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 – Fire Chief Harold Scoggins held a promotional ceremony on July 24 at the Joint Training Facility (JTF) to promote members to new ranks in the department and to introduce new hires to the department. Congratulations to all as they step into their new leadership roles. New hires: Professional… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle — At 2:43 a.m., the Seattle Fire Department’s Fire Alarm Center received 911 calls reporting a fire in a tiny home village in the 500 block of Elliott Ave. W. in the Lower Queen Anne neighborhood. The first firefighters on scene reported multiple homes were on fire and worked… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle — At 2:38 a.m., the Seattle Fire Department’s Fire Alarm Center received 911 calls reporting a fire at an apartment building under construction in the 3300 block of Claremont Ave. S. in the Columbia City neighborhood. The first units on scene reported flames spreading throughout the entire structure. Causing… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle – Overnight, firefighters battled three major fires in separate areas of the city, two of which were fatal. Belltown fatal apartment building fire: At 2:03 a.m., Seattle Fire Department’s Fire Alarm Center received multiple 911 calls reporting a fire in an apartment building in the 100 block of Vine St…. [ Keep reading ]
At 4:38 p.m., Seattle Fire Department’s Fire Alarm Center received multiple 911 calls reporting a brush fire at 1St Ave. S. & E. Marginal Way S., next to highway 99. The first firefighters on scene reported the brush fire had spread to a nearby RV and several semitrucks with attached trailers that were parked along E. Marginal Way S.
Seattle — At 12:53 a.m., the Seattle Fire Department’s Fire Alarm Center received 911 calls reporting smoke and flames coming from a vacant commercial building in the 2900 block of Eastlake Ave. E. in the Eastlake neighborhood. The first firefighters on scene reported flames through the roof of the building… [ Keep reading ]
SEATTLE – The personal use of fireworks in Seattle and King County is illegal. Even though they are banned, each year fireworks cause fires and injure people in the City and surrounding areas. In 2023, the Seattle Fire Department responded to 58 fireworks-related incidents. Just four years ago in 2020,… [ 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 ]
Last weekend there were two home fires that started in the kitchen. Fortunately there were no injuries but the estimated property loss was over $100,000. Cooking-related fires are the main cause of home fires across the country. According to the US Fire Administration, there were over 178,000 residential building cooking… [ Keep reading ]
