Firefighter on racist tirade

A video depicting an Alameda County firefighter's racist tirade following a car accident has gone viral, prompting an investigation by the Alameda County Fire Department (ACFD). In the footage, the firefighter berates a community member with racially charged language, claiming, 'I’m not racist, I’m a f****** firefighter.' Fire Chief William McDonald stated the comments contradict the department's values and announced that all firefighters will undergo sensitivity training. The firefighter has been placed on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation. While the incident has sparked outrage, the chief does not classify it as a hate crime but rather an embarrassing situation for the department. A total of five individuals from a homeless encampment nearby accepted shelter offers during the police operation to dismantle the camp, indicating broader community tensions in the area.