We spent the last several weeks training with the 96th Aviation Troop Command of the Washington National Guard 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.
We spent the last several weeks training with the 96th Aviation Troop Command of the Washington National Guard 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!
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, East Pierce Fire & Rescue and Riverside Fire & Rescue for assisting. The cause is under investigation.
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 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.
Your fire district responds to an average of 131 emergency calls per day. From medical calls to house fires, we’re here 24/7 to protect lives and save property. Here’s a quick look at a few of the calls we responded to over the last two weeks:
6/26 at 10:56 PM
Structure Fire
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Crews were dispatched to reports of a garage fire in a single-story home in the 4000 block of 21st St SE in Puyallup. Upon arrival, crews found a garage fully involved with flames and threatening the home. During the initial search, the crews discovered a victim and pets trapped in a bedroom and assisted with rescue. Thanks to a quick response, there was only minimal smoke and heat damage to the home. Unfortunately, the garage had significant damage.
Response: 15 units, including 6 fire suppression units, 3 EMS units, and 6 command/support units.
6/27 at 7:08 PM
Vehicle Fire
Crews were dispatched to reports of a car on fire on SR512 with Washington State Patrol on scene. Upon arrival, crews found a fully-involved passenger vehicle on fire. After the car was extinguished, the vehicle appeared to be a brand-new Dodge SUV with dealer plates. The occupants of the vehicle had left the scene before first responders arrived. Thank you, Washington State Patrol, for your assistance.
Response: 4 units, including 2 fire suppression units, 1 EMS unit, and 1 other command/support unit.
6/30 at 12:14 PM
Vegetation Fire
Crews were dispatched priority to reports of a brush fire along the train tracks at the intersection of Shaw Rd and E Pioneer in Puyallup. Upon arrival, crews found 2 separate brush fires roughly 50 yards apart from one another along the train tracks. Both of the brush fires were quickly controlled and extinguished by the crews. Witnesses stated seeing sparks coming from a train that had recently passed by before the fire started.
Response: 3 fire suppression units
7/02 at 5:15 PM
Vegetation Fire
Crews were dispatched to reports of a brush fire in the 5800 block of 44th Ave E near Waller. Upon arrival, crews found a vegetation fire spreading towards the park. Due to a fast attack on the fire, crews were able to extinguish the vegetation fire quickly before it spread too far. Thank you, Riverside Fire & Rescue, for assistance.
Response: 9 units, including 6 fire suppression units, 1 EMS unit, and 2 other command/support units.
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).
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.
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 links below.
Unincorporated Pierce County: https://www.piercecountywa.gov/3893/Fireworks
City of Orting: https://www.cityoforting.org/public-safety/fireworks-information
City of Puyallup: https://www.cityofpuyallup.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=673&ARC=1039
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.