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West Pierce Fire & Rescue has launched its new e-newsletter and ask you to join the mailing list. These periodic emails will include a variety of messages, including upcoming events, safety messages and even emergency alerts. … Read More
November 18, 2021 Community9/11 20th Anniversary Remembrance Ceremonies Scheduled
In honor of the 20th anniversary of September 11, West Pierce Fire & Rescue will hold two public ceremonies in remembrance of the 2,977 victims lost on that date in 2001. Those victims included 343 firefighters, 60… Read More
September 1, 2021 CommunityPulsePoint App Empowers Residents Trained in CPR
An automated external defibrillator (AED) was placed at Fort Steilacoom Park as a tool to save lives in the event of a sudden cardiac arrest incident. Local community partners joined together to place the AED and… Read More
August 27, 2021 CommunityCelebrate Safely this July 4th
The 4th of July is around the corner and West Pierce Fire & Rescue would like to remind residents to celebrate safely, as this is the busiest day of the year for firefighters. The safest way… Read More
June 28, 2021 CommunityWest Pierce Fire & Rescue Firefighter Application Period Now Open
West Pierce Fire & Rescue is currently accepting applications for the positions of Lateral and Entry-level Firefighter. There is no application fee or exam cost to participate in this hiring process. Candidates must apply at… Read More
June 1, 2021 EmploymentWest Pierce Fire & Rescue’s Continual Work Surrounding Mental Health
The fire service has more than its fair share of challenges. From traumatic calls, seeing people in pain and suffering, risking firefighters’ own health for others whom they have never met, having an ever-changing schedule with… Read More
May 21, 2021 CommunityWest Pierce Fire & Rescue Celebrates Earth Day
West Pierce Fire & Rescue is committed to doing its part to reduce its carbon footprint and increase cost efficiencies. In honor of Earth Day, here are just some of the ways WPFR has moved toward… Read More
April 21, 2021 Community2-Alarm Apartment Fire at Four Fountains Displaces Eight Units
On the afternoon of Tuesday, April 13, West Pierce Fire & Rescue responded to a 2-alarm apartment fire at the Four Fountains Apartments at 30 Thunderbird Parkway in Lakewood. Crews arrived to find heavy smoke and… Read More
April 14, 2021 CommunityTelecommunicators Week 2021
When someone calls 9-1-1, it is because they need help. The first voice they connect with is a dispatcher, who stays calm and grounded, even when the caller is not. West Pierce Fire & Rescue would… Read More
April 10, 2021 CommunityWest Pierce Fire & Rescue’s 2020 Annual Report Now Available
West Pierce Fire & Rescue’s 2020 Annual Report is now available online. This report encompasses the past year’s (January 1 – December 31) events, which has proven to be one of the busiest on record. Read More
March 19, 2021 Community