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LSFD Chief and Captain Interview By George Colsten NOV. 27, 2017 Today we're interviewing Ryan Lionheart, LSFD Captain, and Viola Fugate, LSFD Chief. While many citizens of Los Santos are sleeping safely at night, these men and women are fighting and breaking a sweat to keep us safe. Let's start with some questions with Ryan. LSFD Fire Station in Davis, Los Santos. George Colsten for Weazel News QUESTIONS & ANSWERS By Natasha Khrushcheva Q: How long is the training that the recruits endure here, at the station? A: We have two academies, set for our academy students, in which they go through rigorous training, and detailed explanation of what to do in several different situations and scenarios, as it can be quite a complex thing to handle. We have two academies, one that covers the Fire and Rescue, which tackles structure and vehicular fires as well as entrapment, MVAs, the sorts. The other training is the BLS, Basic Life Support training, that covers the necessary skills to be able not only to rescue lives, but also to save lives from any medical harm on a basic, yet most demanding level. Q: Wow, that sounds like the recruits must have a lot of mental toughness as well as keen knowledge on array of the contingency for any possible crisis. Do we know how many attended this academy? A: This academy we're hopeful for approximately eight recruits, should they pass the examination and then graduate. Interior of the Davis Fire Station. George Colsten for Weazel News. Q: Wow, eight people who rise for the challenge! When you first joined the LSFD, what was the most appealing aspect of being a Fire Captain for you? A: To be honest, I personally didn't join the FD in order to climb ranks or anything else like that. I only grew over time as I progressed in my career as a Firefighter. However, the most appealing aspect I'd say is the satisfaction behind successful teamwork, and striving for success alongside the people in your team which you can refer to, not only as colleagues, but also as brother and sisters. It's the tight knit community, Q: So, camaraderie and kindred bonds is what keeps you going as you perform your duties? Sounds like you are a leader that selflessly serves not only people of Los Santos, but also dedicates time. A: Well, obviously, firefighters have to be courageous, bold and willing. One word I personally like to use is selfless. At the end of the day, the firefighter is sacrificing themselves in order to protect the life and property of other, putting them first. Q: Outstanding! Just for effect, and letting the people back home, what would be your answer if I were to ask why is teamwork so important on the Firehouse? Perhaps you have an example of a scenario. A: Teamwork is the most important core in here, without teamwork, all else fails. In the Firehouse, we're, as I said, a tight knit community, and have to rely on each other in order to achieve a goal, whether it be a simple entrapment, or saving victims in a fire. Any victory or accomplishment of a task one of a person is just as rewarding to the entire team. At the end of the day, it's whether people go home back together, in one piece, the same way as they left firehouse, that's what matters. It's whether people will see their families and friends, that matters. My message to the public is: "If you're not prepared to work together, the Fire Department doesn't want you" Q: When they have to make those split second decisions that might weave the balance between life and a fatality, I understand your tone completely. I'm also impressed by the level of perseverance within the Firehouse, is it true that some within the department can work 24 or even 48 hours sifts? A: It is true, yes. Firefighters have to be ready in order to sacrifice all their duties. However, despite the long shift hours, the firefighters are in fact stationed at the Firehouse, and they are allowed to sleep whenever they desire. On a typical day, a shift starts at midnight. You'd come in, clock in. Get a briefing in the briefing room for a Supervisors on shift. Afterwards, you're free to do as you please, eat breakfast, watch TV... When a supervisor believes it is time, they will call a roll for drills. The drills can be - by preference of the supervisor - mandatory or optional. USA and LSFD flags waving, in Davis. George Colsten for Weazel News The firefighter life is really tough, right? We'll now also interview Viola Fugate, LSFD Chief, with more of 20 years of experience. Ryan: I'd like to introduce to Chief Fugate here. She's a big part of the family at our Firehouse as she basically runs the place. She overwatches all the operations in our firehouse. Ensue everything is running smoothly, and so forth. Viola: Yes, I do a lot of things, the captain exaggerates, though. He's absolutely invaluable to the department. Q: It is absolutely an honor, chief! Since you're with us, do you mind telling us how you got to start? Viola: I’ve always seen myself as a compassionate problem solver. My job offers me the ability to exercise these attributes. I enjoy seeing the sparkle of joy and hope in the eyes of others. The ability of giving people their second or third chances in life has kept me going for over twenty years. I’m proud of my occupation, and thankful for being with the team I currently have. Such a compassionate Fire Chief looking after our proud department! The virtuous men and women of Los Santos Fire Department, the city of Los Santos thanks you all your commitment and dedication to duty, and we hope to visit you again soon, on Weazel News! Starting from the left, LSFD Chief Viola Fugate, LSFD Captain Ryan Lionheart, Weazel News COO Natasha Khrushcheva. 