SVFD News
Did you Know?
- You can sign up for a station tour. Great for small groups.
- You should replace the batteries in your smoke alarms twice a year.
- Creating a defensible space with regards to wildfires could just save your home or property.
- We have Friends & Family CPR classes every month.
News & Announcements
Safety Tip: What Is A Red Flag Warning?
Red Flag Warnings are issued by the National Weather Service as an indication of severe weather conditions increasing the risk of wildland fires. These alerts inform the public, firefighters, and land management agencies, such as DNR and BLM, about...
WHAT IS A RED FLAG WARNING?
Red Flag Warnings are issued by the National Weather Service as an indication of severe weather conditions increasing the risk of wildland fires. These alerts inform the public, firefighters, and land management agencies, such as DNR and BLM, about...
INJURY PREVENTION AND HOME SAFETY
Did you know that over 80% of the calls that Spokane Valley Fire Department responds to are Emergency Medical calls (EMS)? While some of those calls are from residents with pre-existing medical conditions, many of the calls for assistance are due...
4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS
Fireworks are dangerous to people and to pets. Using them also puts your property and neighborhood at risk. The possession and use of any class or kind of fireworks in our area is illegal! According to the Revised Code of Washington (RCW 70.77),...
HEAT EXHAUSTION OR HEAT STROKE?
As we experience record-setting high temperatures this week, it is important to take care of yourself. It’s key to stay cool, stay hydrated, and to stay informed of changing temperature conditions. If you are overdressed for the conditions, or...
EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH IN EFFECT!
The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Watch for the Spokane Area from Friday afternoon, June 25, 2021, through Tuesday evening, June 29, 2021! Dangerously hot conditions are predicted with “high temperatures in the 90s to near...
SMOKING AND FIRE SAFETY: PROPER BUTT DISPOSAL
Smoking and Fire Safety: Proper Butt Disposal As forecasters are predicting another bad fire season, it is time to remind those of you who smoke about proper butt-disposal. There are steps you can take to not only keep your home safe from fire....
AREA FIRE MARSHALS AND SURROUNDING CITIES ENACT BURN RESTRICTIONS
********************************************************* SVFD FIRE MARSHAL ISSUES BURN RESTRICTIONS FOR THE SPOKANE VALLEY FIRE DEPARTMENT FIRE DISTRICT ********************************************************* Due to the hot, dry conditions,...
WILDFIRE READY NEIGHBORS
Washington State Department of Natural Resources (WA DNR) has launched a new program called “Wildfire Ready Neighbors”. This new, six-week pilot program is available in Spokane, Chelan, and Okanogan counties, counties at high risk for wildfires....
NATIONAL BOAT SAFETY WEEK
National Safe Boating Week will be held from May 22-28, 2021. “This observance week is the annual kick-off of the Safe Boating Campaign, a global awareness effort that encourages...