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Early Morning Residential Fire Results In Fatality.
At 6:55 AM this morning firefighters from Central Pierce Fire & Rescue and Graham Fire & Rescue were dispatched to a working residential structure fire located on 199th Street Court East, between Spanaway and Elk Plain. The fire was reported by a passerby.
First-arriving firefighters found a two-story home fully involved in flames. Neighbors shared with firefighters that they believed someone was trapped inside. Firefighters confirmed that there was a vehicle in the driveway.
Firefighters from 12 responding units immediately worked to control the fire and search for occupants inside the structure. Both the floor and the roof were reported as compromised as crews worked to suppress the fire. At 7:26 AM, firefighters located a male inside the structure. Upon removal from the structure, additional personnel began life-saving efforts for the unconscious male. Crews transported the patient to Good Samaritan Hospital at 7:42 AM. Unfortunately, the male, believed to be in his 50’s, succumbed to his injuries from the fire.
The cause of the fire is currently unknown, and crews remain on scene overhauling hot spots and supporting the investigation efforts.
Central Pierce Fire & Rescue offers heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
Limited information will be available until the investigation is complete.
Crews were sent to an RV fire today and were able to extinguish it. Thankfully the occupants were safely outside, but these 2 kittens were stuck inside. FF Disch was able to rescue them and get them outside into clean air and safety!
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May in 10 Pictures: last month, CPFR responded to 2,892 emergency calls in our community (including 95 fires and 2,042 medical calls). We were in more than 20 classrooms teaching primary students about firefighters being community helpers. We finished this season of Arrive Alive presentations at local high schools (teaching the importance of not driving under the influence or being distracted). Crews participated in training throughout the month, including specialized teams such as Swiftwater Rescue. Our stations welcomed Lateral Class 23-2 to the line to begin work with their skills and years of experience to serve this community. And, as they began their CP career, we also bid farewell to retirees. We finished the month by honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation and freedom at the Memorial Day ceremony hosted by Puyallup VFW 2224.
(Arrive Alive is made possible through the following partnerships: @puyallupextricationteam @puyalluppd @piercesheriff @puyallupschooldistrict & Bethel School District)
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Today we had the honor of celebrating Ron Williams and his 33 distinguished and dignified years of service. Ron has demonstrated sacrifice and commitment to our great profession and has done so skillfully. He has been peaceably prominent in many parts of our organization. Throughout his 3 decade career, he has accomplished so much, including being one of the first Central Pierce firefighters sent to medic school; he was also on the Special Ops team and has meticulously cared for our gurneys and backboards for the past ten years. Most importantly, Ron has left an imprint upon many of our hearts due to his kind and gentle demeanor.
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“I’m excited to be back on the line and join a team in the city I grew up in!” - Lateral FF Howe
Please join us in congratulating and welcoming Lateral Class 23-2! Last week they completed orientation and this week they begin their career with Central Pierce Fire & Rescue on the line throughout the district. We are so excited to have them as part of our team. Fun fact for you all: these 14 men bring over 150 years of firefighting experience and are ready to put it to use serving this community.
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Thank you to Edgerton ES kindergarten classes for inviting us to teach about being a community helper and showing you all the helpful tools we have on our fire engine!
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CALLING ALL SCOUTS: We are hosting a day just for the scouts in our fire district! Come learn about fire safety, crime prevention, fingerprinting, emergency preparedness, and aquatic safety! Space is limited to 100 kids, but the request form is open now!
Click the link in our bio to fill out our special request form!
In partnership with: @puyalluppd, @piercesheriff, @goldfish_puyallup, @officialsouthsound911, and @redcrossnorthwest
Special thanks to @boyscoutsofamerica @girlscouts @girlscoutsww
Live fire at the training tower today for Lateral Class 23-2 as they finish their academy this week. They’re working on the effect of ventilation and flow paths on fire buildings! This group brings over 150 years of combined firefighting experience and we are thrilled to have them join the line next week 🔥
Shoutout to today’s live fire instructors: AC Benning, BC Cable, Capt. McCabe, Capt. Girt, Lt. Noll, FF Beal, and FF Thompson!
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Mothers: you’re the first hero of our world, the wisest advice, the greatest friend, the champion in our corner, and the perfect example of selfless love. To all the mothers who raised us, we celebrate you. To all the mothers in our CP family, we cherish you. To all the mothers around the world, we praise you. And to the mothers no longer with us, we miss you. Today and always. Thank you for doing the hardest job in the world.
From all of us at Central Pierce Fire & Rescue, we wish you all the happiest Mother’s Day! ♥️
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It was a very busy week for Central Pierce Fire & Rescue. Number ours emergency medical incidents, traffic accidents, and multiple fires, including residential and a large recreational vehicle.
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It’s our honor to introduce to you all the newest leader in our training division: Captain Adam McCabe! Capt. McCabe has been a career firefighter with CPFR for 18 years and has been a leader on the line with our crews day in and day out. His knowledge, skill, and passion for this profession are just some of the qualities that we know make him a perfect fit in this role. Congratulations on your promotion, Captain!
Central Pierce Fire & Rescue is on scene of a working house fire. First arriving crews arrived to find heavy fire conditions in the garage with extension into the living space. This fire is in the South Hill area of the District.
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This week, CPFR crews participated in MCI (mass causality incident) training. Training and preparation for worst-case scenarios are paramount for us to be ready to respond when an emergency occurs within our community. While MCIs are low frequency, they are high risk, and they require both precise care and seamless cooperation between responders. Taking the time to drill allows us to fine-tune our skills and learn new best practices in emergency response.
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We are thrilled to announce the newest Battallion Chief of Central Pierce Fire & Rescue: Logan Kovash! He worked his final shift as a captain at station 60 on Thursday the 27th (he and his crew found a moment to take a farewell picture with props straight off the engine - including the tablet, iykyk). And today we celebrated him as AC Kent presented him with his white helmet. Congratulations, BC Kovash! 🎉
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We have 6 SafeSitter classes this summer! Many of you have asked about enrolling your high school student in a class, so we have one special HS-only class on June 10th and then 5 classes for kids in grades 6-8 in July and August! Each class has 16 student spots, the cost is $35 per student, and the class is one full day (9 am - 4 pm). If you have any questions, drop them in the comments! Registration is through Eventbrite & the link can be found in our bio 🎉
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Cheers to 35 years: let's celebrate and congratulate Battalion Chief Jeff Power!
BC Power started with the Puyallup Fire Department on March 18, 1988. He went on to become a Paramedic (which he maintained until his retirement on April 30, 2023). He was actively involved in the Special Operations Team and was part of the Washington FEMA Task Force (with this team, Jeff went to Oklahoma City after The Murray Building Bombing). Jeff was promoted to Captain and finished his career as a Battalion Chief on B-Shift, working alongside his partner Mike Kondra.
Jeff was active in a variety of committees and projects (including sharing his incredible workmanship talent by building the firehouse table at 72, picture included). He always wanted to give back to the department and this profession he enjoyed and felt fortunate to have been a part of. Jeff made an impact on everyone he worked with. His great attitude, wise advice, focus on the mission, and consistency are all attributes he is known for.
We know Jeff will enjoy his retirement and the additional time he will get to spend with his family (wife Kristy and daughters, Kayla and Chloe). Thank you for your years of service to this department and community. We will miss you around here but wish you the absolute best in all to come!
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April 2023 Photo Dump: CPFR responded to 2,787 emergency calls last month, celebrated multiple retirements, spent time in the community at the fair and at various schools K-12, and have some exciting opportunities to join our team that opened up! Serving and living in this community is the highest honor. Thank you, Pierce County!
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34 years of dedicated service. Thank you for all you’ve done for the department, the community, and the fire service. He has worked as a leader in our organization and across the world training with @puyallupextricationteam . Lt. Frank Naubert, you will be missed greatly but to serve in this profession alongside you was a great honor for many. One of Lt. Naubert’s final wishes on his retirement day centers around the relationships he values so deeply: “share the stories, let’s reminisce.” If you have any stories from your time working with him, share them below!
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“Don’t drink and drive, arrive alive.”
Today, Bethel High School hosted our Arrive Alive team for a dynamic presentation that highlights the importance of making smart choices behind the wheel. This program includes watching Fire & police response on the scene of a collision involving a driver under the influence. After watching crews extricate and transport two injured victims along with the arrest of an impaired driver (all portrayed by student actors), students got a chance to hear the incredibly impactful story of Karen Minahan, a local DUI advocate and victim of a drunk driver collision. Thank you to Bethel School District for allowing us to bring this educational program to your high school campus. Thank you to all who are involved in making this happen: @piercesheriff @puyallupextricationteam @puyalluppd (for PHS) and our firefighters.
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PCSO participated in our combat challenge at the @wastatefair today. Deputy Ditsch crushed it in 15 seconds!
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