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A message from the Fire Chief
In April, we held an awards ceremony to honor the heroic actions of community members, and exemplary and courageous work of employees. This annual ceremony is an opportunity to recognize those who have a passion for service to others. I extend my deepest gratitude to the Seattle Fire Foundation and their generous sponsors for hosting this event and allowing Seattle Fire employees to attend at no cost.
This fall, Seattle Fire will open our application period for entry-level firefighter/EMT applicants. Those interested in a career with the SFD should join our interest list to stay updated on the hiring process and consider attending the upcoming King County Diversity and Recruitment Workshop on May 10. Register for the workshop on the King County Fire Chiefs Association website.
We hope you will join us this weekend for two community events where families can participate in fire safety activities and meet local firefighters. On Saturday, May 3, we are hosting a Fire Safety Fair at Fire Station 30 in the Mount Baker neighborhood. Apparatus bay doors will be open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. After this event concludes, from 1 to 3 p.m. at all other fire stations in the City, we will open our doors for the annual Neighbor Day event. During this time frame, community members are welcome to stop by their local fire house to meet crew members and request a tour of the apparatus. Please note that our units will remain in service for responding to emergencies and there is a chance they will be on an emergency response and unable to accommodate visitors.
In May we honor Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander month, celebrate Mother's Day, International Firefighters' Day, Emergency Medical Services Week and Memorial Day. I hope you will join me in sharing appreciation with Seattle Fire personnel and those in our community who are recognized as part of these honors.
Stay safe,
Harold D. Scoggins, Fire Chief
“In the end, it”s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years.” — Abraham Lincoln
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 2-alarm fire in the 800 block of Jefferson St.
Firefighters extinguished a fire in a unit of a high-rise apartment building in First Hill. One person was treated on scene, then transported to a hospital in stable condition. Investigators ruled the fire as accidental and determined it was likely caused by burning incense left unattended.
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 2-alarm fire in the 700 block of Pike St.
Crews extinguished a kitchen fire in a commercial building in downtown. No injuries were reported. Investigators ruled the fire as accidental and determined it was likely started in a fryer.
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Awards luncheon recap
More than 400 people packed the Embassy Suites ballroom on April 24 to celebrate Seattle Fire Department’s award recipients for calendar year 2024. The award categories included recognition for emergency responses as well as the administrative work that support’s the department’s mission to serve all who live and work in Seattle. Several members of the community also earned awards.
Our deepest thanks to the Seattle Fire Foundation for funding the event as part of their ongoing support for Seattle Fire. We’d also like to say thank you to all the event sponsors!
April promotional ceremony
 On April 15, Fire Chief Harold Scoggins held a promotional ceremony at headquarters to promote members to new ranks in the department and welcome new employees. Congratulations to all as they step into their new leadership role.
Hiring entry-level firefighter/EMTs this fall
Seattle Fire is moving to an annual testing process for entry-level firefighter hiring, which means we will accept applications this Fall (2025). If you or someone you know is interested in a career with the SFD, mark the calendar for Fall and sign-up for our interest list at SeattleFireJobs.com to stay informed of hiring updates along the way.
The official application window open date will be announced at a later time.
Get certified in CPR and choking intervention
The SFD offers CPR and choking intervention training to Seattle community members. Seattle Fire’s CPR instructor cadre is trained and certified by the Health and Safety Institute to teach hands-only CPR and certification CPR/AED classes. Attend one of our upcoming community classes to receive your certification for only $30. Register online.
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Seattle Fire Department Headquarters: Sunday, May 4, 9-11:30 a.m.
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Magnuson Community Center: Saturday, May 10, 2-4:30 p.m.
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Northgate Community Center: Friday, May 16, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
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Seattle Fire Department Headquarters: Thursday, May 22, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
The department will also send instructors to facilities to host group classes for organizations. Fill out the online form to make a request for training.
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Grilling safety
 Spring weather has finally arrived. This is the time of year when more outdoor grills are cleaned up and put to use. Whether using a grill on an apartment rooftop or in your backyard, consider these fire prevention and safety tips before lighting the grill. Most grill fires are preventable.
Prepare in advance for wildfire smoke
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The quality of air we breathe is vital to our health. When wildfire smoke enters our region, the air quality can degrade quickly and be unhealthy for many. According to the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency, wildfire smoke carries the same health risks as wood smoke, except there can be a lot more of it. Prepare your home in advance before air filters, box fans and N95 masks are in short supply. |
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May 3 Neighbor Day and Fire Safety Fair at Station 30
This Saturday, Seattle Fire is welcoming the community into our stations with two events:
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Fire Safety Fair at Fire Station 30 (2931 Mt. Baker Blvd S. next to Franklin High School), from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Neighbor Day at all other stations from 1 to 3 p.m.
You’re invited to visit our firefighters at either event.
Our Fire Safety Fair features educational activities, engine tours, CPR demonstrations and more!
Our other fire stations will open their apparatus bay doors to welcome you in between 1 and 3 p.m. to see a working fire station and get to know your local firefighters. Please note, that stations will be “in service” and may be dispatched to a fire or EMS run between 1 and 3 p.m. In those instances, we will have to have visitors vacate the stations so we may assist 911 callers.
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May 10 King County Diversity and Recruitment Workshop
 Fire departments across King County are looking for future firefighters and are expanding recruitment efforts to provide applicants with useful information on navigating the hiring process. Mentors from the profession will also be available to workshop attendees. The next Diversity and Recruitment Workshop is on May 10 at Green River College in Auburn.
This workshop is open to EVERYONE at least 16 years of age and we welcome members of the BIPOC community, women, bilingual adults, LGBTQIA+ or those with no prior fire service experience.
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