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At 1:00 pm we received a call for a two car accident blocking 112th ST E & Vickery Ave E. Two patients were treated and transported to the hospital in satisfactory condition. Roadway should be cleared shortly.
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National First Responders Day
Today, October 28th, we recognize and thank our law enforcement officers, firefighters, and all first responders who answer the call when our communities need them the most.
Thank you to all who serve, sacrifice, and show up when it matters most!
Garage Fire in Spanaway
At approximately 10:48 AM today, crews responded to a reported garage fire at a residence in the 2500 block of 170th St E in Spanaway.
The homeowner heard an explosion and noticed a fire in the garage, called 911, and safely evacuated the home with his family before firefighters arrived.
Upon arrival, crews found the garage on fire, with heavy smoke spreading into the residence. Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire and ventilated the home to remove the smoke.
The homeowner sustained a minor injury and was treated at the scene by fire department personnel.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Pierce County Fire Marshal’s Office.
Apartment Fire Displaces Several Residents
At approximately 6:25 AM this morning, crews were dispatched to a fire at the Ellyson Apartments in the 2100 block of 104th St S in the Parkland/Tacoma area.
Firefighters arrived to find heavy fire conditions in a first-floor apartment, with fire extending to an apartment on the second floor. Crews immediately began fire suppression efforts and evacuating residents from neighboring apartments.
Once the fire was extinguished, residents of unaffected apartments were able to return to their homes. Several residents have been displaced as a result of the fire.
No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Pierce County Fire Marshal’s Office.
At approximately 7:53 AM today, crews were dispatched to the 6400 block of 224th St E in the Spanaway area after a passerby called 911 to report a motor home on fire.
Firefighters arrived to find the motor home fully involved in flames. The fire had also extended to a nearby garage and another motor home.
Crews brought the fire under control at 8:16 AM and fully extinguished it at 8:37 AM.
During overhaul operations, firefighters located a deceased adult male inside the motor home where the fire was initially reported. The cause of death has not been determined.
The Pierce County Fire Marshal's Office is investigating the cause of the fire.
At 12:45 Central Pierce Fire & Rescue at scene of a three car MVA 224th St & Meridian - Graham. Expect traffic delays, south bound lanes blocked.
Central Pierce Fire & Rescue at scene of Train v.s. two Pedestrians. 201 N Meridian - Puyallup One fatality and one transported to local hospital. Expect extended traffic delays in the area.
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TRAFFIC ALERT: A train-vs-pedestrian collision has occurred at the North Meridian crossing. We are on scene and assessing. We expect N Meridian to be closed for awhile. Use alternate routes.
Central Pierce Fire & Rescue units are at scene of a gas leak. Orting - Kansas St SW & Harmon Way S. Area residents to shelter in place.
Address update: Kansas St SW and Eldredge Ave SW.
The scene is secure, and Puget Sound Energy is on site assessing damage to a 2.5-inch natural gas line.
As a precaution, residents within the three surrounding blocks are being asked to shelter in place while crews work to resolve the situation (see red shaded area on the map).
UPDATE 2:43 PM - Puget Sound Energy has successfully clamped the damaged natural gas line and stopped the leak.
The shelter-in-place advisory for residents in the surrounding three blocks has been lifted, and emergency crews are beginning to clear the scene.
Thank you to residents for their patience and cooperation while crews worked to safely resolve the incident.
Last night at approximately 10:42 PM, Central Pierce Fire & Rescue crews responded to a vehicle fire near 5th St NW and West Stewart in Puyallup.
When crews arrived, they found a vehicle that had crashed into a tree and caught fire. Two bystanders had already helped pull the driver, the vehicle's only occupant, to safety before emergency crews arrived.
Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire, evaluated the driver, and transported her to the hospital.
We want to recognize the two bystanders who stepped in to help someone in a dangerous situation. Their quick actions helped get the driver out of the burning vehicle before firefighters arrived.
The scene was turned over to the Puyallup Police Department for investigation.
Last night around 7:38 PM, Central Pierce Fire & Rescue crews responded to a residential structure fire in the 19400 block of 79th Ave Ct E in the Spanaway area.
When firefighters arrived, they found an active fire in the attached garage of a two-story home. Crews quickly entered the garage, located burning contents, and extinguished the fire. During their work, firefighters discovered a smoldering couch with an extension cord nearby. The fire was brought under control by 8 PM.
Two occupants were confirmed to be outside the home, and a total of 13 emergency apparatus responded. The cause remains under investigation by the Pierce County Fire Marshal's Office.
As we head into the colder months, it's a good time to check for electrical hazards around your home. Use extension cords only temporarily, avoid overloading outlets, and always plug space heaters directly into wall outlets. A few simple precautions can help reduce the risk of a fire.
People Helping People is more than our purpose. It’s something our members put into action, sometimes well beyond the community we serve.
A fire engine is making the 2,280-mile trip from Pierce County to its new home with the Cabo San Lucas Fire Department, thanks to our members, neighboring fire departments and local businesses.
Central Pierce Chaplain Jason Osburn donated the 1995 tanker/engine, which carries 2,000 gallons of water, an important resource in an area with limited access to fire hydrants.
Captain Jeff Pugh coordinated the effort, building on a nearly 20-year relationship with Cabo Fire Chief Juan Antonio Carbajal. Central Pierce mechanic Pat Risley also donated nearly 200 hours of his own time to get the engine road ready.
West Pierce, South Pierce and East Pierce donated surplus tools, equipment and PPE. S&S Tire donated all 10 tires and installation, VanCour’s Customs detailed the cab, and Rescue 42, Ajax Rescue Tools and Hi-Lift Jack Company donated rescue and extrication equipment.
A lot of people gave their own time and resources to make this possible. On October 19, Jeff and Pat will travel to Cabo for the official handoff.
We’re proud of our members and partners for supporting fellow firefighters and helping provide an important resource for the community they serve.
Just after 1:30 PM, Central Pierce Fire & Rescue responded to a residential house fire in the 12600 block of 121st Ave E in Puyallup.
When crews arrived, they found heavy flames and smoke coming from the kitchen. Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire and began a primary search of the home.
During the search, crews located a dog hiding behind furniture. The dog was frightened but fortunately uninjured and was safely reunited with the homeowner.
No one was home at the time of the fire, and there were no reported injuries.
The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Pierce County Fire Marshal’s Office.
