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Two residential building fires within hours in Seattle’s South Lake Union and Capitol Hill neighborhoods

SEATTLE – At 11:20 a.m. on April 3, 2026, the Seattle Fire Department’s Fire Alarm Center received notice of an automatic fire alarm and 911 calls reporting smoke coming from a high-rise building in the 400 block of 9th Ave. N. Engine 2 arrived first at the scene and confirmed… [ Keep reading ]

Refresh and protect: essential spring cleaning tips

As we welcome in the beauty and hope of spring, we are highlighting the importance of smart cleaning and organizing to keep you and your household safe for all seasons. The National Fire Protection Association offers the following safety tips to help jump start your spring cleaning. Properly use and… [ Keep reading ]

Hydrant inspections – and what to do if you experience temporarily discolored water 

The 19,000 fire hydrants located within the City of Seattle are maintained and repaired by Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), and are inspected by the Seattle Fire Department (SFD). Firefighters inspect all fire hydrants across the City on an annual basis to ensure they are working properly and will provide sufficient water when needed for fighting a… [ Keep reading ]

Crews battle fatal housefire in Central District

SEATTLE – At 5:22 p.m. on March 26, Seattle Fire Department’s Fire Alarm Center received 911 calls reporting a fire in a home in the 700 block of 20th Ave. in Seattle’s Central District. The first firefighters who arrived on scene reported black smoke coming from the home. Firefighters quickly… [ Keep reading ]

Natural gas leak prompts evacuations in Leschi neighborhood

SEATTLE – At 10:42 a.m., The Seattle Fire Department’s Fire Alarm Center received a 911 call reporting a broken natural gas line in the 3000 block of S. Jackson St. Crews arrived on scene and began investigating. The gas line supplied a single-family residence. The home was evacuated. Natural gas… [ Keep reading ]

February 2026 Promotional Ceremony

SEATTLE – Fire Chief Harold Scoggins held a promotional ceremony on Feb. 25 at Fire Station 10 to promote seven Seattle Fire members to new ranks in the department. Congratulations to all as they step into new leadership roles. Professional staff new hires: Lieutenant promotions: Captain promotions: King County Fire Chiefs… [ Keep reading ]

Natural gas fire in the Queen Anne neighborhood

Seattle — At 9 a.m., the Seattle Fire Department’s Fire Alarm Center received 911 calls reporting an aerial lift platform made contact with power lines resulting in a fire in the 1200 block of Queen Anne Ave. N. When firefighters arrived on scene, they reported a fire involving the base… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Seahawks World Champions Parade to be Held on Wednesday, February 11 

SEATTLE, WA (February 9, 2026) – The City of Seattle, the Seattle Sports Commission, and the Seattle Seahawks invite all fans to the Seahawks World Champions Parade on Wednesday, February 11. The parade is presented by Bud Light, Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, and T-Mobile as partners of the Seattle Seahawks, and produced by Seafair…. [ Keep reading ]

2-alarm apartment fire in Beacon Hill neighborhood injures a resident, firefighter and displaces other residents

SEATTLE, Wash. – At 11:58 a.m. on Jan. 11, 2026, the Seattle Fire Department’s Fire Alarm Center received a 911 call reporting a fire in an apartment building in the 1700 block of 13th Ave. (in the Capitol Hill neighborhood). At 12:01 p.m., crews arrived on scene and reported no… [ Keep reading ]

3-alarm fire displaces residents in the Leschi neighborhood

Seattle — At 7:38 p.m., the Seattle Fire Department’s Fire Alarm Center received 911 calls reporting an exterior fire on the back deck of a two-story house in the 500 block of 34th Ave. in the Leschi neighborhood. Engine 6 arrived first on scene and reported significant flames coming from… [ Keep reading ]