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JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2022 CALLS FOR SERVICE 3/18/2022 In January & February, the Long Beach Fire Department responded to 10,800+ calls for service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District.
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CALLS FOR SERVICE - JUNE 2021 7/16/2021 In June, the Long Beach Fire Department responded to 5,400+ calls for service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of invident within each Council District and calls of service for the HEART unit.
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CALLS FOR SERVICE - MAY 2021 6/18/2021

In May, the Long Beach Fire Department responded to 5,200+ calls for service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service for the HEART unit.
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CALLS FOR SERVICE - APRIL 2021 5/14/2021 In April, the Long Beach Fire Department responded to 4,200+ calls for service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of invident within each Council District and calls of service for the HEART unit.
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2021 Lifeguard Tryouts 4/23/2021 An additional date for tryouts has been scheduled for those interested in becoming a Seasonal Lifeguard with the Long Beach Fire Department.
2021 March Post Resized
CALLS FOR SERVICE - MARCH 2021 4/9/2021 In March, the Long Beach Fire Department responded to 5,000+ calls for service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service for the HEART unit.
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CALLS FOR SERVICE - FEBRUARY 2021 3/8/2021 In February, the Long Beach Fire Department responded to 4,600+ Calls for Service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service for the HEART unit.
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Calls For Service - January 2021 2/26/2021 In January, LBFD responded to 5,500+ calls for service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service for the HEART unit.
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Sand & Bags for Upcoming Rain 1/27/2021 Long Beach, CA - A series of storms with heavy rain and lower than normal temperatures are expected in Long Beach and Los Angeles County through Friday, January 29th. The National Weather Service is predicting major rain patterns with the most significant rainfall occurring between Wednesday and Friday this week. Strong gusty winds are also expected during this period.
October 2020 resized
Calls For Service - October 2020 11/19/2020 In October, LBFD responded to 5,100+ calls for service. Every month we will be sharing out calls of service by type of incident within each Countcil District and calls of service for the HEART1 unit.
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Calls For Service - September 2020 10/19/2020 In September, LBFD responded to 5,200+ calls for service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service forthe HEART1 unit.
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CALLS FOR SERVICE - AUGUST 2020 9/11/2020 In August, LBFD responded to 5,300+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service for the HEART1 unit.
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CALLS FOR SERVICE - MAY/JUNE 2020 8/17/2020 In May and June, LBFD responded to 9,800+ calls for service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART Unit.
March & April 2020 POST (2)
CALLS FOR SERVICE - MARCH/APRIL 2020 8/17/2020

In March and April, LBFD responded to 9,700+ calls for service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service for the HEART1 Unit.
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CALLS FOR SERVICE - JULY 2020 8/7/2020 In July, LBFD responded to 5,300+ calls for service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service for the HEART1 Unit.
Update - Covid19
Community Outreach Requests Postponed 3/13/2020 Due to the current outbreak of #covid19, #yourLBFD has postponed all community outreach requests in order to ensure the overall health and safety of all parties involved. 
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Calls for Service - Jan/Feb 2020 3/11/2020 In January and February, LBFD responded to 10,600+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
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Calls for Service - Nov. and Dec. 2019 1/27/2020 In November and December, LBFD responded to 10,300+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
Public Notice - 333 W Ocean High Rise Drill
High Rise Drills 11/30/2019 The Long Beach Fire Department will be conducting high-rise operations training for the following dates above.
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Calls for Service - October 2019 11/12/2019 In October, LBFD responded to 5,400+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
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Calls for Service - September 2019 10/10/2019 In September, LBFD responded to 5,300+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
Fire Recruit - Orientation Ad (2)
Recruitment Orientation 9/20/2019 Fires don't wait. Why should you? Missed the last one? Join us for our next Recruitment Orientation in October!
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Calls For Service - August 2019 9/16/2019 In August, LBFD responded to 5,200+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
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Recruitment Orientation 9/13/2019 Join us for our first Fire Recruit Informational Workshop of the 2019 year!  Learn more about what it takes to become a firefighter for Long Beach.
July 2019 RESIZED
Calls For Service - July 2019 8/8/2019 In July, LBFD responded to 5,500+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
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Long Beach Fire hosting Blood Drive 7/29/2019 The Long Beach Fire Department will be hosting a blood drive! Helps us answer the Emergency Call by the American Red Cross.
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Calls For Service - June 2019 7/11/2019 In June, LBFD responded to 5,100+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
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NOW HIRING! 6/11/2019

