An officer of the Los Santos Police Department narrowly avoided tragedy earlier this evening after having collided with a Las Venturas-bound LS Cityline passenger train. The train and LSPD cruiser clipped eachother at the midway point of Frederick Bridge, north-east of Palomino Creek. It is believed that the cruiser was stationary at the time.
Immediately following the collision, the train pulled into Linden Station - just short of the bridge - with 2 passengers receiving treatment by the Las Venturas Fire Department for minor injuries. Meanwhile, the Los Santos Fire Department worked at extricating the imperilled officer, whom had been trapped and left unconscious in their cruiser by the impact.
LSPD and LSFD officials have speculated that the collision was not direct or head-on and that the train merely shunted the cruiser off onto the neighbouring line. However, it is currently unknown as to why the officer was on the tracks and what their intentions were.
The officer was transported to All Saints General Hospital in a serious but stable condition. The media are advised to contact the LSPD and San Andreas Transportation Authority for any further inquiries.
Submitted by Brett Carnahan, Community Liaison Officer
Los Santos Fire Department
Friday, 22 April 2011
Wednesday, 20 April 2011
Fire Guts a Downtown LS Cafe
On Tuesday, April 19th, 2011 at 4:24 PM, 3 LSFD Engines and 1 LSFD Rescue Ambulance responded a Reported Smoke at Cafe Armerina, 877 Figueroa Street, under the direction of Commissioner Brett Carnahan.
Firefighters first on-scene arrived to find light smoke showing from the front of the one-story commercial building, with no initial indications of there being anyone inside. A single attack line was set-up and forcible entry was made into the cafe through its main entrance.
The interior team gingerly made their way through the smoke-charged dining area to discover the seat of the fire being immediately behind the service counter, stemming off into the kitchen. Faced with a continually worsening condition, in which flashover was thought to be imminent, firefighters hastily and diligently battled the flames and were able to completely quell them in under half an hour.
A successful knockdown was declared following the completion of the interior team's Primary Search, of which yielded no victims. The cafe's owners, whom arrived minutes into the fire fight, were relieved to see that the the extent of damage wasn't too great (totalling approximately $25,500), with thanks to the efforts of LSFD personell.
Although it is firmly believed that the cause of the blaze was down to faulty kitchen appliances, a full investigation is anticipated.
Submitted by Brett Carnahan, Community Liaison Officer
Los Santos Fire Department
Firefighters first on-scene arrived to find light smoke showing from the front of the one-story commercial building, with no initial indications of there being anyone inside. A single attack line was set-up and forcible entry was made into the cafe through its main entrance.
The interior team gingerly made their way through the smoke-charged dining area to discover the seat of the fire being immediately behind the service counter, stemming off into the kitchen. Faced with a continually worsening condition, in which flashover was thought to be imminent, firefighters hastily and diligently battled the flames and were able to completely quell them in under half an hour.
A successful knockdown was declared following the completion of the interior team's Primary Search, of which yielded no victims. The cafe's owners, whom arrived minutes into the fire fight, were relieved to see that the the extent of damage wasn't too great (totalling approximately $25,500), with thanks to the efforts of LSFD personell.
Although it is firmly believed that the cause of the blaze was down to faulty kitchen appliances, a full investigation is anticipated.
Submitted by Brett Carnahan, Community Liaison Officer
Los Santos Fire Department
Saturday, 2 April 2011
Keane Cuts Red Tape at New Homeless Shelter and Rehab Clinic
Despite the long wait, Keane praised Jovic Construction Company (JCC), the team responsible for the construction of both buildings, for their efficiency and diligent work.
The centers, created in response to elevating figures of homelessness and drug dependency, provide round-the-clock services and accommodation to those in need. The homeless shelter is situated in Commerce, directly east of City Hall and south of the Atrium, whilst the rehabilitation clinic (known as the Los Santos Crisis Center) can be found in south-western Rodeo.
