# Long Beach fire chief announces his retirement

Civics & Democracy Long Beach fire chief announces his retirement By Jacob Sisneros | Long Beach Post Published October 29, 2026 at 12:00 PM PDT Long Beach Fire Chief Dennis Buchanan. ( Photo courtesy city of Long Beach ) One year ago, Congress defunded public media. Now that we're 100% community funded, please become a sustaining member or increase your existing membership today. This story first appeared on Long Beach Post. Long Beach announced Wednesday that Fire Chief Dennis Buchanan will retire after more than 33 years with the department. His last day will be Dec. 11. Buchanan spent more

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