VRFA responds to 1,255 calls in March
In March, VRFA crews responded to 1,255 calls for service. That's an average of 40.5 calls each day. Medical aid calls account for over 85% of our monthly calls.
Code prohibiting use of grills and BBQs on patios and decks reversed
Update! On March 15, the State Building Code Council held an emergency meeting, reversing the fire code that prohibits the use of grills and BBQs on patios and decks of apartments and condos. Before…
VRFA Responds to 1,146 calls in February
During the month of February, VRFA crews responded to 1, 146 calls for service, which is an average of 39.5 calls each day. Over 85% of those calls were for medical aid.
Future Women in Fire and EMS Workshop
Attention KIng County women! Come join King County EMS and host agency Shoreline, along with 12 other King County agencies, as we immerse you in a weekend of hands-on Fire and EMS activities and…
King County EMS DEI Network Offers Interview Prep Workshop
There are many steps in the process of securing a career in Fire/EMS. Interviewing is essential to this process and can be intimidating to many individuals. King County Fire & EMS agencies invite…
Administrative Offices Closed on Presidents Day
Our administrative offices are closed on Monday, February 19, 2024, in observance of Presidents Day. VRFA fire stations remain fully staffed with firefighters ready to answer the call if you need…
VRFA Welcomes Eight New Firefighters
We are proud of our eight newest probationary firefighters who graduated on January 17 from the South King County Fire Training Consortium. Please join us in congratulating John Abercrombie, Codee…
2023 Call Volume
In 2023, we responded to 15,860 calls for service. That is an average of 43.5 calls per day. 2023 Call Breakdown: 83% emergency medical calls 15% fire related calls 2% other
Administrative Offices Closed Christmas and New Year’s Day
VRFA Administrative offices will be closed on December 25, 2023, and January 1, 2024. Emergency services will continue to be available by dialing 9-1-1. Happy Holidays!
Captain Bill Austin Retires
VRFA Fire Captain Bill Austin has spent most of his life responding to emergencies. And, although he is looking forward to retirement, he admits it will be an adjustment. “This is something I’ve…