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Stranded crew makes the call thanks to firefighter

Submitted by AdamElmahrek on Tue, 09/22/2009 - 9:00pm
When Engine 7 was racing to San Juan Capistrano in response to a potential drowning, the vehicle was forced to a stop due to a mechanical problem. That’s when OC firefighter Matt Kress, a marine combat veteran, sprung into action. The ever-vigilant Kress was on administrative duty during the crisis, driving a 4-wheel drive battalion utility truck, on his way to pick up fire break maps from Camp Pendleton. As always, Kress was listening intently to his radio, refusing to abandon caution at any time.

Horse show raises money for families of fallen firefighters

Submitted by AdamElmahrek on Sat, 09/19/2009 - 9:00pm
“It’s a good cause,” said Katherine Derloshan, a 17-year-old rider at the annual Sycamore Trails 9/11 Memorial Western Horseshow, “It’s a two in one deal for us, we get to donate money to the firefighters and compete”.

Firefighter vigilance is as essential as any equipment or training

Submitted by SteveSwensen on Thu, 09/10/2009 - 9:00pm
For as long as firefighters have been called upon to save life and property, vigilance has been as essential to the effort as any equipment or training. Like any profession, there are rhythms and similarities to each day that create familiarity, but the level of mental preparedness must always remain the same. The recent “Station Fire” outside Los Angeles is a stark reminder of the poise and resilience needed to serve others.

OC Firefighter efforts crucial to rescue missing Laguna Beach man

Submitted by SteveSwensen on Mon, 08/31/2009 - 9:00pm
Thanks to coordinated efforts by close to 60 rescuers on July 31st, a missing 62-year-old man was found at the bottom of a treacherous canyon near Laguna Beach. Lucky to be alive, the efforts to find and rescue him demonstrated the extensive training and rapid response of the OCFA's US&R team.

OC Fire "Services" Association Holiday Show

Submitted by admin on Tue, 08/18/2009 - 9:00pm

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