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The objectives of this Division shall be to further enhance the education of all Fire Service Administrative Support by conducting workshops and seminars; to increase the proficiency of Fire Administrative Support by establishing a network sharing of information systems through various channels of communication; and to faciliate a statewide standardization wherever possible in all phases and aspects of the Fire Administrative Support field for the benefit of the Fire Service.

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Seattle Fire Department unveils new rescue watercraft as more people head to the shore

Posted: Jul 2, 2024
Categories: Washington News
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VIDEO: Seattle firefighters are hoping the launch of new rescue equipment will turn back a troubling rise in water deaths. King County has seen elevated drowning numbers over the past four years, with the number of deaths increasing more than 60% since 2018. Now, Seattle firefighters respond to about 70 water rescues a year, according to recent data from the Seattle Fire Department.
- PUB DATE: 7/2/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KCPQ-TV FOX 13 Seattle
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Hillman Fire in Yakima's West Valley destroys 2 homes; evacuation levels lowered

Posted: Jul 2, 2024
Categories: Washington News
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PHOTOS: The Hillman fire in Yakima's West Valley was contained overnight after destroying two homes and a shop on Monday. The fire started around 3:40 p.m. in the 1100 block of Hillman Road. It charred about 150 acres, along with structures and numerous power poles and transformers, according to the West Valley Fire Department.
- PUB DATE: 7/2/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: Yakima Herald-Republic - Metered Site
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South Fork Fire continues to burn southwest of Naches

Posted: Jul 1, 2024
Categories: Washington News
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The Fire US Forest Service is reporting minimal growth for the lightning caused South Fork Fire burning 25 miles southwest of Naches. Fire activity is low and suppression activities were aided by moisture received over the fire area on Saturday, June 29. Due to improved mapping, the fire is estimated to be 27 acres.
- PUB DATE: 7/1/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KIMA-TV CBS/CW+ 29 Yakima
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Child safety alert: 2 recent window falls in Everett highlight urgency

Posted: Jul 1, 2024
Categories: Washington News
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The Everett Fire Department (EFD) has responded to two incidents in the past week, both involving young children falling from third-story windows in their homes, according to a news release. These accidents resulted in significant injuries and both went to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle for medical care.
- PUB DATE: 7/1/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: My Northwest
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Gold Creek Fire in Okanogan County now 70% contained, Level 1 evacuations lifted

Posted: Jun 28, 2024
Categories: Washington News
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Okanogan County Emergency Management has announced the lifting of all evacuation orders for residents affected by the 278-acre Gold Creek Fire. The fire, which started on June 22 and has burned 278 acres, is now 70% contained, with crews actively mopping up the remaining blaze. According to the Northwest Washington Interagency Incident Management Team, as of June 27, firefighters have achieved 70% containment of the fire.
- PUB DATE: 6/28/2024 4:30:00 AM - SOURCE: KAYU-TV FOX 28 Spokane
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Fire in Mabton caused by Sparking Transformer

Posted: Jun 28, 2024
Categories: Washington News
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A fire broke out near Mabton, during the evening of Wednesday June 26. Scan reports suggest a spark from an electricity transformer ignited the blaze on State Route 22 near the Yakima River. Multiple stations responded, with West Benton Fire aid requested and bulldozers helping to create a fire wall.
- PUB DATE: 6/28/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KIMA-TV CBS/CW+ 29 Yakima
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Yakima County Fire Marshal Expands Residential Outdoor Burn Ban

Posted: Jun 28, 2024
Categories: Washington News
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In partnership with the Yakima County Fire Chiefs Association, the Yakima County Fire Marshal has expanded the county-wide burn ban for unincorporated Yakima County This change takes effect Monday, July 1, 2024, to include bonfires. The previous ban included only yard waste. In addition, burning debris or processed lumber is not allowed.
- PUB DATE: 6/28/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KIMA-TV CBS/CW+ 29 Yakima
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Pasco Firefighters Seen Climbing High Light Towers Cause Alarm

Posted: Jun 27, 2024
Categories: Washington News
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The firefighters seen climbing the light towers of Edgar Brown Stadium were NOT responding to an emergency! The quiet beauty near Edgar Brown Stadium was interrupted yesterday when nearby residents spotted Pasco Fire Department vehicles parked near the light towers and firefighters ascending them. While initially it raised eyebrows, people soon realized it was not an emergency but a planned training session.
- PUB DATE: 6/27/2024 4:34:32 PM - SOURCE: KONA-AM 610 Kennewick-Richland-Pasco
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Lakewood apartment fire displaces 30 people, 7 pets

