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all Los Angeles emergencies actually take place in Los Angeles. As the Principal Costumer, Moe has traveled for the show to Big Bear, Santa Barbara, and even Mexico to work in the same tank and soundstages used in Titanic. "The tsunami episodes were insane. I was in a water tank every day for a week in a wet suit on location in Mexico—not my preferred aire. From the San Diego train ride to the Rosarito soundstages, I knew this would be a unique journey. "Don't drink the water" was the very first thing they told us, from that moment I felt like Dorothy and I knew I wasn't in Kansas anymore. It was my first time working with an international crew, me being the only Set Costumer from our original crew in LA. With the multiple changes, lots of wet gear, nightly washing of everything that got wet, I definitely learned a lot." 9-1-1 has been running for nine seasons, and its insane adventures are so well loved and documented, it seemed only right to ask: What is a highlight of working on such a long-running legacy show? Joe's perspective is that "There's something special about being a part of a production that has a cultural impact. The show has a lot of fans who remember everything and being part of a beloved show where people are also excited for you, as well as makes the work worth it. Helping shape the show in ways that resonate with long-term viewers is a special feeling, and the reason I decided to join this business." He continues: "It's fast-paced, detail- oriented work, but incredibly rewarding to see everything come together." But it comes back to this family that they chose and who chose them, when asked their highlight Mindy replied, "To me, the highlight of working on 9-1-1 has to be our amazing team that makes this job so enjoyable day in and day out." Chiming in to agree, Moe states, "What makes 9-1-1 special are the people. The cast is always a pleasure to work with, and the crew is the best in the business. When Above: 9-1-1 team (L-R): Zora Dakir, Erika Lucas, Tiana Aiello, Mindy Lamour, Joe Castellanos, production PA's, Antonitta Barnes, Isabella Gama, Rebecca St. John, Gabrielle Giarrusso, Brittny Chapman, Carolyn Voyta, Alayna Bell-Price, Suzanne Pakier, Alana Rosenblum Lilley. Right: (L-R) Mindy Lamour, Alayna Bell-Price, Brittny Chapman, Isabella Gama (PA), Romonica Stephens (PA). 26 SPRING 2026