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We`re proud to partner with the @cascadechristianschools to provide 235 carbon monoxide (CO) alarms at no cost to the schools, made possible through Federal Grant Funds from the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Central Pierce Fire & Rescue is committed to ensuring a safe learning environment by providing free CO alarms to local school districts. These alarms will provide an additional layer of safety and protection for classrooms above and beyond the alarms already installed in required locations throughout campuses.
CO is a colorless, odorless gas that poses serious health risks, such as dizziness, nausea, loss of consciousness, and, in severe cases, death. Installing CO alarms can provide early warnings and help prevent poisoning. Placing these alarms in schools adds an important layer of protection for both students and staff.
Free CO alarms are also available to community members within the Central Pierce Fire & Rescue fire district. Visit the link in our bio to request an alarm.
Wildfire Responses 🔥
Brush 42 was deployed as part of a State Mobilization Plan to assist on the Western Pine Fire near Davenport in Eastern Washington. As of the most recent update, the fire has burned over 4,100 acres with 0% containment. We’re wishing our firefighters a safe and successful deployment.
Back at home, Crew 6 (our Seasonal Wildfire Apprentices), responded with @pugetsoundfire to a 1-acre vegetation fire in Maple Valley yesterday morning. While smaller in scale, incidents like this offer valuable, real-world experience for our apprentices and help build strong working relationships with neighboring fire agencies, which are critical during large scale incidents.
A Stage 2 Burn Ban is NOW in effect until further notice for Unincorporated Pierce County.
The Stage 2 Burn Ban change is due to extremely dry conditions and the recent increase in brush, vegetation, and urban interface fires in Pierce County. It will stay in effect until conditions improve.
What’s changed from the Burn Ban issued in June?
🚫 No outdoor burning at all – including any outdoor/recreational burn pits, backyard fire pits, or backyard fire places.
🚫 Burn permits are still suspended – and will remain so until all burn bans are lifted.
What is allowed?
✅ Charcoal in grills, gas/propane grills and heaters, pellet grills/smokers are allowed if they are on a non-combustible surface.
For more information on Stage 2 Burn Ban regulations, visit the link in our bio.
We had the opportunity to honor one of our fallen firefighters last month.
On June 12th, the IAFF 7th District Motorcycle Group visited Station 72 to collect a memorial ribbon for Central Pierce Fire & Rescue Deputy Fire Marshal Brian Annis-Levings, who passed away from job-related cancer in 2022. These ribbons honor the lives of firefighters who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
The group carried these ribbons to Olympia, where first responders, family, and friends gathered to remember and honor our fallen at the Washington State Fallen Firefighters Foundation service on Sunday, June 22. Brian’s name will be placed on the IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial in Colorado Springs in September 2025. His legacy and dedication to the fire service will never be forgotten.
RETIREMENT – Please join us in congratulating Firefighter Rod Martinson for his 33.5 years of dedicated service! Rod started his career as a resident at the Spanaway Fire Department, full of energy and eager to learn. Over the years, he had the honor to serve alongside some of the finest men and women, responding to everything from structure fires and medical emergencies to wildland incidents and rescues. Every call came with its own set of challenges and rewards. He takes great pride in the work he accomplished alongside his crews. Rod shared that this job has given him more than he ever expected, and he’ll always be thankful for the memories, friendships, and camaraderie he’s experienced over the years. In this next chapter of life, he’s heading to Florida to enjoy a well-earned retirement filled with beach days, boating, golfing, and games of pickleball.
Congratulations, Rod, we wish you nothing but the best in retirement!
We spent the last several weeks training with the 96th Aviation Troop Command of the @wanationalguard on wildfire helicopter operations including coordinating water bucket drops. This training provided both firefighters and Washington National Guard members with valuable experience operating water buckets in an urban setting, navigating ground to air communications, and enhancing their preparedness for future wildfire responses.
