The Los Angeles Fire Department has recently been incredibly challenged by the Palisades Wildfires which has destroyed more than 6,770 structures and caused 25 civilian fatalities.
Fire engines are some of the most interesting vehicles of them all!
They are beautifully colored, have flashy chrome and have all this interesting equipment.
Fire trucks have very flashy lights, strong and varied horns and sirens and some of them still have bells!
Fire trucks are all about public service - they come to help you if your house is on fire or an accident has happened.
We honor all fire fighters and rescue workers on this 4th of July 2025 and hope you will enjoy our selection of photos.

Eric Thomsen has published in science, economics and law, created exhibitions and arranged concerts.