Fire Department and School District Lead Sidewalk CPR Instruction

Published on May 20, 2026

May 20, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: South Pasadena Fire Department

Phone: (626) 403-7300

Email: fdinfo@southpasadenaca.gov

Subject: South Pasadena Fire Department and School District Lead Sidewalk CPR Instruction at Local Schools

South Pasadena, Calif. –  The South Pasadena Fire Department (SPFD) and South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD), in collaboration with Los Angeles County Emergency Medical Services (EMS), offered Sidewalk CPR instruction at South Pasadena High School on May 18, 2026, and South Pasadena Middle School on May 19, 2026.

Students and staff at South Pasadena High School and South Pasadena Middle School learned lifesaving skills, including the three steps before performing CPR chest compressions: checking the scene for safety, calling 911, and tapping the patient to check for breathing. They also practiced administering chest compressions effectively.

These activities took place during National EMS Week, which recognizes the lifesaving contributions of emergency medical technicians, paramedics, dispatchers, and out-of-hospital medical personnel who serve on the front lines of community health and safety. This year, EMS Week is observed between May 17-23, 2026.

About the City of South Pasadena

The City of South Pasadena is a charming community, situated only six miles from downtown Los Angeles. Called the City of Trees, the area is known for its stunning homes, unique small businesses, and top-quality schools. South Pasadena’s diverse population of about 25,000 occupies a mere 3.44 square miles of flatlands and hillsides on the west side of the San Gabriel Valley. This small-town atmosphere makes South Pasadena one of California's most desirable locations.

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