BURN STATUS: No Burning Allowed
🎉🚒 Big congratulations are in order! 🚒🎉 Please join us in celebrating Firefighter D'Souza on his well-earned recent promotion to Lieutenant! 👏 We're excited to see him take on this new leadership role and know he'll continue to make a positive impact on our department and community. Congratulation, Lieutenant!
🚒 Join Our Team at South Kitsap Fire & Rescue! 🚑 Are you ready to make a difference in your community? South Kitsap Fire & Rescue is now accepting applications for Entry-Level Firefighter/EMT and Firefighter/Paramedic positions. We're looking for individuals who bring strong customer service skills, sound judgment, and a genuine commitment to public safety. If you stay calm under pressure, work well as part of a team, and are dedicated to serving others with integrity and respect, we encourage you to apply. Minimum Qualifications: • High school diploma or GED • At least 18 years old • Valid driver's license • Ability to successfully complete background, medical, and psychological evaluations Certification Requirements: 🔥 Entry-Level Firefighter/EMT – No prior certifications required 🚑 Firefighter/Paramedic – Washington State Paramedic certification (or ability to obtain by January 2027) 📍 Port Orchard, WA 💼 Full-time, represented positions 💰 2027 Wages: • Firefighter/EMT: $90,997.68/year • Firefighter/Paramedic: $108,547.20/year Plus generous benefits! 🗓 Application Deadline: September 13, 2026 Ready to start your career in the fire service? Apply today at www.skfr.org. #SouthKitsapFireRescue #SKFR #NowHiring #Firefighter #EMT #Paramedic #PublicSafety #FireService #PortOrchard #JoinOurTeam
Today at approximately 11:16 AM our crews were dispatched to a water rescue involving a canoe with two individuals in the water. Thanks to the quick actions of everyone involved, Bremerton Fire, and the use of life jackets, all individuals made it safely to shore with no injuries reported.
🎉🚒 Big congratulations are in order! 🚒🎉
Please join us in celebrating Firefighter D'Souza on...
🚒 Join Our Team at South Kitsap Fire & Rescue! 🚑
Are you ready to...
Today at approximately 11:16 AM our crews were dispatched to a water rescue involving a...
Today at approximately 11:16 AM our crews were dispatched to a water rescue involving a...
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Phase 1 Fire Safety Burn Ban
A Phase 1 Fire Safety Burn Ban is currently in effect in Kitsap County. All burn permits are suspended. Only cooking and small recreational fires are allowed. Recreational fires must be: – Three feet or less in diameter – Made of charcoal or seasoned firewood, no yard debris or trash – At least 25 feet…
Puget Sound Clean Air Agency Proposes Residential Yard Waste Burning Rule
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Safety Fair and Bike Rodeo
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South Kitsap Fire and Rescue to Honor Fallen Lieutenant Loyd McCallister at State, National, and International Memorial Events.
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