Long Beach Fire Department

Today at approximately 5:45 p.m., LBFD units responded to reports of a person down in the alley east of the 1400 block of Pacific Avenue.

Upon arrival, fire units upgraded the incident to a trench rescue response.

A total of three victims were removed from the trench. Two victims were transported to local trauma centers for treatment.

At approximately 7:20 a.m., LBFD units responded to a reported apartment fire in the 2300 block of Cedar Avenue. While en route, responding units were advised of potential victims trapped inside the residence.

Upon arrival, crews observed light smoke showing from a first-floor unit. Firefighters initiated an aggressive interior fire attack while simultaneously conducting a coordinated search for victims. Interior crews successfully rescued two victims from the involved unit. The fire was quickly extinguished, and both victims were transported to local trauma centers for treatment.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

When our neighbors call for help, LBFD answers. 🚒
 
On 5/18, Long Beach Fire Department deployed Strike Team 1321A , 5 Engines and 2 Battalion Chiefs to assist with the Sandy Fire in Ventura County as part of California’s mutual aid system.
 
LBFD also deployed a Type 3 OES Engine on a mixed Strike Team with Los Angeles Fire Department to support ongoing firefighting operations.
 
While crews are assisting the impacted communities all fire stations in the remain staffed and fully operational.
 
Wishing all crews a safe assignment as they work to protect lives, homes, and communities across southern California.