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…
Firefighter Kyle Fisher Retires
Firefighter Kyle Fisher first stepped into a fire station in 1990. He was looking for philanthropic work and decided to serve as a volunteer firefighter. After five years as a volunteer, Kyle was…
Administrative Offices Closed for Thanksgiving
Our Administrative offices will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on November 23 and 24. We will reopen for business on Monday, November 27. Our fire stations remain open and fully staffed over…
Annual Toys for Kids Drive Begins
The annual "Toys for Kids" campaign has begun! Off-duty firefighters, VRFA staff, and their families will be at the Auburn Fred Meyer store beginning Sunday,11/26, collecting toys and donations for…
There’s still time to register for Scout Night at the Fire Station 11/15
There is still time to register for Scout Night at the Fire Station, Nov. 15, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Fire Station 33 in Lakeland Hills, 500 182nd Ave. E., Auburn, WA 98092. The event is open to all…
Smoke Warning – October 4
We are conducting a training exercise today, October 4, that will cause smoke in the area of 2900 C Street SW in Auburn between 1:30 - 4 p.m. Please do not call 9-1-1 if you see smoke in this area.
Proposition 1 Informational Meetings Scheduled
VRFA staff will be hosting three informational meetings regarding the November 7, Proposition 1 ballot measure. The first will be held Oct. 7 at Station 38 in Pacific, 133 3rd Ave. SE, from 2-4 p.m.…
Dates set for “Scouts at the Fire Station” events
VRFA and Puget Sound Fire Authority are teaming up to provide two opportunities for scouting and adventure groups to visit the fire station: Saturday, October 21, Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority…