County of LA Fire Museum
Photos: Museum volunteer Asher Luna (left) and Fire Captain Paul Schneider (right)
By C. MacDonald
Bellflower, CA — Many lives have undoubtedly been saved because of the 1970s hit NBC TV series, “Emergency,” which helped pioneer the concept of paramedics. For 7 seasons, the show was based on the exploits of two fictitious Los Angeles County Fire Department paramedics. Paul Schneider, a Fire Captain and President of the County of Los Angeles Fire Museum in Bellflower, said his department served as technical advisers for the popular show. Their experiences dealing with emergencies were the inspiration for many of the scenes shot on film. Tourists from around the globe continue to be inspired by a 40-year-old production, seeking out LA County Fire Museum’s 1972 Dodge D300 and Engine 51 used in filming. The museum is hosting a special Open House and Swap Meet May 3, 2014. Read more…>
This photo of the actors from “Emergency” and other memorabilia are on display at the fire museum.
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