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    Official LAFD Release:

     

    Here's the official LAFD Release. LAFD has an excellent PIO program as proven in this release.

     

    LAFD Responds to Ill and Injured from LAX Shooting

    date.pngFriday, November 01, 2013 | user.png Posted by LAFD

    LOS ANGELES - The Los Angeles Fire Department aided six persons ill or injured as the direct result of a shooting incident at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) Friday morning, said LAFD Battalion Chief Armando Hogan. Hogan explained that five patients were taken promptly by ambulance to area hospitals, while a sixth person declined medical care.

    Summoned by airport officials at 9:28 AM on November 1, 2013 to Terminal 3, Fire Department personnel arrived quickly to an active shooter incident, to find the assailant quickly neutralized and scene secured by law enforcement officials.

    During the prompt triage, treatment and transport of the five patients, LAFD joined a Unified Command with the Los Angeles Airport Police Department, Los Angeles Police Department and Federal Bureau of Investigation, as the airport premises were combed for additional hazards. With none discovered, LAFD transitioned to the role of an "assisting agency", as law enforcement officials continued their active investigation.

    In the twelve hours that followed, LAFD strategically deployed more than 125 personnel on a rotating basis to serve the tens of thousands who were isolated within or refrained from reentering the 3,425 acre airport property. Working closely with American Red Cross volunteers, firefighters distributed water, snacks and information to as many persons as possible.

    Throughout the day, LAFD Paramedics medically evaluated an additional 27 persons not involved with the shooting, who suffered illness or minor injury while evacuated from, sheltered within or waiting to deplane into terminals at the nation's third busiest airport. Thirteen of those persons were taken to areas hospitals by LAFD Ambulance for further evaluation.

    No further details were made available regarding the age, gender, condition, affiliation or circumstances involving those who were ill or injured.

    Those seeking additional information are asked to contact the Los Angeles Airport Police Department, Los Angeles Police Department, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Homeland Security - Transportation Security Administration and LAX Airport Administration.


    Dispatched LAFD Units: E51 RA51 E95 RA95 EM4 BC4 RA63 RA62 EM9 DC1 BC18 E295 T95 E5 E205 E263 T63 BC722 TM8 TM1 RA64 RA66 RA894 RA94 RA43 RA892 EM18 TM5 RA58 BC9 DC718 HL1 E63 E94 E266 T66 E292 T92 H3 RH114 T90 E290 JT4 CM3 CP3 RA62 RA11 RA29 RA11 RA29 RA29 RA892 RA867 RA894 RA257 RA95 RA63 CS3 RA29 CP2

    Submitted by Brian Humphrey, Spokesman
    Los Angeles Fire Department

     

  3. Posted

    I think Rural/Metro will be pretty secure in the long run, especially with the bankruptcy filing allowing them to get out of some debt. On the EMS side, they hold a lot of good contracts that other providers and cities can't handle.  

     

    I think the Fire part of their business nowadays in very expensive for them to provide, and that's where they are taking a lot of the hit. I see them getting out of that in the future.

     

    I can't see anyone buying them out, either. AMR doesn't seem to be actively pursuing much lately and has dumped some contracts and other things where they don't make a good profit.

  4. Posted

    A Transportation Security Administration agent was reportedly killed and several more people injured when a gunman opened fire Friday morning at Los Angeles International Airport.

     

     

    Per the official press conference at 11:52 PT:  

     

    LAX World Airport PD Chief Gannon: About 0920hrs Pacific Time an active shooter situation occured. Suspect armed with assault rifle (per PD Chief) inside LAX Terminal 3. Shooter started firing before and through security checkpoint and continued deep into Terminal 3. Officers followed the suspect, who was still actively shooting, engaged and shot the suspect/shooter.  Multiple victims shot.  Suspect in custody. Unknown fatalities, working with FD to rectify. Only one shooter believed involved in incident.  

     

    LAFD Chief Featherstone: LAFD treated 7 patients, transported 6 individuals, 100 Fire/EMS personnel committed to an Major Emergency MCI incident, LA Emergency Operations Center operating at Level 1  

     

    LAPD Chief Charlie Beck: FBI handling investigation, with LAX PD and LAPD assisting  

     

     FBI: Agent David Bowdich: Will give very little facts today, no information will be given about victims, today, evidence response and other specialized teams enroute to LAX.

