LA mayor removes fire chief over wildfire response
Citing the city's response to the region's devastating wildfires, Los Angeles Mayor Karen removed Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley from her role at the department.
Mayor Bass Criticized for Sacking Fire Chief; Others Support Move
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is touting the support of some top officials for her firing of Los Angeles Fire Department Chief Kristin Crowley, while others including the head of fire department’s union and at least one City Council member are assailing the mayor’s unusual move.
Los Angeles mayor removes fire department chief
Mayor Karen Bass has removed Los Angeles Fire Department chief Kristin Crowley after weeks of a public rift. Bass has criticized Crowley for a lack of preparation and mishandling the city's wildfire response,
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass removes LAFD Chief Kristin Crowley over handling of Palisades fire
Bass has appointed former Chief Deputy Ronnie Villanueva as interim fire chief. Villanueva served with the LAFD for 41 years before retiring in September 2024.
LA Mayor Removes Fire Chief Over Response to Palisades Blaze
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass removed Fire Chief Kristin Crowley, escalating a public dispute over the city’s handling of the deadly Palisades fire last month.
L.A. Mayor Karen Bass removes fire chief over tensions during deadly blazes
Mayor Karen Bass on Friday ousted Fire Chief Kristin Crowley amid tensions between the two over the way this year's deadly fires were handled.
Mayor Bass Removes LA Fire Chief Crowley Effective Immediately (Full press conference)
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass ousted Fire Chief Kristin Crowley over her handling of the Palisades fire on Friday, adding to the turmoil that has enveloped City Hall. Bass took that step after publicly ramping up criticism of Crowley in recent days,
LA Mayor Karen Bass Removes Fire Chief After Wildfires: What We Know
Bass removed Crowley "in the best interests of Los Angeles' public safety," following the deadly wildfires last month.
Belchertown fire crews respond to 2-Alarm structure fire
Belchertown firefighters, including mutual aid from the Amherst Fire Department, worked to contain the flames.
Local fire departments urge residents to clear their fire hydrants
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Firefighter continues family legacy joining Detroit Fire Department
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One death reported in Kennett, Mo. fire; investigation underway
KENNETT, Mo. (KFVS) - An investigation is underway after a deadly fire in Kennett, Missouri. According to the Kennett Fire ...
As Wall Street Chases Profits, Fire Departments Have Paid the Price
Fire engine manufacturing is now largely controlled by three companies. Around the country, prices have soared, and orders ...
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Jackson Fire Department honors its retirees, celebrates new promotions
One first responder agency recognizes several of its team members during a special event here in the Hub City Friday evening.
Greater Cincinnati paper plant catches fire, multiple fire departments respond
FRANKLIN, Ohio (WKRC) - Multiple fire departments responded to a report of a fire at a paper plant in Greater Cincinnati.
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Firefighters at Ozaukee Central Fire Department say merger helps decrease response times
Firefighters at the newly combined Ozaukee Central Fire Department say they are decreasing response times for the communities ...
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Fire department issues warning after air fryer cleaning “hack” causes house fire
A fire department in England has issued a warning after a house fire was reportedly caused by a TikTok air fryer cleaning ...
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Massive junkyard fire contained, but burning as crews work to wrestle control
The thick, black smoke billowed up from the fire and was visible for miles beyond the site of the fire, while up close, huge ...