Day Island Residents Battle Rising Tides
On Tuesday morning, residents on Day Island in University Place found many of their homes with water inside due to the king tides rising from Puget Sound. Fortunately, there were no injuries or rescues necessary. West… Read More
December 27, 2022 CommunityWhat To Do When Calling 9-1-1 From A Lake In Lakewood
West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) is ready to respond to emergencies on the water each and every day. One of the common problems encountered when responding to these types of emergencies is trying to get… Read More
July 20, 2022 CommunityWater Safety Tips for Summer
Summer is here and while the sun it out, the water is cold. Water safety is incredibly important, especially this time of year. Wear a life jacket. Be sure it is Coast Guard approved (indicated on… Read More
June 27, 2022 IncidentsFour Firefighters Complete Rescue Swimmer Training
Last week, four West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) firefighters successfully completed their Rapid Entry Rescue Swimmer training. Instructed by retired WPFR personnel who developed this program, the course is designed to give first responders the… Read More
June 2, 2022 Water RescueReminders for Warmer Weather
As people head outside to enjoy the springtime weather, West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) would like to remind the community about safety precautions they can take. As the daylight sticks around further into the evening… Read More
March 15, 2021 CommunityWest Pierce Fire & Rescue Recognize Residents with Life Saving Award
On October 19, West Pierce Fire & Rescue was dispatched to a water rescue on Puget Sound, near Day Island. The gentleman in need of help was rescued by crews on Fireboat Endeavor. He was transported… Read More
November 20, 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 CommunityPassenger Train Derails Near Steilacoom
At approximately 2:30 p.m. Sunday, West Pierce Fire & Rescue responded to reports of a train derailment at Chambers Bay. An Amtrak Cascade Train, four cars derailed at Bridge 13 in Steilacoom at Chambers Bay Marina… Read More
July 2, 2017 IncidentsWest Pierce Divers Find Stolen Truck in American Lake
On Friday morning, West Pierce Fire & Rescue divers were conducting routine training where they came across a full sized truck at the bottom of the American Lake. After confirming there wasn’t anyone inside, they notified… Read More
June 30, 2017 CommunityLake Addressing Program
West Pierce Fire & Rescue is ready to respond to emergencies on the water each and every day. This may include anything from people in distress to boat and structure fires on or near the water. Read More
June 20, 2016 Community