West Pierce Fire Commissioner Recognized for 45 Years of Service
At Tuesday night’s Board of Fire Commissioners meeting, West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) had the opportunity to recognize Commissioner Dan Rankin for his years of service to the community. Commissioner Rankin spent more than 20… Read More
December 6, 2023 CommunityNovember 2023 Alarm Summary
In November 2023, West Pierce Fire & Rescue responded to 1,348 calls for service, which was an average of 45 calls per day. Nearly 80% of those responses were for emergency medical aid. Read More
December 5, 2023 IncidentsPrepare in a Year: December
West Pierce Fire & Rescue is dedicated to ensuring the community is prepared in the event of a disaster. During major disasters, such as an earthquake, firefighters may be delayed in their response to 9-1-1 calls… Read More
December 1, 2023 CERTPhones are Down at West Pierce Fire & Rescue
As of Tuesday, November 21, 2023, the phones at West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) are not working and cannot receive outside phone calls at this time. To reach WPFR, please email communications@westpierce.org until service has… Read More
November 21, 2023 UncategorizedSanta 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 12th from 5:30 – 7pm Station 21 — 5000 Steilacoom Blvd SW,… Read More
November 13, 2023 CommunityPrepare in a Year: November
West Pierce Fire & Rescue is dedicated to ensuring the community is prepared in the event of a disaster. During major disasters, such as an earthquake, firefighters may be delayed in their response to 9-1-1 calls… Read More
November 1, 2023 CERTWest Pierce Emergency Management Coalition Launches New Website
The West Pierce Emergency Management Coalition (WPEMC) has launched a new website, which will have information on local hazards and be utilized during large-scale emergencies to share information. www.westpierceemergency.org This website will be another communication… Read More
October 18, 2023 Disaster PreparednessGet Ready to ShakeOut!
Do you know what to do during an earthquake? Drop, cover and hold. At 10:19 am October 19th, you can join millions of people across Washington State practicing earthquake safety. To learn more… Read More
October 17, 2023 Disaster PreparednessFire Prevention Week is October 8-13
According to National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), cooking is the leading cause of home fires, with nearly half (49 percent) of all home fires involving cooking equipment; cooking is also the leading cause of home fire… Read More
October 7, 2023 InformationSeptember 2023 Alarm Summary
In September 2023, West Pierce Fire & Rescue responded to 1,666 calls for service, which was an average of 50 calls per day. Nearly 70% of those responses were for emergency medical aid. Read More
October 3, 2023 Incidents