Event Brief
L.A. County readies massive aircraft for wildfire season
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 03, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Summary: Los Angeles County fire officials are preparing for wildfire season by showcasing aerial firefighting aircraft and the crews that can deploy to protect homes and communities when flames erupt. KTLA reports an up-close look at these resources at the Los Angeles County Fire Department’s Air Tanker Base at Van Nuys Airport.
WHO: Los Angeles County Fire Department fire officials; KTLA reporter Jillian Smukler
WHAT: Officials showcased Los Angeles County’s aerial firefighting aircraft and deployment capability for wildfire season.
WHEN: Sep 03, 2026 at 4:34 PM ET
WHERE: Los Angeles County
WHY: Officials are gearing up for wildfire season to deploy aerial firefighting resources when flames erupt.
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