Welcome to the Laguna Beach Firefighters website

President’s Message

Welcome, and Thank You for Supporting Your Laguna Beach Firefighters

On behalf of every member of the Laguna Beach Firefighters Association, thank you for visiting our website and taking the time to learn more about the firefighters who proudly serve this community.

Being a Laguna Beach firefighter means much more to us than responding when the alarm sounds. We live by a tradition of service that extends beyond the walls of the fire station and into the community we are fortunate to serve.

Throughout the year, our members work alongside residents, local businesses, community organizations, charities, and the City of Laguna Beach. Whether we’re on duty or volunteering our time off duty, we believe that being part of this community also means giving back to it.

The fire service has a proud history built on helping people when they need it most. We are honored to carry that tradition forward and equally grateful for the tremendous support Laguna Beach has shown its firefighters year after year.

That support means more to us than you may realize—and we never take it for granted.

We invite you to explore our website, learn more about our members, follow what we’re doing in the community, and discover some of the organizations and causes we’re proud to support.

Thank you for standing behind your Laguna Beach Firefighters. It is truly our privilege to stand behind you.

— Thomas Padden
President
Laguna Beach Firefighters Association

Recent News and Events

2026 Labor Day Pancake breakfast

YOU SHOWED UP. WE FLIPPED PANCAKES. LAGUNA BEACH DID THE REST! 

What a morning!

A HUGE thank you to everyone who came out and made the Laguna Beach Firefighters Labor Day Pancake Breakfast such an incredible success!

There’s something pretty special about seeing our community come together over pancakes, coffee, laughter, friends, family—and a few firefighters pretending they actually know what they’re doing with a spatula.

Events like this remind us exactly why we love serving Laguna Beach. You showed up, brought the energy, supported your firefighters, and helped turn a simple pancake breakfast into an amazing community tradition.

And we definitely didn’t do it alone!

 A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

A special thank you to Mozambique Restaurant, Ivan’z House, Jedidiah Coffee, and all of our incredible supporters who donated their time, products, resources, and generosity to help make the morning possible.

We couldn’t do it without you.

Most importantly, thank you to YOU—our Laguna Beach community.

Your continued support of the Laguna Beach Firefighters means more to us than you know. We’re proud to protect this community, proud to give back to it, and even prouder when we get the opportunity to spend a morning together without anybody having to call 9-1-1!

From our firehouse family to yours—THANK YOU, LAGUNA BEACH!

We’ll bring the griddles.

You bring the appetite.

See you at the next one!

Community Events

Upcoming Events

October 2026 is Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

we will be wearing our Pink LBFD shirts supporting finding a cure for Breast Cancer.

Pancake Breakfast –

Memorial Day – May 31, 2027

Labor Day – September 6, 2027

Submit your photos of Laguna Beach Fire in the community!

FAQs

We are the professional union (IAFF 3684) representing the 37 full-time firefighters and paramedics of the Laguna Beach Fire Department.  We advocate for our members, support high-quality emergency services, and actively contribute to community causes and events in Laguna Beach.

There are 4 fire stations in Laguna Beach.  Click here for locations.

The fire department is the official city agency responsible for fire protection, emergency medical services, and public safety operations.  The Association is an independent union that represents the firefighters, focusing on member support, labor advocacy, and community outreach/philanthropy.

Online donations will be accepted soon.  You can mail donations to PO. Box 367, Laguna Beach, CA 92652.

No, donations to our association (as a labor union) are not tax-deductible.  If you’re seeing a tax deduction, consider supporting related charities we partner with, or contact us for recommendations.

Funds support local nonprofits, community events (like toy drives and fundraisers), firefighters’ wellness programs, and charitable causes such as cancer support networks, senior services, and youth programs in Laguna Beach.

Yes!  We regularly participate in events like the Spark of Love toy drive, pancake breakfasts, fundraisers for local causes, and community outreach.  Check our website or social media for upcoming events.

You can support us by donating, attending events, or spreading the word.  Follow us on social media or contact us.

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