Speaking on behalf of Los Santos Fire Department members, whom all share appreciation for the government's generous funding, Commissioner Stuart Collins expressed to the public that those that needed help would be met with help, regardless of severity. He urges those that consider themselves substance abusers, and those that know a substance abuser, to approach the Los Santos Crisis Center (LSCC) before it's too late.
The many programs they offer set out to cease substance abuse, as to avoid the physical, financial, legal, social and psychological consequences that already have or may otherwise follow. The Los Santos Crisis Center is a non-profit, charitable organization that do not base entry on your financial situation, but on your need for help.
If you have concerns about drug abuse and/or dependency, please do not hesitate to contact the Los Santos Crisis Center:
10298 Orbit St., Rodeo, Los Santos, SA 90210
Ph: 1018150
ALWAYS CALL 911 IN AN EMERGENCY
(EG. IF YOU SUSPECT THAT SOMEONE HAS OVERDOSED)
(EG. IF YOU SUSPECT THAT SOMEONE HAS OVERDOSED)
Submitted by Brett Carnahan, Community Liaison Officer
Los Santos Fire Department
Sunday, 20 March 2011
LSFD Tackles Difficult Vinewood Inferno
On Sunday, March 20, 2011 at 5:45 PM, 5 LSFD Engines, 2 LSFD Ambulances and the EMS Bureau Chief responded to a multiple alarm structure fire at the Vinewood Street Burgershot branch, under the direction of Lieutenant Gregory Caravello.
Firefighters were summoned by multiple 9-1-1 calls and the branch's fire alarm, arriving quickly to find thick smoke showing from the back of the building. Traffic on one of Los Santos' busiest streets came to a stand-still as barricades and roadblocks were erected by members of the Los Santos Police Department and San Andreas Sheriff's Department.
Unable to ascertain whether or not there were people still inside, an Interior Attack team was immediately mobilized and the order to make forcible entry was given. The crew made their way through the partially involved dining area and began swiftly suppressing the bulk of the fire that was advancing from the kitchen.
The flames were extremely stubborn and continued to leap back at the firefighters despite their best efforts to quell them, and so an exterior team began strategic vertical ventilation via the building's roof, curbing the flashover-like conditions inside. The Interior Attack crew's primary search had also, at this point, not yielded any victims.
The intense assault on the blaze continued as a second team entered in response to a radioed request for assistance. The diligence of both these groups quickly paid off as the fire was brought under control, with no indications of re-kindling being likely.
Having achieved a successful knockdown of the fire, a secondary search ensued, with no results. The Los Santos Fire Department were able to salvage most of the dining area and bathroom fittings, but a maul of soot and rubble was all that remained of the kitchen.
Despite the absence of sprinklers in the building, damage was limited to only $75,000 ($50,000 structure & $25,000 contents), thanks to the exertion of Los Santos firefighters.
The cause remains under active investigation, but arson officials have speculated that it was simply down to faulty kitchen appliances.
No civilians or LSFD personell were injured.
Submitted by Brett Carnahan, Community Liaison Officer
Los Santos Fire Department
Unable to ascertain whether or not there were people still inside, an Interior Attack team was immediately mobilized and the order to make forcible entry was given. The crew made their way through the partially involved dining area and began swiftly suppressing the bulk of the fire that was advancing from the kitchen.
The flames were extremely stubborn and continued to leap back at the firefighters despite their best efforts to quell them, and so an exterior team began strategic vertical ventilation via the building's roof, curbing the flashover-like conditions inside. The Interior Attack crew's primary search had also, at this point, not yielded any victims.
The intense assault on the blaze continued as a second team entered in response to a radioed request for assistance. The diligence of both these groups quickly paid off as the fire was brought under control, with no indications of re-kindling being likely.
Having achieved a successful knockdown of the fire, a secondary search ensued, with no results. The Los Santos Fire Department were able to salvage most of the dining area and bathroom fittings, but a maul of soot and rubble was all that remained of the kitchen.
Despite the absence of sprinklers in the building, damage was limited to only $75,000 ($50,000 structure & $25,000 contents), thanks to the exertion of Los Santos firefighters.
