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Los Angeles, CA USA
Joined March 2009
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85 Years Ago Today Firefighter James C. Slinkard On November 8, 1941, Firefighter James C. Slinkard of Engine 8-A fell from the tailboard while responding to an alarm at 1357 South Valencia Street. #neverforget #LAFD #LODD
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RED FLAG PARKING RESTRICTIONS ***LIFTED*** Angelenos: please keep in mind that Red Flag Parking Restrictions have been LIFTED, as of Sunday, November 8, 2026 at 06:00 AM. Stay informed at LAFD.org/redflag or on the AwareCA app!
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Red Flag Parking Restrictions NOW IN EFFECT; Citywide; As of 6:00 AM this morning, Red Flag Parking Restrictions are IN EFFECT until further notice.
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Due to forecasted fire weather conditions, the City of Los Angeles has declared a Red Flag Alert with special Red Flag Parking Restrictions beginning at 6:00AM on Saturday, November 7, 2026 and lasting for at least 24 hours until 6:00 AM on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
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LAFD History: Line of Duty Death FF Joseph Kacl 87 years ago today, with just 2.5 yrs of service, FF Joseph Kacl was killed in the line of duty at a commercial structure fire on South Broadway in Downtown Los Angeles.
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Thank you Los Angeles!! On behalf of the men and women of the Los Angeles Fire Department, thank you to the voters of Los Angeles. You have made a real investment in us, and we take that responsibility seriously. Read More: bit.ly/4kykmQL #MEASUREFD #LAFD #LOSANGELES
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LAFD Honors Chaplains and Family Support Group Read the FULL article here: bit.ly/4z5VbcbAdditional Read Here: bit.ly/3UjGlQZ
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Today marks 77 years since Fireman Clyde Neff Jr. died in the line of duty while responding to a fire in Downtown Los Angeles on Nov. 2, 1949. His passing came exactly 1 year after joining the LAFD. We honor his sacrifice. More: bit.ly/4z2FbYh #LAFD #LODD
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Welcome to the family, Class #25-2! 32 new LAFD firefighters graduated today at the historic Orpheum Theatre after completing 20 weeks of intense drill tower training. They officially hit the field for their first shifts this Sunday, 11/1! #LAFD #Class252 #EarnedTheBadge
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JOIN LAFD THIS SATURDAY! We’re teaming up with LACoFD, Kidde, & The Home Depot for a FREE Home Safety Event in Marina Del Rey! Bring the family for fire/CO safety tips, kids' activities, a shaved ice truck, & giveaways! 🗓️ Sat, Nov 7 | 10AM-12PM 📍 12975 W Jefferson Blvd, LA
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Keep your Halloween spooktacular, LA! 1️⃣ Be Bright: Use reflective tape & flashlights. 2️⃣ Ditch the Flame: Use battery-powered LED lights in pumpkins. 3️⃣ Walk Safely: Put phones down, stick to crosswalks. 4️⃣ Check Treats: Inspect all candy before eating. Fun and safety first!
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The City of Los Angeles Emergency Management Department is hosting weekly EL NIÑO preparedness webinars through November 4. Sign up for the next Zoom webinar THIS WEDNESDAY, October 28. EL NIÑO resources: ElNino.LACity.gov Wet-weather information: Emergency.LACity.gov/Rain
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What you're looking at are two demonstration structures with the same amount of fire applied to their surroundings -- only one meets "Zone Zero" Guidance. Learn more at bit.ly/ZoneZeroResources Thanks to @IBHS_org and @CalChiefs_CFCA Fire Marshal Section for today's demo.
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The men and women of your LAFD remember Firefighter Andrew A. Lechert, who died in the line of duty on October 26, 1949, at age 49. Andrew was survived by his wife, Dorothy. We honor his service and sacrifice. #LODD
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LAFD Station 86 responded to a parent's worst nightmare: an unresponsive 3-year-old pulled from a Studio City pool. Arriving in 4 minutes, paramedics initiated advanced CPR. Within minutes, her heart beat again. Today, Keira and her family joined leadership to honor the crew.
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RED FLAG PARKING RESTRICTIONS ***LIFTED*** Angelenos: please keep in mind that Red Flag Parking Restrictions have been LIFTED, as of Sunday October 18th, 2026. Stay informed at LAFD.org/redflag or on the AwareCA app!
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2nd Annual Open House and Firefighters Pancake Breakfast at LAFD Fire Station 78. Thank you for joining us!
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Is it needy to ask you to move your car three days in a row? Yup. 🚩🚩🚩 We get it -- it’s a lot. Thank you for moving your car again. Red Flag parking restrictions are extended one more day, to Sunday at 6AM. LAFD.org/RedFlag
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