The Right Stuff

We were surprised on our regular visit to the County Recycle Center today to find out that right across the boulevard there was a Fire Expo in progress being presented by the Los Angeles County Fire Department. The venue was the South Coast Botanic Gardens, where the firefighters set up an impressive display of equipment and demonstrations for the public.

They were demonstrating how to prepare for wildland fires and disasters. There was rescue equipment on display including a helicopter, heavy equipment, fire engines and transport trucks. Kids were be able to squirt fire hoses in an attempt to knock some traffic cones over. The firefighter turnout was impressive, with crews from all over the County.

As these firefighters got off of their “Fire Hawk” helicopter, they reminded me of the scene in “The Right Stuff” where the astronauts were walking abreast in the hangar.

All of our first responders, all over the country, are the Right Stuff, as far as we’re concerned.

Click the image for the wide-angle view.