Firefighters fought a blaze at Grandview dog park on Tuesday, June 29, a fire that was started by the illegal use of fireworks.
2020 Puget Sound Fire Awards
This past week, Puget Sound Fire celebrated its annual awards ceremony for 2020. Held in a virtual format, it was a chance to recognize the commitment and dedication of the people who work here. Multiple staff received recognition. From support functions such as Logistics and Information Technology, to the Public Educators who teach fire … Continue reading 2020 Puget Sound Fire Awards
Mayor Visits Vaccination Site at Bow Lake Mobile Home Park
More than 100 SeaTac residents received the COVID-19 vaccines this week thanks to the Puget Sound Fire’s Mobile Vaccination Unit (MVU). On Wednesday, Mayor Erin Sitterley was on hand to watch the SeaTac firefighters assist community members at Bow Lake Mobile Home Park with COVID vaccines. The City of SeaTac contracts with Puget Sound Regional … Continue reading Mayor Visits Vaccination Site at Bow Lake Mobile Home Park
Puget Sound Fire Emergency Incident Response Totals for March 1-7
During the week of March 1 – 7, 2021 Puget Sound Fire Emergency Incident Response Totals: Fires 20 including 5 structure fires EMS 368 Other 154 Total 542 Annual total for 2021 5,294 Calls of note during the week: On March 2, E373 responded to an injured roofer on top of a 3 … Continue reading Puget Sound Fire Emergency Incident Response Totals for March 1-7
Six King County Fire Departments Launch WAFireCareers.org
Making a Career in Firefighting More Accessible, Affordable, and Inclusive We are excited to announce the launch of http://www.wafirecareers.org! WA Fire Careers is an organization we have partnered with several other King County fire and life safety agencies to create. It is designed to make the firefighter exam process more accessible, affordable, and inclusive for … Continue reading Six King County Fire Departments Launch WAFireCareers.org
TRUSTED PARTNER NETWORK LAUNCHES
King County Emergency Management is developing a network of trusted partners to help share emergency notifications through diverse communities. The Trusted Partner Network (TPN) is an effort to ensure that every resident of King County receives critical lifesaving emergency alerts, regardless of which language he or she speaks. By collaborating with trusted leaders within every … Continue reading TRUSTED PARTNER NETWORK LAUNCHES
Daylight Saving Time
With Daylight Saving Time began at 2 AM this Sunday, March 14, Puget Sound Fire Emergency Management is encouraging you to not only set your clocks but to also check your stocks! This twice-yearly time change is a great time to check the stock in your emergency preparedness kit for items that may be missing … Continue reading Daylight Saving Time
Puget Sound Fire vaccinates adult family home residents
March 3- The Puget Sound Fire’s mobile vaccination unit was back in SeaTac at the Angle Lake Court Apartments vaccinating 50 residents. The residents of the senior housing facility did not have access to other COVID-19 vaccination sites. On February 5, the mobile vaccination unit, in partnership with King County Medic One, began visiting adult … Continue reading Puget Sound Fire vaccinates adult family home residents
Second Alarm Fire at Auto Shop in SeaTac
On Tuesday, February 16, at about 11:40 AM, Puget Sound Fire crews were dispatched to a commercial fire in the 21200 block of International Blvd in SeaTac. A large black thermal column of heat and smoke was immediately visible as the closest engine crew pulled out of their station. On scene within two minutes of … Continue reading Second Alarm Fire at Auto Shop in SeaTac
Winter Preparedness tips
February 12-Puget Sound Fire crews are prepared, tire chains are on standby, winter hats at the ready. We're here to serve you no matter what the weather. Take a few minutes to check your safety/preparedness too. Water pipes/faucets protected? Car kit stocked when traveling? Heaters a safe distance from combustibles? And a new one this … Continue reading Winter Preparedness tips