!['We are proud that we were successful in our efforts and experienced a 54% drop in civilian fatalities in 2015!
In 2014, the #LosAngeles #FireDepartment (LAFD) implemented several initiatives to reduce the number of residential structure fire fatalities. There were 11 civilian deaths related to structure fires in 2015, compared to 24 in 2014. The previous four-year average was 20 structure fire related deaths annually. Additionally, we were able to achieve this goal while facing a significant increase in call load (14% over the last two years).
A key component to this reduction was the implementation of the Smoke Alarm Field Education (SAFE) Program in March, 2014. In collaboration with @[231916362638:274:mysafela.org], our #firefighters canvassed homes throughout the City, focusing on neighborhoods following a serious injury or fatality structure fire, to provide safety information, check existing #smokealarms and distribute new smoke alarms and batteries. This included installing new alarms for households in need.
The SAFE Program will continue to excel under our newly formed LAFD Community Risk Reduction (CRR) Section, which is tasked with developing new health and safety initiatives across the City. In addition to the smoke alarm program, the CRR section will be implementing a #CPR education campaign and a safety assessment aimed at reducing fall injuries among the elderly.
The #LAFD is committed to protecting our communities through multiple avenues. We can take great pride in knowing that we are creating a safer Los Angeles. ^ES'](https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xlf1/v/t1.0-0/p118x118/12742621_1114665975231251_8679101318597132846_n.jpg?oh=2ff40cb3f105646f1caf7cd0973f62d5&oe=576E263C)
!['Some ask, "Why did the LAFD reorganize into four Bureaus?"
Long-story-short, to improve responsiveness, service and access to the LAFD. Let us briefly explain...
The #LosAngeles #FireDepartment implemented one of the most significant organizational changes in its 128-year history on Sunday, January 11, 2015 when the command structure was regionally placed within the community. Fire Chief Ralph M. Terrazas wisely divided the Emergency Services Bureau into four geographic bureaus.
The purpose of this landmark reorganization is for each new Bureau Commander and their staff to establish a more effective and responsive business model than has been previously possible through the traditional rotating shift, platoon duty system. The Bureau Commanders and staff are responsible for all #LAFD activities in their respective bureaus and their effectiveness will be reviewed regularly as part of the #FireStatLA program. Considerations were given to balancing each Bureau Office by workload, geographical consistency, number of fire stations and battalions. The reorganization provided an executive point of accountability closer to the community.
This reorganization will bring the Department more in line with the organizational model currently used by the @[297573596938190:274:LAPD Headquarters] and @[187122463192:274:Ready LA] (Emergency Management Department), resulting in a dramatic improvement of the Department’s responsiveness to our members, the public, the business community and our elected officials.
The most valuable asset of our Department is our people, and through our collective efforts we will continually strive to be a leader in the provision of emergency services across the country and throughout the world. We thank you for allowing us to better serve you.
-Erik Scott
Spokesman, Los Angeles Fire Department'](https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfl1/v/t1.0-0/s228x119/1797372_1114390485258800_4402656096106546706_n.jpg?oh=3aaa55cae6b59e8dd559818dc3d3f917&oe=5766E9F6)
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[LAFD ALERT] Hiker in Distress 02/27/2016
#HikerinDistress; 9:02AM; Runyon Canyon Park; http://bit.ly/1Qk7CbJ; #HollywoodHills; F hiker apparent ankle fracture; LAFD copter will hoist and transport; NFD (No Further Details); FS 76; Batt 5; #WestBureau; Council District 4; CH: 7; 17; Brian Humphrey
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#HikerinDistress; 9:02AM; Runyon Canyon Park; http://bit.ly/1Qk7CbJ; #HollywoodHills; F hiker apparent ankle fracture; LAFD copter will hoist and transport; NFD (No Further Details); FS 76; Batt 5; #WestBureau; Council District 4; CH: 7; 17; Brian Humphrey
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[LAFD ALERT] Update Structure Fire Corrected Address and 3 FF Injuries 02/27/2016
Update Corrected Address and 3 FF Injuries #StructureFire; 5:48AM; 14011 W Archwood St; http://bit.ly/1OD1BBs; #VanNuys; Address updated. 3 FF received non-life threatening injuries. 2 transported with 2nd burns, 1 released at scene. Deceased is adult male, appears to have recently moved in and not squatter. Smoke alarms present but not yet known if functional. The Smoke Alarm Field Education (S.A.F.E.) program scheduled for 9:00AM to canvass neighborhood and provide free smoke alarms to those needing them. ; FS 39; Batt 10; #ValleyBureau; Council District 6; Margaret Stewart
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Update Corrected Address and 3 FF Injuries #StructureFire; 5:48AM; 14011 W Archwood St; http://bit.ly/1OD1BBs; #VanNuys; Address updated. 3 FF received non-life threatening injuries. 2 transported with 2nd burns, 1 released at scene. Deceased is adult male, appears to have recently moved in and not squatter. Smoke alarms present but not yet known if functional. The Smoke Alarm Field Education (S.A.F.E.) program scheduled for 9:00AM to canvass neighborhood and provide free smoke alarms to those needing them. ; FS 39; Batt 10; #ValleyBureau; Council District 6; Margaret Stewart
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[LAFD ALERT] Structure Fire 02/27/2016
#StructureFire; 4:06AM; 14015 W Archwood St; http://bit.ly/1QN5fjD; #NorthHollywood; 1 story single family dwelling fully involved with fire.; FS 39; Batt 10; #ValleyBureau; Council District 6; E239 E39 T39 RA839 RA81 E102 E289 T89 BC10 ; CH9; 18; Margaret Stewart
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#StructureFire; 4:06AM; 14015 W Archwood St; http://bit.ly/1QN5fjD; #NorthHollywood; 1 story single family dwelling fully involved with fire.; FS 39; Batt 10; #ValleyBureau; Council District 6; E239 E39 T39 RA839 RA81 E102 E289 T89 BC10 ; CH9; 18; Margaret Stewart
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[LAFD ALERT] Traffic Collision 02/27/2016
#TrafficCollision; 3:55AM; SB 5 FY x Colorado Bl; http://bit.ly/1n47QI6; #EagleRock; 5 Car collision with 3 patients transported (condition unk) and 1 deceased on scene. ? = CHP #642 NFD; FS 56; Batt 5; #WestBureau; Council District 4; E235 T35 RA56 E35 E56 RA35 RA76 EM14 BC5 T35 E235 ; CH4; 17; Margaret Stewart
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#TrafficCollision; 3:55AM; SB 5 FY x Colorado Bl; http://bit.ly/1n47QI6; #EagleRock; 5 Car collision with 3 patients transported (condition unk) and 1 deceased on scene. ? = CHP #642 NFD; FS 56; Batt 5; #WestBureau; Council District 4; E235 T35 RA56 E35 E56 RA35 RA76 EM14 BC5 T35 E235 ; CH4; 17; Margaret Stewart
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[LAFD ALERT] Traffic Collision 02/26/2016
#TrafficCollision; 9:47PM; 3037 N Eagle Rock Bl; http://bit.ly/1TJoxXs; #GlassellPark/AtwaterVillage; Traffic collision requiring physical extrication of trapped victim (gender/age/condition?); FS 50; Batt 2; #CentralBureau; Council District 13; BC2 E201 E44 EM1 HR56 RA1 RA56 T1 ; CH7; 12; Margaret Stewart
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#TrafficCollision; 9:47PM; 3037 N Eagle Rock Bl; http://bit.ly/1TJoxXs; #GlassellPark/AtwaterVillage; Traffic collision requiring physical extrication of trapped victim (gender/age/condition?); FS 50; Batt 2; #CentralBureau; Council District 13; BC2 E201 E44 EM1 HR56 RA1 RA56 T1 ; CH7; 12; Margaret Stewart
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