According to the National Fire Protection Association, from 2014 to 2018, US fire departments responded to an average of 7,600 home fires started by candles per year. These fires cause an annual average of 81 civilian deaths and 677 civilian injuries, as well as $278 million in property damage. During this period, candles… [ Keep reading ]
This evening, we learned that Seattle Fire Deputy Chief Jay Schreckengost was found deceased in the Cliffdell area where the search has been focused. We are incredibly saddened by this news and are all grieving the loss of one of our own. Deputy Chief Schreckengost was a husband, father and friend to all, and our hearts are with his family… [ Keep reading ]
Prepare for potential power outages with the high winds we are experiencing in the Seattle area. Keep in mind that if the power goes out, burning gas, wood or charcoal inside your home will increase your risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It is an invisible, odorless gas that can cause… [ Keep reading ]
Daylight Saving Time comes to an end this weekend (Sunday, November 7 at 2 a.m.) Now is a good time to make sure that your smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms are working by testing them and replacing batteries if needed. Don’t wait until your alarm begins to “chirp” at… [ Keep reading ]
Let’s Talk Cooking! This week we are highlighting the leading cause of home fires: UNATTENDED COOKING. Most home fires start in the kitchen when a person starts cooking and forgets about the food on the stove. It is easy to get distracted by a person, another task, a phone call… [ Keep reading ]
The Seattle Fire Department will train new firefighter recruits at a vacant home in the West Woodland neighborhood on Nov. 2, 3 and 4 at 847 NW 57th St. Live-fire training is an opportunity for our new fire recruits to work with our officers and face real fire scenarios in… [ Keep reading ]
Congratulations to all of the Seattle Fire Department members who have been recognized for their outstanding efforts for 2020. The department recently aired a video recognition ceremony to celebrate the individual and team efforts from last year that earned an annual award. We invite the community to watch the ceremony… [ Keep reading ]
Fall weather in the PNW means many things to a Seattleite: leaves changing from green to gold, daylight savings time, back to school, pumpkin spice everything, and preparing for winter weather, just to name a few. This week for Fire Prevention Month we are highlighting fire risks related to residential heating… [ Keep reading ]
Nov. 9 vaccine verification status update: As of 10 a.m. on Nov. 9, 94% of the Seattle Fire Department’s 1,086 employees are vaccinated. (total does not include employees who are on a long-term leave of absence). Forty-three employees are currently involved in the City’s exemption and accommodation process. Seven employees did not submit… [ Keep reading ]
SEATTLE – On Oct. 14, Seattle firefighters and paramedics assigned to work at Fire Station 31 moved in to their new interim fire station located at 10503 Interlake Ave. N. The interim site was built after City leaders determined the previous permanent station at N. Northgate Way no longer met the fire department’s operational needs. The new permanent site… [ Keep reading ]
