Prepare in a Year: February
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
February 3, 2023 CommunityWinter & 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 2, 2022 CommunityHoliday Travel Safety Tips
Whether you’re going over the river and through the woods this holiday season, or staying home, here are some safety tips to consider. Heading out of town? 1. Before you go, be sure your… Read More
November 17, 2022 InformationChange Your Clocks & Test Your Smoke Alarms
Wondering what to do with that extra hour we’ll have this weekend during Daylight Savings? Change your clocks and check your smoke alarms! This is a great time to test your smoke alarms and change any… Read More
November 2, 2022 CommunityEnhancing Service Delivery to West Pierce Communities
With 9-1-1 calls for service continuing to increase every year, West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) continues to evolve as an all-hazards response provider. Adaptive approaches in resource deployment to address the demands of increased call… Read More
October 10, 2022 CommunityWest Pierce Fire & Rescue Puts Technical Rescue Rig in Service
West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) recently took ownership of the new Rescue 20 technical rescue apparatus and held a “push-in” ceremony at its home station, Station 20, located on Pacific Highway in Lakewood. The rig… Read More
September 15, 2022 Community988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
You may call, text, or chat 988 to be connected to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (NSPL). It will be confidential, free, and available 24/7/365. Services are available in Spanish, along with interpretation services in over… Read More
September 1, 2022 CommunityWest Pierce CARES Donates 100 Helmets to Caring for Kids
Over the weekend, West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) personnel attended the Caring for Kids Ready to Learn Fair at Harrison Prep in support of their annual back-to-school event. West Pierce CARES, WPFR’s employee-run non-profit… Read More
August 15, 2022 CommunityWildfire Safety Tips
At approximately 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 7, West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) was dispatched to a brush fire at the 10200 block of Earley Avenue SW in Lakewood. Crews arrived to find a fast… Read More
August 8, 2022 FireWindow Fall Prevention
Window falls account for serious injuries among children, especially under the age of seven. According to Seattle Children’s Hospital, most children who fall through windows fall through a screen that was properly installed. Please remember… Read More
August 5, 2022 Information