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Armed Robbery at The Vault By Jake Leon NOV. 26, 2017 Imagine going to a club after a long day of work, and getting a drink just to chill out. Then out of no where, armed men wearing masks show up and rob the place! That's exactly what happened on the 21st of November at The Vault, Witnesses say that around five masked individuals went into The Vault that night. There were two heavily injured, one of the armed robbers and one customer at The Vault. When speaking to management at The Vault management said, "We were out numbered and outgunned, the security is not armed yet." The robbers entered in through the entrance in the picture below, armed with pistols and a shotgun, telling people to get on the ground. Entrance from which the armed robbers entered. Jake Leon for Weazel News It was said that, when the robbers came into The Vault, one robber went into the dance floor asking for wallets, and then took fire on the manager in the building, hitting him twice in the vest. Not confirmed, but supposedly, The manager then returned fire, downing one of the masked robbers. Below we have a picture of the manager at The Vault, he was taking cover behind the wall while he was being shot upon. We digitally recreated the robber as seen below in the picture. Note: This digital creation is in no way accurate and its just meant to display the scene of the crime. Manager of the Vault, showing where he took cover. Jake Leon for Weazel News Said to be where the robber was shot down. Jake Leon for Weazel News Meanwhile, supposedly a bystander tried to take the matter into their own hands, and attempted to take down an armed robber. Which in return they were shot and severely wounded. We do not have clearance on where said person was shot, so we do not have a picture to show. Later that day, people present during the event posted about The robbery on FaceBrowser, one of the post as seen below is from a woman named Sandra, and she had to say this: Sandra's post about the robbery. FaceBrowser The owner of The Vault, Stefano Baldasarra saw this post, and posted a public apology on FaceBrowser: Stefano's public apology. FaceBrowser We didn't get much Intel about this event, but we were sent binary code by an anonymous source: 01010110 01101001 01110110 01101001 01100001 01101110 00100000 01001010 01100001 01101101 01100101 01110011 , which is translated to Vivian James. Our hearts go out to all those who were effected in this event, if you have any tips/clues please contact us at [email protected] ((Forum PM)). We do sincerely apologize that this article was late, we attempted to get many interviews but most people we were attempting to interview didn't show up in fear being targeted even though we told them they would remain anonymous. Sponsored by: Follow Weazel News' official FaceBrowser page by searching Weazel-News or clicking this link.

Mirror Park Community Cookout By Jake Leon NOV. 18, 2017 If you live in Los Santos you probably have seen a flier all around town about the Mirror Park community cookout, so we went out to see what was all the fuss with this community held event and took some pictures! Flier hung around the town Unknown source We went out with a camera and took some pictures along with did some interviews of people attending the event, we did try and get in contact with the organizers of the event but they were no where to be found. We spoke to a man named Otis who was volunteering at the event by cooking at the event. Otis volunteering his time to cook for the event Jake Leon for Weazel News We spoke to a couple there as well who was sitting at a camp fire, we asked them why they attended the event, in which the Claire (woman on the left) responded with, "Well, I'm here because I like BBQ food and I haven't had dinner." She also included that, "It's not half bad, A part from the s--- music someone put on." Apparently they weren't fans of the music, which the man on the left, Ryan, agreed with. Claire and Ryan enjoying the event next to the campfire. Jake Leon for Weazel News Our last conversation was with Nick Emerson, another person who came to enjoy the event, when asked why he enjoyed the event he responded with, "Its' a small, little, quaint event. Ain't too bustle-y, y'know?" He also thought the music was not enjoyable when we asked him What would he change about the event he said, "Better music, probably" Nick Emerson Jake Leon for Weazel News Overall the community event was said to be enjoyable, many people liked it and it had a big attendance! The food was great, the atmosphere was good, but the music just wasn't up to par judging by the interviews we had with people. Below you can find a gallery of photos taken by Jake Leon at the event. Gallery of photos taken by Jake Leon Jake Leon for Weazel News Sponsored by: Follow Weazel News' official FaceBrowser page by searching Weazel-News or clicking this link.