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August 14, 2024

Aspiring firefighters, EMTs, and Medics Interview Prep Workshop

There are many steps in the process of securing a career in Fire/EMS. Interviewing is a very important aspect of this process and can be intimidating to many individuals. King County Fire & EMS Agencies invite you to a free session aimed at…

August 1, 2024

Emergency Evacuation Steps

Would you know what to do if a "Level 3" evacuation was called for the area where you live or work? The "Ready, Set, Go!" evacuation campaign is intended to standardize and simplify evacuation messages for the public. 🟩 LEVEL 1 - "Be Ready" Phase:…

July 11, 2024

Prepare for wildfire season – week 6

A fire on the ground can quickly spread to trees through ladder fuels or brush underneath the trees. Low-hanging branches can ignite and spread the fire to the tree crowns, igniting other trees in the canopy and sending embers flying. To help…

July 1, 2024

Prepare for wildfire season – week 5

Brush, dry leaves, flammable grasses, and flammable plants close to your home can catch fire and spread that fire to your home. Be sure to clear brush and leaves in the immediate home ignition zone, zero to five feet around your home. Then, expand…

June 27, 2024

Prepare for wildfire season – week 4

Prepare for wildfire season by making your home less vulnerable to flying embers. Flying embers can penetrate your home through vent openings, where they can smolder and catch fire. Installing fine metal mesh 1/8 of an inch, or 3 mm, will help keep…

June 26, 2024

Prepare for wildfire season – Week 3

Wildfire Home Project of the Week-Home Hardening! Hardening your home helps defend your property against dangerous embers spread by wildfire. Taking the necessary measures to harden and prepare your home now can help increase its likelihood of…

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