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Six Valley Regional Fire Authority firefighters receiving the 2024 Bill Mack Award are pictured individually in uniform, each standing beside an American flag, with names and station numbers shown below their photos.

2024 Bill Mack Award


The VRFA is proud to announce the 2024 Bill Mack Award winners. These recipients demonstrate camaraderie, respect, kindness, inclusivity, humor, and a positive attitude at work. Station 31 -…

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A woman in a Valley Regional Fire Authority uniform holds a teal tumbler. Text reads “Boyle,” “2024 Professional Excellence,” and the fire department logo appears in the top right corner.

Finance Manager Angie Boyle Awarded Professional Excellence Award


Finance Manager Angie Boyle is the 2024 recipient of the Professional Excellence Award. Angie took on the vital role of project manager for our new financial accounting software deployment to…

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A firefighter in uniform holds a helmet and smiles; text reads “Gustafson 2024 Fire Officer of the Year” with the Valley Regional Fire Authority emblem in the top right corner.

VRFA Fire Officer of the Year – Captain Jordan Gustafson


Congratulations to Captain Jordan Gustafson for being named 2024 Fire Officer of the Year! Captain Jordan Gustafson has earned the title of Fire Officer of the Year for his exemplary leadership and…

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VRFA Firefighter of the Year – Cory Wallace


Cory Wallace has been named Firefighter of the Year for his unwavering commitment to mentorship and community service. Firefighter Wallace's professionalism, patience, and dedication have made a…

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The VRFA Seeks Qualified Photographer for Website Photo Project


The Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) is requesting Requests for Qualifications (RFQ) from qualified individuals and/or firms for professional photography services to acquire high-quality photos…

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Promotional flyer for King County Diversity and Recruitment Workshop, May 10, 2025, at Green River College, featuring images of Valley Regional Fire Authority firefighters and a QR code for registration.

Diversity and Recruitment Workshop at Green River College


Fire departments across King County are looking for future firefighters and are expanding recruitment efforts to provide applicants with useful information on navigating the hiring process. Mentors…

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Future Women in Fire and EMS


King County Women: Come join King County EMS and host agency Bellevue FD along with over 13 other King County agencies as we immerse you in a weekend of hands on Fire and EMS activities and provide…

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Valley Regional Fire Authority firefighters in winter gear respond to a car accident in snowy conditions; a call volume summary graphic shows 1,237 calls in February, mostly EMS.

February Call Volume


In February, we responded to 1,237 calls for service, an average of 44.1 calls per day. Emergency medical aid calls continue to account for most of our calls at 84%.

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A Valley Regional Fire Authority firefighter sprays water on a smoking pile of debris outdoors; an overlay displays January's 1,414 calls, mostly EMS, with 13% fire and 3% other emergencies.

January 2025 Call Volume


In January, we responded to 1,414 calls for service, an average of 45.6 calls per day. Emergency medical aid calls continue to account for most of our calls at 85%. 🚒🚨🚑

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Future Women in EMS & Fire Workshop


Attention King County women! Come join King County EMS and host agency Bellevue, along with over 12 other King County agencies, as we immerse you in a weekend of hands-on Fire and EMS activities and…

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