Operations

The department’s largest division is the Operations Division, which is responsible for emergency medical services, fire suppression, mitigation of disasters and rescue activities. Operations are spread across five battalions containing 33 stations with an on-duty staffing of 211 members. Firefighters inspect commercial, multi-residential and waterfront facilities on an annual basis. In addition to emergency work, members provide a wide range of services to the community including blood-pressure screening, tours of fire stations and apparatus and community outreach.

Medic One

Since 1970, Medic One has been providing world renown Advanced Life Support (ALS) and pre-hospital emergency care through firefighter/paramedics stationed around the city.

Special Operations

Special Operations include Rescue, Marine, Hazardous Materials, Decontamination, Vault and Aviation partnerships.

Fire Department

Harold Scoggins, Fire Chief
Address: 301 2nd Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98104
Mailing Address: 301 2nd Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98104
Phone: (206) 386-1400
FireChiefOffice@seattle.gov
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The Seattle Fire Department (SFD) has 33 fire stations located throughout the City. SFD deploys engine companies, ladder companies, and aid and medic units to mitigate loss of life and property resulting from fires, medical emergencies, and other disasters.