The cause remains under active investigation, but arson officials have speculated that it was simply down to faulty kitchen appliances.
No civilians or LSFD personell were injured.
Submitted by Brett Carnahan, Community Liaison Officer
Los Santos Fire Department
Sunday, 13 March 2011
Stubborn El Corona Residential Fire Lights the Night
On Sunday, March 13, 2011 at 2:55 AM, 1 LSFD Engine and 1 LSFD Ladder Truck responded to a two-alarm residential structure fire with firefighter injury at 3 Numb Alley, El Corona, under the direction of EMS Bureau Chief Brett Carnahan.
Firefighters were met with a distraught resident claiming that their kitchen was overcome with smoke and flames. This was immediately evident by the light fire showing at the rear of the single family dwelling. Multiple handlines were set-up and an Interior Attack team made swift, forcible entry into the property, mounting an aggressive offensive on the seat of the fire. Vertical ventilation via the house's roof simultaneously ensued.
The fire was knocked down in approximately 20 minutes with no injuries reported. However, during the salvage and overhaul operation, a member of the Interior Attack team (who had been left alone for reasons currently unbeknownst to investigators) was allegedly overwhelmed by the conditions of the house, left incapacitated.
Dollar loss from the fire has been estimated at $150,000 ($100,000 structure & $50,000 contents).
The injured firefighter was discharged by medical personell on-scene.
Submitted by Brett Carnahan, Community Liaison Officer
Los Santos Fire Department
Firefighters were met with a distraught resident claiming that their kitchen was overcome with smoke and flames. This was immediately evident by the light fire showing at the rear of the single family dwelling. Multiple handlines were set-up and an Interior Attack team made swift, forcible entry into the property, mounting an aggressive offensive on the seat of the fire. Vertical ventilation via the house's roof simultaneously ensued.
The fire was knocked down in approximately 20 minutes with no injuries reported. However, during the salvage and overhaul operation, a member of the Interior Attack team (who had been left alone for reasons currently unbeknownst to investigators) was allegedly overwhelmed by the conditions of the house, left incapacitated.
Dollar loss from the fire has been estimated at $150,000 ($100,000 structure & $50,000 contents).
The injured firefighter was discharged by medical personell on-scene.
Submitted by Brett Carnahan, Community Liaison Officer
Los Santos Fire Department
Saturday, 12 March 2011
LSFD's Best on Show at ASGH
On Saturday, March 12, 2011, the Los Santos Fire Department held a car show across the All Saints General Hospital for the citizens of Los Santos. Under the eye of Fire Chief Jason Scotts and later Commissioner Stuart Collins, the Department presented their most important vehicles and equipment to the eager citizens. Soon after the first announcements went through radio and television broadcasts, a small group of interested people joined the show.
It was clear to see that a good handful of people wanted to know more about the work and apparatus of the Fire Department. Under guidance of Probationary Firefighter Leon Kardinal, Firefighter I Peter Brennan and also Lieutenant Gregory Carvarello, the group were brought to and taught about each individual vehicle, from ambulance to Lifeflight.
Karinal exhibited each and every piece of equipment found on the fire engine used for the usual firefighting runs and was quick to answer the questions of his intrigued audience. Brennan made a quick excursion into the world of the Rescue Ambulances and demonstrated several lifesaving equipment and techniques, from applying a C-Collar up to the administration of IV fluids. The people showed an equal amount of interest between each vehicle.
Soon thereafter, the crowd grew bigger and more and more people joined the show with definite excitement. One aspect that became clearer throughout the night was that most citizens were not familiar with some of the vehicles and arsenals of equipment. As a result, we received questions like: What is a HAZMAT truck and how is it different from a normal fire engine? - all of which were quickly answered.
