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Celebrating 251 years of honor, courage and commitment.
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has officially proclaimed November 10, 2026, as Marine Corps Day in #LACounty, recognizing the service, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication of all who have served in the United States Marine Corps.
The #LACoFD proudly joins in honoring our nation’s Marines, past and present, for their service to our country and communities.
Happy 251st Birthday, U.S. Marine Corps! Semper Fidelis!
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Maciel and @LASDHQ families as they grieve the unexpected passing of Deputy Martin Maciel.
RIP 🕊️💔
It is with heavy hearts that we share the tragic loss of Deputy Martin Maciel, a ten-year veteran of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and an Army Reservist, who passed away as a result of an off-duty traffic collision this past weekend.
Deputy Maciel joined the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department in 2016 and graduated from Academy Class #417. He began his career at Twin Towers Correctional Facility and later transferred to his patrol assignment at Transit Services Bureau. In 2019 he transferred to Norwalk Station where he later became a motorcycle deputy.
Throughout his years of service, Deputy Maciel was a valued member of the department, and his dedication will be remembered by those who had the privilege of serving alongside him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and all who knew him.
Welcome to the LACoFD Forestry Division!
On Wednesday, October 28, 2026, the #LACoFD welcomed 12 new Forestry Assistants following the successful completion of their orientation.
Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone, Chief Deputy Theresa Barrera, Acting Deputy Chief Pat Sprengel, and Forestry Division Chief Ronald Durbin joined family, friends, and colleagues to present these dedicated individuals with their official pins and badges.
Our Forestry Division works tirelessly to protect and manage the local environment across three critical pillars:
🔥 Defensible Space
🌲 Forestry Operations
🌱 Natural Resources
Congratulations and welcome to our newest team members!
🚩A Red Flag Warning ‼️ is in effect from 2:00 a.m. through 6:00 p.m. Saturday, November 7, for portions of #LACounty, including the Santa Clarita Valley, Santa Monica Mountains, Santa Susana Mountains, and western San Gabriel Mountains. Low humidity and high temperatures will create elevated fire danger. 🔥
📱Visit ready.lacounty.gov for preparedness tips and resources.
**Updated to Include a 12th Event on 11/22**
☔️⚠️ Storm season is coming to LA County, and El Niño means heavy rain is on the way. ☔️⚠️
Don’t wait until the first flood to prepare!
To help you get ready, the #LACoFD is hosting FREE COMMUNITY SANDBAG DISTRIBUTION EVENTS from November 7 to November 28, 2026.
Details:
📍12 designated LA County locations (with a drive-up option available)
☔️ Up to 25 free pre-filled sandbags per resident
🏡 Protect your property from flooding, mud, and debris flow
Check the schedule to find a location near you!
☔️⚠️ Storm season is coming to LA County, and El Niño means heavy rain is on the way. ☔️⚠️
Don’t wait until the first flood to prepare!
To help you get ready, the #LACoFD is hosting FREE COMMUNITY SANDBAG DISTRIBUTION EVENTS from November 7 to November 28, 2026.
Details:
📍11 designated LA County locations (with a drive-up option available)
☔️ Up to 25 free pre-filled sandbags per resident
🏡 Protect your property from flooding, mud, and debris flow
Check the schedule to find a location near you!
🛠️🚁 EXAM OPENING SOON: Are you ready to join our elite Air Operations team?
The application filing period for the #LACoFD Helicopter Mechanic exam opens soon.
If you are ready to protect our communities from above by maintaining our vital aerial fleet, now is the time to prepare!
Stay tuned for updates on filing dates and requirements.
#LACoFDAirOperations #FireAviation #MechanicJobs
Grateful for our local heroes! 💙🚓🚒
At the City of Norwalk’s Annual First Responders Appreciation Luncheon, the community came together to celebrate the hard work and dedication of the LA County Sheriff’s Department, #LACoFD, CHP, and Norwalk public safety.
Thank you for keeping our community safe every single day. 🙌🏽
#CityofNorwalk #FirstResponders #PublicSafety
Huge thanks to State Senator Bob Archuleta (@SenBobArchuleta) for securing $1.5 million in state funding for the new #LACoFD Fire Station 17 project in Whittier! 🚒
Our personnel were honored to stand alongside you and the Whittier City Council last month to celebrate this milestone. Your commitment to keeping our firefighters and residents safe means everything to our community.
#Whittier #FireSafety #PublicSafety
60 years ago today, the Loop Fire tragically claimed the lives of 10 brave members of the El Cariso Hotshots in Pacoima Canyon. Two additional crew members succumbed to their injuries in the days that followed.
This morning, #LACoFD joined the Angeles National Forest, LAFD, and the families of the fallen to honor their ultimate sacrifice.
Six decades later, our promise remains unshaken: We will never forget. 🕊️🚒
#NeverForget #LoopFire #ElCarisoHotshots
CELEBRATING DIA DE LOS MUERTOS
Have a safe and memorable time as you celebrate and remember your loved ones who have passed.
Safety Tips:
Ofrendas combine open flames with flammable papel picado and dry flowers. Keep your home safe with these quick tips:
🕯️ Keep candles 3+ feet away from decorations.
❌ Never leave open flames unattended or burning overnight.
🔋 Consider battery-operated LED candles.
🐾 Keep altars secure from children & pets.
Have a beautiful and safe celebration! ❤️
Time to FALL BACK! 🍂⏰
As you set your clocks back one hour tonight, the #LACoFD reminds you to make home safety a priority.
Before heading to bed, use this quick checklist:
✅ Test all smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.
🔋 Replace any old or dead batteries.
Once your alarms are secure, enjoy that extra hour of sleep! 😴
**Reposting of the LACoFD Fire Fighter Trainee (Paramedic) Emergency Hire Examination**
Answer the Call! 🚒🔥
Do you want to make a real impact in your community?
The #LACoFD has reposted the Fire Fighter Trainee (Paramedic) Emergency Hire Examination.
Filing Period:
Monday, October 19, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) through
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. (PT).
To see the Job Posting with the full list of updated requirements and to view Frequently Asked Questions, please visit:
💻 fire.lacounty.gov/firefighte…
#FirefighterParamedic #Paramedic
Happy #Halloween Eve! Wishing you all a safe, happy, and SPOOKY Halloween!
May your bags be full of candy and your night be full of harmless frights.
With rain impacting #LACounty today and throughout the weekend, please follow these important safety tips.
Stay safe, look out for your neighbors, and avoid flooded roads!
RESOURCES:
☔️ Storm preparedness resources:
🔗 ready.lacounty.gov
📍 Get ready-to-fill sandbags at your local #LACoFD fire station:
🔗 lacounty.pw/sandbags
📲 Sign up for emergency alerts:
🔗 alert.lacounty.gov
This week, the #LACoFD was honored to host and welcome delegates from the Czech Republic for an immersive experience.
The visit offered a tour of Fire Station 3, the Air and Wildland Division, 9-1-1 Communications Center, the Palisades wildfire impacted area, and more.
We thank the delegation for visiting and for the international collaboration and knowledge exchange on emergency response and fire safety practices.
The LACoFD would like to thank Battalion Chief Jeremy Montgomery and Fire Captain Aaron Katon for coordinating and planning the visit.
