies & plan ready, tonight’s temblor should’ve locked in your weekend plans.
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Your @LAFD proudly serves the @lacoliseum (current) home of the @RamsNFL & we are honored to have Firefighters both working the game & some enjoying it off-duty as spectators, courtesy of the team. Thanks to @JaredGoff16 for the support!
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Tonight, a handful of @LAWFS_Fire greeted fans @weareangelcity home game letting young girls know, if you can see her, you can be her! #WomenSupportingWomen #girlpower
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Yesterday I ran w/ 47 @LAFD recruits from class 2017-2A, who graduate June 7. Class funded by a federal SAFER grant that restores 🚒 to the field. Joined by @LimaDvp10IAFF on Terminal Island. #service #integrity #pride
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Today, I had the honor of presenting the 36 newest members of the #LAFD. Congratulations and welcome Recruit Class 21-2! They will report to the field on 2/13/22. #DrillTower81 #greatestjob #publicsafety #CityofLA
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Your @LAFD has approx 80 members on scene in #Montecito assisting with SAR and recovery efforts, including FF Margaret Stewart and her K9 partner Veya.
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As a precaution, your @LAFD is in Earthquake Mode. Apparatus are driving their districts inspecting for any damage.
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