What do we do?
In 2007 Pierce County Fire District 13 responded to 136 calls for service. Out of these 136 calls, 65% or 88 calls were EMS, 20% were Fire related, and the remaining 15% were service, rescue, and Hazardous Materials calls. In addition to responding to emergencies we train extensively, as well as conduct pre fire planning, and public education including CPR classes.
How do we do it?
Pierce County Fire District 13 consists of 2 stations. Station 77 is located in Browns Point and Station 76 is located in Dash Point. Station 77 has one Fire Engine, two Personal Watercraft, and a Command Vehicle utilized as a rescue vehicle. Station 2 has one Fire Engine, one Aid Car, and our decontamination facilities.
What is our response area?
The response area for Pierce County Fire District 13 is approximately 5 square miles of land. The southern boundary is by the Cliff House and the northern boundary is Dash Point State Park. We also cover halfway across Commencement Bay between our northern and southern boundaries.
Who do we depend on for assistance?
We have mutual aid agreements with the Tacoma Fire Department and South King Fire & Rescue. We also utilize Rural/Metro Ambulance, American Medical Response, and Airlift Northwest for medical transport.