Los Angeles Fire Department

11/27/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/27/2024 22:39

Valor 2024 Honors LAFD Members For Exemplary Service

Each fall, the non-profit Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation proudly hosts VALOR, a high-profile awards ceremony honoring exemplary Los Angeles Fire Department members for their service above and beyond the call of duty.

On November 20, 2024, civic and community leaders were joined by friends of the LAFD on the rooftop of BMO Stadium to formally recognize firefighters and organizations who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to protecting life and safety in the City of Los Angeles.

2024 Honorees included:


Medal of Merit
Firefighter III Jake Peters


Medal of Merit
Apparatus Operator Ethan Ramirez


Special Commendation
Firefighter III Shedrick Griggs


LAFD Unit of the Year
Heavy Equipment

Community Impact Award
Harbor Freight Tools Foundation

Corporate Impact Award
Southern California Gas Company

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