Good Morning!
Friday, March 29, 2024
THIS NIGHT: Sprinkles, 42°F
FORECAST FOR ASHFORD, WA:
Thursday Night: Sprinkles. Overcast. Cool. Temperature 42°F (Feels like 40°F). Relative Humidity 81%. 25% chance of precipitation. New rainfall of 0.02 in possible. Southeast winds at 4 mph.
Friday Morning: Drizzle. Cloudy. Cool. Temperature 43°F (Feels like 43°F). Relative Humidity 74%. 0% chance of precipitation. New rainfall of 0.00 in possible. East winds at 2 mph.
Friday Afternoon: Sprinkles. Mostly cloudy. Cool. Temperature 54°F (Feels like 53°F). Relative Humidity 51%. 21% chance of precipitation. New rainfall of 0.02 in possible. North winds at 6 mph.
Friday Evening: Sprinkles. Scattered clouds. Cool. Temperature 44°F (Feels like 42°F). Relative Humidity 78%. 5% chance of precipitation. New rainfall of 0.01 in possible. North winds at 4 mph.
Friday Night: Clear. Chilly. Temperature 36°F (Feels like 36°F). Relative Humidity 90%. 0% chance of precipitation. Southeast winds at 2 mph.
Saturday Morning: Sunny. Cool. Temperature 42°F (Feels like 42°F). Relative Humidity 74%. 0% chance of precipitation. West winds at 0 mph.
Forecast Updated: 3/29/2024 1:00 AM
2024 RESPONSES
Calls To Date:
TYPE | 2024 | AVG | DIFF |
Total: | 58 | 39 | +49% |
EMS: | 36 (62%) | 28 (72%) | +29% |
Fire: | 18 (31%) | 8 (21%) | +125% |
Other: | 4 (7%) | 3 (8%) | +33% |
Total in 2023: 394 (1.08 calls/day)
So far in 2024, we've had an average of 0.98 calls per day
As of Thursday, February 29, 2024
BURN PERMITS
Online Burn Permit Application
FIRE DANGER
Pierce County
LOW
Updated 03/29/2024
Lewis County
LOW
Updated 03/29/2024
Gifford Pinchot NF/USFS
LOW
Updated 11/06/2023
BURN BANS
Pierce County
No active burn ban. Small land clearing burns are allowed with a permit.
Effective 10/03/2023 12:00 PM
Lewis County
No active burn ban. Small land clearing burns are allowed with a permit.
Effective 10/09/2023 12:01 AM
DNR Pierce County
No active burn ban. Land clearing burns are allowed with a permit.
Effective 10/09/2023 12:01 AM
DNR Lewis County
No active burn ban. Land clearing burns are allowed with a permit.
Effective 10/09/2023 12:01 AM
Gifford Pinchot NF/USFS
No fire restrictions in effect
Effective 10/03/2023 12:01 AM
Air Quality
No Burn Ban
Effective 12/29/2020 03:08 PM
More Info: (360) 569-2752
Updated: 10/11/2023 01:36 PM by SRB
DISTRICT CALENDAR
Check this page for scheduled community events, training classes, and fire department scheduled trainings. This page will be updated as events are scheduled so check back frequently to find new training opportunities!
Community Events
None scheduled at this time
CPR, First Aid, EMT and Firefighter Classes
None scheduled at this time
Fire Personnel Drill Schedule
- Saturday drills (if scheduled) will be held at Station 23-3, Alder.
- First Monday drills will be held at Station 86 in Elbe.
- All other drills and commissioner meetings will be held at Station 87 in Ashford.
- *Bold drills are required fire personnel drills.
DAY | DATE | TIME | LOCATION | TOPIC | INSTRUCTOR | ||
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JANUARY |
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Saturday | 01/05/2019 | 18:00 - 20:00 | 87 | Fire Department Christmas Party Bring a gift for the white elephant gift exchange! |
Matt Medford | ||
Monday |
01/07/2019 |
19:00 - 21:00 |
PPE Inspection/WAC 296-305/ICS Association Meeting at 18:30-19:00. Medford and Sandstrom co-instructing. Drill is required for all responding members. |
Matt Medford |
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Monday | 01/14/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | Commissioner & Operations Meeting 2018 Call Time Analysis will be presented. |
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Monday | 01/21/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | OTEP - Respiratory & Allergic Emergencies MLK Jr Day |
Joe Koehler | ||
Monday |
01/28/2019 |
19:00 - 21:00 |
1st Quarter SCBA - Primary and Secondary Search Drill is Required for Firefighters. |
Scott Beason |
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FEBRUARY |
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Monday | 02/04/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 86 | Hazardous Materials Review, ERG, Catch Basins, Decontamination | Lester Sandstrom | ||
Monday | 02/11/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | Commissioner & Operations Meeting | - | ||
Monday | 02/18/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | OTEP - Medical Patient Assessment | Joe Koehler | ||
Monday | 02/25/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | Ropes and Knots | Matt Medford | ||
MARCH |
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Monday | 03/04/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 86 | Fire Behavior, Building Construction, and Flow Paths | Andy Sabo | ||
Monday | 03/11/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | Commissioner & Operations Meeting | - | ||
Monday | 03/18/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | OTEP - Pharmacology Presidents Day |
Joe Koehler | ||
Monday | 03/25/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | Radio Communication Representative from Firecomm may be present |
Matt Medford | ||
APRIL |
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Monday | 04/01/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 86 | Wildland Fire Refresher | Nancy Barker | ||
Monday | 04/08/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | Commissioner & Operations Meeting | - | ||
Monday | 04/15/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | OTEP - Altered Mental Status & Neuro | Joe Koehler | ||
Saturday | 04/20/2019 | 09:00 - 12:00 | 86 | Pump Operation Refresher Includes Tenders, Engines, and Trash Pumps |
Lester Sandstrom | ||
