VRFA BLOG

Read about current VRFA events, incidents and announcements.

Code prohibiting use of grills and BBQs on patios and decks reversed

Update! On March 15, the State Building Code Council held an emergency meeting, reversing the fire code that prohibits the use of grills and BBQs on patios and decks of apartments and condos.  Before you fire up your grill, the King County Fire…

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VRFA Responds to 1,146 calls in February

During the month of February, VRFA crews responded to 1, 146 calls for service, which is an average of 39.5 calls each day. Over 85% of those calls were for medical aid.

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Future Women in EMS and Fire Workshop Poster.

Future Women in Fire and EMS Workshop

Attention KIng County women! Come join King County EMS and host agency Shoreline, along with 12 other King County agencies, as we immerse you in a weekend of hands-on Fire and EMS activities and provide you an opportunity to explore a career in the…

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Looking to improve your interview skills? Join us for a workshop led by experts from King County EMS. This session is designed to help participants succeed in interviews. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your interviewing

King County EMS DEI Network Offers Interview Prep Workshop

There are many steps in the process of securing a career in Fire/EMS. Interviewing is essential to this process and can be intimidating to many individuals. King County Fire & EMS agencies invite you to a free session aimed at improving…

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Vrfa administrative offices closed Presidents Day.

Administrative Offices Closed on Presidents Day

Our administrative offices are closed on Monday, February 19, 2024, in observance of Presidents Day. VRFA fire stations remain fully staffed with firefighters ready to answer the call if you need them.

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VRFA Welcomes Eight New Firefighters

We are proud of our eight newest probationary firefighters who graduated on January 17 from the South King County Fire Training Consortium. Please join us in congratulating John Abercrombie, Codee Allen, Jonathan Cookston, Anthony Hefferman, Iosefo…

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