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Valley Regional Fire Authority Announces Retirement of Fire Chief Brad Thompson
The Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) announces the retirement of Fire Chief Brad Thompson, whose remarkable career in public service spans over 27 years of dedicated service to the Algona, Auburn, and Pacific communities. Chief Thompson began…
Battalion Chief Gary Barker Retires with 34 Years of Service
After more than three decades of service, we celebrate the retirement of Battalion Chief Gary Barker. Barker began his career with the legacy Auburn Fire Department, now VRFA, on October 1, 1992. Before joining Auburn Fire, he volunteered for three…
King County Fire Training Consortium Conducting Live Fire Training May 20 and 21
The King County Fire Training Consortium will be conducting live-fire training near 29th Street NW & B St NW today (May 20) and tomorrow (May 21) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please do not call 9-1-1 if you see smoke coming from this area.
Valley Regional Fire Authority Mourns the Passing of Founding Administrator Eric Robertson
The Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) is deeply saddened to share the passing of Eric Robertson, who served as the agency’s founding Administrator and was instrumental in establishing the VRFA as Washington State’s first Regional Fire……
Celebrating the Mack Award: Honoring Excellence and Camaraderie at VRFA
Each year, the Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) proudly presents the Mack Award to one outstanding member, uniformed or non-uniformed, at each station. This special recognition celebrates the legacy of former VRFA Battalion Chief Bill Mack, who…
Two receive the VRFA’s 2025 Professional Excellence Award
The VRFA Professional Excellence Award honors individuals who make a lasting impact through outstanding support, innovation, and commitment behind the scenes. Whether they are advancing our business operations, providing crucial operational support,…
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