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City of Yorba Linda Welcomes New OCFA Division Chief Mike Morganstern

 

by: City of Yorba Linda
Published: December 8, 2025

 

 

YORBA LINDA...The City of Yorba Linda is pleased to announce Mike Morganstern as the new Division Chief for Orange County Fire Authority Division 4. Chief Morganstern began his assignment on November 29, 2025, and now oversees all fire protection and emergency response services for the Cities of Yorba Linda, Tustin, Villa Park, and the surrounding unincorporated areas of Orange County.

Chief Morganstern brings more than three decades of fire service experience, beginning his career in 1990 and joining OCFA in 1994. He has steadily advanced through the ranks, from firefighter to Division Chief, while contributing to several major agency initiatives. His accomplishments include helping establish OCFA’s helicopter rescue program and developing the organization’s first Active Shooter response program. He has also held leadership roles in emergency operations, technical rescue, hazardous materials, training, communications, and incident management. A nationally recognized expert in Active Shooter preparedness, Chief Morganstern represents OCFA at the Orange County Intelligence Assessment Center, supporting regional efforts in critical infrastructure and threat assessment.

Chief Morganstern succeeds former Division Chief Kevin Fetterman, who retired after nearly 30 years of distinguished service. The City extends its sincere appreciation to Chief Fetterman for his dedication to public safety and wishes him all the best in his retirement.

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