The Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department (LPFD) provides

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and

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s to the neighboring cities of Livermore and Pleasanton,

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. The organization uses a

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(JPA) model with essential support services provided by both cities. This partnership promotes more efficient administration and effective delivery of services.

Centennial Light

LPFD Station 6 maintains the

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, the world's longest-lasting

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, located at 4550 East Avenue in Livermore. The department says that the bulb is at least 117 years old and has been turned off only a handful of times. Due to its longevity, the bulb has been noted by ''

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USAR Task Force 4

The LPFD has multiple members in the California USAR Task Force 4 (CA-TF4) one of the eight

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s in the state. The task force is based in

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and is sponsored by the

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Stations and apparatus

The Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department has 10 fire stations spread across both Pleasanton and Livermore. Engine91

Firefighters Foundation

The Livermore-Pleasanton Firefighters Foundation is a non-profit organization created to support injured and fallen firefighters, police, EMS personnel, and their families both locally and across the state.

Dispatch

Communications and dispatch services are provided by the Alameda County Regional Emergency Communications Center (ACRECC) located at nearby

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References

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