West Covina Firefighters Local 3226 Relief for Mike’s Family
Mike McCluer, a Firefighter/Paramedic with the City of West Covina and a proud member of the West Covina Firefighters Association Local 3226, sustained a severe life-threatening medical emergency while battling a structure fire. Mike is a devoted husband and a father of three children. Mike’s family depends on him as their sole provider and they are faced with tremendous challenges through the long road to his recovery.
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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.
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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A look back at where it all began before the badge!
Swipe to see our members in their earliest days. From humble beginnings to a lifetime of service. 👶➡️🚒 #throwback #westcovinafirefighters ... See MoreSee Less
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