Homeland Security sees extreme weather and wildfire as a security issue. LAFD Chief Crowley is well-versed.
Los Angeles Fire Department Chief Kristin Crowley has been tapped as the newest member of the Department of Homeland Security’s Advisory Council, the federal agency announced today.
The decision to appoint the 22-year LAFD veteran comes in light of an “increased focus on the increasing proliferation of fire as a threat to community safety and security,” according to a Homeland Security statement.“Chief Crowley is well-versed in the dual challenges firefighters face as first responders and as a critical line of defense in responding to extreme weather events like wildfires,” Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas said in a statement.
“DHS will benefit tremendously from her experience, as well as her professionalism and dedication to the workforce, which are vital to safeguarding communities across our country. I am honored to appoint Chief Crowley to the Homeland Security Advisory Council.”Through the U.S. Fire Administration, DHS supports first responders across the country.
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