The fleet tonight was:
- 1 LSFD Fire Engine
- 1 HAZMAT Response Truck
- 1 LSFD Ladder Truck
- 1 Rescue Ambulance (RA)
- 1 Fire Rancher
- 1 Administration Premier
- 1 RID Sultan + 1 RID Rancher
- 2 Air Units (Bell 206L-4 LongRanger IV & Sikorsky S-76 Spirit)
Submitted by Femke Watson, Public Service Officer
Los Santos Fire Department
It was clear to see that a good handful of people wanted to know more about the work and apparatus of the Fire Department. Under guidance of Probationary Firefighter Leon Kardinal, Firefighter I Peter Brennan and also Lieutenant Gregory Carvarello, the group were brought to and taught about each individual vehicle, from ambulance to Lifeflight.
Karinal exhibited each and every piece of equipment found on the fire engine used for the usual firefighting runs and was quick to answer the questions of his intrigued audience. Brennan made a quick excursion into the world of the Rescue Ambulances and demonstrated several lifesaving equipment and techniques, from applying a C-Collar up to the administration of IV fluids. The people showed an equal amount of interest between each vehicle.
Soon thereafter, the crowd grew bigger and more and more people joined the show with definite excitement. One aspect that became clearer throughout the night was that most citizens were not familiar with some of the vehicles and arsenals of equipment. As a result, we received questions like: What is a HAZMAT truck and how is it different from a normal fire engine? - all of which were quickly answered.
The fleet tonight was:
- 1 LSFD Fire Engine
- 1 HAZMAT Response Truck
- 1 LSFD Ladder Truck
- 1 Rescue Ambulance (RA)
- 1 Fire Rancher
- 1 Administration Premier
- 1 RID Sultan + 1 RID Rancher
- 2 Air Units (Bell 206L-4 LongRanger IV & Sikorsky S-76 Spirit)
Submitted by Femke Watson, Public Service Officer
Los Santos Fire Department
Monday, 7 March 2011
Firefighter Trapped in Downtown High-Rise Inferno
On Monday, March 7, 2011 at 9:55 PM, 5 LSFD Engines, 4 LSFD Rescue Ambulances, 3 Battalion Chiefs and a Rapid Intervention Unit responded to a Greater Alarm structure fire with firefighter injuries at the San Andreas Network company building ('SAN Tower') in Downtown Los Santos, under the direction of EMS Bureau Chief Brett Carnahan and Fire Chief Jason Scotts.
Responding to several 9-1-1 calls and the building's fire alarm, first-due LSFD Firefighters arrived quickly to find the 73 story commercial building showing heavy smoke and fire from the lobby and the first, second and third floors. Multiple persons were unaccounted for in the evacuation efforts and were believed to be trapped inside.
Firefighters mounted an immediate, aggressive offense with multiple handlines and powerful master streamers, whilst a three-man Interior Attack crew made forcible entry on the uninvolved lobby doors. The team continued their search through the smoke-charged lobby, suppressing the flames that were now ascending the main stairwell.
Several minutes into the intense fire fight, the Interior Attack crew were relayed information about the specific whereabouts of the trapped workers, through radio communication with a fellow SAN employee outside. Multiple smoke-exposed but uninjured persons were subsequently found and led outside, among which were SAN executives Kaylis Wyatt and Thomas Henderson (who were broadcasting at the time of the fire).
An all-out attack on the blaze continued as the trio of firefighters re-entered to complete their Primary Check of the structure, quickly making their way up the now unhindered stairwell and accessing the third floor. However, whilst performing a systematic room-to-room search, a partial roof collapse occurred, trapping one of the team members.
The imperiled firefighter immediately activated the 'emergency trigger' on his handheld radio, alerting the Incident Commander of his circumstances. Despite the other two crew members' best efforts to free their trapped colleague, the fallen rubble was too heavy to clear, and so an on-site Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) was assembled outside and swiftly deployed to carry out the rescue extrication.
The RIT company used powerful hydraulic pistons to shift the fallen rubble, freeing the pinned firefighter in a matter of minutes. Soon thereafter, he was quickly brought out of the building and admitted treatment for moderate bruising and smoke inhalation.
