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Two emergency responders wheel a stretcher toward an ambulance. An infographic highlights September Call Volume: 1,305 calls—84% EMS, 13% fire, 3% other—averaging 42.1 emergency calls per day.

September Call Volume


In September, we responded to 1,305 calls for service, an average of 42.1 emergency calls each day. Emergency medical aid calls continue to account for the majority of calls at 84%

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One year later, a happy reunion takes place as two adults and two children pose in front of a red fire truck inside a fire station. One adult is in uniform, while one child proudly holds a toy fire helmet.

A Happy Reunion One Year Later!


One year ago, Engine 338 and Aid 331 responded to an unforgettable call along Highway 167. A mother en route to the hospital found herself welcoming her baby boy sooner than expected. Our crews were…

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Save the Date! Scout Night at the Fire Station


VRFA is excited to once again be hosting Scout Night at the Fire Station. Please join us on Wednesday, October 29th from 5:30 -8:30 PM at Station 33 in Lakeland Hills (500 182nd Ave E, Auburn, WA)…

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Celebrating Captain Reed Astley’s Career and Retirement


Join us in celebrating Captain Reed Astley as he embarks on his well-deserved retirement from the Valley Regional Fire Authority! Reed started his journey with the legacy Auburn Fire Department (now…

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Deputy Fire Marshal Matt Harrington of the Valley Regional Fire Authority stands in a navy blue uniform before an American flag, looking at the camera with a neutral expression.

The Valley Regional Fire Authority Announces the Retirement of Deputy Fire Marshal Matt Harrington


The Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) proudly announces the retirement of Deputy Fire Marshal Matt Harrington, who has dedicated over two decades of exemplary service to our community since…

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Celebrating a Dedicated Career: Retirement of Deputy Fire Chief Rick Olson


As we reflect on the retirement of Deputy Fire Chief Rick Olson, we feel a mix of emotions and gratitude for his years of dedicated service and sadness at losing a remarkable leader. Chief Olson has…

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Stage 1 burn ban in effect June 30, announced by King County Fire Chiefs Association and Valley Regional Fire Authority; background shows a grassy field with fire trucks.

King County Fire Marshal’s Issue Stage 1 (Restrictions) Burn Ban


KING COUNTY, Wash. – Effective Monday, June 30, 2025, at 12:01 a.m., the King County Fire Chief’s Association, King County Fire Marshals Association, and the King County Fire Marshal are implementing…

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Two uniformed Valley Regional Fire Authority officers stand outside, one pointing at a wooden lattice structure while the other holds a tablet; houses and trees are visible in the background.

Free Home Wildfire Assessments


The VRFA is now offering free Home Wildfire Assessments. Simply request an assessment through our Make A Request feature on the website, or by phone.  In approximately one hour, VRFA staff will…

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VRFA to enhance encryption to radios in early 2026 to protect the public’s sensitive and private health information.


Valley Regional Fire Authority will keep main dispatch channels open, but will enhance encryption on radio channels used for tactical communications and sharing sensitive and private health…

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VRFA Civil Service Agenda for a special meeting on June 5, 2025, details the location, agenda items, and audience participation instructions for the Valley Regional Fire Authority.

VRFA Special Meeting Civil Service Agenda – June 5th


VRFA Civil Service Agenda Special Meeting Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/96641096909 Meeting ID: 966 4109 6909

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