Day Island Residents Battle Rising Tides
On Tuesday morning, residents on Day Island in University Place found many of their homes with water inside due to the king tides rising from Puget Sound. Fortunately, there were no injuries or rescues necessary. West… Read More
December 27, 2022 CommunityTwo Firefighters Receive Merit Awards for Heroic Actions
At a recent Board of Fire Commissioners meeting, two West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) firefighters received Merit awards for their heroic actions while off-duty. A Merit award is presented to an employee who performs an… Read More
December 15, 2022 CommunityFood Drive at Santa at the Station Events
At each of West Pierce Fire & Rescue’s Santa at the Station events, a food drive is being held in support of the Emergency Food Network. Thank you to the community for their support in… Read More
December 9, 2022 CommunityNovember 2022 Alarm Summary
In November, West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) responded to 1,559 calls for service, which is an average of 52 calls per day. Approximately 82% of these calls were for medical aid. Read More
December 6, 2022 CommunityWinter & Holiday Safety Tips
Between cold weather and the holiday season, winter can be a dangerous time of year in terms of home fires. According to the US Fire Administration, the top three days of the… Read More
December 2, 2022 CommunitySanta is Coming to Town!
Santa is coming to West Pierce Fire & Rescue! Don’t miss the Santa at the Station events in Lakewood and University Place. December 8th from 5:30 – 7pm Station 21 — 5000 Steilacoom Blvd SW,… Read More
November 23, 2022 CommunityHoliday Travel Safety Tips
Whether you’re going over the river and through the woods this holiday season, or staying home, here are some safety tips to consider. Heading out of town? 1. Before you go, be sure your… Read More
November 17, 2022 InformationChange Your Clocks & Test Your Smoke Alarms
Wondering what to do with that extra hour we’ll have this weekend during Daylight Savings? Change your clocks and check your smoke alarms! This is a great time to test your smoke alarms and change any… Read More
November 2, 2022 CommunityConnected CARE Program
This year, West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) implemented a Connected Community Access, Referral and Education (CARE) program which works to identify and assist those in need of services, but not the 9-1-1 system. The goal… Read More
October 26, 2022 CommunityFall Safety Day at West Pierce Fire & Rescue
On Saturday, October 22nd, West Pierce Fire & Rescue will host its annual Fall Safety Day event. This event is fun for the entire family and of course, every child receives a free pumpkin! There will… Read More
October 16, 2022 Community