VCFD along with firefighters from with Ventura City Fire, Oxnard Fire, LAFD, and Fillmore Fire conducted a controlled burn in Fillmore earlier today. The controlled burn operation was part of the S219 Firing Operations class led by instructors from VCFD. This training provides firefighters with hands-on experience using strategic burn operations as part of their firefighting tactics. The burn also provided hands-on training for newly hired VCFD hand crew members in an active but controlled fire

27K views · 167 reactions | After residents raised concerns about the Los Angeles Fire Department's response times during last month's devastating fires, many are now questioning whether they have enough staff not just to fight the big blazes, but to respond to everyday calls. Many homeowners told 7 On Your Side they barely saw any firefighters in the initial moments of the Palisades Fire. | ABC7 | Facebook

2.4K views · 11 reactions | On today’s L.A. Local podcast: the LAFD is on the defensive after an L.A. Times report saying it could have deployed more resources before the Palisades Fire began. We talk with Alene Tchekmedyian about her reporting, and get the response from fire officials. LISTEN: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/the-la-local-51f0f/episodes/bombshell-report-questions-lafd-plan-ahead-of-palisades-fire-08894 | KNX News 97.1 FM | Facebook

7.1K views · 222 reactions | Water Tender 77 (WT77) is onscene at the...

162 reactions · 20 shares | NBC4 came behind the scenes into our Recruitment and Employment Division to about the current state of our hiring process. | Join LAPD | Facebook

54K views · 1.3K reactions | Here's a glimpse into being a recruit in the LAFD Training Academy. It's 22 weeks of long-enduring work that is both mentally and physically demanding. Do you have what it takes? If so, we will be accepting new applications in February/March 2022. For detailed information regarding the application process and steps needed to apply, visit joinlafd.org  Engineer Robert Smith | JoinLAFD | Facebook

11K views · 1.1K reactions | LAFD Candidate Advancement Program - - - Are you in the LAFD hiring process? Make sure you join our **free** program to help you get a head start with fitness and basic fireground skills. Visit joinLAFD.org for more information. @JoinLAFD | Los Angeles Fire Department | Facebook