VRFA BLOG

Read about current VRFA events, incidents and announcements.

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Firefighters rescue unconscious female from Algona house fire

A woman was found unconscious, and another man needed medical attention following an early morning house fire in Algona.  Firefighters rescued the female from the home's second floor, performed CPR along with King County Paramedics, and transported…

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Letters of Commendation Awarded to Firefighters Fisher and Stivers

Congratulations to Firefighters Fisher and Stivers who recently received a Letter of Commendation for their quick thinking and decisive actions following a serious motor vehicle collision. The two were working on Engine 334 when they were…

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Captain Michael Patterson Recieves Letter of Commendation

A Letter of Commendation has been awarded to Captain Michael Patterson for exemplary performance of duties. This past November, Captain Michael Patterson, and his crew responded to a vehicle vs. pedestrian call. While caring for the young…

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VRFA welcomes eleven new firefighters

We are proud to announce the graduation of our newest recruits from the SKCFTC Fire Academy Class 15! They are spending this week with Community Risk Reduction, where they will become familiar with the Fire Marshal's Office and learn about VRFA's…

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Martin Luther King Jr administrative offices closed Monday, January 16 - Valley Regional Fire Authority

VRFA Administrative Offices Closed 1-16

In observance of the Martin Luther King holiday, VRFA administrative offices will be closed on Monday, January 16.  Firefighter/EMT's will be on-duty, responding to emergency calls.

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Tractor Drawn Aerial now in service

The new Tractor Drawn Aeriel (TDA) is now in service as Ladder 331, responding out of Headquarters Station 31.  A "Push-In" ceremony took place on January 10 with Governance Board members, VRFA staff, and Honor Guard taking part. Later that evening…

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