As an LAFD Firefighter, not only does routine training happen on a daily basis to become safe, effective, and efficient at mitigating emergencies, but there are many optional training and specialization opportunities beyond the day-to-day training. Recently, a specialized group of Swiftwater Rescue Technicians headed north to (near) Folsom, CA to hone their skills on this particular specialty. We invite you to #joinLAFD, where you can customize your path through the fire service, and make a diff

LAFD Captain Danny Wu explains the complex response required for confined space incidents, such as tunnel collapses like last night’s in Wilmington. These emergencies demand precision, coordination, and advanced technical training from multiple specialized units. We’re always ready for the worst -- but very grateful for this best-case scenario. #LAFD #ConfinedSpace #TechnicalRescue #Wilmington #USAR #TunnelCollapse | Los Angeles Fire Department

Your LAFD deployed a strike team to the Caldor Fire this afternoon to assist in the tremendous firefighting efforts underway. Five engines and a battalion chief are enroute. Safe work and return to all. LAFD Central LAFD Valley LAFD South LAFD West | Los Angeles Fire Department

4.4K views · 89 reactions | Throwback to a couple years ago when @livscaffidi built her first 6.0L LS engine. The combination is topped with a pair of AFR's 210cc LS1 Enforcer cylinder heads.  | AFR - Air Flow Research | Facebook

LAFD releases video of helicopter rescue during Woolsey Fire in Malibu https://bit.ly/2KkUSn4 | FOX 11 Los Angeles