The rescued firefighter and four civilians were all discharged on-scene, having only suffered minor injuries.
It took Los Santos Fire Department personell approximately 50 minutes for a complete knockdown of the fire. The cause itself remains under active investigation, and the dollar loss is still being tabulated.
Submitted by Brett Carnahan, Community Liaison Officer
Los Santos Fire Department
Firefighters mounted an immediate, aggressive offense with multiple handlines and powerful master streamers, whilst a three-man Interior Attack crew made forcible entry on the uninvolved lobby doors. The team continued their search through the smoke-charged lobby, suppressing the flames that were now ascending the main stairwell.
An all-out attack on the blaze continued as the trio of firefighters re-entered to complete their Primary Check of the structure, quickly making their way up the now unhindered stairwell and accessing the third floor. However, whilst performing a systematic room-to-room search, a partial roof collapse occurred, trapping one of the team members.
The imperiled firefighter immediately activated the 'emergency trigger' on his handheld radio, alerting the Incident Commander of his circumstances. Despite the other two crew members' best efforts to free their trapped colleague, the fallen rubble was too heavy to clear, and so an on-site Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) was assembled outside and swiftly deployed to carry out the rescue extrication.
The RIT company used powerful hydraulic pistons to shift the fallen rubble, freeing the pinned firefighter in a matter of minutes. Soon thereafter, he was quickly brought out of the building and admitted treatment for moderate bruising and smoke inhalation.
The rescued firefighter and four civilians were all discharged on-scene, having only suffered minor injuries.
It took Los Santos Fire Department personell approximately 50 minutes for a complete knockdown of the fire. The cause itself remains under active investigation, and the dollar loss is still being tabulated.
Submitted by Brett Carnahan, Community Liaison Officer
Los Santos Fire Department
Saturday, 26 February 2011
Fire Tears Through Two-Story LSPD Captain's Home
On Saturday, February 26, 2011 at 10:05 PM, 3 LSFD Engines and 1 LSFD Rescue Ambulances responded to a Structure Fire with entrapment at the corner of Mall Street and Marina Road, under the direction of EMS Bureau Chief Brett Carnahan.
The first fire company arrived quickly to find LSPD Captain Benjamin Hartley's duplex apartment showing heavy smoke and fire from the second story windows. Using one of the engine's powerful deluge guns, or water canons, firefighters immediately began to suppress the flames that were licking at the exterior walls.
Minutes into the LSFD's effort, firefighters learnt that two-to-three people were still inside the house and quickly assembled a Fire Attack team. The team made forced entry through the property's front door, advancing to aggressively tackle the bulk of the fire on the eastern side. During the firefighters' well-coordinated offensive, members of the LSPD S.W.A.T team entered to free two persons from the living room.
Although the fire was stubborn and spreading quickly, it was successfully quelled, or knocked down, in approximately 35 minutes. The two persons found trapped inside were treated for smoke inhalation and minor burn injuries by the LSFD EMTs and Paramedics on-scene.
Although it is unclear to the Los Santos Fire Department as to how the fire broke out, police officials and many witnesses are speculating that it was arson. The dollar loss is still being tabulated.
No LSFD or LSPD personell were injured.
Submitted by Brett Carnahan, Community Liaison Officer
Los Santos Fire Department
The first fire company arrived quickly to find LSPD Captain Benjamin Hartley's duplex apartment showing heavy smoke and fire from the second story windows. Using one of the engine's powerful deluge guns, or water canons, firefighters immediately began to suppress the flames that were licking at the exterior walls.
Minutes into the LSFD's effort, firefighters learnt that two-to-three people were still inside the house and quickly assembled a Fire Attack team. The team made forced entry through the property's front door, advancing to aggressively tackle the bulk of the fire on the eastern side. During the firefighters' well-coordinated offensive, members of the LSPD S.W.A.T team entered to free two persons from the living room.
