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August 14, 2024

Aspiring firefighters, EMTs, and Medics Interview Prep Workshop

There are many steps in the process of securing a career in Fire/EMS. Interviewing is a very important aspect of this process and can be intimidating to many individuals. King County Fire & EMS…

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Emergency Evacuation Steps: Level 1 -

August 1, 2024

Emergency Evacuation Steps

Would you know what to do if a "Level 3" evacuation was called for the area where you live or work? The "Ready, Set, Go!" evacuation campaign is intended to standardize and simplify evacuation…

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July 11, 2024

Prepare for wildfire season – week 6

A fire on the ground can quickly spread to trees through ladder fuels or brush underneath the trees. Low-hanging branches can ignite and spread the fire to the tree crowns, igniting other trees in…

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July 1, 2024

Prepare for wildfire season – week 5

Brush, dry leaves, flammable grasses, and flammable plants close to your home can catch fire and spread that fire to your home. Be sure to clear brush and leaves in the immediate home ignition zone,…

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June 27, 2024

Prepare for wildfire season – week 4

Prepare for wildfire season by making your home less vulnerable to flying embers. Flying embers can penetrate your home through vent openings, where they can smolder and catch fire. Installing fine…

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June 26, 2024

Prepare for wildfire season – Week 3

Wildfire Home Project of the Week-Home Hardening! Hardening your home helps defend your property against dangerous embers spread by wildfire. Taking the necessary measures to harden and prepare your…

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June 4, 2024

Valley Regional Fire Authority Achieves Prestigious KultureCity® Certification, Furthering Commitment to Inclusivity

The Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) is proud to announce that we are the first fire service agency in Washington State to achieve the prestigious KultureCity® Sensory Inclusive™ First Responder…

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May 28, 2024

Prepare for Wildfire Season – Week 2

Prepare your deck for wildfire season. Protect your home and property from wildfire by creating defensible space and ensuring that all combustible materials are removed from on and under your deck…

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May 23, 2024

Prepare for Wildfire Season – Week 1

Easily lifted by the wind, dry leaves, pine needles, and other debris can scatter all around the yard. Debris can accumulate at the base of buildings and on the roof, especially in rain gutters. This…

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Firefighters rescue one person from a residential fire as seen from the open back of a fire truck.

April 10, 2024

Firefighters rescue one person and two cats in Friday afternoon fire

Just before 2 p.m. on Friday, April 5, firefighters responded to a report of a residential fire in the 2100 block of K St NE in Auburn. When fire crews arrived, the home was fully engulfed. Crews…

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