Crime & Safety

PHOTOS: 20th Annual Backdraft Ball

The event raises funds to support retired BHFD firefighters and their families.

The Beverly Hills Firemen's Association held its 20th annual Backdraft Ball Tuesday at the .

City officials, esteemed residents and comedian Jay Leno were on hand to honor Beverly Hills firefighters at the event, which raises funds to support the Post-Retirement Medical Benefit Trust Fund. The fund provides medical insurance for city firefighters—and their families—after they retire.

Check back with Beverly Hills Patch Thursday for a more in-depth look at the evening, as well as a video clip of Leno's stand-up routine.

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