     

    City Councilman: Commended the unified command  

  11. Posted

    With Rural Metro recently filing for bankruptcy, many are saying this will be good for the company.

     

    I have, however, heard rumors that they may dump their fire protection contracts, as they are money losing.

     

    If this is true, are their certain cities preparing for this, or attempting to start their own FD?

  12. Posted

    Does Seagrave still have a presence out West?

     

    I know for a while they were winning LAFD bids, but that was a while ago. And I know departments like Burbank are very loyal to them.

     

    But are their Seagraves still being ordered and delivered?

     

  18. Posted

    Welcome to the Phoenix Fire Department Firefighter Recruitment web site!

    We are pleased to announce that we will be conducting a Firefighter Recruitd_041121.jpg testing process this year.  The 2013 testing process will begin with a recruitment period of August 26-30, 2013.  **Applications will ONLY be available during this five (5) day period.  Applications will ONLY be accessible on-line through the City of Phoenix Human Resources Website.  

    The written portion of the testing process is tentatively scheduled for late September, 2013; you will be notified by e-mail with an invitation to the exam.  

    Candidates who pass the written exam, will be placed on a Phoenix Fire Department Firefighter Recruit eligibility list.  For more information on the hiring process click here.

    **Applications or related materials will not be made available prior to the Recruitment period so please do not contact City of Phoenix HR Services or the Phoenix Fire Department.

    If you have any questions or future address changes, please use the following e-mail address:  recruitment.pfd@phoenix.gov

    Please check this site for information and updates when recruitment occurs.

    Subscribe to Phoenix Firefighter Recruitment Mailing List

     

     

    The City of Phoenix Recruit testing process is determined by staffing levels, building of new fire stations and budget and not conducted on a pre-scheduled basis. 

    The process consists of a written examination and an oral interview process.  This site addresses many areas of preparing to test to become a firefighter.  For more information please see the links below.  You can also download a sample “recruitment packet”.

    Contact Information: 602-534-FIRE (3473)

    E-mail questions: Recruitment / Testing Office

     

     

    Hiring Process088629.jpg

    Here is information on each step in the hiring process, including the written exam, the eligibility list, oral board interviewing, background checks, physicals and drug testing.

    Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification

    Every Phoenix Firefighter is required to obtain and maintain Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification.

    CPAT - Candidate Physical Ability Test

    Proof of successful completion of a Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) from a licensed agency within 6 months is required at the scheduled date of your final selection interview.

    Firefighter Recruit Training

    Firefighter Recruit is an employment classification for entry level members assigned to the Phoenix Fire Training Academy for Firefighter Recruit Training.

    Affinity Groups

    An Affinity Group is a group of people formed around a shared interest or common goal who support each other and work together.  There are several groups associated with the fire department.  Please contact them directly.

    Firefighter I & II Certification

    Firefighter I & II Certification may be obtained from a number of sources.  To assist you we have identified a few.

    Cadet Program

    The Phoenix Fire Department Cadet Program was started in 1975. The purpose of the program is to provide cadets with hands-on emergency medical training, work experience at fire stations, training in firefighter skills and volunteerism for the community. 

    Fire Science Classes

    The Maricopa Community College District is a great resource to prepare you for a career as a firefighter. Current and former firefighters work as adjunct faculty and are there to help you prepare for a career as a firefighter. Click here to locate Fire Science Classes.

    Fitness Preparation

    Fitness Preparation is a very important part of the employment process.  

    Sample Recruitment Packet

    A Sample Recruitment Packet is available for downloading.  This is a sample of what will be available during the recruitment process.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Click here for answers to frequently asked questions.

     

     

  19. Posted

    Memorial Service Tomorrow for LAFD Captain Matthew McKnight

    date.png | user.png Posted by LAFD

    LOS ANGELES - A memorial service has been slated for Saturday in Westlake Village, to honor fallen Los Angeles Fire Department Captain/Paramedic Matthew G. McKnight.

    Captain McKnight died suddenly while on duty August 12, 2013 at the LAFD Metropolitan Fire Communication Center, where he supervised the life safety needs of America's second largest City.

