Hazardous Materials and Fire Response in Lakewood Business
At 6:38 a.m. on Thursday, January 14, West Pierce Fire & Rescue was dispatched to a commercial fire at 2310 104th Street Ct S in Lakewood. Upon arrival, crews found smoke coming from the structure, confirming… Read More
January 14, 2021 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 9, 2020 CommunityWrite a Letter to Santa
Santa is coming to town! However, due to current COVID-19 restrictions, he won’t be able to visit our stations this year. He is looking forward to hearing from each child and told us he… Read More
December 2, 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 CommunityLakewood Resident Recognized with Life Saving Award
On Thursday afternoon, West Pierce Fire & Rescue presented a Lakewood resident with a lifesaving award for his quick actions during a medical aid call. Crews responded to reports of a cardiac arrest, where a woman… Read More
October 30, 2020 CommunityChange 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 Community