Each flight served as a valuable training opportunity for both aircrew and ground crews. No two water bucket drops are the same, as fire behavior is constantly evolving. Firefighters presented dynamic objectives, while pilots and crews showcased their ability to adapt to shifting simulated fire targets—sharpening situational awareness and strengthening the skills of everyone involved.
Thank you to Corliss Management Group and Heidelberg Materials for allowing us to train on your property.
It was a busy 24 hours for our crews! From 8:00 am on July 4th to 8:00 am on July 5th, we responded to over 240 calls, including 103 brush/vegetation fires, structure fires, vehicle fires, illegal burning, and smoke investigation incidents.
We anticipate another busy night ahead. Stay safe and enjoy the rest of your weekend!
Around 2:45 am, crews were dispatched to a two alarm apartment fire in the 900 block of 9th ST SE in Puyallup. Engine 73 arrived to find heavy fire from the back patio and front door. Crews made entry and conducted an aggressive fire attack. Additional crews entered the adjoining units to isolate the fire and keep it from spreading into the attic space. The fire was kept to the originating unit with minimal damage to the adjoining units.
No injuries were reported. Thank you, @eastpiercefire and @riverside_fire_and_rescue for assisting. The cause is under investigation.
We want to wish everyone a safe and Happy Independence Day! Our dedicated firefighters are on duty covering 178 square miles and are ready to respond from 20 staffed fire stations if needed. 🚒🎇
Please enjoy your 4th of July festivities, including your family, friends, food, and beverages. 🇺🇸
We want you to celebrate safely and have fun this 4th of July! 🇺🇸
If you choose to set off fireworks this year, please use extreme caution and make sure to dispose of them properly afterward.
🎇 Use fireworks a safe distance from anything that can burn.
🎇 Soak fireworks in a bucket of water prior to throwing them away.
🎇 Designate a responsible adult to light off fireworks.
🎇 If it’s not meant to be held, don’t light it in your hand.
🎇 Keep a hose nearby in case of a fire or other accident.
🎇 Follow your local firework discharge ordinances.
Around 1:45 pm, crews were dispatched to a car vs. pole collision that sparked a brush fire in the 24200 block of Mathias Rd E in Graham. While the fire was threatening structures, including Centennial Elementary, it is now under control and no buildings were damaged. Access to the school is blocked due to downed power lines. The individual involved in the collision suffered minor injuries.
Response included 2 Battalion Chiefs, 2 brush trucks, 2 fire engines, 1 ladder truck, 1 medic unit, and Crew 6 (our new group of wildfire apprentices).
Today, in recognition of National Wildland Firefighter Day, we’re sharing how our fire district is preparing for the wildfire season. Over the last several weeks, we`ve launched initiatives to mitigate wildfire risk and provide effective response this summer.
1. Increased Training: We have been hard at work training in the wildland urban interface (WUI), which is the area where residential properties back up against forested property, parks, or green belts. The drills simulate how a fire might spread through residential neighborhoods and allows crews to practice suppression tactics.
2. Partnership with the WA National Guard: We have been training with the WA National Guard on ground to air communications and coordinating bucket drops. Additionally, this partnership helps our crews become familiar with aerial fire suppression operations.
3. Wildfire Apprenticeship Program: We launched a new seasonal wildland apprenticeship program in partnership with South Pierce Fire & Rescue. The 12 apprentices will spend the summer responding to WUI fires and engaging in fuel reduction activities.
We`re ready for your wildfire season, are you?
Sign up today for a free Wildfire Risk Assessment at wildfireready.dnr.wa.gov to ensure your property is wildfire ready.
Wildfire Ready Neighbors offers free tools, tips, and resources to help you prepare your home and property.
We want everyone to have a safe and enjoyable holiday. The best way to prevent firework-related fires is to forego setting them off altogether. However, if you do choose to use fireworks, please exercise extreme caution and make sure to dispose of them properly afterward.
Learn more about firework regulations in your area by visiting the link in our bio.
