The IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery is a one-of-a-kind addiction treatment facility specializing in PTSD for IAFF members – and IAFF members only – who are struggling with addiction, PTSD other related behavioral health challenges to receive the help they need in taking the first steps toward recovery. It is a safe haven for members to talk with other members who have faced or overcome similar challenges.
West Covina Professional Fire Fighters Association IAFF Local 3226
🔥 Introducing our Unions April Firefighter of the Month: Engineer Ryan Schwartz 🔥
Engineer Ryan Schwartz was hired with the West Covina Fire Department in September 2011 as a Firefighter Paramedic and was promoted to Engineer in December 2015. 🚒
Engineer Schwartz serves a key role as our Union Vice President, a member of the TEMS team, and a Public Information Officer. Committed to enhancing operations, Engineer Schwartz led the effort to upgrade every unit with FLIR thermal imaging cameras, ensuring our crews are better equipped in the field.
Beyond the firehouse, Engineer Schwartz and his wife April have been married for 14 years and are raising their two daughters, ages 13 and 11. Off duty, he enjoys coaching his daughter’s softball team, spending time outdoors hiking, and making the most of family time. Engineer Schwartz is also a lifelong Dodgers fan since the 1988 World Series and a dedicated Ducks Hockey supporter. His loyalty to team, tradition, and community shows in everything he does on and off the job!
Proudly rooted in a strong fire service family, his commitment to public safety runs deep. His wife, April, a former paramedic, now teaches EMS and public safety. His father is retired from LA County Fire, and his uncle retired from Long Beach Fire.
Thank you, Engineer Schwartz, for your continued dedication and hard work as Union Vice President. 💪🏻🔥 #firefighterhighlight #firefamily🚒 ... See MoreSee Less
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Honoring over 60 years of dedicated service to the West Covina Fire Department 🔥 We proudly congratulate Assistant Chief Mike Fountain and Captain Todd Smith on their well earned retirement. Thank you for your legacy of service, leadership, the stories, and for setting the bar high. We’re grateful for your commitment and the hard work you’ve put into strengthening our union. 🚒🔥Wishing you both all the best in this next chapter. ... See MoreSee Less
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On March 26th, Engine 121 and Rescue 121 responded to an auto vs. bicyclist incident involving a young rider whose bike was severely damaged.
We’re happy to share that he is recovering well, and today our union had the opportunity to deliver a brand new bike to him!
Moments like these remind us that our job goes beyond the call! 🚒🚲 ... See MoreSee Less
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WCFA 7th Annual Charity Golf Tournament Recap⛳️
A huge thank you to everyone who helped make this event a success! Shout out to our sponsors, participants, and supporters! Your continued generosity makes it all possible.
Special thanks to @southhillscountryclub for welcoming us back year after year and for their ongoing support of West Covina Firefighters! See you next tournament! ⛳️🔥🚒
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We proudly congratulate Firefighter Paramedic Phil Brown as he retires from the West Covina Fire Department. 🎉
For the past 10 years, Phil has made a lasting impact on our department, leaving behind contributions that have advanced our department in various ways. While he may be stepping away from the firehouse, his commitment to the fire service isn’t over. Phil will be continuing to support first responders from a new perspective as a lead developer in public safety drone technology. 🔥🚒
Thank you for your dedication, your leadership, brotherhood and your service! Wishing you nothing but success in this next chapter! ... See MoreSee Less
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🔥 Introducing our Unions March Firefighter of the Month: Firefighter Paramedic Justin Gonzales 🔥
Firefighter Paramedic Justin Gonzales was hired with the West Covina Fire Department in 2019 as a Firefighter and was promoted to Firefighter Paramedic in 2022.
From Explorer to Explorer Advisor, he has come full circle, now mentoring the next generation in the same program where his firefighting journey began.
Firefighter Paramedic Gonzales continues to advance his professional development, recently completing a Tactical Medicine course and working toward joining the TEMS team. He also serves as a Paramedic Preceptor and Fire Line Paramedic.
Beyond his work in the field, many may recognize Firefighter Gonzales from our annual Golf Tournament. For the past four years, he has played a key role in organizing the event, helping support our union while bringing the community together year after year.
Off duty, Firefighter Gonzales enjoys spending time with his wife and two kids. He is also a loyal San Francisco 49ers fan and enjoys catching games whenever he can. Go Niners!🔥💪🏻 #westcovinafirefighters ... See MoreSee Less
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