Important Training Alert! This week, from now until the end of October, there will be a lot of fire training happening in downtown Gig Harbor. Gig Harbor Fire & Medic One (GHFMO) will be conducting structure training at the intersection of Stinson Avenue and Regatta Court.
As we approach the 22nd anniversary of September 11th, 2001, GHFMO invites you to join us in a remembrance ceremony to honor the first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice.
📅 Date: September 11th, 2023
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM
📍 Location: Gig Harbor Fire & Medic One - Station 50
Two people died in a 2:04 p.m. crash that occurred in the Narrows Bridge toll booth lanes, according to Trooper John Dattilo. No toll booth workers were injured. Troopers are investigating. Expect delays. Gig Harbor Now will update the story as more information becomes available.
We had a great time at Tuesday’s Battle of the Badges Blood Drive! The Red Cross collected 56 units of blood which surpassed their goal. We know these 56 units will make a real difference for those in need.
.@iaff27 sounds the alarm on physical attacks against #firefighters. Over a six-month span in 2022-2023, more than 50 attacks were reported. https://t.co/yf6FqKUtNQ
Eastbound SR-16 at Purdy Drive is fully blocked due to an overturned tanker truck caught up in power lines. We have a tow truck on scene but are awaiting additional equipment to conduct the recovery. Expect delays and thank you for your patience!
Seattle Fire is sending 10 additional personnel to Maui as part of Washington Task Force-1, bringing our total of deployed members to 21. We continue to keep the Maui community close in our hearts during the widespread devastation caused by wildfires. https://t.co/Q9MtjjWPNq
Please consider donating to families affected by the #MauiFires and help out @IAFFofficial@HFFA1463 firefighters and their families get back on their feet ❤️🌴
Some follow up to our High Angle Rescue call on Friday. Crews were able to safely provide patient care, set up a rope system, lift the patient and transport. Big thanks to @TacomaFire@WestPierce@CentralPierce@GigHarborPolice
Medics with the Seattle Fire Department were racing an infant to the hospital in critical condition when something broke the window of their ambulance.
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Gig Harbor Fire & Medic One is pleased to announce that we are hiring for a Fleet Mechanic. Please go to our website at https://t.co/icY9rbEtFv or follow the link below for more information and how to apply. https://t.co/i52AHFNG5d
Thank you to our residents for your continued support of Gig Harbor Fire & Medic One! Your investment in our firefighters and facilities, through the approval of the general levy, will help us provide the best service when needed most.
Gig Harbor Fire & Medic One's levy renewal is passing with 61% of the vote in early tabulations. Billy Sehmel leads in the race for a PenMet board seat with 49.75% of the vote. Steven M. Nielson (32.02%) likely will join him on general election ballots: https://t.co/Z41f9OhwFF
We are overwhelmed by the amount of support and love poured out for the Hoover family. In consultation with their children, a GoFundMe page has been set up to honor Bill and Kristy.
https://t.co/SnTtYd6TR0
Officers in our country perform 100s of heroic acts each day which usually go unrecognized.
GHPD Officer Dominguez should be proud of the work he did recently. What did he do after saving each of these lives?
He went right back into service, ready to answer the next call.