Skamania County Fire District 6

06/09/2026

One of our Fire Commissioner’s dog is missing and was last seen about the midpoint of the 9039 Rd. She is a yellow Lab and her name is Ginger. Last known coordinates: 46.09194 -121,98600
If you see her, please message us here for contact info. Thank you!

05/15/2026

During the last SCFD6 Fire Commissioner's Meeting, our Commissioner's passed Resolution 2026-2 which changes the date & time of their monthly open public meeting. Moving forward, the meetings will be held the 3rd Saturday of each month at 10 am at SCFD6 Fire Station.

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05/02/2026

Update on Cell Tower Status: SCFD6 personnel have verified that the Mitchel Peak tower is currently out of propane. Communication with the propane provider indicates a delivery is scheduled for tomorrow, and the tower is expected to be operational soon!

04/30/2026

Great things are happening for our Fire District!

Press Release

Skamania County, WA —
In a major step forward for rural resilience and clean energy innovation, Skamania County Fire Protection District No. 6, an off-grid, all-volunteer fire district, has been awarded a Washington State Department of Commerce Energy Division Clean Energy Grant to fund a, not to exceed, $376,000.00 microgrid.

This transformative investment marks a turning point for the District, which currently relies entirely on fossil fuel-powered generators. The new solar and battery microgrid will deliver continuous, renewable power, dramatically enhancing the District’s ability to protect lives, support first responders, and serve nearby residents, especially during emergencies.

Once operational, the microgrid will strengthen regional disaster response capabilities, ensure reliable communication, and provide a resilient energy backbone when it is needed most. Integrated with existing generators, the system will allow the fire station to function as a fully equipped command and coordination hub, supporting field crews, helicopter operations, and mutual aid responders during critical incidents.

In addition, the microgrid will maintain a consistent Starlink internet connection, creating a vital lifeline for the community. Residents and responders alike will have a dependable location to access emergency updates, contact loved ones, and coordinate essential aid during disasters and power outages.

The Grant for the Skamania County Fire Protection District No. 6 Off-Grid Microgrid is supported with funding from Washington’s Climate Commitment Act. The CCA supports Washington’s climate action efforts by putting cap-and-invest dollars to work reducing climate pollution, creating jobs, and improving public health. Information about the CCA is available at www.climate.wa.gov.

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04/29/2026

Thanks to the assistance of Skamania EMS & Rescue and AT&T FirstNet, Skamania County Fire District #6 has established a temporary communications tower in the Swift Community area to support emergency service personnel with improved cell phone connectivity during incidents.

At this time, the district is actively evaluating whether all cellular carriers can access 911 services through this temporary signal, or if access is limited to FirstNet providers.

We will continue to keep the Swift Community residents and visitors informed as more information becomes available. In the meantime, emergency assistance can still be requested using the traditional emergency call alarm button located at the Fire Station.

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04/23/2026

The cell tower that serves our response area has been inoperable for about a week now with no known date of repair. If an emergency occurs and you can’t reach 911, press the alarm button located below the emergency phone that’s just to the right of our entry door. See the pinned post for pictures.

03/14/2026

Updated information on the landslide, I-5 Northbound, just north of Woodland, WA.

03/14/2026

Info on landslide shutting down I-5 northbound at Woodland, WA. No current known reports of issues on Forest Service 90 Rd, Curley Creek Rd or Wind River Rd.

01/04/2026

Please drive carefully out there!
Your SCFD6 volunteers responded to a single vehicle, rollover accident earlier this afternoon. Thankfully there were no injuries- a testament to seat belts and air bags!
This is the second accident we’ve had at this curve (mile marker 11-11.5) on the FS 90 in the past two months. Stay safe and have a Happy New Year!

11/17/2025

Great info and time to prepare!