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The #LAFD HazMat Program is the first line of defense against chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive (CBRNE) threats. The team provides 24/7 emergency services across the city, including rapid extraction and decontamination. With strategic stations and a collaborative LAFD Joint Hazard Assessment Team, they're prepared to handle any hazardous materials emergency. #losangelesfiredepartment #firstresponders #hazmat #hazmatsuit | Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation

From @lafdairops: Hoist training operations over Los Angeles. Precision, communication, and repetition — refining critical skills so we’re ready when it matters most. Every evolution is about safety, teamwork, and excellence in the air. #LAFD #lafdairops #Firefighter #hoist #losangeles | Los Angeles Fire Department

CBS's Ross Palumbo reports on LAPD's latest efforts to enforce fireworks laws. Fireworks are illegal for a reason -- they put lives, homes, and first responders at risk. This New Year’s Eve, we urge everyone to celebrate safely -- without fireworks. #lafd #happynewyear #lapd #dronetechnology #losangeles #safecelebrations | Los Angeles Fire Department

On Monday, May 19, 2025, the Los Angeles City Fire Department welcomed “Crew 4” -- 26 new recruits who will become LAFD’s first full-time paid Wildland Hand Crew Technicians. Their training academy will include education on wildland fire behavior, weather, chainsaw operations, and line cutting; the recruits will also engage in team building and complete numerous certifications over the next five weeks. Supervised by two foremen and a superintendent, and operating within LAFD’s Disaster Response