Long Beach Fire Department

Holiday Fire Safety Tip: Today's fire safety tip involves the use of generators. A great source of external power; but make sure you keep these tips in mind when using one #12DaysofFireSafety

Day 7 of Fire Safety includes important information regarding electrical hazards. Please check all electrical cords to reduce fire hazards #12DaysofFireSafety

The City of Long Beach Fire Department announced today the retirement of their first search and rescue Canine. The dog, a Black Labrador Retriever named Rex has faithfully served the City of Long Beach, the State of California, and the Country for the last 11 years. Rex was placed with his handler, Fire Captain Wade Haller on June 9, 2009. Since then, Rex has been on-call to respond to any major disaster throughout the United States. In September of 2017, Rex was depl...oyed to Texas in support of Hurricane Harvey. In January of 2018, Rex searched the areas in and around the devastating mud flows of Montecito after the Thomas Fire. #YourLBFD #SemperParatus #k9hero #golongbeach #k9life Press release: http://www.longbeach.gov//press-r/lbfd-search-dog-retires/ Youtube video link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=23KFkwCKtvU&feature=youtu.be

Holiday Fire Safety Day 8 - Knowing WHAT to do in case of fire is one of the most important things to learn. Make a plan with family members and practice, practice, practice! #12DaysofFireSafety

The Census Bureau issued a new deadline stating that self-response and field data collection operations for the 2020 Census will end TODAY! Please be counted Long Beach! #census2020 #becounted #lbcounts2020

8:16PM: LBFD Units on scene of 2nd Alarm fire with multiple vehicles under carport adjacent to an apartment building & auto body shop. No injuries despite carport roof collapse. Fire is out and under investigation.

Good news! Our next series of virtual recruitment events are scheduled in the evening in October! The next one is on Wednesday, October 14th, from 7 pm- 8:30 pm. Registration is required, click on the link for more information #JoinLBFD https://bit.ly/2OPu2GL

#YourLBFD here! Sharing more safety tips with you in celebration of #FirePreventionWeek !! We wish you all a safe weekend!

#YourLBFD sharing some safety tips during #FirePreventionWeek This years focus is safety in the kitchen, what are you doing to make it happen?

It’s #FirePreventionWeek ... Did you know that cooking fires are the number one cause of home fires and home injuries? Follow along #yourLBFD this week for safety tips & how you can prevent these kinds of fires!

Strike team 1321A continues to work supporting the Creek Fire. These pictures were taken yesterday, as the crew continues tactical patrol and mop up. #mutualaid #creekfire @longbeachfirefighters

#YourLBFD is currently accepting applications for Ambulance Operators. Applications must be submitted by Friday, October 2, 2020 at 4:30 pm. Visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/longbeach to apply! #AmbulanceOperator #NowHiring #EMT

Our next virtual recruitment event is happening THIS Wednesday, September 30th, from 7 pm- 8:30 pm. Join us to learn more about what it takes to become a firefighter! Registration is required, click on the link for more information #JoinLBFD https://bit.ly/2OPu2GL

Today marks the first day of the Fire recruit academy for our 2020A class. 24 individuals embark on their journey to becoming firefighters with #yourLBFD, all while maintaining COVID19 safety protocols #workhardtrainhard @lbfirefighters

#YourLBFD is supporting the state with several mutual aid requests. Pictured here is Strike Team 1321A, supporting operations at the Creek Fire- doing tactical patrol and mop up.

19 years ago the nation experienced a terrible tragedy that is ingrained in our collective souls. Please join us for a moment of silence at 9:11 am to honor, reflect and remember those who died, those who served, and those who carry on #NeverForget #343 https://bit.ly/2Rl6Yk4

National Preparedness Month: Week 2 reminds us to build an emergency kit for our families. Basic needs like water, food & medications are key. Don't forget to include supplies for your pets! How much emergency water per person are you recommended to have? #BeREADY #READYLongBeach

To finish off our first week of preparedness tips, we remind you to sign up to receive alerts and notices, right on your phone. Another simple step in making a plan is knowing how to stay informed! Visit www.longbeach.gov/disasterpreparedness to sign up TODAY! #READYLongBeach #BeREADY