King County Fire Protection District #47

09/04/2026

The meeting will be at the Muckleshoot library (39917 Auburn Enumclaw Rd SE, Auburn) on Sept. 8, starting at 6 p.m.

The Enumclaw Plateau Community Association is holding a public meeting for people to ask the agency questions and explore plausible solutions.

08/11/2026

Yesterday around 5:45 PM Engine 89, Engine 88 and Aid 88 were dispatched to a single vehicle accident involving injuries. Upon arrival Engine 89 located a motorcycle and the rider in critical condition near SE Green River Headworks Rd & Cumberland Kanaskat Rd SE. It was unknown how long the patient had been down and units immediately began life saving measures.

Medic One was dispatched to assist with advanced care and the patient was life flighted to Harbor view Medical Center for further treatment.

We would like to thank all of our partner agencies who assisted Puget Sound Fire, Enumclaw Fire Department, King County Medic One, King County Sheriff's Office and Airlift Northwest.

Without them we would not have been able to get the patient quickly to the care that was needed.

08/08/2026

🔥 STAGE 2 BURN BAN IS IN EFFECT 🔥

For everyone’s safety, recreational fires and outdoor burning including yard debris and land clearing are prohibited at this time.

✅ Outdoor gas grills and BBQs are still permitted when used on a non-combustible surface, such as concrete.

Please help reduce wildfire risk by following the burn ban and using extra caution outdoors.

07/30/2026

With heavy hearts, Lacey Fire District 3 mourns the loss of Firefighter Jake Johnson.
 
Jake was a firefighter, a teammate, and a friend who answered the call to serve others with courage and compassion. His loss is felt deeply by everyone who knew him and served alongside him.
 
Over the past several days, we have witnessed an extraordinary outpouring of love and support from our community and from people far beyond it. The prayers, messages of hope, and countless acts of kindness shared on Jake’s behalf have been a powerful reminder of the impact he had on those around him and the strength of the fire service family and the communities we serve.
 
We extend our deepest gratitude to the responding crews from Olympia and Tumwater Fire Departments, and the teams at Providence St. Peter Hospital and Harborview Medical Center who cared for Jake throughout this journey. These dedicated professionals provided extraordinary skill, compassion, and unwavering commitment. The care and kindness they showed Jake and his family will never be forgotten.
 
Our hearts are with Jake’s family, his loved ones, his friends, and everyone grieving this unimaginable loss. We ask that you continue to keep them in your thoughts and prayers and respect their privacy in the days ahead.
 
Details regarding memorial services will be shared as they become available.
 
Jake, you will always be remembered as a firefighter, a teammate, and a friend. Our Lacey Fire family will carry you with us.

07/30/2026

Residents of Ravensdale. 🚨

If you haven’t already voted, now is the time to fill out your ballot and get it returned. Whether you drop it in the mail or use a local ballot box, make sure your voice is heard.

Proposition No. 1 for King County Fire Protection District #47 directly impacts the resources we rely on to respond when you call for help. This isn’t just about funding it’s about maintaining the level of service, and emergency response our community depends on every day.

Take a few minutes today to complete and return your ballot before the August 2nd deadline. Every vote truly matters.

07/21/2026

Ballots for the August 4th special election have officially been delivered to mailboxes across King County.

If you haven’t checked yours yet, now is the time.
Proposition No. 1 for King County Fire Protection District #47 is on the ballot.

This measure would restore the levy to $1.00 per $1,000 of assessed value, the same rate voters previously approved to support reliable fire and EMS services in our community.

Your vote directly impacts response times, staffing, equipment, and the level of care we’re able to provide when emergencies happen.

Please take a few minutes to review your ballot, make your voice heard, and return it as soon as possible.
Every vote counts, and your participation helps ensure we can continue serving you when it matters most.

07/15/2026

Thinking about a career in EMS or the fire service? The STAR Program is offering a tuition‑free 12‑week EMT course in Bellevue, with classes on Monday and Thursday evenings plus all‑day Saturdays.
This is an awesome opportunity for future first responders, especially people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, and veterans who want to serve diverse communities.
Applications are due July 17, 2026 – scan the QR code in the image or visit the link to apply today and share this with anyone who should be on the front lines with us.

07/15/2026

In just a few days, King County will start mailing ballots for the August 4th special election, and Proposition No. 1 for King County Fire Protection District #47 will be on there.

Our fire district’s levy rate has gradually dropped to about $0.54 per $1,000 of assessed value due to limits on annual property tax growth, even though districts are authorized up to $1.50.

Proposition No. 1 would restore the levy to $1.00 per $1,000, starting in 2026 for collection in 2027, which is the same rate voters approved back in 2008 to support local fire and EMS services.

This week is a great time to make sure your voter registration and mailing address are up to date so you’re ready when your ballot arrives, every vote on Proposition No. 1 will help determine the future of fire protection and emergency medical response in our community.

07/06/2026

What does Proposition No. 1 mean for our community?🚨

King County Fire Protection District No. 47 provides fire protection and emergency medical services to local residents. While Washington fire districts are authorized to levy up to $1.50 per $1,000 of assessed property value, the District's current rate has gradually declined to approximately $0.54 per $1,000 due to state limits on annual property tax growth.

The proposed measure would restore the levy rate to $1.00 per $1,000 of assessed value beginning in 2026 for collection in 2027. This would represent an increase of $0.46 per $1,000 of assessed value. A levy rate of $1.00 per $1,000 was previously approved by District voters in 2008.

The purpose of the levy restoration is to help maintain current levels of fire protection, emergency medical response, firefighter safety, and other essential emergency services for the community.

A lot of changes have taken place since the District’s humble beginnings in the late 1950s and early 1960s; perhaps most notably is the number of people now living under #47’s coverage area. The District covers 26 square miles in Rural Southeast King County and serves over 3000 residents and vistiors.

03/29/2026