The Long Beach Fire Department is currently accepting applications for Ambulance Operator. Deadline to submit application is June 21, 2019 at 4:30 pm. 
May 2019 RESIZED
Calls For Service - May 2019 6/7/2019 In May, LBFD responded to 5,200+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
April CFS 2019 RESIZED
Calls for Service - April 2019 5/17/2019 In April, LBFD responded to 5,100+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
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Calls for Service - March 2019 4/12/2019 In March, LBFD responded to 5,000+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
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Calls for Service - February 2019 3/5/2019 In February, LBFD responded to 4,800+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
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Calls for Service - January 2019 2/5/2019 In January, LBFD responded to 5,200+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
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Looking for sandbags? 1/29/2019 Rain is on its way! Click here to find out where you can get sand/sandbags!
December 2018 RESIZED
Calls for Service - December 2018 1/9/2019 In December, LBFD responded to 5,100+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
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Calls for Service - November 2018 12/6/2018 In November, LBFD responded to 5,000+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
October 2018 RESIZED
Calls for Service - October 2018 11/9/2018 In October, LBFD responded to 5,100+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
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Can You Fill These Boots? 11/5/2018 If you missed our last Fire Recruit informational workshop, we have another one coming up!
September 2018 Calls for Service RESIZED
Calls for Service - September 2018 10/4/2018 In September, LBFD responded to 5,000+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
Mental Health Awareness Training Grant
Long Beach is First City to be Awarded Grant for Mental Health First Aid for Fire and Emergency Medical Services 10/2/2018 As a stand-alone applicant, the Long Beach Fire Department (LBFD) is the first fire department in the nation to receive a three-year “Mental Health Awareness Training Grant,” from the United States Department of Health and Human Services for its efforts to address issues surrounding homelessness and mental illness.
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Fires Don't Wait. Why should you? 10/2/2018 Can you handle the heat? Join us for our first Fire Recruit Informational Workshop of the year!
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City announces next Fire Chief 10/1/2018

