Personnel from Central Pierce Fire & Rescue, Graham Fire & Rescue, Orting Valley Fire & Rescue, Bothell Fire Department, and Washington State Department of Natural Resources will be conducting wildfire training in the Crystal Ridge and Wildwood Park communities on Thursday, March 27 ...from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Our objective is to assess the wildland urban interface risk and develop plans for fire response. Community members can expect to see various fire district vehicles and uniformed personnel assessing the green belts, parks, and other forested areas within these communities.
Personnel from Central Pierce Fire & Rescue, Graham Fire & Rescue, Orting Valley Fire & Rescue, Bothell Fire Department, and Washington State Department of Natural Resources will be conducting wildfire training in the Crystal Ridge and Wildwood Park communities on Thursday, March 27 ...from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Our objective is to assess the wildland urban interface risk and develop plans for fire response. Community members can expect to see various fire district vehicles and uniformed personnel assessing the green belts, parks, and other forested areas within these communities.
Severe thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and evening, with potential lightning and isolated showers beforehand. The main hazards expected are:
Thunder and lightning, with Hail, excess of 1” diameter
Wind gusts in excess of 58mph
Isolated, brief ...tornadoes
Tornado risk has slightly increased (5-9%) for areas including JBLM, Elk Plain, Yelm, Rainier, Eatonville, and extending south through Oregon. Learn tornado safety tips here: mil.wa.gov/tornado.
Preparation Tips:
Charge devices and stock up on batteries.
Gather water, non-perishables, and first aid supplies.
Stay indoors during storms.
Bring pets inside.
Check on neighbors to ensure they’re informed.
The most efficient way for us to notify you of an emergency is through the Pierce County Emergency Notification System (PC ALERT). PC ALERT is a FREE service that allows you to sign up and receive emergency notifications through phone calls, text, or email.
Sign up today, by utilizing one of the options below.
Online: https://www.piercecountywa.gov/921/Pierce-County-ALERT
Call: 253-798-6595
Text: “PCALERT” to 888-777
If a big storm hits, you’re prepared. If it doesn’t, you’re still ready for any unexpected natural disaster.
Severe thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and evening, with potential lightning and isolated showers beforehand.
The main hazards expected are:
Thunderstorms with hail, excess of 1" diameter
Wind gusts in excess of 58mph
Isolated, brief ...tornadoes
Tornado risk has slightly increased (5-9%) for areas including JBLM, Elk Plain, Yelm, Rainier, Eatonville, and extending south through Oregon. Learn tornado safety tips here: mil.wa.gov/tornado.
Preparation Tips:
Charge devices and stock up on batteries.
Gather water, non-perishables, and first aid supplies.
Stay indoors during storms.
Bring pets inside.
Check on neighbors to ensure they’re informed.
The most efficient way for us to notify you of an emergency is through the Pierce County Emergency Notification System (PC ALERT). PC ALERT is a FREE service that allows you to sign up and receive emergency notifications through phone calls, text, or email.
Sign up today, by utilizing one of the options below.
Online: https://www.piercecountywa.gov/921/Pierce-County-ALERT
Call: 253-798-6595
Text: "PCALERT" to 888-777
If a big storm hits, you're prepared. If it doesn't, you're still ready for any unexpected natural disaster.
It's never too early to prepare for wildfire season.
Last weekend, fire districts across the county joined forces for a live fire training exercise. This hands-on training provided firefighters with the opportunity to practice wildfire response while also reducing wildfire risks after... a recent timber harvest. The exercise was a collaborative effort involving a private landowner, instructors, students, and firefighters from multiple districts.
Participating agencies included:
Central Pierce Fire & Rescue | Graham Fire & Rescue | Orting Valley Fire & Rescue | Tacoma Fire Department | Riverside Fire & Rescue | Browns Point Fire Department | Valley Regional Fire Authority | Vashon Island Fire & Rescue | East Pierce Fire & Rescue
We recently held a community and first responder blood drive to celebrate and support the launch of our whole blood program. We are deeply grateful to everyone who participated in this incredible cause.
