Bass says LAFD Chief Crowley failed to warn her about fire risk
Separately, the LAFD has defended its decision not to pre-deploy any engines and firefighters to the Palisades — as they had ...
LAFD could have had at least 10 engines patrolling Palisades hills, former chiefs say
The toll might not have been as bad if extra engines had been pre-positioned much closer to the most fire-prone areas, former ...
LAFD member jumps out of SUV before debris flow swept it into ocean
A member of the Los Angeles Fire Department saw his vehicle get swept into the Pacific Ocean after escaping the vehicle ...
Does LAFD have enough staff to respond to wildfires and 911 calls?
After residents raised concerns about LAFD's response times during last month's devastating fires, many are now questioning ...
No, LAFD doesn’t have 45 electric fire trucks that take hours to recharge | Fact check
A spokesperson for the fire department told Lead Stories the claim is false. The department's single electric fire engine was acquired in 2022.
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LAFD member escapes truck swept into the ocean by mudslide during heavy downpours in Malibu
Mud and debris poured off the fire-scarred hillsides during the heavy downpours on Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu Thursday, ...
LAFD helicopter pilots describe water drops, challenges of battling Palisades fire in high winds
Quick calculations, coordination, communication and feedback were key in helping helicopter pilots hit their spots.
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LAFD Extinguishes Kitchen Fire in Westlake Apartment Building, No Injuries Reported
LAFD extinguished a minor kitchen fire in a Westlake apartment in 10 minutes with no injuries or evacuation required. The ...
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Fast-Acting LAFD Quells Apartment Fire in Winnetka with No Injuries Reported
A fire broke out in a Winnetka apartment building, with over 100 LAFD firefighters responding and extinguishing the blaze ...
Firefighters kept from Palisades, Eaton front lines due to unserviced LAFD vehicles
Firefighters who reported to assist during the devastating Palisades and Eaton fires were kept from helping on the front lines due to dozens of unserviced vehicles, an official told KTLA. KTLA’s ...
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LAFD Firefighter Inspector escaped disaster
Vehicle swept into ocean during powerful severe storm Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) firefighter inspector narrowly ...
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7 On Your Side: Does LAFD have enough staff to respond to wildfires and everyday 911 calls?
After residents raised concerns about LAFD's response times during last month's devastating fires, many are now questioning ...