Entry-level Firefighter and Firefighter/Paramedic Application Period Now Open
West Pierce Fire & Rescue is now testing for Entry-level Firefighter and Firefighter/Paramedic. It is anticipated 15 positions will be filled in 2020. The application period will be open until September 20, 2019 at 5:00… Read More
August 13, 2019 CommunityWater Safety Tips for Summer
As the weather heats up and the water becomes more enticing, water safety is of the utmost importance. Knowing the dangers ahead of time is imperative to preventing an emergency. Drownings are misconceived as loud and… Read More
July 26, 2019 CommunityMan Rescued in Puget Sound by Fireboat Endeavor
At approximately 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 21, West Pierce Fire & Rescue was dispatched to Day Island for a water rescue. The call was initiated by Gig Harbor Fire & Medic One, after assisting a… Read More
April 22, 2019 CommunityWest Pierce Fire & Rescue 2018 Annual Report is Now Available
West Pierce Fire & REscue’s 2018 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
April 12, 2019 CommunityCERT Class Registration Now Open
West Pierce Fire & Rescue is hosting a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training class from May 7-25, 2019 at various fire stations in Lakewood and registration is now open. Aimed at preparing groups in the… Read More
March 25, 2019 CERTNewly Promoted West Pierce Fire & Rescue Personnel Recognized
At the recent Board of Fire Commissioner’s meeting, five newly promoted West Pierce Fire & Rescue personnel were recognized and pinned with their new badge. Multiple retirements are planned for the first part of 2019 and… Read More
February 7, 2019 CommunityWest Pierce Fire & Rescue Hosts February Food Drive
West Pierce Fire & Rescue is hosting a food drive benefitting the Emergency Food Network during the month of February. Donations may be dropped off at any of our three collection sites during business hours, Monday through Friday… Read More
January 31, 2019 CommunityTwo New Engines Put in Place at West Pierce Fire & Rescue
Within the last month, two new fire engines were put into service following a “push back ceremony”. Historically, when a new piece of apparatus is added to the fleet, it is customary to bless the vehicle,… Read More
January 18, 2019 CommunityThree Life Saving Awards Presented After Performing CPR
At Tuesday evening’s Board of Fire Commissioners meeting, West Pierce Fire & Rescue had the pleasure of awarding three community members with Life Saving awards for their selfless acts in saving a man’s life following a… Read More
January 16, 2019 CommunityPrepare in a Year: December – Home Hazard Hunt
The holidays are upon us. That means cooler temperatures, festive holiday decorations, and the need to save money for just the right gift for that special someone. It is also the perfect time to stay indoors… Read More
December 3, 2018 CERT