On September 23^rd, 2019 at approximately 6:42pm, La Habra Heights and Los Angeles County Fire Units were dispatched to a reported structure fire at 3910 N Hacienda Rd.  Fire units arrived to find smoke coming from the upper floor of a 2 story residence that was confirmed to be unoccupied. LA County Sheriffs and City of La Habra Heights staff assisted with traffic control and ensured the Hacienda gate was unlocked allowing access and egress of incoming units and residents. Units dispatched to the scene including La Habra Heights BC 704, ME 771 and E772 for a total of 12 personnel. Los Angeles County units included E91, P91, E191, E43, HM43, Q118, S118 and BC 12 for a total of 21 personnel. Units were able to extinguish the fire which was of an electrical nature in the kitchen to less than 22 minutes. This custom built residence has 3256 square feet of living space with a long elevated driveway. Damage to this $900,000 home was estimated at $50,000.

La Habra Heights Owl Rescue

Today at 8:45am on July 31st, 2018, La Habra Heights Medic Engine 771 responded to a public assist call. On arrival, Firefighters discovered a small, wild, juvenile owl in distress that was entangled in a garden net. The owl was very weak and in obvious need of assistance.

 

Paramedic Firefighter Silva and Firefighter Mendez

Medic Engine 771 Firefighters quickly sprung in to action by demobilizing the owl and doing quick work with cutting all of the netting around the wings, talons, and the head of "Ozzie" the Owl.

 

After being released from hanging in the garden net, Ozzie, laid still recovering from his misfortune.

Care to the animal was then transferred to Animal Control.



La Habra Heights Easter Bunny Takes A Ride

The La Habra Heights Fire Department once again was delighted to be a part of the La Habra Heights  annual Easter Egg Hunt. Medic Engine 771 delivered the Easter Bunny to “The Park” overhead lights flashing. After the delivery, the crew of ME771 was able to interact with the children during this great traditional event. 

L to R Standing FF Gonzalez, FF/PM Baba, Easter Bunny, FF/PM Hacecky, Fire Captain Drobish

L to R  Front Row  FF Vega and Fire Engineer Gibson

The Fire Department looks forward to this fun-filled extravaganza each year and we are certain this event provides the community a safe family-oriented event and a memorable experience for years to come for all. We can't wait for next year.
 

La Habra Heights Firefighters Redeployed to the "Thomas" Fire to Protect Carpinteria

La Habra Heights Firefighters were deployed to the "Rye" fire in Santa Clarita as part of Strike Team 1086A on December 5th, 2017.  

E772 Spending cold nights protecting the community

Firefighters extinguishing hot spots

 During this time they provided fire protection and support for Los Angeles County Fire Camp 12 in Castaic.

 

On December 10th, 2017, Strike Team XLE 1086 was redeployed to the 230,000 acre "Thomas" fire in Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties. Casitas Pass Rd and Gobernador Canyon Rd. near Carpinteria.

 

 

 

E772 at Base Camp preparing to engage fire on
Casitas Pass Rd. near Carpinteria

The Strike Team is providing structure protection for the community of Carpinteria. They are actively engaging the fire  to protect homes and residents in the area of

 

During this deployment supporting the California Master Mutual Aid agreement, La Habra Heights remains fully staffed for the protection of the community.


VIDEO NEWS COVERAGE 12/11/17

Red Flag Warning Extended Through Saturday

The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for the Los Angeles and Orange County Area, including La Habra Heights, through Saturday, December 9 at 8:00 pm.

The Fire Weather Watch is due to low humidity of about 5% with poor overnight recovery, combined with strong, gusty winds. Northeast winds are predicted at 20-35 mph with gusts up to 60 MPH along the coastal slopes. Isolated gusts up to 90 mph likely late tonight through Thursday in the remote canyon and foothill locations.

 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are expected. A combination of gusty winds and low relative
humidity can contribute to extreme fire behavior. Use extreme
caution when using potential fire ignition sources.

 

* Call 9-1-1 immediately if you see smoke or flames.
* Don’t drive vehicles in the dry brush.
* Do not use power equipment or metal bladed tools during brush clearance

* Do not use fireworks.
* Do not smoke or discard any hot or burning objects
If you see something or someone suspicious call 911, we want to know.

La Habra Heights Firefighters Deployed to "RYE FIRE" in Santa Clarita

Pursuant to the California Master Mutual Aide agreement, on December 5, 2017, the La Habra Heights Fire Department deployed (1) Engine Company to the "Rye Fire" in Santa Clarita as part of an "Immediate Need" strike team. Additional Firefighters continue to staff fire apparatus within La Habra Heights to respond to any emergencies in the City.

 

Strong winds combined with low humidity has contributed to multiple large wild fires in the region. Firefighters from throughout the west coast are battling fires throughout the state.

 

 

A "Strike Team" consists of (5) Fire Engines and a Battalion Chief Strike Team Leader who work together to attack the fire and protect structures.

Firefighters and Command Staff receive a morning briefing
to discuss strategy, weather, and fire conditions.



Car Slams Guardrail Catching Fire

On Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 1:13 a.m. a small sedan traveling west bound on East Rd. in La Habra Heights was unable to negotiate a sharp hairpin corner, slamming into the guardrail and bursting into flames.

The driver of the automobile was out of the car upon the arrival of the Fire Department and was not injured. Firefighters extinguished the fire in 15 minutes limiting the fire extension into the surrounding brush.

The force of the impact destroyed about 50' of guardrail and closed East Rd. for about and hour. Firefighters used rotary saws to cut up the guardrail that was twisted across the roadway.

The cause of the collision is under investigation by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.