"This is serious, people need to wear their mask, they need to social distance, because my kids don't have a father anymore." LAFD firefighter and paramedic Jose Perez lost his life to COVID-19. The 44-year-old's family is sharing his story and urging people to take this virus seriously. https://abc7.la/2P1kBE7 | ABC7

The LAFD Fire Academy provides a comprehensive training program for aspiring firefighters. One important part of this training is auto extrication, which focuses on safely and effectively rescuing people trapped in vehicles after accidents. #lafd #futurefirefigther #firefightertraining #firefightertiktok | Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation

Day in the Life: #LAFD Task Force 5 is conducting critical training at a vacant apartment in Westchester. Training in real-world environments like this ensures our firefighters are always prepared to respond swiftly and safely to emergencies. We are so grateful for their dedication and the hard work they put in daily to keep our communities safe! #firefightertraining #firefighterlife #firetruck #firetrucksofamerica #firetrucksdaily | Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation

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

As an LAFD Firefighter, not only does routine training happen on a daily basis to become safe, effective, and efficient at mitigating emergencies, but there are many optional training and specialization opportunities beyond the day-to-day training. Recently, a specialized group of Swiftwater Rescue Technicians headed north to (near) Folsom, CA to hone their skills on this particular specialty. We invite you to #joinLAFD, where you can customize your path through the fire service, and make a diff

Join the Los Angeles Fire Department. #JoinLAFD #LAFD #MySafeLA | JoinLAFD