OC Fire Authority’s nearly 25% increase is going to be funded by member cities, with staff noting they can expect to see their bills increase at the same rate as the new contract.
Tag: OCFA
Posted inCOAST
OC Fire Authority to Get Federal Money for Search and Rescue Ahead of El Niño
The OC Fire Authority is gearing up to fund a dedicated search and rescue task force with over $1.8 million from the federal government.
Posted inCountywide
OC Public Safety Officials Again Face Complaints Over Poor Disaster Communications
Many residents who had to evacuate over Memorial Day weekend raise concerns about limited updates, information.
Posted inEmergencies & Disasters
OC Fire Authority Chief Challenges County’s Ambulance Contractor
The fight will determine who shows up when most Orange County residents call 9-1-1, with the county’s biggest fire chief claiming the odds were rigged against him.
Posted inEmergencies & Disasters
OC Supervisors Reject Fire Authority Ambulance Plan, Pick Private Contractor
While opponents of the private contractor pointed out recent problems in LA County and the possibility of federal funding for a public program, supervisors said the concerns came too late.
Posted inALL TOP STORIES
How Ready is Orange County for a Wildfire?
With nearly 40,000 acres burned to the north, Orange County’s fire departments are preparing for the potential of a big blaze.
Posted inGovernment
Placentia Police and Fire Unions Vote No Confidence in Embattled City Administrator
Two of the city’s largest employee unions called for the ouster of City Administrator Damien Arrula on Tuesday night amidst questions on whether he misused his city credit card.
Posted inEmergencies & Disasters
OC’s Airport Fire Continues Into Riverside County as Containment Begins
Firefighters reported they were starting to get the fire under control on Wednesday night, but evacuation warnings and orders remain in place.
Posted inEmergencies & Disasters
Airport Fire Grows to 22K Acres, Damages Buildings Along Ortega Highway
Orange County Fire Authority officials reported the first structure damage on Wednesday, saying buildings along Ortega Highway were either damaged or destroyed.
Posted inALL TOP STORIES
Fire Season Begins in Orange County
On the heels of the Airport Fire, Orange County officials announce the start of wildfire season and urge residents to take precautions to protect their homes.
