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Mayor Karen Bass Appoints Jaime Moore as New Los Angeles Fire Department Chief

KTLA 5October 24, 20251 min2,729 views
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New LAFD Chief Appointment

  • 🎯 Mayor Karen Bass has appointed Deputy Chief Jaime Moore as the new Chief of the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) after a nationwide search.
  • πŸ’‘ Moore stated his intention to implement strategic changes within the department to meet the needs of Angelenos.

Key Priorities for the New Chief

  • ⚠️ Changes will include enhanced preparation for major disasters, focusing on pre-deployment and staffing.
  • 🌍 The department will also prepare for upcoming world events, such as the World Cup, Super Bowl, and the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Background and Transition

  • πŸ“ Jaime Moore is currently the head of 50's Valley Operations.
  • ❌ He will take over the department following Mayor Bass's decision to oust the previous Fire Chief, Kristen Crowley, citing her handling of the Palisades Fire.
  • πŸ”„ Since Crowley's departure, the department has been led by an interim chief.
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