Grant County Fire District 8

08/26/2026

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08/18/2026

August 17,2026- We are still looking for one more Resident Firefighter! Accepting applications till 8/21/2026 and interview will be scheduled on 8/27/2026.

Our mission is to protect life, property, and the environment...

08/10/2026

August 10, 2026 - Grant County Fire District 8 is accepting applications for the position of Mechanic. Please see the our website for the job description and employment opportunity announcement.

August 13, 2026 - The application deadline has been extended to September 25, 2026 and the skills test and interview has been changed to October 2, 2026.

Our mission is to protect life, property, and the environment...

07/30/2026

July 30, 2026 - Grant County Fire District 8 is accepting applications for three Resident Firefighter positions and establish an eligibility list for future openings. This is a volunteer position with a monthly stipend based on level of training.

Application Deadline: Friday, August 21, 2026
Oral Interviews: Thursdayday, August 27, 2026

Visit our website to learn more and apply:

Our mission is to protect life, property, and the environment...

07/24/2026

This is a great way to stay informed of emergency incidents in our area.

Don't get caught off guard if there's a wildfire threatening you and your family.

Nixle has been Grant County's official emergency mass nonfiction system since 2012. It's free to subscribe.

Text GCSHERIFF to 888777.

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07/24/2026

Please check here for Railroad Fire updates.

2026 Railroad Fire
UPDate from 7/23/26
We will have a more current update out in the morning with the current approximate acreage and resources on scene.

2026 Railroad Fire
Incident Commander: Ryan Nicholls
Fire Information Phone: 509-281-4768
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: www.facebook.com/sewaimt/
INITIAL UPDATE: July 23, 2026 PM Update Estimated Size: 1200 estimated. More accurate numbers will be available with confirmed mapping.
Containment: Start Date/Time: 07/23/2026 approximately 11 PM
Area of Fire: Near Beverly Washington moving east along Saddle Mountain and Lower Crab Creek area.
Cause: Under investigation
Structures Damaged: Under investigation. Official numbers will be released by Grant County Emergency Management. At 2 PM, they reported that 7 residences were damaged.
Injuries: None
Closures and Evacuation Levels: Level 3 evacuation in all of Beverly, all of the town of Schwana, and if you live along Lower Crab Creek Road up to 5 miles east SR243. Level 1 (get ready) evacuation notice: SR243 from Morrison St in Schwana south to Road 24-SW. For more information on the evacuations and road closures, please visit the Grant County Sheriff's Office Facebook: - https://www.facebook.com/GrantCoSheriff
Update: The fire started at 11 PM Wednesday night. Initial calls reported it near the Railroad Bridge. Local agencies worked all night to slow the forward progress of the fire and protect structures. Thursday morning, State mobilization was approved, and air resources were requested. Mobilization resources were assigned duties as they arrived. Some were sent to the line to support and relieve firefighters working since last night; others were placed on standby for night operations tonight. SE Washington Incident Management Team (IMT), Team 1, assumed command of the fire at 8 PM Thursday, July 23, 2026. Tonight, crews will continue to actively fight the fire when safe to do so. Hot spots around structures will be a focus, with the safety of crews and residents and the protection of property remaining top priorities. There is a Temporary Flight Restriction in place over the fire area. Do not fly your drones in or around the fire. Air resources cannot fly if you do!
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07/24/2026

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of the local businesses and community members that have gone out of their way to support members of our community during this difficult time. Your generosity, compassion, and willingness to help make a meaningful difference, and we truly appreciate everything you are doing.

Yesterday, our volunteers worked to locate families who lost their homes in the recent fire. So far, we have been able to make contact with two of the affected families, and we will continue working to reach anyone else who may need assistance.

If you know of a family that lost their home or have information about someone who has been affected, please contact our main station 81 with any details you can provide. This will help us connect with them and ensure they receive the support and resources they need.

Together, we can make a difference. Thank you for standing with our community during this time.
Office number (509)932-4777
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Queremos expresar nuestro más sincero agradecimiento a todos los negocios locales y miembros de la comunidad que han hecho un esfuerzo adicional para apoyar a los miembros de nuestra comunidad durante estos momentos tan difíciles. Su generosidad, solidaridad y disposición para ayudar significan mucho para todos y realmente apreciamos todo lo que están haciendo.

El día de ayer, nuestro voluntarios estuvieron trabajando para localizar a las familia que perdieron sus hogares a causa del reciente incendio. Hasta el momento hemos logrado ponernos en contacto con dos familia afectadas, y continuaremos nuestros esfuerzos para encontrar y apoyar a todas las personas que necesitan ayuda.

Si usted conoce a alguien que haya perdido su hogar o tiene información sobre personas afectadas por el incendio, porfavor comuníquese con nuestra estación principal 81 y comparta cualquier información. Que pueda ayudarnos a localizarlas. Esto nos permitirá brindarles el apoyo y los recursos que necesitan.

Juntos podemos hacer la diferencia. Gracias por unirse y apoyar a nuestra comunidad en estos momentos tan difíciles.

Número telefónico (509)932-4777

07/23/2026

02/04/2026

Grant County Fire District 8 is accepting applications for the position of Entry-Level Firefighter/EMT to update the hiring list for future positions.

https://gcfd8.net/employment-opportunities

https://dailydispatch.com/firefighter-job/wa-firefighter-emt-entry-level-grant-county-fire-district-8-closing-02-27-26/

Entry-Level Firefighter/EMT Grant County Fire District 8 is accepting applications for the position of Entry-Level Firefighter/EMT to update the hiring list for future positions. Opens: Tuesday, February 3, 2026 Application Deadline: Friday, February 27, 2026 Testing and Interview Process: Physical....