Although the fire was stubborn and spreading quickly, it was successfully quelled, or knocked down, in approximately 35 minutes. The two persons found trapped inside were treated for smoke inhalation and minor burn injuries by the LSFD EMTs and Paramedics on-scene.
Although it is unclear to the Los Santos Fire Department as to how the fire broke out, police officials and many witnesses are speculating that it was arson. The dollar loss is still being tabulated.
No LSFD or LSPD personell were injured.
Submitted by Brett Carnahan, Community Liaison Officer
Los Santos Fire Department
Wednesday, 23 February 2011
Man Threatens to Suicide by Grenade at Idlewood Pizza Stack
On Wednesday, February 23, 2011 at 11:50 PM, 2 LSFD Engines, 1 LSFD Rescue Ambulance, 1 Battalion Chief and a Rapid Intervention Unit responded to a bomb threat at Idlewood Pizza Stack, under the direction of the Los Santos Police Department's elite S.W.A.T team.
Firefighters arrived to find members of the LSPD and Sheriff's Department attempting negotiations with a man allegedly holding a grenade out before himself, threatening to pull the pin.
This was now Samuel Bertone's second appearance in Idlewood, having already caused distress by threatening to leap from the pizzeria's roof just minutes before.
Despite the officers' best efforts to persuade Bertone to give himself up, he was evidently growing more aggravated by the minute. But members of the Special Weapons and Tactis team saw their opportunity to intervene when the grenade was accidentally let out of his hand and down to the carpark below. He was promptly taken into custody, the grenade secured.
No civilians or LSFD personell were injured in the 25 minute stand-off.
Submitted by Brett Carnahan, Community Liaison Officer
Los Santos Fire Department
Firefighters arrived to find members of the LSPD and Sheriff's Department attempting negotiations with a man allegedly holding a grenade out before himself, threatening to pull the pin.
This was now Samuel Bertone's second appearance in Idlewood, having already caused distress by threatening to leap from the pizzeria's roof just minutes before.
Despite the officers' best efforts to persuade Bertone to give himself up, he was evidently growing more aggravated by the minute. But members of the Special Weapons and Tactis team saw their opportunity to intervene when the grenade was accidentally let out of his hand and down to the carpark below. He was promptly taken into custody, the grenade secured.
No civilians or LSFD personell were injured in the 25 minute stand-off.
Submitted by Brett Carnahan, Community Liaison Officer
Los Santos Fire Department
Monday, 7 February 2011
LSFD Firefighter Injured in Ryder Block Shootout
On Monday, February 7, 2011 at 18:45 PM, several Rescue Ambulances were dispatched to Ryder Block, in Willowfield, responding to reports of shots being fired.
Whilst making his way through gang-ridden Willowfield, Engineer/Paramedic Arthur Quin was fired upon with an MP5 sub-machine gun. He left his ambulance unscathed and requested for immediate assistance, to which members of the Los Santos Police Department responded.
Regardless of the fact that his ambulance was riddled with bullets and inoperative, Quin remained on-scene to see to a young child that had suffered a gunshot wound to his back. His shooter was no-where to be seen.
Just minutes after the LSPD's departure (leaving on the assumption that the situation had de-escalated) Quin was subjected to more close-range gunfire, this time sustaining multiple gunshot wounds to his chest. Firefighters and sheriff's deputies battled to keep him alive, in which they were successful.
Quin and 2 other people were taken to All Saint's General Hospital in critical condition, where they later underwent emergency treatment. 5 others lost their lives.
It is currently unknown to the Los Santos Fire Department as to why Quin was fired at, but police officials have speculated that the shootout itself was part of an ongoing gang altercation. We wish Arthur Quin and anyone else injured in the vicious attack a speedy recovery.
Submitted by Brett Carnahan, Community Liaison Officer
Los Santos Fire Department
Whilst making his way through gang-ridden Willowfield, Engineer/Paramedic Arthur Quin was fired upon with an MP5 sub-machine gun. He left his ambulance unscathed and requested for immediate assistance, to which members of the Los Santos Police Department responded.