City Manager Patrick H. West announces the appointment of the next Long Beach Fire Department Fire Chief, Xavier Espino!
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Calls for Service - August 2018 9/12/2018 In August, LBFD responded to 5,200+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
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City Council votes to name fire training facility after Capt. David Rosa 9/11/2018 In honor of a “dedicated public servant,” the City Council on Tuesday voted unanimously to rename the facility, located at 2249 Argonne Ave., after Rosa, who was fatally shot on June 25 while responding to a call in a senior living facility near Downtown Long Beach.
July Cover (RESIZED)
Calls for Service - July 2018 8/8/2018 In July, LBFD responded to 5,290+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
Calls for Service June 2018 (RESIZED)
Calls for Service - June 2018 7/20/2018 In June, LBFD responded to 4,900+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
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Thank you from the LBFD 7/17/2018 We are truly thankful for all the love and support that the community and other public agencies have shown towards the Long Beach Fire Department over the past few weeks. 
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Calls for Service - May 2018 7/13/2018 In May, LBFD responded to 4,800+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
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*Update* Passing of Fire Captain David Rosa 6/25/2018 Information relating to Captain Rosa’s memorial services will be forthcoming. 
LBFD Illegal Fireworks (New PD-English)
All Fireworks are ILLEGAL in the City of Long Beach 6/1/2018 With the 4th of July holiday fast approaching, the Long Beach Fire and Police Departments would like to remind residents and visitors that all fireworks, including those marked “Safe and Sane,” are ILLEGAL in the City of Long Beach. 
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CALLS FOR SERVICE- APRIL 2018 5/21/2018  In April, LBFD responded to 4,800+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
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Calls for Service - March 2018 4/6/2018 In March, LBFD responded to 5,100+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
February 2018 Cover - Resized
Calls For Service - February 2018 3/16/2018 In February, LBFD responded to 4,300+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
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Calls For Service - January 2018 2/16/2018 In January, LBFD responded to 5,300+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
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Long Beach Junior Guards prep course 2/6/2018 The Long Beach Junior Lifeguards are excited to announce that they are once again offering a tryout preparation course in partnership with Long Beach Parks, Recreation & Marine!
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Calls for Service - December 2017 1/12/2018 In December, LBFD responded to 5,200+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
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Passing of Firefighter Otis Reid 1/3/2018 Today we remember & honor Firefighter Otis Reid. Mr. Reid was the first African American Firefighter hired by the LBFD. We are sad to announce of his passing on December 23, 2017.
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Happy New Year 2018! 1/1/2018 Your Long Beach Fire Department wishes you a safe and happy new year! Let's make this year an incredible one!
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Celebrate 2018 Safely! 12/30/2017 As we ring in the new year, please remember - ALL fireworks are illegal in Long Beach City, including those labeled "safe and sane!" #FireworksFreeLB
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Treecycle Long Beach! 12/26/2017 Having a dry holiday tree in your home is dangerous and raises the chances of a fire occurring! Be fire smart this holiday season - RECYCLE your Christmas tree! 
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12 Days of Fire Safety - Christmas Day 12/25/2017 On Christmas day my Fire Chief said to me: “Merry Christmas!”
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12 Days of Fire Safety - Day 9 12/16/2017 On the 9th day before Christmas my Ambulance Operator said to me: “check holiday lights weekly!” #12DaysofFireSafety #yourLBFD
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12 Days of fire safety - day 10 12/15/2017 On the 10th day before Christmas my Fire Inspector said to me: "make sure your fire place is in good condition!"
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Aviles Sisters - 10 Year anniversary 12/14/2017 On this day, ten years ago, the Aviles sisters, Jasmine (age 9), Jocelyn (age 7), and Stephanie (age 6) died in a horrific Long Beach converted garage fire.
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12 Days of Fire Safety - Day 11 12/14/2017 On the 11th day before Christmas a firefighter said to me: "Candle with care!" #12DaysofFireSafety #yourLBFD 
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12 Days of Fire Safety - Day 12 12/13/2017 On the 12th day before Christmas my Fire Marshal said to me: "water your tree daily!"
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12 Days of fire safety 12/12/2017 Stay tuned for our #12DaysofFireSafety until Christmas day! Starting tomorrow, make sure to check back for important fire safety tips. #YourLBFDwants you to have a safe and happy Holiday season! 
RESIZED Calls for Service - November 2017
Calls for Service - November 2017 12/8/2017 In November, LBFD responded to 4,800+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service citywide for the HEART1 Unit.
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Calls for Service - October 2017 11/10/2017 In October, LBFD responded to 5,300+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service citywide for the HEART1 Unit.
RESIZED - August 2017 CFS
Calls for Service - August 2017 9/8/2017 In August, LBFD responded to 5,300+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service for the HEART1 Unit.
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Calls for Service - July 2017 8/9/2017 In July, LBFD responded to 5,330+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service for the HEART1 Unit.
Calls for Service - June 2017 7/14/2017 In June, LBFD responded to 5,000+ calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service and for the HEART1 Unit.
Calls For Service - May 2017 6/7/2017 In May, LBFD responded to 4,999 calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service citywide for the HEART1 Unit.
Calls for Service - April 2017 5/6/2017 In April, LBFD responded to over 4,850 calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District and calls of service citywide for the HEART1 Unit.
California Shark Advisory System 5/5/2017 Confirmed shark sightings in Long Beach, advisory signs will  be posted at the water’s edge where Marine Safety personnel are able to confirm shark sightings.
Firehouse Fridays - Beach Operations 4/28/2017 Every month we will feature a Firehouse or Lifeguard station for you to better understand the resources your Fire Department offers!
Calls For Service - March 2017 4/11/2017 In March, LBFD responded to over 5,000 calls of service. Every month we will be sharing our calls of service by type of incident within each Council District.
Firehouse Fridays - Station 2 4/7/2017 Every month we will feature a Firehouse or Lifeguard station for you to better understand the resources your Fire Department offers!
Keeping Up With LBFD! 4/4/2017 Make sure to follow us for alerts, advisories, and emergency news on all our social media channels!
Firehouse Fridays - Station 1 3/17/2017 Every month we will feature a Firehouse or Lifeguard station for you to better understand the resources your Fire Department offers!
Calls For Service - February 2017 3/3/2017 Have you ever wondered where that Fire Engine is going? What they're doing? And why their lights are on? 
Long Beach Lifeguard Tryouts Take Place on March 5, 2017 3/2/2017 On Sunday, March 5, 2017, beginning at 8:00 a.m. the Long Beach Fire Department will hold an open test for anyone interested in becoming a Seasonal Lifeguard.
Sand Bag Locations 02/17
Be Prepared for Powerful Storms 2/15/2017 A powerful storm system is bearing down on Southern California, and is expected to bring several inches of rain, high winds and higher sea levels through Saturday.
12 Days of Fire Safety - Christmas Day
12 Days of Fire Safety - Christmas Day 12/25/2016

