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Los Angeles Fire Crew Prepares for Year-Round Wildfire Threats

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The Los Angeles Fire Department has established Crew 4, its first full-time paid wildland hand crew, to enhance wildfire prevention and response efforts. This initiative comes in the wake of devastating fires like the Palisades Fire, which claimed 31 lives and destroyed thousands of homes in January 2025. Crew 4, consisting of over 20 trained technicians and sworn foremen, focuses on vegetation management to mitigate fire risks, particularly in high fire hazard zones. With climate change contributing to more frequent wildfires, the crew trains daily to ensure readiness throughout the year, as fire seasons have become increasingly unpredictable.

Key Details: • Crew 4 is based at Fire Station 88 in the San Fernando Valley. • The crew trains daily and is a key resource for LAFD's wildfire response. • Wildfire season in Southern California is now year-round due to climate changes.

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