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The filing period for the #LACoFD Fire Fighter Trainee (Paramedic) Emergency Hire Examination opened today!
Filing Period:
Monday, October 19, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) through
Friday, October 23, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. (PT).
Requirements:
* Graduation from high school, its equivalent, or higher from an accredited institution
* A current, valid, non-probationary California Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic
(EMT-P) License issued by the State of California Emergency Medical Services Authority that must be effective for at least six months beyond the date of appointment
* Twelve (12) months of full-time experience as a primary care paramedic running
9-1-1 responses
* A current and valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) certificate at the time of appointment
To see the Job Posting with the full list of requirements and view Frequently Asked Questions, please visit:
💻 fire.lacounty.gov/firefighte….
#FirefighterParamedic #Paramedic
Welcome Home #LACoFD USA-02 from your @StateDept mission in #Panama.
Our thoughts remain with Panama as recovery and rebuilding begin.
🐾 Remembering K-9 Deacon
With heavy hearts, the #LACoFD mourns the passing of K-9 Deacon at 11 years old.
Throughout his service, Deacon made a lasting impact, deploying alongside our USA-02 team to support search and rescue efforts following the devastating 2023 earthquake in Türkiye and the hurricanes that struck Jamaica late last year.
Our deepest condolences go out to Deacon’s handler, Fire Captain Mike Toepfer, the Search Dog Foundation, and all who had the privilege of working alongside him.
Deacon’s dedication, courage and companionship will never be forgotten. He will forever remain a cherished member of the LACoFD family. ❤️🐾
LACoFD retweeted
Rain is expected tonight across parts of LA County🌧️
It’s time to prepare. Drive safely, check your storm prep, and stay safe.
Get full emergency resources and safety checklists at ➡️ ready.lacounty.gov/rain ☔
#LACounty #LARain #StormPrep #LAWeather
LACoFD retweeted
Radar Loop (Valid 712 AM):
- Showers/isolated thunderstorms moving across #SanLuisObispo and #SantaBarbara counties
- Rainfall rates up to 0.25-0.50 inches/hour
- Rain will spread into #Ventura and #LosAngeles counties later today
#CAwx
LACoFD retweeted
There are Flood Watches in effect for portions of our area from 8 AM Wed- 5PM Thu. First year burn scars are the most vulnerable to flooding/debris flows. However, at least minor flooding is possible anywhere heavy rain occurs. #CAwx
As the State Department deployment to Panama wraps up, we are proud to highlight the LACoFD USA-02 team’s work alongside USA-01 - conducting over 383 critical structural safety assessments across 7 provinces and 33 districts.
Priority worksites included schools and education sites, medical facilities, government and emergency-service buildings, and churches.
Our specialists provided vital data to Panamanian authorities to verify safety, guide repairs, and help essential services reopen.
Our thoughts remain with the people of Panama as they continue to recover and rebuild.
Rain is in the forecast for this Wednesday (10/21) and Thursday (10/22), so now is the time to prepare! 🌧️☔️
Altadena residents are encouraged to join us tomorrow, October 20th, for the Altadena Community Sandbag Event at Loma Alta Park from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Additional Community Sand Bag Events will be scheduled across LA County in the coming weeks and months.
All #LACoFD fire stations have ready-to-fill sandbags available, with sand provided at select locations.
📍 Pick up ready-to-fill sandbags: Your local #LACoFD community fire station
🔗 Find sand & ready-to-fill sandbags near you: lacounty.pw/sandbags
LACoFD retweeted
Hazardous Beach conditions will continue through the foreseeable future. Suggested actions: Stay back from the water’s edge, Never turn your back to the ocean, Stay off rocks and jetties, and Always swim near a lifeguard. See attached graphic for more details! #CAwx
On Sunday, October 18, 2026, the #LACoFD and @LACoFireMuseum held a Flag Ceremony at FS 127 for our dear friend Randolph ‘Randy’ Mantooth who passed away on July 9, 2026.
Famous for playing Johnny Gage on Emergency!, Randy brought Squad 51 into millions of homes. His television seriespopularized the modern paramedic and EMS systems we rely on today.
Randy was also a fierce advocate for firefighter health and safety, representing both the IAFF and the IAFC, and speaking at safety conferences nationwide.
Randy was a faithful supporter of our Department and the Los Angeles County Fire Museum.
He is greatly missed but his legacy will forever live on in our hearts and in the lifesaving programs he championed.
📸 Doug Morrison, LACoFD Photographer
LACoFD retweeted
🌧 According to @NWSLosAngeles, #LACounty can expect rain starting Wednesday & beach hazards from now through Thursday night.
✔ It's a good idea to prepare now for the possibility of much heavier rainfall in the coming months: ready.lacounty.gov/rain
#ReadyLACounty #LARain
ALT Map from National Weather Service showing predicted rainfall intensity for LA, Ventura, Santa Barbara, & San Luis Obispo counties Rain Totals: 0.5-1.5 in except 1.5-3 in south facing mountains/foothills Peak Timing: Wed afternoon to Thu morning Thunderstorms: 30-40 % chance Cloud-to-ground lightning Heavy downpours with small hail Waterspouts Rain Rate Potential: 50% of 0.5 in/hr - Minor flood/debris flow 10% of 0.9 in/hr - Significant flood/debris flow near most vulnerable first year burn scars
ALT Elevated Surf & Dangerous Rip Currents map from National Weather Service showing Beach Hazard Statment for beaches in LA and Ventura counties. Potential Impacts: . Dangerous Rip Currents . Elevated Surf . Minor Tidal Overflows Timing: Now through Thursday night Location: LA/Ventura Counties Details: Persistent long period south swells . 3-6 foot surf: highest for south-southwest facing beaches . Tides: 5.5-6.2 feet (~1.2 foot above astronomical predictions) Outlook: Saturday-Thursday . Minor to locally moderate coastal flooding Dependent on swell energy . Tides: 7.0-8.0 feet, peaking Mon-Wed . Surf: 2-4 feet Generally small, long period south swells
Thank you, Los Angeles! We had a wonderful day spending time with neighbors yesterday at the 21st Annual #TasteOfSoul Family Festival.
Our heartfelt thanks go out to the Stentorians, the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and our Communications, Lifeguard, and Forestry teams. Thank you for answering questions, sharing safety tips, and inspiring the next generation of first responders through the career and youth program opportunities available at #LACoFD.