On Christmas day my Fire Chief said to me: “Merry Christmas!”
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12 Days of Fire Safety - Day 1 12/24/2016 On the day before Christmas my Fire Captain said to me: “Most fires start in the kitchen. Never leave cooking unattended!”
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12 Days of Fire Safety - Day 2 12/23/2016 On the 2nd day before Christmas my Battalion Chief said to me: “keep a fire extinguisher handy!”
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12 Days of Fire Safety - Day 3 12/22/2016 On the 3rd day before Christmas my Fire Ambassador said to me: “play safely, leave any matches/lighters out of reach of children!”
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12 Days of Fire Safety - Day 4 12/21/2016

On the 4th day before Christmas my Deputy Chief said to me: “make sure your fire place is in good condition!”  
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12 Days of Fire Safety - Day 5 12/20/2016 On the 5th day before Christmas my Paramedic said to me: “make sure you have working carbon monoxide alarms!”
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12 Days of Fire Safety - Day 6 12/19/2016 On the 6th day before Christmas my Ambulance Operator said to me: “check holiday lights weekly!”
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12 Days of Fire Safety - Day 7 12/18/2016 On the 7th day before Christmas my Fire Engineer said to me: “use extension cords wisely.”
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12 Days of Fire Safety - Day 8 12/17/2016 On the 8th day before Christmas my CERT member said to me: “practice a fire escape plan!”  
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12 Days of Fire Safety - Day 9 12/16/2016 On the 9th day before Christmas my Assistant Chief said to me: “give space heaters space!”
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12 Days of Fire Safety - Day 10 12/15/2016 On the 10th day before Christmas my Fire Inspector said to me: “test your smoke alarms monthly!”


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12 Days of Fire Safety - Day 11 12/14/2016 On the 11th day before Christmas a Firefighter said to me: "When you go out, blow out!"
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12 Days of Fire Safety - Day 12 12/13/2016 On the 12th day before Christmas my Fire Marshal said to me: "water your fresh Christmas tree daily!"
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12 Days of Fire Safety 12/12/2016 Tomorrow starts our 12 Days of Fire Safety until Christmas Day... make sure to check everyday for our Fire Safety Tips this Holiday Season!
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Long Beach Fire Department Implements First Responder Fee 4/6/2016 As of October 1, 2015, the Long Beach Fire Department has implemented the First Responder Fee.
Seasonal Lifeguard Tryouts 2016
Lifeguard Tryouts 2016 3/2/2016

2016 Lifeguard Information 
SAVE Card
Long Beach Fire Issue SAVE Cards 2/10/2016 Supplying Aid to Victims of Emergency (SAVE) offers on-the-spot aid to families and individuals who suffer substantial property loss in a fire, earthquake or other disaster.
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Memorial Services Announced for Captain Ryan Thornton 10/9/2015 Memorial services are set for Fire Captain Ryan Thornton on Wednesday, October 14, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Cottonwood Church located at 4505 Katella Avenue, Los Alamitos, CA.
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READY Long Beach 2015 9/16/2015 Saturday, September 19 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Heartwell Park
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READY Long Beach 2015 9/16/2015 Sabado, Septiembre 19 de 10:00am a 5:00pm en el Parque Heartwell
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All Fireworks are Illegal in Long Beach - Khmer 6/24/2015
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TODOS LOS COHETES SON ILEGALES EN LONG BEACH 6/24/2015

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