5/19/09 Update: All 3 members have now been released from the burn center and are recovering at home. With physical therapy all are expected to eventually return to full duty.
On May 6th Three VCPFA members were injured in an entrapment/burn over that courred while fighting the Jesusita fire in Santa Barbara. Captain Ron Topolinski, Captain Brian Bulger, and Firefighter Robert Lopez were treated by their fellow firefighters at the scene before being transported to Cottage hospital and then the Grossman burn center.
28 year veteran Ron Topolinski suffered approx 10% 2nd degree burns to his arms, hands, and face. 30 year veteran Brian Bulger suffered smoke inhalation, and 10 year veteran Robert Lopez suffered approx 15% 2nd and 3d degree burns to his shoulders, back, face and ears. He also suffered lacerations to the face.
Local 1364 members continue to provide support as needed for our members and families during their recovery.Cards and well wishes can be sent to the VCPFA office. PO Box 385 Camarillo, CA 93011
Fallen Firefighter Memorial Dedicated
On Saturday September 27, 2008 The Ventura County Fallen Firefighter Memorial was dedicated before a crowd of 800 Firefighters, guests, and families of the fallen.