Regardless of the fact that his ambulance was riddled with bullets and inoperative, Quin remained on-scene to see to a young child that had suffered a gunshot wound to his back. His shooter was no-where to be seen.
Just minutes after the LSPD's departure (leaving on the assumption that the situation had de-escalated) Quin was subjected to more close-range gunfire, this time sustaining multiple gunshot wounds to his chest. Firefighters and sheriff's deputies battled to keep him alive, in which they were successful.
Quin and 2 other people were taken to All Saint's General Hospital in critical condition, where they later underwent emergency treatment. 5 others lost their lives.
It is currently unknown to the Los Santos Fire Department as to why Quin was fired at, but police officials have speculated that the shootout itself was part of an ongoing gang altercation. We wish Arthur Quin and anyone else injured in the vicious attack a speedy recovery.
Submitted by Brett Carnahan, Community Liaison Officer
Los Santos Fire Department
Sunday, 6 February 2011
LSFD Welcomes New Recruits
Saturday 5th February 2011 saw the completion of the Los Santos Fire Department's first non-internal training session, in which seven new recruits were sworn in and formally welcomed (with there being eight in attendance).
Candidates were met with Fire Chief Jason Scotts and his assisting academy instructors in Tierra Robada, whom lectured them on basic firefighting principles and duties, before advancing to simulations requiring physical application. These simulations included exterior and interior firefighting, and road traffic collisions (RTCs).
It is with great pleasure that the LSFD welcomes its new Probationary Firefighters, and we wish them the best of luck with the duties and responsibilities now vested in them. These new recruits are more than just recruits - they are your new heroes; Los Santos' new heroes; the city's finest. Congratulations to those that have made it this far, and good luck to those considering joining!
Submitted by Brett Carnahan, Community Liaison Officer
Los Santos Fire Department
It is with great pleasure that the LSFD welcomes its new Probationary Firefighters, and we wish them the best of luck with the duties and responsibilities now vested in them. These new recruits are more than just recruits - they are your new heroes; Los Santos' new heroes; the city's finest. Congratulations to those that have made it this far, and good luck to those considering joining!
Submitted by Brett Carnahan, Community Liaison Officer
Los Santos Fire Department
Thursday, 3 February 2011
Firefighters Battle City Hall Blaze
On Wednesday, February 2, 2011 at 7:55 PM, 3 LSFD Engines, 2 LSFD Rescue Ambulances, 2 Battalion Chiefs and the EMS Bureau Chief responded to a Structure Fire at City Hall in Pershing Square, under the direction of Fire Chief Jason Scotts.
Responding to a fire alarm sounded by Head of Government Security Shannon Dunham, firefighters arrived quickly to find the 500,000 sq ft building showing smoke from a second floor window. Most of the employees that had been working in the affected area were already evacuated.
Firefighters made entry and accessed the second floor by the building's main stairway, locating an office that was partially involved in flames. Despite the room's smoky conditions, the fire itself was very complacent and was spreading discreetly. The bulk of the blaze was successfully extinguished in approximately 20 minutes, to which floor ventilation ensued.
It is believed that the cause of the fire was a faulty office printer, of which induced electrical sparking. The dollar loss is still being tabulated. The building was re-opened after a brief assessment concluded that it was structurally unaffected.
No civilians or LSFD personell were injured.
Submitted by Brett Carnahan, Community Liaison Officer
Los Santos Fire Department
Firefighters made entry and accessed the second floor by the building's main stairway, locating an office that was partially involved in flames. Despite the room's smoky conditions, the fire itself was very complacent and was spreading discreetly. The bulk of the blaze was successfully extinguished in approximately 20 minutes, to which floor ventilation ensued.
It is believed that the cause of the fire was a faulty office printer, of which induced electrical sparking. The dollar loss is still being tabulated. The building was re-opened after a brief assessment concluded that it was structurally unaffected.
No civilians or LSFD personell were injured.
Submitted by Brett Carnahan, Community Liaison Officer
Los Santos Fire Department
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