Retired Assistant Fire Chief Greg Hull
West Pierce Fire & Rescue is saddened to share the news of retired Lakewood Fire Department Assistant Chief Greg Hull’s passing. His infectious smile and great attitude is forever embedded in the memories of all who… Read More
May 5, 2022 CommunityYouth Firefighting Academy Scheduled for June 25-26
West Pierce Fire & Rescue is hosting the 2022 Youth Academy the weekend of June 25-26, 2022 and are currently accepting applications. This two-day program will teach teens interested in a career in the fire service… Read More
May 2, 2022 ClassesTwo Life Saving Awards Presented to Local Heroes
At the last Board of Fire Commissioners meeting, West Pierce Fire & Rescue recognized not one, but two people with Life Saving Awards. Mark Sawyer was driving and witnessed a significant collision, which resulted in a… Read More
April 20, 2022 CommunityWest Pierce Fire & Rescue Expands Thanks to DSHS Partnership
In the late 1970s, West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) wanted to move from the station on Farwest Drive in Lakewood into a new, larger station; the challenge was finding a place to build. The new… Read More
April 1, 2022 CommunityAmeriCorps Week at West Pierce Fire & Rescue
It’s AmeriCorp Week and West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) has been lucky to have AmeriCorps members serving our community for more than a decade. This year, WPFR is proud to introduce Serena Rotondo, who was… Read More
March 14, 2022 CERTNew Program Helps First Responders When Seconds Matter
Seconds matter during an emergency. First responders answer the calls of the community 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Now there is a better way to help those in need early on. South Sound… Read More
January 18, 2022 CommunityJoin West Pierce Fire & Rescue’s Email List
West Pierce Fire & Rescue has launched its new e-newsletter and ask you to join the mailing list. These periodic emails will include a variety of messages, including upcoming events, safety messages and even emergency alerts. … Read More
November 18, 2021 Community9/11 20th Anniversary Remembrance Ceremonies Scheduled
In honor of the 20th anniversary of September 11, West Pierce Fire & Rescue will hold two public ceremonies in remembrance of the 2,977 victims lost on that date in 2001. Those victims included 343 firefighters, 60… Read More
September 1, 2021 CommunityPulsePoint App Empowers Residents Trained in CPR
An automated external defibrillator (AED) was placed at Fort Steilacoom Park as a tool to save lives in the event of a sudden cardiac arrest incident. Local community partners joined together to place the AED and… Read More
August 27, 2021 CommunityCelebrate Safely this July 4th
The 4th of July is around the corner 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… Read More
June 28, 2021 Community