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Fallen Firefighter Ceremony this Saturday in Hollywood
ByAdminThe men and women of the Los Angeles Fire Department cordially invite you to join Fire Chief Brian L. Cummings, civic and community leaders as well as members, friends and family of the LAFD, as our community gathers to respect those who made the ultimate sacrifice. 2011 Los Angeles Firefighters Memorial Ceremony Saturday, October 8, 2011…
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Fog Grounding Air Assault on Brushfire at Hansen Dam
ByAdminA brushfire slowed by moisture from morning fog is spreading slowly in the Hansen Dam Recreation Area in Lakeview Terrace, authorities said. While the damp conditions were slowing down the fire, they also grounded aircraft that would be used to attack the flames, Los Angeles Fire Department Spokesman Nicholas Prange said. The fire was reported…