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Read about current VRFA events, incidents and announcements.

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Honoring Lynda Osborn: Celebrating a Legacy of Service and Leadership at VRFA

Join us in recognizing Board of Governance Member and City of Algona Councilmember Lynda Osborn, whose leadership and dedication have shaped the Valley Regional Fire Authority since day one. Serving on the Board of Governance since 2007, Lynda’s…

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A flooded road with streetlights and vehicles partially submerged, viewed from inside an emergency response vehicle on a rainy day, highlights the urgent need for disaster assistance as local Disaster Assistance Centers open to support the affected community.

Disaster Assistance Centers Open Jan. 2-5

King County Office of Emergency Management, along with Washington State Emergency Management Division (WAEMD), will be opening Disaster Assistance Centers (DACs) this weekend (January 2-5) in both the north and south county areas (those most…

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A uniformed fire department officer stands in front of a U.S. flag, facing the camera with a neutral expression, marking Battalion Chief retirement and honoring years of dedicated service.

Battalion Chief Kevin Morehart retires after 31 years of dedicated service

Kevin Morehart began his fire service career in April 1994 with the Auburn Fire Department, now the Valley Regional Fire Authority, after working as a social worker and pawnbroker. Initially drawn to law enforcement, Morehart found his passion…

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Floodwater covers the ground in a wooded area near Auburn and Algona, with trees, power lines, and scattered fallen leaves on the grass—stay alert for Emergency Flood Information.

Emergency Flood Information Links for Algona, Auburn and Pacific

Due to the current flooding situation and continuing weather event, emergency information is being shared by the cities of Algona, Auburn and Pacific.  Please use the links below for detailed information for your city. City of Algona Website:…

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Meeting Date Change: The November board governance meeting will now be held on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 5:00 PM, 1101 D Street NE, Auburn, WA, or virtually; issued by Valley Regional Fire Authority.

Notice- Meeting Date Change

In observance of the Veterans Day holiday on November 11th, the VRFA’s November Board of Governance meeting will be rescheduled to Wednesday, November 12th, beginning at 5:00 PM at VRFA Station 31.

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Notice: A Special Board of Governance Meeting will be held on October 28, 2025, at 5:00 PM in Auburn, WA, or virtually. The agenda includes budget info and contact details.

Notice-Special Board of Governance Meeting

NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF 2025 PRELIMINARY BUDGETS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Valley Regional Fire Authority preliminary budgets have been filed with the Authority Clerk and will be available as of Friday,  October 24, 2025, for public…

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