Walla Walla County Fire District #4

Walla Walla County Fire District #4 Fire, Rescue, & Emergency Medical Services for Walla Walla County Fire District 4
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06/12/2026

Fire District #4 is responsible for staffing the ARFF truck 30 minutes prior to and 15 minutes after every scheduled commercial flight. Alaska Airlines operates daily flights to and from Seattle.

Initial training for ARFF certification is composed of a 40-hour CFR.139 training course. Annual continuing education and training are required to maintain certification. The completion of this contract with the Port is an efficient and cost-effective method to provide ARFF services while also enhancing the level of service provided to the citizens of Fire District #4.

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06/10/2026

They train to save lives — including each other’s.

When a firefighter goes down inside a structure fire, there is no time to figure it out in the moment. Every second counts and every move has to be intentional. This is the training that prepares Fire District 4 crews to locate a downed firefighter, remove gear, perform CPR, and deliver positive pressure oxygen.

The same people who show up for this community show up for one another, too.

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06/08/2026

The best time to prepare for an emergency is before one happens.

1) Make sure your house numbers are large and visible from the street — when seconds matter, our crews need to find you fast.
2)Test your smoke detectors monthly and change the batteries once a year.
3) Know two ways out of every room in your home, and pick a meeting spot outside so everyone knows where to go. Practice it as a family so that when the stress is real, the plan is automatic.
4) Learn basic medical techniques like CPR, the recovery position, how to spot a stroke (Remember "FAST" - Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911.
5) None of these require advanced training and any one of them could save someone’s life before we ever arrive on scene.

You don't have to be a first responder to make a difference. You just have to be ready.

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06/06/2026

Here's a little behind-the-scenes look at one of our trainings.

Plus, learning to neatly wrap ratchet straps while not in use is a good life skill for everyone.

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No two days look the same here — and that’s exactly how we like it. A year at Fire District 4 means starting January wit...
06/03/2026

No two days look the same here — and that’s exactly how we like it.

A year at Fire District 4 means starting January with a brand new fire academy class, watching recruits grow from their first day at the drill tower all the way to graduation in the Spring.

It means standing by at the drag races and the rodeos, teaching kids in local elementary schools how to stay safe, and providing fire protection for every commercial flight at Walla Walla Regional Airport.

It means hydrant testing, wildland training, community outreach, and showing up for this town in more ways than most people ever see.

We don't just respond to emergencies — we are woven into the fabric of this community every single month of the year.

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06/01/2026

Eight hours in the arena…just in case. We sent two of our Firefighter/EMTs to volunteer at the Washington State High School Rodeo Association State Finals.

We have a presence at many community events simply to ensure it all goes smoothly, and most of the time, people don’t even know we’re there. Whether it’s the drag races, the fair, Crashfest, or the rodeo, our team is there so that this community can cheer, compete, and celebrate without worry.

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05/29/2026

We responded to over 1,241 emergency calls in 2025 while conducting regular training and providing event support and education to our community. Here's how we do it all.

Our career staff consists of the Fire Chief, Deputy Chief, two Lieutenant/EMTs, a Lieutenant/Paramedic, a Captain/Training Officer, three firefighter/EMTs, three firefighter/paramedics, one firefighter/mechanic, and one administrator.

The backbone of the fire district is our dedicated volunteer firefighters, officers, EMTs, First Responders, and support personnel. Our entire operation utilizes approximately 79 people.

The District is governed by a three-member elected Board of Commissioners, each serving six-year staggered terms. The Board, responsible for the overall management, is focused on meeting the community’s needs today while preparing for future challenges.

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05/27/2026

Most people have heard of the Jaws of Life, but very few people have seen what they actually do.

The Jaws of Life isn’t one tool — it’s a system. Chief Golden breaks down exactly what this equipment is designed for and how it works. You can see that the training behind it matters just as much as the tool itself.

This footage was taken from an extrication training. When we do our trainings, to make the most of time and resources, we partner with our other departments, WWFD and CPFD. Extrication is when we cut open a vehicle, learn the angles, the pressure points, and the fastest and safest path to get to someone who is trapped and running out of time.

This is the kind of training that never makes the news. It happens quietly, behind the scenes, so that when the moment comes — and it does come — these crews are ready without hesitation. Most people spend their whole lives never knowing what goes into a rescue like this.

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05/25/2026

Many people mistakenly use the terms "EMT" and "Paramedic" interchangeably.

Our own Paige Senter explains the difference between the two. Both roles are crucial to supporting our community.

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When our neighbors call for help, we are there. Whether they live across the street or across the river, we are there. W...
05/24/2026

When our neighbors call for help, we are there. Whether they live across the street or across the river, we are there. We are, neighbors helping neighbors!

Walla Walla County Fire District 4 mobilized a Command Unit and a Wildland Fire Engine along with resources from College Place Fire Department and Walla Walla County Fire District #8. These mutual aid resources responded Saturday afternoon to Benton County to assist with a large Wildland fire.

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2251 S. Howard Street
Walla Walla, WA
99362

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