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Dates set for “Scouts at the Fire Station” events


VRFA and Puget Sound Fire Authority are teaming up to provide two opportunities for scouting and adventure groups to visit the fire station: Saturday, October 21, Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority…

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Administrative offices of the Valley Regional Fire Authority will be closed for Labor Day.

VRFA Administrative Offices Closed Monday, September 4 for Labor Day


The VRFA Administrative Offices will be closed on Monday, September 4, in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, September 5. Our fire stations will be fully staffed, and firefighters…

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Stage 2 Complete Burn Ban Issued in King County


A Stage 2 Complete Burn Ban has been issued. In response to the warmer weather, decreased fuel moisture, and increased fire risk, the King County Fire Chiefs, King County Fire Marshals, and…

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Emergency evacuation steps are crucial in ensuring the safety of individuals during emergencies. These steps are designed to be efficient and effective in providing a quick and organized evacuation process. In times of emergencies such as fires,

Ready, Set, Go! Emergency Evacuation Campaign Launched


We are joining forces with fire and life safety agencies across King, Pierce, Snohomish, and Thurston counties to launch the "Ready, Set, Go!" Evacuation Campaign. The purpose of this campaign is to…

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VRFA Staff Return from McEwan Fire Deployment


All VRFA staff deployed to the McEwan Fire in Shelton have returned safely! Tender 334 deployed as part of a strike team and tackled four wildfires in ten days, traveling over 1,400 miles. Brush 334…

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Administrative Offices Closed on the July 4th


Our Administrative Offices will be closed tomorrow in observance of the 4th of July holiday. We will reopen Wednesday morning. Our fire stations are fully staffed, and firefighters are ready to…

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Fire Marshal David Casselman Retires


Fire Marshal David Casselman retires with 29 years of service to Algona, Auburn, and Pacific communities. Hired in 1994, Dave had not planned on working in the fire service.  He was pursuing a career…

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Administrative Assistant Julie Slevin Retires


Administrative Assistant Julie Slevin is retiring after sixteen years with the Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA).  Known for her quick wit, kind heart, and myriad of skills, Julie will be……

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Administrative Offices Closed on June 19 in observance of Juneteenth


Our administrative offices will be closed on Monday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. We will reopen Tuesday, June 20. Our fire stations are staffed every day of the year, and firefighters are…

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A flyer for fireworks in the city of Agonia, featuring special appearances by Valley Regional Fire Authority firefighters.

Know your city’s fireworks regulations


The 4th of July celebrations are coming up soon, and each of the three cities in our service area has different rules and regulations around fireworks. In Algona, the discharge of all fireworks is…

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