Newport Beach Fire Department, California (Images of America Series)

For nearly a century, the men and women of the Newport Beach Fire Department have served their Orange County community with dedication, professionalism, and grace. Starting with a primitive hose reel and a dozen volunteers in 1911, determined Newport Beach firefighters protected the always tourism-friendly community with more dedication than equipment. In 1927, the volunteers were disbanded and a paid fire department was organized. This volume celebrates 100 years of the Newport Beach Fire Departments exemplary service by combining historical photographs with a narrative that traces the evolution of firefighting in Newport Beach from its turn-of-the-century roots to the state-of-the-art operation it is today, entrusted with protecting one of coastal Californias most affluent and picturesque showcase communities.Novak, Michael J. is the author of 'Newport Beach Fire Department, California (Images of America Series)', published 2008 under ISBN 9780738555935 and ISBN 0738555932.