Lemoore Volunteer Fire Department Association

10/08/2026

Thursday, October 8, 2026-LVFD participated in the City of Lemoore Recreation Department Senior Celebration. We were able to share fire safety information, as well as home safety checklists. We reminded them the importance of changing smoke detector batteries annually, and that they expire completely and need to be replaced. Once they were educated they received their fire cap and sticker badge! Fun & promoting fire safety thanks to the City of Lemoore Recreation Department!

10/08/2026

On Monday, October 5, 2026, LVFD hosted a fire station tour for Lemoore Cub Scouts Pack Troop 402. LVFD firefighters shared important fire safety lessons, having the scouts, spray water, try equipment, and more! 🚒👨‍🚒👩‍🚒🧑‍🚒

10/05/2026

On Sunday October 4, 2026, LVFD volunteers joined MIQ in their annual Fall Festival. Families enjoyed the presence of the nations flag displayed over the event as well as the opportunity to climb thru an actual fire truck.

Thank you MIQ for hosting this event and allowing us to join!

10/05/2026

On Saturday, October 3, 2026, LVFD hosted a fire station tour for local area Girl Scout Troops. LVFD firefighters shared important fire safety lessons, having the girls practice STOP, DROP, and ROLL, spray water, try equipment, and more! 🚒👨‍🚒👩‍🚒🧑‍🚒

✨As a thank you, the girls also brought LVFD snacks and cookies donated by the community! ✨

09/26/2026

The Lemoore Volunteer Fire Department Association supported the 2026 Sarah A. Mooney Memorial Museum’s Cemetery Walk.

Active-duty and honorary firefighters gathered to support the event, which featured Chief Norm Garcia. An LVFD active-duty firefighter portrayed Chief Garcia, sharing his story and LVFD history.

Our appreciation to Lemoore Volunteer Fire Department Association members, families, and supporters, and for the Sarah A. Mooney Memorial Museum for selecting Chief Garcia as one of this year’s honorees.

08/17/2026

On Saturday, August 1, 2026, LVFD joined the City of Lemoore’s Fourth Annual End of Summer Bash. LVFD Firefighters sprayed water to keep families cool, running games of Simon Says, Red Light Green Light, and more!

07/26/2026

LVFD loves a fresh cup of lemonade on these hot summer days! Here’s some pictures of a few of the stands we made it to this summer!

07/09/2026

Congratulations Raigan!

❤️🤍💙 Introducing Lemoore's Hometown Hero Recognition ❤️🤍💙

Last Night at the Lemoore City Council meeting, the City of Lemoore proudly launched its new Hometown Hero Recognition Program, created to honor the everyday people whose courage, compassion, and selfless actions make our community a safer and stronger place.

We are honored to recognize Raigan Gipson as the very first recipient of this award.

On the evening of June 18, 2026, while teaching swim lessons, Raigan was faced with an unimaginable emergency when a neighbor arrived carrying an unresponsive two-year-old child who had been found at the bottom of a swimming pool.
Without hesitation, Raigan quickly ensured her swim student was safe before immediately beginning CPR. As fellow instructors safely evacuated the remaining students and reunited them with their families, Rachel Taylor joined Raigan in providing lifesaving care. Together, they restored the child's pulse and continued caring for her until first responders from the Lemoore Police Department, Lemoore Volunteer Fire Department, and American Ambulance arrived. Thanks to their swift and decisive actions, the little girl was awake, crying, and receiving continued medical attention.

Raigan's calmness under pressure, quick thinking, and willingness to act during a critical moment undoubtedly helped save a young life. Her courage is a powerful reminder that heroes aren't defined by titles, they are defined by their actions.

On behalf of the City of Lemoore, Lemoore Volunteer Fire Department, Lemoore Police Department, and the entire community, thank you, Raigan, for your extraordinary bravery, compassion, and commitment to helping others. Your selfless actions exemplify the very best of Lemoore, and we are proud to recognize you as our very first Hometown Hero.

Please join us in congratulating Raigan Gipson on this well-deserved recognition! 👏❤️

07/08/2026

Here are key water safety tips by age group to help prevent drowning and water-related accidents this summer:

Infants (Under 1 year)

* Never leave a baby unattended near water, even for a few seconds.
* Empty bathtubs, buckets, and kiddie pools immediately after use.
* Always keep one hand on your baby during bath time.

Toddlers (1–4 years)

* Stay within arm’s reach whenever they’re in or near water (“touch supervision”).
* Install a four-sided fence with a self-closing, self-latching gate around home pools.
* Begin swimming lessons when your child is developmentally ready, but remember lessons do not make a child drown-proof.

Children (5–12 years)

* Make sure they swim with a buddy and under adult supervision.
* Teach them to ask permission before going near water.
* Have them wear a properly fitted life jacket when boating or around open water if they are not strong swimmers.
* Teach basic water safety and how to call for help in an emergency.

Teenagers (13–18 years)

* Never swim alone.
* Avoid alcohol or drugs before or during swimming or boating.
* Never dive into water if you don’t know its depth.
* Be aware of currents, changing weather, and underwater hazards in rivers, lakes, and oceans.
* Wear a life jacket when boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, or participating in water sports.

Adults

* Actively supervise children at all times—avoid distractions like phones.
* Learn CPR; it can save a life while waiting for emergency responders.
* Wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket when boating or fishing.
* Avoid alcohol while supervising swimmers or operating a boat.

Water Safety for Everyone

* Learn to swim if you haven’t already.
* Swim where lifeguards are present whenever possible.
* Know the weather and water conditions before entering the water.
* Stay hydrated and protect yourself from the sun.
* Call 911 immediately if someone is in trouble, and use a reaching or throwing rescue aid instead of entering the water yourself unless you’re trained to perform a rescue.

A few simple precautions can make summer around pools, rivers, lakes, and beaches much safer for everyone.

07/05/2026

4th of July 2026 City of Lemoore Volunteer Fire Department celebrated America’s 250th Birthday with the community at the downtown festivities. Displaying our nations flag, sharing information and enjoying time with the community made memories to last a lifetime!