2024-02-20 CC Agenda - Public Communication - Misc. - Letter of Appreciation2024-02-20 CC AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMUNICATION - MISC. - LETTER OF APPRECIATION
From: Danielle McMillon <Danielle.McMillon@fire.lacounty.gov>
Date: February 20, 2024 at 3:36:44 PM PST
To: "Avery, George (Fire Chief)" <gavery@elsegundo.org>,
OFFICIALS <ALLELECTEDOFFICIALS@elsegundo.org>
Cc: Matthew McMillon <mcmIII lons@me.com>
Subject: Letter of appreciation Lomita Fire
Chief Avery,
"George, Darrell" <dgeorge@elsegundo.org>, ALL ELECTED
We met a few weeks ago when I was planning an MCI training with your "C" Platoon.
The Lomita fire warehouse was my husband business and housed our personal belongings also.
Please accept our gratitude and appreciation for the Fire service you provide.
Danielle McMillon
Lifeguard Division I Section Chief
County of Los Angeles Fire Department
O: 310.394.3621
M:213.760.1559
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February 20, 2024
TO: FIRE CHIEF GEORGE AVERY
EL SEGUNDO FIRE DEPARTMENT
FROM: SECTION CHIEF DANIELLE MCMILLON
MDJ PRESIDENT MATT MCMILLON
SUBJECT: LETTER OF APPRECIATION
Chief Avery,
I am writing this letterto express our deepest appreciation and gratitude forthe
outstanding service and dedication that the members of the El Segundo Fire
Department showed on February 9, 2024. My husband and I were away on a vacation
when we got a call that our storage warehouse on -Lomita Street was on fire. The fire
started quickly and spread so rapidly that by the time we received the notification and
sent a friend to check on the warehouse it was completely involved. The
professionalism, bravery and quick response of the El Segundo Fire Department
employees was exemplified on this very dynamic fire. The Fire Department's prompt
arrival, coordinated response with assisting agencies and skillful execution in
extinguishing the fire prevented further damage to adjacent exposures and ensured the
safety of our community.
This has been a devastating experience for my husband and I, but we find comfort in
living in a community that has the support of the El Segundo Fire Department. Although
ourwarehouse is a total loss, we know thatwe only lostthings. The Fire Department
personnel have shown us so much empathy and kindness in one of our lowesttimes.
Through my work as a Lifeguard Section Chief for Los Angeles County Fire Department
I have already experienced the dedication to excellence your employees have shown. I
would like to extend my appreciation to the entire department, including the Fire
Fighters, Paramedics, dispatchers and support staff. Each member pays a vital role in
ensuring the smooth operation of the department and the overall safety of our
commu n ity.
Once again, thank you for your exceptional service and selfless commitment to saving
lives and property. Please convey our appreciation to all the members of the El
Segundo Fire Department. Your relentless efforts and commitment to serving others
are deeply appreciated
Dan and Matt McMillon