Women take center stage in Southern California fire academy

The Glendale and Pasadena fire departments have teamed up for a two-day women’s fire academy program.

The academy is designed to introduce women to careers in firefighting and emergency medical services. It features hands-on training, mentorship opportunities and a behind-the-scenes look at the physical and technical skills essential to the fire service.

Pasadena Fire Department Captain Jodi Slicker told KTLA on Sunday morning that the initiative looks to uplift and empower women to serve the community as first responders, no matter the experience level…

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