FEMA announces a new app to help you in the event of a disaster. This new app features: Alerts from the National Weather Service: Receive severe weather alerts for up to five locations across the U.S. and see information about how to stay safe. Disaster Reporter: Upload and share photos of damage and recovery efforts. […]
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Did you know that it is unlawful to burn anything outdoors inside the City and the Urban growth area that surrounds the City? and you can be fined? Did you also know that burn barrels are unlawful to use and have been that way since 1997? Did you know that you can be fined for the nuisance […]
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The City of Yakima Fire Department held a pedal car raffle from the beginning of the State Fair in September until December 15th 2015. The winner of the pedal car, Patch Lewis in turn donated the car to the YWCA for the kids Christmas. Representatives from Camp Prime Time, Executive Director, Cec Anson; Charter member, […]
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Fire is FAST! There is little time! In less than 30 seconds a small flame can get completely out of control and turn into a major fire. It only takes minutes for thick black smoke to fill a house. In minutes, a house can be engulfed in flames. If you wake up to a fire, […]
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With all the recent snow, we have noticed that there are some hydrants that are not accessible. Please help us out and clear the space around the hydrant on your property so we can access it if there is an emergency. A fire that is burning in a building doubles at least every minute. If […]
Did You know that home fires occur more in the winter months than any other season with heating equipment involved in 1 of every 6 reported home fires and 1 in every 5 home fire deaths? […]
With the colder mornings upon us in Yakima, Carbon Monoxide becomes more of an issue since your doors and windows are shut to stay warm. Unfortunately 150+ people die on average each year from consumer product-related carbon monoxide. Knowledge and awareness are the keys to protecting your family. Safety Tips Have your home heating systems (including […]
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The Yakima Fire Department is holding a raffle for your choice of 1 of the 3 pedal cars seen here. The tickets are $1.00 each and are available upstairs in the Administration Office of Fire Station 91. ALL proceds go to benefit Camp Prime Time. For more information on Camp Prime Time, go to their […]
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Keep your kids safe by having a three foot safe zone around your stove when cooking. Here is a question for you: What is the leading cause of kitchen fires? Favorite TV Show? Pouring a glass of soda? Leaving the stove when there is food cooking? Posting photos on Facebook? Click on the flyer for […]
The 21st Annual Spaghetti Feed will be held at Fire Station 91 from 4:00PM to 7:30PM. Come down and join us for some good food and help us support the Washington State Council of Firefighters Burn Foundation See the flyer for more information […]
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