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"A pre-dawn fire early this morning caused damage to this restaurant." - LAFD

"Subduction, Even modern institutional cremation leaves some forensically identifiable information. The issue of leaving little evidence is not only time, but temperature - and there are very few natural situations where you...er, anyone could mimic the conditions (nearly constant and extended overall exposure to 1800F+) of a crematorium. Sadly, many people believe they can start or set fire to a body and/or nearby property and that it will produce cremains. Such is not the case, and prisons are full of people who left clear evidence of arson and merely (externally) charred remains of someone they thought they had cleverly murdered. Of course, I am but a Firefighter, and a more detailed and scientific answer can be easily obtained from your local Medical Examiner/Coroner. I hope this helps. Respectfully Yours in Safety and Service, Brian Humphrey Firefighter/Specialist Public Service Officer Los Angeles Fire Department" - LAFD

"Thanks to all for the kind words. We've been on Digg since early 2006, and blogging since 2003. Among the LAFD sites I think you'll like enjoy are: http://lafd.blogspot.com http://www.flickr.com/photos... http://youtube.com/LAFD <--- the 'Ring of Fire' video is popular http://twitter.com/LAFD http://twitter.com/LAFDtalk ..and many more. Please let us know what we can do to make the magic happen. Oh, and in case you're wondering about *our* Department (LAFD) and raves, here's where we very publicly stand (see the comments): http://lafd.blogspot.com/2008... ... Respectfully Yours in Safety and Service, Brian Humphrey Firefighter/Specialist Public Service Officer Los Angeles Fire Department http://LAFD.ORG/BLOG" - LAFD

"Thanks for the reply. No worries! As active participants in new media, we know articles can have a long tail. Purely for historical accuracy (when someone finds this thread in 2035), we wanted to make sure our participation - or lack thereof in this event were properly chronicled. Yes, we're on Reddit: <A class=user href="http://www.reddit.com/user..." rel=nofollow>http://www.reddit.com/user...</A> ...but not terribly active there. A quick search at Google will highlight many of the 100+ projects and sites we utilize. Again, thanks and please don't hesitate to contact us whenever we can be of assistance. Respectfully Yours in Safety and Service, Brian Humphrey Firefighter/Specialist Public Service Officer Los Angeles Fire Department" - LAFD

"While we understand the challenge and frustration, it is important to note - given the title of this Digg entry, that the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) was not in any way involved with this incident in Inglewood, California. The City of Inglewood and the venue are protected by our friends at the Los Angeles *County* Fire Department (LACoFD). The LAFD and LACoFD are separate agencies. A correction to the mistaken LAFD mention has already been made by The Los Angeles Times (see their article via the Digg link). While our agency has its own issues of late, the Hard Summer concert was not one of them. Respectfully Yours in Safety and Service, Brian Humphrey Firefighter/Specialist Public Service Officer Los Angeles Fire Department" - LAFD

This is a test of the "Los Angeles Fire Department' room at FriendFeed. No action required. Test complete. ### - LAFD

In this first episode of a six-part video series, the Los Angeles Fire Department shows you how to make your home safer. More people die from fires at home than any other place. Don't become a statistic. Includes actual fire footage. - LAFD

In this first episode of a six-part video series, the Los Angeles Fire Department shows you how to make your home safer. More people die from fires at home than any other place. Don't become a statistic. Includes actual fire footage. - LAFD

In this first episode of a six-part video series, the Los Angeles Fire Department shows you how to make your home safer. More people die from fires at home than any other place. Don't become a statistic. Includes actual fire footage. - LAFD

In this first episode of a six-part video series, the Los Angeles Fire Department shows you how to make your home safer. More people die from fires at home than any other place. Don't become a statistic. Includes actual fire footage. - LAFD

LAFD spokesmen (and self-described propellerheads) Brian Humphrey and Ron Myers are interviewed by PC World magazine Senior Reporter Heather Havenstein. - LAFD

LAFD spokesmen (and self-described propellerheads) Brian Humphrey and Ron Myers are interviewed by PC World magazine Senior Reporter Heather Havenstein. - LAFD

LAFD spokesmen (and self-described propellerheads) Brian Humphrey and Ron Myers are interviewed by PC World magazine Senior Reporter Heather Havenstein. - LAFD

LAFD spokesmen (and self-described propellerheads) Brian Humphrey and Ron Myers are interviewed by PC World magazine Senior Reporter Heather Havenstein. - LAFD

The Los Angeles Fire Department helps you understand the difference between watches, warnings and advisories from the National Weather Service - LAFD

The Los Angeles Fire Department helps you understand the difference between watches, warnings and advisories from the National Weather Service - LAFD

The Los Angeles Fire Department helps you understand the difference between watches, warnings and advisories from the National Weather Service - LAFD

The Los Angeles Fire Department helps you understand the difference between watches, warnings and advisories from the National Weather Service - LAFD

LAVoice.org visits the Los Angeles Fire Department's Command Center and LAFD Spokesman Brian Humphrey aka 'The Bunker Blogger'. - LAFD

LAVoice.org visits the Los Angeles Fire Department's Command Center and LAFD Spokesman Brian Humphrey aka 'The Bunker Blogger'. - LAFD

LAVoice.org visits the Los Angeles Fire Department's Command Center and LAFD Spokesman Brian Humphrey aka 'The Bunker Blogger'. - LAFD

LAVoice.org visits the Los Angeles Fire Department's Command Center and LAFD Spokesman Brian Humphrey aka 'The Bunker Blogger'. - LAFD

How to report a fire hazard in the City of Los Angeles. - LAFD

How to report a fire hazard in the City of Los Angeles. - LAFD

How to report a fire hazard in the City of Los Angeles. - LAFD

How to report a fire hazard in the City of Los Angeles. - LAFD

Civilian volunteers activated by the Los Angeles Police and Fire Departments to provide immediate on-scene crisis intervention, emotional support and referrals to victims and their families involved in a traumatic incident. - LAFD

Civilian volunteers activated by the Los Angeles Police and Fire Departments to provide immediate on-scene crisis intervention, emotional support and referrals to victims and their families involved in a traumatic incident. - LAFD

Civilian volunteers activated by the Los Angeles Police and Fire Departments to provide immediate on-scene crisis intervention, emotional support and referrals to victims and their families involved in a traumatic incident. - LAFD

Civilian volunteers activated by the Los Angeles Police and Fire Departments to provide immediate on-scene crisis intervention, emotional support and referrals to victims and their families involved in a traumatic incident. - LAFD

The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. - LAFD

The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. - LAFD

The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. - LAFD

The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. - LAFD

Protecting public health and the environment throughout Los Angeles County from accidental releases, improper handling, storage, transportation, and disposal of hazardous materials and wastes through coordinated efforts of inspections, emergency response, - LAFD

Protecting public health and the environment throughout Los Angeles County from accidental releases, improper handling, storage, transportation, and disposal of hazardous materials and wastes through coordinated efforts of inspections, emergency response, - LAFD

Protecting public health and the environment throughout Los Angeles County from accidental releases, improper handling, storage, transportation, and disposal of hazardous materials and wastes through coordinated efforts of inspections, emergency response, - LAFD

Protecting public health and the environment throughout Los Angeles County from accidental releases, improper handling, storage, transportation, and disposal of hazardous materials and wastes through coordinated efforts of inspections, emergency response, - LAFD