Change Your Clocks, Check Your Alarm
What better way to use that extra hour you have this weekend than to check your smoke alarms? Over the years, the message has morphed from “change your clocks, change your battery.” Since many smoke alarms… Read More
October 29, 2020 CommunityHow West Pierce Fire & Rescue Assists Neighbors in Need
When wildfires strike, whether in Washington State or in other parts of the country, it is not uncommon to be asked the question, “is West Pierce sending firefighters to help?” Typically, the initial reply is “no,”… Read More
October 26, 2020 CommunityFall Safety Day Event Turns into a Drive Through
West Pierce Fire & Rescue will host their 24th annual Fall Safety Day event on Saturday, October 24th from 10am – 1pm, just as in years past. The only difference is this will be a drive… Read More
October 15, 2020 CommunitySmoke Alarms Save Local Residents
Smoke alarms alert residences to smoke in their home, giving residents precious seconds when they matter most. That is why WPFR continually seeks out grant funding to continue its smoke alarm program. This program has thrived… Read More
October 13, 2020 CommunitySmoke Alarm Program Available to Lakewood and University Place Residents
It has proven itself repeatedly: working smoke alarms save lives. Smoke alarms alert sleeping occupants to the possibility of a fire or smoke in the home. West Pierce Fire & Rescue wants to remind residents that… Read More
October 5, 2020 CommunityMobile COVID-19 Testing in Lakewood and University Place
Two mobile COVID-19 testing trailers are scheduled in Lakewood and University Place. The first will be on Wednesday, July 29 at West Pierce Fire & Rescue Station 21, located at 5000 Steilacoom Blvd SW in Lakewood. Read More
July 23, 2020 CommunityCustom-Fit Life Jackets & Helmets For Sale
It’s a great time for a bike ride or to be out on the water, but do you have a helmet or life jacket that fits? Or do you know that it fits properly? Having one… Read More
July 7, 2020 CommunityCelebrate Safely this July 4
The 4th of July is nearly here 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 to… Read More
June 30, 2020 CommunityWest Pierce Fire & Rescue Welcomes New Firefighters
West Pierce Fire & Rescue is proud to introduce the newest firefighters who are here to serve the communities of Lakewood, University Place and Steilacoom. This class didn’t have a typical fire academy experience, as the… Read More
June 11, 2020 CommunityFire & Life Safety Lessons Now Available Online
West Pierce Fire & Rescue has adapted to COVID-19 in various ways outside of emergency response, including the delivery of elementary school programs. Typically, WPFR teaches in every Kindergarten through 5th grade classroom within the Clover… Read More
May 14, 2020 Community