June 15, 2024 - SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom issued the following statement regarding the death of Los Angeles County Firefighter Andrew Pontious:

“Jennifer and I offer our sincerest condolences to the family, friends and entire Los Angeles County Fire Department for the loss of Firefighter Andrew Pontious. His service protecting the Los Angeles community will never be forgotten.” 

On June 14, 2024, Firefighter Pontious died while responding to an emergency in Antelope Valley. 

Firefighter Pontious, 52, was a nearly two-decade veteran of the fire service who was most recently assigned to a four-member fire engine at Station 93 in Palmdale. 

He is survived by his wife and children.

In honor of Firefighter Pontious, flags at the State Capitol and Capitol Annex Swing Space will be flown at half-staff.
Source: Office of the Governor

Per Los Angeles County Fire Department:

Line of Duty Death of #LACoFD Fire Fighter Andrew Pontious

It is with a heavy heart the LACoFD and Los Angeles County Firefighters, IAFF Local 1014 share the Line of Duty Death of Fire Fighter Andrew Pontious on Friday, June 14, 2024.

Fire Fighter Pontious was assigned to Fire Station 93 in the City of Palmdale. He faithfully served our Department along with Los Angeles County residents and communities for over 19 years.

We extend our deepest condolences and prayers to the family, friends, and colleagues of Fire Fighter Pontious.

To ensure the proper care and support of the Pontious family and our personnel, Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone has activated the Department’s chaplains, Peer Support team, behavioral health clinicians, and Memorial Management team.

Thank you for respecting the privacy of the Pontious family during this extraordinarily difficult time.

RIP Fire Fighter Pontious


Source and photo: Los Angeles County Fire Department