Together, we:
Filled 72 appointment slots
Welcomed 66 registered... donors
Collected 55 units of Whole Blood
Had 44 first-time donors join us
Central Pierce Fire & Rescue, Tacoma Fire Department, MultiCare Health System, and Bloodworks Northwest have partnered to launch the first whole blood program in Pierce County. Learn more about the program by visiting the link in our bio.
Missed the last blood drive? Register to donate at the next one at Station 72 on April 26th! Sign up now using the link in our bio.
We recently held a community and first responder blood drive to celebrate and support the launch of our whole blood program. We are deeply grateful to everyone who participated in this incredible cause.
Together, we:
Filled 72 appointment slots
Welcomed 66 registered ...donors
Collected 55 units of Whole Blood
Had 44 first-time donors join us
Central Pierce Fire & Rescue, Tacoma Fire Department, MultiCare Health System, Bloodworks Northwest have partnered to launch the first whole blood program in Pierce County. Learn more about the program at www.centralpiercefire.org/whole-blood-program/
Missed the last blood drive? Register to donate at the next one at Station 72 on April 26th! Sign up now with the following link. https://donate.bloodworksnw.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/91753
Rest assured, there will be no job losses or fire station closures as part of the proposed merger.
If approved, the proposed merger is anticipated to shorten response times, streamline coordination during emergencies, reduce redundancies, allow for more efficient distribution of ...resources, and result in operational cost savings through economies of scale.
Learn more by visiting the link in our bio.
Rest assured, there will be no job losses or fire station closures as part of the proposed merger.
If approved, the proposed merger is anticipated to shorten response times, streamline coordination during emergencies, reduce redundancies, allow for more efficient distribution of ...resources, and result in operational cost savings through economies of scale.
Learn more at https://www.centralpiercefire.org/fireservicecollaboration/
Come visit us at our Station 40 Open House TODAY from 11AM - 1PM. We can’t wait to see you here!
Parking may be limited, please try and utilize the parking lot at the station or near the park & trailhead.
401 Washington Ave SE
Orting, WA 98360
Your firefighters and paramedics responded to 3,532 emergency calls in February.
Avg. 126.1 calls per day
23% Fire related
77% EMS related
Busiest Station: Station 72 with 874 calls
Busiest Emergency Response Unit: Engine 61 with 304 responses
Did you know that Central Pierce Fire & Rescue exists as it is today because of mergers?
Central Pierce was born of out a merger in 1996 between three smaller fire districts—Fire District 6 (Parkland/Midland), Fire District 7 (Spanaway) and Fire District 9 (Summit/South Hill). In ...2009, the district grew to include the City of Puyallup and North Puyallup communities.
These mergers have proven to provide more efficient and effective services to the communities that now make up Central Pierce Fire & Rescue.
Now, we are asking voters to grow again, this time to include Graham Fire & Rescue and Orting Valley Fire & Rescue. As with our past mergers, only the community members residing within the dissolving fire districts get to vote.
Therefore, Graham and Orting Valley voters decide on the dissolution of their districts to form a single, consolidated fire district with Central Pierce Fire & Rescue. The existing Central Pierce Fire & Rescue district doesn’t vote since Graham Fire & Rescue and Orting Valley Fire & Rescue are merging into it.
Learn more by visiting the link in our bio.
Did you know that Central Pierce Fire & Rescue exists as it is today because of mergers?
Central Pierce was born of out a merger in 1996 between three smaller fire districts—Fire District 6 (Parkland/Midland), Fire District 7 (Spanaway) and Fire District 9 (Summit/South Hill). In ...2009, the district grew to include the City of Puyallup and North Puyallup communities.
These mergers have proven to provide more efficient and effective services to the communities that now make up Central Pierce Fire & Rescue.
