The County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s Urban Search and Rescue team, known internationally as USA-2 has been activated by the U.S. Department of State to respond to Jamaica in wake of Hurricane Melissa. USA-2 is comprised of 34 members, 4 canines and 42,000 pounds of equipment. They are joining the Fairfax County Fire Department’s USAR team, USA-1, to provide search, rescue and recovery assistance. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all affected by the devastation left by Hurricane Melissa.

Los Angeles County Fire Department helicopters and firefighters respond to more than wildfires—they respond to emergencies of every kind. Firehawk supports their mission with the capability needed to protect lives, property and natural resources when every moment matters. | Sikorsky

Today, the Los Angeles County Fire Camp Training Program remarkably impacted 16 inmates. This transformative initiative is a testament to the power of second chances and the potential for positive change within our communities. Throughout the training, we witnessed a profound transformation in the lives of 16 inmates who successfully graduated from this program. These individuals had to undergo a thorough screening and medical clearance process to participate in this program, ensuring their comm

On the morning of Thursday, July 28th 2022, Deputies from Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Temple Station, Tactics and Survival Unit (TAS), Special Enforcement Bureau (SEB) and the Los Angeles County Fire Department, conducted an active shooter training exercise at Rosemead High School. Sheriff Alex Villanueva hosted a media briefing to discuss LASD response systems and provide further information of Law Enforcement responsibility& accountability during these unfortunate tragedies that o