Prepare in a Year: September – Fire Safety
When it comes to fire, be smart! Below are simple steps to take to keep your home and family safe. Fire Hazards Take a few minutes this month to do a fire hazard hunt. Did you… Read More
September 7, 2018 CERT9/11 Remembrance Ceremonies Scheduled for UP and Lakewood
West Pierce Fire & Rescue would like to invite the public to join in remembering those lost on September 11, 2001. Two remembrance ceremonies will be held and include remarks from local leaders; one in partnership… Read More
September 1, 2018 CommunityWest Pierce Requests Communities’ Participation in Strategic Planning Survey
West Pierce Fire & Rescue is currently in the middle of the Strategic Planning process and wants your input! If you live or work in University Place, Lakewood or Steilacoom, please consider taking our survey by… Read More
August 15, 2018 CommunityWest Pierce Fire & Rescue Responds to Ketron Island Plane Crash
At approximately 8:45 p.m., West Pierce Fire & Rescue responded to reports of a plane crash on Ketron Island from the Steilacoom ferry dock. Crews located the plane crash and subsequent brush fire at the south… Read More
August 11, 2018 FireEntry-level Firefighter/Paramedic Testing Process Now Open
West Pierce Fire & Rescue is now testing for Entry-level Firefighter/Paramedic. It is anticipated a minimum of four (4) positions will be filled in 2019. The application period will be open from Monday,… Read More
August 6, 2018 CommunityPrepare in a Year: August – Under the Bed Items
Disasters usually strike when you least expect them. Earthquakes and natural disasters do not wait for everyone to wake up in the morning; they can just as easily occur in the middle of the night. Imagine… Read More
August 4, 2018 CERTWest Pierce Fire & Rescue Completes 2nd Annual Youth Academy
During the last weekend of July, West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) hosted its second annual Youth Academy program. WPFR found this to be a great recruitment opportunity within the community and this year, 24 local… Read More
August 3, 2018 ClassesTwo West Pierce Fire & Rescue Employees Presented Merit Awards
On Tuesday, July 17 at the West Pierce Fire & Rescue Board of Commissioners meeting, two WPFR employees were presented with Merit Awards for their heroic actions while off-duty and on vacation. Firefighter Shawn Lamb and… Read More
July 18, 2018 CommunityArson Fire at Macau Casino Saved by Sprinkler System
On Monday, July 9th at approximately 7:05 p.m., West Pierce Fire & Rescue responded to reports of a structure fire at the Macau Casino, located at 9811 South Tacoma Way in Lakewood. Reports came in as… Read More
July 10, 2018 CommunityPrepare in a Year: July – Utility Management
With the nice weather, it is a great time to get outside and become familiar with the location of your gas meter. Knowing the location of your gas meter and how to turn it off is… Read More
July 5, 2018 CERT