The holiday season is a time for helping one another, and Seattle Fire invites you to be part of that tradition at our annual Toys for Tots collection events. On Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026, firefighters will be collecting new, unused and unwrapped toys, books, games and other gifts at four… [ Keep reading ]
The sacrifice paid by fallen Seattle firefighters was remembered in a public ceremony in Occidental Park this morning. During the Seattle Fire Department ceremony, the names of all 63 Seattle Fire firefighter/EMTs and paramedics who have died from job-related injury or illness were read aloud. The list dates back to… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle – The Seattle Fire and Police departments are remembering the 25th anniversary of 9/11 through various events on Friday, Sept. 11, including a public memorial at Seattle Center. The loss of nearly 3,000 lives at the World Trade Center, Pentagon and in Pennsylvania also took the lives of 343… [ Keep reading ]
The Seattle Fire Department is proposing to add up to three drones to its fleet of emergency response apparatus. The Emergency Response Aerial Technology – or ERAT – would be used in a limited number of fire, medical or rescue responses where having an aerial view would provide greater safety… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle – April 6, 2026 – The Seattle Fire Department has expanded the number of days that its Health One unit is in service. The alternative response unit now operates seven days a week, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Additional funding approved in the 2026 City budget made the… [ Keep reading ]
Each year, the Seattle Fire Department gathers to remember the brave men and women lost in the line of duty in service to our city. Please join Seattle Fire on Friday, Oct. 3 as the department pays tribute to the 55 Seattle Fire members who gave their lives protecting others…. [ Keep reading ]
Since 1977, the Arson Alarm Foundation (AAF) has been in place to fight against arson in Washington state. What began as a grassroots campaign by the insurance industry, fire service and community members has grown into a robust nonprofit dedicated to raising awareness, preventing arson and rewarding those who help… [ Keep reading ]
Join Seattle Fire at our annual Toys for Tots toy drive! We are collecting toys, games, books and other gifts as part of the annual U.S. Marine Corps Reserves’ Toys for Tots drive. Together, we have been helping bring holiday joy to families in need for many years, and we’re… [ Keep reading ]
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing yesterday, July 26, of Dr. Michael K. Copass, a pioneer in emergency medicine and a cherished member of our community. Dr. Copass, 86, dedicated his career to saving lives and advancing the field of emergency medical care, leaving an indelible mark on… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle – July 1, 2024 – Just in time for warmer weather, the Seattle Fire Department is piloting a new program that will speed its response to water rescues. As of July 1, the department is adding two customized SeaDoos to its marine response capabilities. The new units will help… [ Keep reading ]