Now, we are asking voters to grow again, this time to include Graham Fire & Rescue and Orting Valley Fire & Rescue. As with our past mergers, only the community members residing within the dissolving fire districts get to vote.
Therefore, Graham and Orting Valley voters decide on the dissolution of their districts to form a single, consolidated fire district with Central Pierce Fire & Rescue. The existing Central Pierce Fire & Rescue district doesn’t vote since Graham Fire & Rescue and Orting Valley Fire & Rescue are merging into it.
Learn more at https://www.centralpiercefire.org/fireservicecollaboration/
Firefighters and paramedics from Central Pierce Fire & Rescue, Graham Fire & Rescue , and Orting Valley Fire & Rescue respond to an average of 131 emergency calls per day. From medical calls to house fires, we’re here 24/7 to protect lives and save property. Here’s a quick look at a... few of the calls we responded to over the last week:
03/13/25 at 6:55 AM
RV Fire
Crews provided mutual aid to East Pierce Fire & Rescue on a RV fire with possible entrapment in the 8400 block of Pacific Highway East near Fife. Upon arrival, crews quickly assisted in fire suppression and search efforts. Fortunately, the occupant was able to get out and was not injured. The RV was a total loss, displacing one resident.
03/13/25 at 6:22 PM
House Fire
Crews provided mutual aid to South Pierce Fire & Rescue on a house fire in the 3300 block of 359th South in Roy. Upon arrival, crews assisted in a fire attack with SPFR units on an unoccupied home under renovation. Fortunately, no one was home, and no injuries were reported. The Pierce County Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating.
03/14/25 at 2:56 PM
Rollover Vehicle Collision
Crews were dispatched to a reported rollover collision in the 3800 block of 112th St E near Parkland. Upon arrival, crews found two vehicles involved, with one on its side blocking the roadway. The scene and vehicles were secured while occupants were evaluated for injuries. One person was transported to a local hospital.
03/14/25 at 5:33 PM
Rollover Vehicle Collision
Crews were dispatched to a two-vehicle collision in the 11500 block of Meridian Ave in Puyallup. Upon arrival, crews found two vehicles involved, one on its roof blocking the roadway. The scene and vehicles were secured while occupants were evaluated for injuries. One person was transported to a local hospital.
03/16/25 at 7:18 PM
Vehicle Collision with Entrapment
Crews provided mutual aid to South Pierce Fire & Rescue on a two-vehicle collision with entrapment in the 300 block of Eatonville Cutoff Road in Eatonville. Upon arrival, crews found two cars involved with one person trapped. Crews assisted in the mechanical extrication of the trapped occupant who was transported to a local hospital.
03/17/25 at 1:00 AM
Structure Fire
Crews provided mutual aid to South Pierce Fire and Rescue on a house fire with exposure to a travel trailer in the 2800 block of 291st Ave S in Roy. Upon arrival, crews assisted in fire suppression and search efforts. Due to fire progression and damage to the structure, it was deemed no longer safe to operate inside. Crews retracted and continued extinguishment from the exterior. No injuries were reported, but unfortunately, occupants were displaced. The Red Cross is assisting those in need. The Pierce County Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating.
Your fire districts have seen a significant increase in population over the last ten years.
Since 2013, there has been an 18% growth in population across the Central Pierce, Graham, and Orting Valley fire districts, and population is projected to grow another 12% by 2033.
...Together, your fire districts are better positioned to allocate emergency resources to address increased call volume in areas experiencing the most growth.
Learn more by visiting the link in our bio.
Your fire districts have seen a significant increase in population over the last ten years.
Since 2013, there has been an 18% growth in population across the Central Pierce, Graham, and Orting Valley fire districts, and population is projected to grow another 12% by 2033.
...Together, your fire districts are better positioned to allocate emergency resources to address increased call volume in areas experiencing the most growth.
Learn more at https://www.centralpiercefire.org/fireservicecollaboration/