After cuts, 2 of LAFD's busiest Valley fire stations are getting 'significant' help - LA Daily News

LA Daily News

After cuts, 2 of LAFD's busiest Valley fire stations are getting 'significant' help LA Daily News Fire Chief Ralph Terrazas said, in an interview, that the fire engine companies will be able to respond to both structure fires and medical emergencies, which make up roughly 80 percent of the calls handled by the fire department. “It is a big deal for ... and more »

Posted on Wed, 16 Aug 2017 22:48:31 GMT

LAFD unveils new $17.5-million helicopter as fire danger continues to beset Southland - KABC-TV

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LAFD unveils new $17.5-million helicopter as fire danger continues to beset Southland KABC-TV The Los Angeles Fire Department unveiled its new $17.5-million helicopter on Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2017, and welcomed the arrival of a leased helitanker as extreme fire danger continues to beset the region. (KABC). KABC. By ABC7.com staff. Thursday ...

Posted on Thu, 03 Aug 2017 20:09:08 GMT

Lisa Vanderpump to open new Los Angeles restaurant - Montrose Daily Press

Montrose Daily Press

Lisa Vanderpump to open new Los Angeles restaurant Montrose Daily Press The Los Angeles Fire Department said at the time: "A fire broke out in the electrical room at Sur last night, causing approximately $50,000 worth of damage." Lisa - who with husband Ken Todd, has owned 26 restaurants, bars and clubs in London and Los ... and more »

Posted on Mon, 21 Aug 2017 15:15:23 GMT

A fatal heart attack on Metrolink prompts calls for defibrillators on commuter trains - Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

A fatal heart attack on Metrolink prompts calls for defibrillators on commuter trains Los Angeles Times Brian Humphrey, a Ventura County representative who works for the Los Angeles Fire Department, said he was eager to see changes that will keep passengers safer. “I wish we could go back and change this death, and we can't,” Humphrey said. “We can't ...

Posted on Mon, 21 Aug 2017 14:23:47 GMT

Fire in Los Angeles River burns itself out - Los Angeles Times

Fire in Los Angeles River burns itself out Los Angeles Times The fire, which appeared to be burning some type of substance on the river floor, sent black smoke into the air that could be seen for miles. The Los Angeles Fire Department said the fire burned out on its own in about 20 minutes. Because no water was ...

Posted on Tue, 15 Aug 2017 02:00:28 GMT

Echo Park House Blaze May Have Started With Grass Fire - Patch.com

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Echo Park House Blaze May Have Started With Grass Fire Patch.com Los Angeles firefighters were called to the the 600 block of Rampart Boulevard at 1:29 p.m, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department. Crews extinguished the fire at the rear of the single-story residence in 18 minutes, the Los Angeles Fire ...

Posted on Mon, 21 Aug 2017 21:35:56 GMT

VIDEO: LAFD firefighters lift car off homeless man after apparent DUI crash on skid row - KABC-TV

NBC Southern California

VIDEO: LAFD firefighters lift car off homeless man after apparent DUI crash on skid row KABC-TV A group of Los Angeles Fire Department firefighters lifted a car off of a homeless man after he and a woman were struck by a suspected DUI driver Saturday morning on skid row. (Loudlabs). KABC. By ABC7.com staff. Saturday, August 05, 2017. DOWNTOWN ... Firefighters Lift Car to Rescue Trapped ManNBC Southern California all 5 news articles »

Posted on Sun, 06 Aug 2017 00:30:21 GMT

Firefighters make quick work of brush fire near Studio City, Valley Village border - LA Daily News

Firefighters make quick work of brush fire near Studio City, Valley Village border LA Daily News It was reported at 9:45 p.m. Saturday on the 3000 block of North Dona Maria Drive in an area with steep terrain, according to Margaret Stewart of the Los Angeles Fire Department. It was 100 percent contained shortly before 11 p.m., but firefighters ...

Posted on Sun, 20 Aug 2017 15:01:36 GMT

New Davis fire chief shares vision for 're-branding' department - Davis Enterprise

New Davis fire chief shares vision for 're-branding' department Davis Enterprise In this line of work you need a game plan for everything,” said Arbuthnott, who last month moved from Los Angeles to Davis to become the city's new fire chief. “I'm from a place where everything could happen and does happen, and you have to be prepared ...

Posted on Sat, 19 Aug 2017 13:11:48 GMT

2 Injured in Fire at Van Nuys Apartment Building: LAFD - KTLA

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2 Injured in Fire at Van Nuys Apartment Building: LAFD KTLA Firefighters were called to the four-story building in the 7400 block of North Sepulveda Boulevard about 10:20 a.m. A unit on the second floor was ablaze, Los Angeles Fire Department spokeswoman Amy Bastman said. Nearly 100 firefighters knocked down ... 2 injured in Van Nuys apartment fire - Los Angeles Daily NewsLA Daily News all 3 news articles »

Posted on Wed, 09 Aug 2017 18:04:50 GMT