Due to ongoing dry conditions and prevailing high winds, Fire Marshal Colorado Cordova of the Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) has enacted fire restrictions to Stage 1, effective April 28, within the boundaries of Los Alamos County to safeguard public health and safety, as well as protect lands, structures, natural and historical artifacts. Click below to view the order and press release.
The Operations Division provides and maintains, through a force of trained and qualified personnel, a state of readiness necessary to cope with real and potential emergency incidents affecting the citizens and visitors of Los Alamos County.
Our fire suppression force is currently comprised of three shifts, each under the direction and leadership of a Duty Battalion Chief. The Deputy Chief, in conjunction with the three Duty Battalion Chiefs, works to ensure that our crews are ready to respond to a variety of incidents at a moment's notice.
Included in the preparation of response crews adequate training, appropriate equipment and the availability of the resources required to meet our ever-changing response environment.
The LAFD currently operates out of five stations which are managed by a Company Officer.
The Los Alamos Fire Department is honored to be entrusted with the safety and welfare of our members and community.
We are dedicated and proud to provide exceptional services for the preservation of life, the environment, and property.
Erik Litzenberg
Incoming Fire Chief
erik.litzenberg@losalamosnm.gov
Wendy Servey
Outgoing Fire Chief
505-662-8308
wendy.servey@losalamosnm.gov
Tim Johnson
Acting Deputy Fire Chief
505-662-7630
timothy.johnson@losalamosnm.gov
James Thwaits
LANL Training Chief
505-662-8329
james.thwaits@losalamosnm.gov
Jeff Saiz
Battalion Chief (A Shift)
505-667-7026
jeffrey.saiz@losalamosnm.gov
Ray Gandara
Battalion Chief (B Shift)
ray.gandara@losalamosnm.gov
Matthew Munoz
Battalion Chief (C Shift)
matthew.munoz@losalamosnm.gov