    9496824468_f50029cbc8.jpg LAFD Captain/Paramedic Matthew McKnight

    (1962-2013)

    We warmly welcome you to join firefighters in celebrating the life of Captain McKnight:

    Saturday, August 24, 2013

    11:00 AM
    Westlake Village, CA 91362

    • A reception for all attendees will be on church grounds following the funeral.
    • Captain McKnight's interment will be private.
    • Uniformed members of the fire service, public safety employees and dignitaries who will be in attendance, are asked to closely review special information and register at  lafdmemorial.org
    Captain McKnight, age 51 - a thirty-one year veteran of the LAFD, is survived by a wife and two young children, as well as two brothers who are active-duty City of Los Angeles Firefighters.

    In lieu of flowers, the McKnight family encourages donations to:

    Children's Hunger Fund

    P.O. Box 7085

    Mission Hills, CA

    91346-7085

    (800) 708-7589

    OR

    Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen's Fund

    815 Colorado Blvd

    4th Floor

    Los Angeles, CA 90041

    The members of your Los Angeles Fire Department are deeply appreciative of the kindness and support of so many at this difficult time. Those wishing to offer an on-line note of condolence or special memory, are encouraged

     

  23. Posted

     
    LAFD Captain Collapses, Dies While on Duty
     
    It's with deep regret that we pass on from the Los Angeles Fire Department that a City of Los Angeles Fire Captain has died while on duty. 
     
    Early this morning, Los Angeles Firefighters discovered on-duty Fire Captain/Paramedic Matthew G. McKnight unresponsive after his unwitnessed collapse inside the LAFD Metropolitan Fire Communications Center. Captain McKnight, age 51 - and a 31 year veteran of the LAFD, was last seen at 0055 hours near the conclusion of a busy five hour watch, where he directly supervised eleven Firefighter/Dispatchers. 
     
    Despite an exhaustive effort by colleagues who immediately performed CPR, applied a defibrillator and instituted advanced life support measures, Captain McKnight proved beyond medical help and was declared dead Monday morning at the Los Angeles County/USC Medical Center. 
     
    Captain McKnight, a resident of Thousand Oaks, California is survived by his wife, teenage daughter and pre-teen son, as well as two brothers who are active-duty members of the LAFD.
     
    Thanks to LAFD's BrianH for the details. Our condolences to all affected. RIP.
     
    Take Care-Be Careful. Pass It On.
    BillyG
    The Secret List 8-12-13 / 1535 Hours

    www.FireFighterCloseCalls.com

     

     

     

  24. Posted

     Worth the read.

     

    The other day, someone whom I adore made mention to someone else how, ‘they didn’t like cops’, because they get to do things the rest of us are not privileged to do only because they’re the law.

     

    This common paradox within our society today intrigued me to the point of wanting to talk about it in a few insignificant and meaningless words.

     

     

    Read more: http://wiseguyhorseracing.wordpress.com/2013/05/10/next-time-you-think-i-dont-like-cops/

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    Adam-12 is one of my favorite shows. It was very much like "Emergency", but for the LAPD. Same creators, similar time period.

     

    I just watched this powerful, awesome episode for the first time yesterday. Although it is almost 40 years old, the words spoken, most especially at the end of the episode haven't changed one bit.  What do you think?

     

    Watch for free on Hulu: http://www.hulu.com/watch/46081

     

     

    "Log 105: Elegy for a Pig" (a.k.a. simply "Elegy for a Pig") is the 60th episode of the television series Adam-12.

     

    This episode, which focuses on the life of a recently killed police officer, is notable for being a major departure from the series' usual "day in the life" format.

     

    The show is presented as a tribute to police officers who have fallen in the line of duty.

     

    In keeping with the show's somber tone, the opening and closing credits are done differently than usual: the theme music is absent, and the white credits are shown against a black background. Also, the opening credits are spoken aloud by the voice of series co-creator Jack Webb, who finishes with, "For the next 30 minutes, Elegy for a Pig." There is also no dialogue, only voice-over narration from Martin Milner.

     

    Synopsis;

     

    Officers Malloy (Martin Milner) and Reed (Kent McCord) are attending the funeral of slain policeman Tom Porter (guest star Mark Goddard), who was a friend and academy classmate of Malloy's. In flashbacks, Malloy remembers meeting and working with Porter during their "rookie" years; Porter's marriage to Marge (Rachel Romen) and the birth of their two children; and Porter being killed while chasing a robbery suspect.

     

     

    Watch for free on Hulu: http://www.hulu.com/watch/46081

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