Vancouver Fire Department

We are the City of Vancouver Fire Department. At over 150 years old, we are proud to serve the citizens of Vancouver, Washington and the surrounding area.

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Ladder training.

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Every day is a great day for training!

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This time of year can be particularly isolating. If you or someone you know is experiencing depression or thoughts of suicide, you’re not alone. Call the @988Lifeline for 24/7 help.

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Just before 9 a.m. this morning, crews responded to reports of a person who jumped into the Columbia River off the 205 bridge. Vancouver Fire Boat 1 and Port of Portland Rescue Boat 80 found and pulled the person out of the water at 9:15 a.m. (1 of 3)

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CPR and advanced life support was initiated once on board. The unidentified patient was taken to Marine Park where an ambulance transported to Peace Health SW Hospital. (2 of 3)

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At 8:40 p.m. Oct. 8, crews responded to smoke near the Port of Vancouver. Firefighters found heavy smoke & flames in a large scrap metal pile at 900 Port Way. 40+ firefighters from VFD & CCFD6 worked overnight to contain the fire. 20 remain on scene this a.m. No injuries reported

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A brand new Brush 11 is ready to respond to calls on the Fourth of July!

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Water rescue training at Frenchman’s bar with our rescue swimmers.

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As we head into #MemorialDay weekend and warmer days ahead, remember: the Columbia River is still dangerously high and cold. Please wear a life jacket, avoid alcohol near water and keep an eye on kids and inexperienced swimmers.

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Vancouver Fire crews hit the water this week for rescue swimmer training. This time, we had backup from Aqua Eye, a cutting-edge sonar device that helps our crews locate people beneath the surface up to 264 feet away. https://t.co/U2KsjCaZYL via @YouTube

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Rescue crews train for summer rescue season at Columbia River https://t.co/nim6O5oqoA via @YouTube

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Just before 3 a.m. Friday, Vancouver Fire responded to a 3rd-floor apt fire at 4503 E 5th https://t.co/xv6lLG5oIm under control in ~30 mins. Sadly, 1 adult was found deceased. ~20 people displaced. No other injuries. Fire Marshal investigating. Crews remain on scene.

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RV fire in east Vancouver today🚨

This afternoon, firefighters responded to an RV fire at Vista Del Rio Mobile Home Park. One person suffered severe burns and was taken to the burn center at Legacy Emanuel. Please stay fire-aware, RV fires spread fast. 🔥

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City of Vancouver supporting all communities affected by breast cancer.

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Drills under a rainbow? Must be a sign that it’s a great day for training!

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Another great day at the office.

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Vancouver Fire Boat 1 (AKA - Discovery) deployed to the I5 bridge today for a disturbance.

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A firefighter and rescue swimmer deployed on Vancouver Fire Boat 1 today for a disturbance on the I5 bridge.

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Pump testing Engine 6.

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Vancouver Fire training for high rise operations.