State Fire Marshal Charles M. Duffy announced that 19 firefighters have graduated from the Washington State Fire Training Academy in North Bend, Washington. Graduation was held on Sunday, November 6th, 2016, in Snoqualmie, Washington. On August 13, 2016, the 19 firefighter recruits listed below began an 11-week Recruit Academy that meets National Fire Protection Association 1001 and 472 Standards for Firefighter Professional Qualifications at the Firefighter I, Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Levels.
- PUB DATE: 11/8/2016 12:38:24 PM - SOURCE: State Patrol

Smart Power® Systems, a leading manufacturer of hydraulic generators, recently announced that its line of smaller generators (6.2, 8 and 10kW) are now equipped with severe duty marine-grade alternators. These new alternators are designed for the most demanding and robust applications, featuring oversized shaft bearings, P2-grade severe duty capacitors, cast iron end bells, and a marine-grade protective coating applied to the windings and stator.

The alternator oversized bearings provide reduced friction, increased efficiency and dramatically extended life in high vibration mobile applications. Capacitors are now P2-grade (explosion-proof) and constructed of industrial grade materials to far exceed the durability of standard-grade capacitors. Cast iron end bells are used in place of aluminum to secure the bearings, providing additional support strength and rigidity in high shock and vibration environments. The high-temperature thick enamel coating applied to the windings and stator provide a tough oil/water barrier that also protects alternator components from chemical and debris damage.

For more information, contact Smart Power Systems at 231-832-5525 x-248 or e-mail sales@smartpower.com.

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Fire broke out at a Quality Inn hotel in Kent early Tuesday, but no one was injured. Firefighters responded to the hotel, in the 1700 block of West Meeker Street, at about 5:15 a.m. after receiving reports of smoke billowing from the building. Flames and smoke were found coming from an exterior wall.
- PUB DATE: 11/8/2016 6:52:41 AM - SOURCE: KOMO-TV ABC 4 and Radio 1000

The Firewise Communities program, which encourages residents to protect themselves from wildfires, is growing in Yakima County. Six communities will be recognized for their recent efforts as Firewise Communities by the Yakima County Commissioners today. The Firewise program emphasizes fire-resistant home building materials, thinning trees and brush to create defensive space around homes, and safe accessibility for firefighters.
- PUB DATE: 11/8/2016 6:04:10 AM - SOURCE: Yakima Herald-Republic

During the Fire Department annual inspection two years ago, attendees got a dramatic firsthand look at Arlington firefighter-EMTs’ professionalism in action when they rushed to administer Narcan to revive an overdosed heroin addict whose desperate brother brought him to Station 46. “Our first responders saved that person’s life right in front of our eyes,” Fire Chief Bruce Stedman said.
- PUB DATE: 11/8/2016 1:43:56 AM - SOURCE: Arlington Times