The Clarksville Fire Department is ramping up its attention to fitness through a recently implemented program that uses simulated work situations to help firefighters improve health. The project has been among the first from from Maj. Jeff Spainhour, who has been the department’s training coordinator since December.
- PUB DATE: 10/12/2021 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: News and Tribune

Some of Spokane's local fire departments are expecting to lose dozens of firefighters due to the state's vaccination mandate. But the Spokane Valley Fire department is not losing a single firefighter. The department has 176 uniformed personnel who fall under the state's mandate. According to Fire Chief Bryan Collins, 88% are fully vaccinated and the remaining 12%, or 22 people, are approved for exemption.
- PUB DATE: 10/12/2021 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KREM-TV CBS 2 Spokane

The Pierce County Sheriff’s Department (PCSD) is investigating a possible arson following a fire Monday night at the Islamic Center of Tacoma. West Pierce Fire and Rescue responded just after 8 p.m. to the center, located on the 2000 block of Bridgeport Way in University Place, and found fire coming from the roof and attic area of the building.
- PUB DATE: 10/12/2021 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KING-TV NBC 5 Seattle

Burnsville Fire Department is hosting an open house to say goodbye to a fire station, reports Patch.com.

The fire department is moving to a new 44,000-square foot fire station in November. The new building is estimated to cost $18.6 million. Features include living units with bathrooms, noise-insulating walls, a selective alarm system to wake only those who are needed, and more. It will also feature 10 apparatus bays, training areas and administrative spaces.

The existing fire station is expected to remain operational.

An East Keansburg Fire Co. fire engine was damaged after crashing into a guardrail, reports Monmouth Daily Voice.

No one was hurt in the accident but the fire truck reportedly sustained damage.