Valley Regional Fire Authority provides rescue services in emergency situations, acting swiftly since fire is fast. It takes only minutes for thick black smoke to fill your home.

Happy 100th Anniversary Fire Prevention Week!


This week we are celebrating the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week™ (FPW). This year’s FPW campaign, “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape™” works to educate everyone about simple but important…

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NOTICE OF SPECIAL FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING


NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Valley Regional Fire Authority Finance Committee will conduct a Special Meeting on Tuesday, October 4, 2022, beginning at 5:00 p.m. The purpose of the Special Meeting…

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Firefighters and rescue teams from Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) train scouts at the fire station and demonstrate various rescue techniques.

Scouts at the Fire Station – dates set for two events


Scout Night at the Fire Station is back with now two opportunities for scouts to attend!  Saturday, Nov. 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Puget Sound Fire Authority will host at Station 74, and Wednesday,…

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Phase ii burn ban in effect by the Fire Department.

King County Fire Chiefs Issue Stage Two Fire Safety Burn Ban


Effective Friday, September 9th, the King County Fire Chiefs have issued a ‘Stage 2’ Fire Safety Burn Ban which prohibits recreational fires until further notice. This means all outdoor fires,…

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Meeting time change for the firefighter service.

VRFA Board of Governance Meeting Time Change


VRFA Board of Governance meetings will now start at 5:15 pm, every 2nd Tuesday of the month. The meetings are open to all and can be attended in-person or virtually. You can find the meeting link on…

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A flyer for the cooling center featuring fire department assistance.

Cooling Center Opens in Auburn July 26-28


If you or someone you know needs a cool place to shelter away from the extreme heat this week, the City of Auburn is hosting a cooling center from 10 am - 5 pm at the Senior Activity Center, 808 9th…

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A man in a Valley Regional Fire Authority firefighter uniform standing in front of an american flag, representing the dedication and service of the Fire Department.

His career defined by selfless service, VRFA Battalion Chief Pete Connell retires


Selfless service is defined as putting the welfare of the organization, community, and your subordinates before your own; serving by doing your duty loyally without thought of recognition or gain.…

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A phone with a message that reads, main phone lines down please use avrvr email to reach our administrative offices at Valley Regional Fire Authority.

Administrative Office Phones Experiencing Technical Issues


Update: We have resolved our phone issue. Our main phone lines are down. If you need to contact our Administrative Offices, please use the AsktheVRFA@vrfa.org email. 9-1-1 is working. Please only…

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The Valley Regional Fire Authority and the Fire Department have declared Algona fireworks illegal in the city of Auburn and Pacific to ensure the safety of residents.

Fireworks


We are less than one week away from the 4th of July. As the holiday approaches, we remind you of the fireworks regulations in the communities we serve. Algona - Discharge of all fireworks is illegal…

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A firefighter in uniform standing in front of an american flag.

Firefighter Vic Kave retires with 30 years of service


After a 30-year career with the Auburn Fire Department and Valley Regional Fire Authority, James (Vic) Kave has decided to retire. Vic grew up in an area of West Virginia where fire departments were…

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