Let your 4th of July celebrations be memorable but not disastrous by following these simple safety tips. 🎇
▪️ Designate a responsible adult to light off fireworks
▪️ Use fireworks a safe distance from anything that can burn
▪️ If it’s not meant to be held, don’t light it in your hand
▪️ Keep a hose nearby in case of a fire or other accident
▪️ Soak fireworks in a bucket of water prior to throwing them away
▪️ Keep your pets safe by locking them indoors, or in a secure area
▪️ Follow local firework discharge ordinances
Remember, DO NOT call 911 for fireworks complaints. Instead, please use the online system FireworksReport.com to report violations or call the non-emergency line at 253-287-4455.
Before celebrating, make sure to check local firework regulations by visiting the link in our bio.
RETIREMENT – Please join us in congratulating Firefighter/Paramedic Tony Dulas for his 30 years of dedicated service! Tony started his fire service journey in 1988 when he joined the Fire Patrol program at his high school. Four years later, he completed training to become a paramedic and pursued a full-time career in the fire service. Some of his accomplishments include implementing a new SCBA program and being one of the longest standing members on the hazmat team.
Tony says that he is beyond blessed to have chosen a career that is the best job ever. We wish him nothing but the best in retirement!
Helicopter Wildfire Training: Monday, June 30 and Tuesday, July 1 from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm
We’re partnering with the Washington National Guard for helicopter wildfire training in our fire district.
Training will take place near the Lipoma Firs, Sunrise, and Day Break neighborhoods. You can expect to see National Guard helicopters conducting water bucket drops and practicing ground-to-air communications alongside fire department crews.
Important Safety Note:
Do NOT fly drones during training operations or during any wildfire suppression operations. Unauthorized drones pose a serious safety hazard. If a drone is spotted, helicopter operations have to immediately stop.
The Fourth of July can be a fun time for humans, but it can also be potentially dangerous and stressful for pets like Willow. Here are some pet safety tips to ensure your furry friends stay safe during the celebrations. 🎆🐾
🐾 Keep pets indoors
🐾 Create a Safe Space
🐾 Ensure your pets are wearing a collar with an ID tag
🐾 Never bring pets to fireworks displays
🐾 Secure windows and doors
🐾 Play sound machines or music inside your home
🐾 Consult your vet for calming medications or strategies to help your pet cope
Always make sure to check firework regulations within your community before lighting them off.
▪️City of Puyallup residents: https://www.cityofpuyallup.org/civicalerts.aspx?aid=924
▪️City of Orting residents: https://www.cityoforting.org/public-safety/fireworks-information
▪️Unincorporated Pierce County residents: https://www.piercecountywa.gov/3893/Fireworks
Beat the heat this summer by keeping these safety tips in mind. ☀️
▪️ Wear lightweight, light colored, loose fitting clothing.
▪️ Stay indoors, especially during the hottest part of the day.
▪️ Pace yourself when outdoors, or participating in a physical activity.
▪️ Wear sunscreen.
▪️ Do not leave children or pets in hot cars.
▪️ Stay hydrated.
Visit the link in our bio to view the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department website for hot weather resources and cooling centers.
The safest way to prevent firework related fires is to forego lighting them off, but if you do choose to set off fireworks this year, please use extreme caution.
Improperly disposed of fireworks cause house fires every year. Remember to soak ‘em before you throw ‘em. Small fireworks should soak in water for at least 15 minutes before you throw them away, while larger fireworks may need to soak overnight.
Be sure to check the link in our bio for firework regulations within your community before lighting them off.
Please join us in welcoming our new HR Analyst, Jennifer Goodenough, to our team!
Jennifer holds an MBA from City University of Seattle and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Puget Sound. She also carries HR certifications from the HR Certification Institute and the Society for Human Resource Management. Previously, she worked at the Department of Social and Health Services as an HR Consultant for six years.
In her free time, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her husband and their five-year-old son, watching sports, traveling, trying exotic foods, cooking, baking, and attending Zumba classes. She is excited to serve the members of Central Pierce Fire & Rescue.
Welcome, Jennifer!