2026 LAAFCA Desert Conference

October 6-9-2026

“One Mission, Many Voices: Building the Future of the Fire Service”

The demands placed on today’s fire service have never been greater. Our communities look to us not just for fire, rescue, and EMS, but as leaders across an increasingly complex and evolving landscape. Meeting that challenge requires what it has always required: collaboration, unity, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

These are the principles at the heart of LAAFCA’s mission. They are what make us a force multiplier and what drives us to honor the tradition we’ve inherited while building the legacy we’ll leave behind.

The LAAFCA Desert Conference brings together fire service leaders and exceptional presenters for meaningful conversations, shared learning, and the kind of connection that can only happen when we come together at this annual conference.

Below are the wonderful sponsors that support and make possible this outstanding conference. Please take the time to visit their websites and get to know more about their services and support for the fire service.

Thank you.

Fire Chief Sponsorship

Deputy Chief Sponsorship

Assistant Chief Sponsorship

Division Chief Sponsorship

Battalion Chief Sponsorship

Captain II Sponsorship

Captain I Sponsorship

FIRE/EMS NEWS

Report details 266 recommendations after deadly SoCal fires

October 5, 2026

The UL Research Institutes' Fire Safety Research Institute analysis cites interconnected system failures for the tragic outcomes of the 2025 firestorm

2 dead, 1 missing after medevac helicopter crash off Calif. island

October 1, 2026

Two people were hospitalized and a fifth remained missing after the helicopter crashed shortly after takeoff and was found submerged in 240 feet of water

First-due response to radiological incidents

September 29, 2026

What firefighters need to know about size-up, PPE, monitoring, contamination and lifesaving operations

Bringing 3D printing into the fire station

September 29, 2026

The Travis Air Force Base Fire Department uses 3D printing to bring needed items into service faster

Company-level hazmat training: How to elevate your readiness

September 28, 2026

Try these drills to build practical skills and strengthen operational readiness

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October 8, 2026

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Rockwell finds 46% of industrial organizations faced cyber incidents as AI adoption, IT/OT convergence reshape resilience - Industrial Cyber

October 8, 2026

Rockwell finds 46% of industrial organizations faced cyber incidents as AI adoption, IT/OT convergence reshape resilience Industrial Cyber

Marlink, TXOne Networks join forces to strengthen cybersecurity across connected maritime and industrial environments - Industrial Cyber

October 8, 2026

Marlink, TXOne Networks join forces to strengthen cybersecurity across connected maritime and industrial environments Industrial Cyber

Rockwell extends SecureOT with managed firewall, infrastructure services to boost industrial cyber resilience - Industrial Cyber

October 8, 2026

Rockwell extends SecureOT with managed firewall, infrastructure services to boost industrial cyber resilience Industrial Cyber

Countdown to compliance: The Cyber Resilience Act reporting deadline has arrived - Arthur Cox LLP

October 8, 2026

Countdown to compliance: The Cyber Resilience Act reporting deadline has arrived Arthur Cox LLP

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