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Thurston County Fire Protection District 8
SOUTH BAY FIRE DEPARTMENT
LATERAL FIREFIGHTER
Thurston County Fire Protection District 8 is currently accepting applications to establish an
eligibility list for the position of lateral firefighter.
Please click the links below for more information.
Fire, Smoke and Air Quality Links
The Fire and Smoke Map displays information on ground level air quality monitors recording fine particulates (PM2.5) from smoke and other sources, as well as information on fires, smoke plume locations, and special statements about smoke issued by various sources.
Thurston County Fire District 8
Status During COVID-19
With the ongoing spread of the COVID-19 virus in our community and in accordance with prudent risk management, we have cancelled all community facility usage in all our buildings. We have also temporarily closed our front-office until further notice.
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We will continue to respond to emergencies.
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Please call 9-1-1 if you have a life-threatening emergency.
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All CPR classes have been cancelled until further notice.
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Only on-duty personnel will be allowed in the Fire Station.
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There will be no community facility usage at our Fire Department locations.
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If you need a blood pressure check, please use the phone outside the lobby door. A responder will meet you to take your blood pressure.
As this pandemic is a constantly evolving situation, we will continue to adjust and respond quickly as needed. Please keep watching our website for any updates.
For more information about the 2019 Novel Coronavirus situation, please visit the Washington State Department of Health COVID-19 page.
Thurston County is in PHASE 3 of the Safe Start plan for Re-Opening
What's Open in Each Phase
COVID-19 Data for Thurston County
COVID19 Risk Assessment Dashboard
This page contains links to programs and services that may be helpful
for Washingtonians who are impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic
WA Department of Health COVID Tracker
Learn more about the Coronavirus from Washington State’s official COVID-19 website
ORCAA
The Olympic Region Clean Air Agency (ORCAA) is a local government agency charged with regulatory and enforcement authority for air quality issues in Clallam, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, Mason, Pacific, and Thurston counties. ORCAA is one of seven such regional air pollution control agencies in Washington state.
October 1, 2020
Thurston County – No Burn Bans in Effect
Click Here for more Information
The Fire and Smoke Map displays information on ground level air quality monitors recording fine particulates (PM2.5) from smoke and other sources, as well as information on fires, smoke plume locations, and special statements about smoke issued by various sources.
Current Burn Ban Status by County
Create a Clean Room to Protect Indoor Air Quality
Outdoor Burning News and Information
Outdoor burning is prohibited year-round for residents within the cities of Olympia, Tumwater, and Lacey, as well as for county residents within the Urban Growth Area (UGA) boundary. At this time, recreational fires are not affected by the seasonal curtailment. Recreational fires are fires used for entertainment or cooking purposes and are made of either charcoal or seasoned firewood. They can be no larger than 3-feet diameter. NOTE: Recreational fires are also permanently banned within the cities of Lacey, Olympia, and Tumwater.
The restrictions on outdoor burning during the summer and early autumn have resulted in a significant drop in brush fires and property damage each of the past couple years, according to fire officials.
Fortunately, safe and effective alternatives to burning exist. Residents have several options for disposing of their yard waste. Click here for yard waste disposal options.
Anyone with questions about residential, agricultural, or land-clearing burn permits should contact ORCAA,
. Questions concerning silvicultural burns should be addressed to Washington DNR,
For more information on the outdoor burning rules throughout ORCAA’s jurisdiction, click here.
Thurston County Burn Information Links
Current Burn Ban Status by County
Outdoor Burning Information & Permits
Beware of Fake Burn Permit Site
Washington’s Air Quality and Covid-19
BOARD MEETINGS
Notice for a Special Board meeting to be held on Monday, October 19, 2020, beginning at 10:00 am.
The approximate duration is two hours. The meeting will be held remotely using Zoom. Zoom link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86701332759
The purpose of the meeting will be to:
1. Review and discuss draft operation budget 2021
2. Cell tower proposal
Also, the next REGULAR Board meeting will be November 10th at 5:30 pm and will use the same link we've previously used for regular Board meetings.
October 13, 2020 Board Agenda
Other Important Board Information
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2021 Fire District 8 Budget Policy Recommendations (Draft)
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Draft Policy 2-61-PO-00
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Warrants for Approval
With the ongoing spread of the COVID-19 virus in our community and in accordance with prudent risk management, we will be holding a virtual Board Meeting.
Please join us for our next virtual Board Meeting. To attend the meeting, simply click this Zoom link:
Alternately, you can call in and listen to the meeting by dialing: 253-215-8782 US (Tacoma)
(Meeting ID: 812 9684 5898).
The meeting will begin promptly at 5:30 pm. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Thanks for your understanding.
Download/print the 2020 Board Meetings Schedule
Board of Fire Commissioners’ Meeting Information
Regular Board meetings will be held once a month on the second Tuesday of the month beginning at 5:30 pm.
All regular meetings will be held at the Main South Bay Station unless otherwise noted. Most meetings last between
one to three hours. All regular and special Board meetings are open to the public.
Note: Meetings are subject to change. Notice of change will be posted on this site and at the meeting location.
2020 Board of Fire Commissioners’ Meetings
Tuesday 01/14/2020 Regular Meeting 5:30 pm
Tuesday 02/11/2020 Regular Meeting 5:30 pm
Tuesday 03/10/2020 Regular Meeting 5:30 pm
Tuesday 04/14/2020 Regular Meeting 5:30 pm
Tuesday 05/12/2020 Regular Meeting 5:30 pm
Tuesday 06/09/2020 Regular Meeting 5:30 pm
Tuesday 07/14/2020 Regular Meeting 5:30 pm
Tuesday 08/11/2020 Regular Meeting 5:30 pm
Tuesday 09/08/2020 Regular Meeting 5:30 pm
Tuesday 10/13/2020 Regular Meeting 5:30 pm
Tuesday 11/10/2020 Regular Meeting 5:30 pm
Tuesday 12/08/2020 Regular Meeting 5:30 pm
V O L U N T E E R
Puget Sound Energy
Are you prepared if the power goes out? A message from Puget Sound Energy…
We’re acting now to prevent storm-related outages, which is why we spend our summers strengthening our electric system. We’ve been trimming away trees and installing electric cables specifically designed to resist outages caused by branches. We are dedicated to the communities and businesses we serve, to keep you safe and informed through the storm season. Here are some tools and tips we encourage you to utilize.
Ways to report and track outages:
Call PSE at 1-888-225-5773 or 911 to report electrical or natural gas safety hazards.
Never touch or go within 30 feet of downed power lines because they might be energized.
If you smell natural gas, leave the area immediately and call PSE at 1-888-225-5773 or 911.
Never use a natural gas range or charcoal as an indoor heating or cooking source.
If you’re using portable heaters, keep them away from furniture, draperies and other flammable materials.
Always use flashlights instead of candles.
Never run a generator inside the home or business. For more information see our website: PSE.COM
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