By MES Dispatch staff
The Briefing
- Los Angeles — The Los Angeles Fire Department received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, honoring the agency’s service during and after the deadly Palisades Fire. FireRescue1
- The recognition—an Award of Excellence presented by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and Hollywood Community Foundation—was inspired by a 14-year-old student, Eniola Taiwo, who proposed a star for first responders in a school assignment. FireRescue1
- LAFD thanked the community partners and residents for their trust and support during recent major incidents. FireRescue1
LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Fire Department has been awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, a community-driven tribute to firefighters’ courage and public service following the Palisades Fire earlier this year. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and Hollywood Community Foundation presented the department with an Award of Excellence as part of the honor. FireRescue1
Organizers credited 14-year-old Eniola Taiwo for sparking the recognition: in an eighth-grade English assignment, Taiwo suggested adding a star to honor first responders. The idea gained traction with local leaders and ultimately led to the ceremony and dedication. In a statement, LAFD said it is grateful to community partners and Angelenos who place their trust in the department’s skills and commitment. FireRescue1
The Walk of Fame star underscores the department’s role in Los Angeles’ resilience during major emergencies, while putting a spotlight on youth-led civic engagement that can drive meaningful recognition for public safety professionals.