Posted: Jun 27, 2024
Categories: Washington News
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VIDEO: Investigators are searching for the cause of an apartment fire in Lakewood that displaced dozens of people and several pets, according to West Pierce Fire & Rescue. The agency responded Wednesday to a complex on the 5400 block of 110th Street, fighting flames in several units. Neighbors say they woke up around 5:30 a.
- PUB DATE: 6/27/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KING-TV NBC 5 Seattle
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Central Kitsap Fire & Rescue: Person falls 40 feet into blackberry bushes in Silverdale

Posted: Jun 27, 2024
Categories: Washington News
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A person was taken to the hospital after falling 40 feet into blackberry bushes in Silverdale. On Wednesday, crews from Central Kitsap Fire & Rescue answered a call from a person who fell into blackberry bushes in the 9000 block of Northwest Anderson Hill Road. When crews arrived, they located the person down the hill but were unable to reach the person without using a rig to lift the person.
- PUB DATE: 6/27/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KIRO-TV CBS 7 Seattle
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FIRE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT BOARD & COMMITTEES

Chair

Chair
Chair
Posted: Sep 19, 2020

Chair

Caity Karapostoles

Clallam County Fire District 3

caityk@ccfd3.org

360-683-4242


Term: 2019 - 2021

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Past Chair

Past Chair
Past Chair
Posted: Sep 21, 2019

Past Chair

Mykel Montgomery

Franklin County 3
Administrative Assistant

mmontgomery@fcfd3.org

509-547-9306 

 

Term; 2019 - 2020

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Secretary

Posted: Sep 21, 2015

Secretary

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Treasurer

Treasurer
Treasurer
Posted: Sep 21, 2015

Treasurer

Emily Lewis

Eastside Fire & Rescue

elewis@esf-r.org

Office (425) 313 – 3278

Work Cell (425) 439 – 4000


Term: 2019 - 2021

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Communications

Communications
Communications
Posted: Sep 21, 2015

Communications

Lisette Kelly

Mountain View Fire & Rescue
Administrative Assistant

253-735-0284 


Term: 2019 - 2021

 

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Regional Representative

Regional Representative
Regional Representative
Posted: Sep 21, 2015

Regional Representative

Cathy Blakeway

City of Tumwater Fire Department
Administrative Assistant

cblakeway@ci.tumwater.wa.us

360-754-4170

 

Term: 2019 - 2021

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Regional Representative

Regional Representative
Regional Representative
Posted: Sep 21, 2015

Regional Representative

Kristen Cole

Walla Walla County Fire District 5

kcole@wwcfd5.org 

509-547-8341


Term: 2018 - 2020

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Regional Representative

Regional Representative
Regional Representative
Posted: Sep 21, 2015

Regional Representative

Julie Patterson

Vancouver Fire Department

 julie.patterson@cityofvancouver.us

360-487-7224


Term: 2019 - 2021

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Regional Representative

Regional Representative
Regional Representative
Posted: Sep 21, 2015

Regional Representative

Kim Baldwin

Clark County Fire District 10

kim.baldwin@clark.wa.gov

360-247-5233


Term: 2019 - 2021


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Committee Member

Committee Member
Committee Member
Posted: Sep 21, 2015

Committee Member

Katie Rassmussen

Washington State Fire Training Academy

Division Public Information Officer & Event Coordinator 2

Katie.Rasmussen@wsp.wa.gov

425-453-3000 x 110 


 

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Committee Member

Committee Member
Committee Member
Posted: Sep 21, 2015

Committee Member

Lori Coleman

Clallam County Fire District 3

lcoleman@ccfd3.org

360-582-2054

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Regional Representative

Regional Representative
Regional Representative
Posted: Sep 21, 2015

Regional Representative

Slita Bradley

Benton County Fire District 4
District Secretary

SBradley@bcfd4.org

509-967-2945

 

Term; 2020 - 2021

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Committee Member

Committee Member
Committee Member
Posted: Sep 19, 2015

Committee Member

Melissa Knutson

Eastside Fire & Rescue

mknutson@esf-r.org

425-313-3232

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Committee Member

Committee Member
Committee Member
Posted: Sep 18, 2015

Committee Member

Tina Williamson

Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority

tmwilliamson@pugetsoundfire.org

253-856-4406


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Committee Member

Committee Member
Committee Member
Posted: Sep 17, 2015

Committee Member

Linda Reeff

Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority

lreeff@pugetsoundfire.org

253-856-4334 
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