PPO Summary Plan Document (SPD)Columns
Retired Guys: The Gambler’s Special
With the passing of retired LAFD member George Fischer in September, 2018, I thought that it would be appropriate to tell about one of the most crucial events in our lives.
LAFD History: Fire Dogs and Horses
Ever see a fire truck in a parade without a Dalmatian in the seat up front or in the lap of a smiling firefighter riding in back? Ever visit a firehouse without having one of those
View from the Fairway
On Monday, September 24th, LAFRA hosted the Invitational Golf Tournament for the WODFF. Despite the traffic winding through the Sepulveda pass far below,
LAFD History – The Bel Air Fire
Each year when November comes around I think of two significant events for me on the LAFD. My appointment to the Department on November 7, 1959, and the Bel Air Fire on November 6, 1961.
LAFD History – In Memory of LAFD Captain I Joseph C. Dupee
On March 8, 1998, Captain I Joseph C. Dupee was killed in the line of duty at a major emergency structure fire at 5972 S. Western Avenue. Captain Dupee was assigned to Engine 57,
LAFD History – The 9-11 Attack on the World Trade Center and the Impact on the Emergency Responders and Families
September 11, 2001 reinvigorated America’s gratitude for all firefighters’ efforts. In response to the terrorist attacks that destroyed the World Trade Center, FEMA activated the LAFD CA-TF 1
LAFD History – Hurricane Katrina – LAFD Response
Frank’s Note: Hurricane Katrina was a devastating disaster for the gulf coast region of the USA. At the request from FEMA, the LAFD responded with a variety of desperately needed resources.
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I served the LAFD for 34 years and my interest in becoming a firefighter was first sparked by talking to Mack Mills. I knew him as a kid through my dad, David Jones,
LAFD History – The LAFD Demolition Squad
One of the strategies used to control the enormous fire that occurred after the earthquake in San Francisco on April 18, 1906, was the demolition of buildings in the path of the approaching
LAFD History – The Birth of the Drop Bag
During the early evening hours, on January 28, 1966, a fire occurred in the Commercial Exchange Building, located in downtown Los Angeles, on the SE corner of 8th and Olive Street.
