Prepare in a Year: June
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
June 1, 2021 CERTPrepare in a Year: May
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
May 1, 2021 CERTPrepare in a Year: April
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
April 1, 2021 CERTPrepare in a Year: March
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
March 17, 2021 CERTPrepare in a Year
Preparedness is key for any disaster. Are you ready if a disaster were to strike tomorrow? Preparing your home for a disaster or creating a kit may sound overwhelming, but in reality, these tasks can be… Read More
January 19, 2021 CERTWinter & Holiday Safety Tips
Between cold weather and the holiday season, winter can be a dangerous time of year in terms of home fires. According to the US Fire Administration, the top three days of the… Read More
December 9, 2020 CommunityStrengthening Disaster Response Through Partnerships
In early 2020, the West Pierce Emergency Management Coalition (WPEMC) was created. This is a partnership between WPFR and the cities of Lakewood and University Place. The purpose of the partnership is to create cohesive, comprehensive… Read More
November 12, 2020 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 CERTPrepare 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 CERTPrepare in a Year: November – Sheltering
There are different types of sheltering that are appropriate for different types of disasters. Regardless of the type of disaster, the first step is to assess the situation and decide whether it is safe to stay… Read More
November 12, 2018 CERT