VRFA Blotter Motor vehicle accidents, motorcycle rider rescue, bark fire more

Auburn, WALocal News

The Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) managed multiple emergency calls from August 18 to August 24, 2025, including a bark fire in Auburn and several motor vehicle accidents. On August 18, firefighters quickly extinguished a small bark fire after arriving on scene. The following day, they responded to an adult female suffering neck pain from a removed tracheostomy tube, who was subsequently taken to Harborview Medical Center. On August 20, VRFA evaluated a patient involved in a single-vehicle accident, and on August 21, they responded to an injury accident at Pacific Raceway. A pickup truck accident on August 22 resulted in no injuries, but the damaged telephone pole required reporting to PSE.

A notable rescue occurred on August 23, involving a motorcycle rider who fell down a steep embankment, requiring a technical rope rescue. After treatment on the scene, the rider was transported to Harborview Medical Center for further care. These incidents emphasize the VRFA's ongoing dedication to community safety and their readiness to respond to various emergencies.

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