Dr. Steven Rottman Retires After Over 41 Years as BFD Medical Director
Dr. Steven Rottman reflects on his 41 plus years as Medical Director of the Burbank Fire Department.
Burbank Fire Chief Eric Garcia Says Goodbye After 30 Years and Welcomes Chief Danny...
On September 1st, 2023, the Burbank Fire Department held a Retirement Celebration for Fire Chief Eric Garcia, Following the ceremony was the Change of Command for Fire Chief Danny Alvarez.
Photo Gallery: Burbank Fire Responds for Another Mountain Rescue in the Hills Above Burbank
With the weather getting warmer and the sun setting later, Burbank Fire is getting called more frequently for injured and lost hikers on the trails above the Burbank foothills.
Police Set Their Sights on Capturing Serial Arsonist After Three Fires
Police are looking for a suspect who recently set three fires next to homes late at night in four block area
Fire Department Will Take One Fire Engine Out of Service Due to Firefighter Shortage
Due to firefighter staffing shortages, fire officials have announced that they will be taking Engine 12 out of service Temporarily in the Media District
BFD Deputy Fire Chief Danny Alvarez to Become Next Santa Monica Fire Chief
Deputy Fire Chief Danny Alvarez will officially end his role with the Burbank Fire Department in the coming week.
Burbank Turning Red for Fallen Firefighters
"Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters" will be from October 1 through October 3
Burbank Fire Chief Eric Garcia to Retire at End of August
With a distinguished career that has spanned three decades, Chief Garcia has held every rank within the Burbank Fire Department
Firefighters Quickly Knock Down Brush Fire in Burbank Hills
Brush fire was contained to a 1/4 acre and was knocked down in about 30 minutes
Bob Hope Airport Fire Department Introduces the Panther 1500
The Bob Hope Airport Fire Department has received and put a new Rosenbauer Panther 1500 compressed air foam engine into service. This is the first Class 4 ARFF compressed air foam engine in the united states.
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Burbank Police Log: November 17 – November 23
Law and order are important, and Burbank's finest does an excellent job.
Burbank Chamber of Commerce Gather For Holiday Mixer & Cheer
The mixer was held at the New Capital Bar & Grille, and what a fantastic venue it is.
Ross Benson Surprised With Key to the City for Five Decades of Service to...
On December 1, 2025, the Burbank City Council Chambers transformed into a heartfelt celebration as longtime photographer, storyteller, and community champion Ross A. Benson was awarded the prestigious Key to the City of Burbank, presented by Mayor Nikki Perez.