Registration for Safe Sitter Classes is now OPEN!
Registration is now open for West Pierce Fire & Rescue’s 2025 Safe Sitter Babysitting classes! The Safe Sitter babysitting class is designed to teach students ages 11-13 how to be safe when caring for younger children. Read More
April 11, 2025 ClassesEngineer Justin Tinsley awarded Medal of Valor
When faced with danger, true courage is measured not by words, but by actions. West Pierce Fire & Rescue Engineer Justin Tinsley’s heroic, life-saving actions have earned him a Medal of Valor for a second time. Read More
April 2, 2025 UncategorizedThunderstorms, Hail, Strong Winds, and Potential Tornado on the Way
The National Weather Service is forecasting thunderstorms, large hail, and strong wind gusts to hit the area around 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 26. There’s also the slight possibility of a tornado. The NWS Weather Forecast Office… Read More
March 26, 2025 UncategorizedWest Pierce Fire & Rescue Adjusts FBC After Petitions Review
At the West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) Board of Commissioners meeting Tuesday, March 4, the Board unanimously voted to approve adjustments to the recently implemented 2025 Fire Benefit Charge (FBC). The changes will… Read More
March 5, 2025 UncategorizedWPFR Extends FBC Petition Deadline
West Pierce Fire & Rescue is extending its Fire Benefit Charge (FBC) Petition for Adjustment period to Friday, Feb. 28. The district has been made aware that some residents have not yet received their tax statements. Read More
February 18, 2025 UncategorizedWest Pierce Fire & Rescue Welcomes New Commissioner
At the West Pierce Fire & Rescue Board of Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 4, Commissioner Marshal (Scott) Dellinger was sworn in to fill the vacancy for Position 5. He was sworn in by Pierce County… Read More
February 5, 2025 UncategorizedNew Commissioner Appointed to Fill Vacancy at West Pierce Fire & Rescue
At the West Pierce Fire & Rescue Board of Commissioners meeting Tuesday, January 21, the Board voted to appoint Marshal (Scott) Dellinger to fill the vacancy for Position 5. Commissioner Dellinger, a Lakewood resident, currently serves… Read More
January 23, 2025 Uncategorized