Monday | 04/22/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | Small Tools and Equipment Includes all hand and power tools we commonly use. |
Joe Koehler | ||
Monday |
04/29/2019 |
19:00 - 21:00 |
2nd Quarter SCBA - Entanglement Drill is Required for Firefighters. Note that drill is at Station 85 |
Andy Sabo |
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MAY |
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Monday | 05/06/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 86 | Water Rescue - Lecture | Andy Sabo | ||
Saturday | 05/11/2019 | 09:00 - 12:00 | 85 | Water Rescue Practical Optional but highly recommended for all responding members. |
Andy Sabo | ||
Monday | 05/13/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | Commissioner & Operations Meeting | - | ||
Monday | 05/20/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | OTEP - Cardiac, BLS, Infant & Child BCLS, Airway | Joe Koehler | ||
Monday | 05/27/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | No Drill (Memorial Day Holiday) | - | ||
JUNE |
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Monday | 06/03/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 86 | 1-3/4 inch Preconnect Evolutions | Scott Beason | ||
Monday | 06/10/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | Commissioner & Operations Meeting | - | ||
Monday | 06/17/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | OTEP - Endocrine System Emergencies & Abdominal Pain | Joe Koehler | ||
Monday | 06/24/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | Engine and Tender Operations | Lester Sandstrom | ||
JULY |
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Monday | 07/01/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 86 | Wildland Fire Ground Operations | Nancy Barker | ||
Monday | 07/08/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | Commissioner & Operations Meeting | - | ||
Monday | 07/15/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | OTEP - Special Needs Patients Considerations w/Medical Extrication | Joe Koehler | ||
Monday | 07/22/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | Extrication Lecture | Andy Sabo | ||
Saturday | 07/27/2019 | 09:00 - 12:00 | 85 | Extrication Practical | Andy Sabo | ||
Monday |
07/29/2019 |
19:00 - 21:00 |
3rd Quarter SCBA - Emergency Operations and RIT Drill is Required for Firefighters. |
Ashley Walker |
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AUGUST |
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Monday | 08/05/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 86 | Forcible Entry and Breaching | Matt Medford | ||
Monday | 08/12/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | Commissioner & Operations Meeting | - | ||
Monday |
08/19/2019 |
19:00 - 21:00 |
OTEP - Skills Make-up and New Power Cot Training This drill will have a focus on training for the new power cots and should be attended by all members and EMTs so that members feel proficient with the equipment. There also may possibly be an ALS Assist class with South Pierce Fire and Rescue |
Joe Koehler |
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Monday | 08/26/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | EVIP Lecture | Lester Sandstrom | ||
SEPTEMBER |
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Monday | 09/02/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 86 | No Drill (Labor Day Holiday) | - | ||
Monday | 09/09/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | Commissioner & Operations Meeting | - | ||
Monday | 09/16/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | OTEP - Behavioral Emergencies & Overdose | Joe Koehler | ||
Monday | 09/23/2019 | 18:30:00 - 21:00 | 87 | Forward/Reverse Lay Note earlier start time (18:30) |
Lester Sandstrom | ||
Monday | 09/30/2019 | 18:30:00 - 21:00 | 87 | Engine and Tender Operations Note earlier start time (18:30) |
Andy Sabo | ||
OCTOBER |
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Monday | 10/07/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 86 | Ground Ladders | Ashley Walker | ||
Monday | 10/14/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | Commissioner & Operations Meeting Columbus Day |
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Monday | 10/21/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | OTEP - Pediatric Medical Emergencies | Joe Koehler | ||
Monday | 10/28/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | Ventilation | Andy Sabo | ||
NOVEMBER |
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Monday | 11/04/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 86 | Chimney Fires and Incipient Stage Fires | Lester Sandstrom | ||
Monday | 11/11/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | Commissioner & Operations Meeting Veterans Day |
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Monday |
11/18/2019 |
19:00 - 21:00 |
OTEP - Infectious Disease Also includes Employee Right to Know and Harassment Components. Required for all responding members. |
Joe Koehler |
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Monday |
11/25/2019 |
19:00 - 21:00 |
4th Quarter SCBA Also planning for 2020 Drill Schedule. Drill is Required for Firefighters. |
Scott Beason |
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DECEMBER |
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Monday | 12/02/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | MVC Response and Roadway Control | Lester Sandstrom | ||
Monday | 12/09/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | Commissioner & Operations Meeting | - | ||
Monday | 12/16/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | OTEP - Medical/Legal Issues & Report Writing | Joe Koehler | ||
Monday | 12/23/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | No Drill (Christmas Holiday) | - | ||
Monday | 12/30/2019 | 19:00 - 21:00 | 87 | No Drill (New Years Holiday) | - |