January 20, 2025 Olympia – The State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) is joining safety professionals across the nation to promote the awareness of Community Risk Reduction (CRR) Week, January 20-26, 2025. This annual weeklong event is dedicated to raising awareness within the fire service about the vital role of CRR and how fire departments, regardless of type…
November 25, 2024 Olympia – As the festive season approaches, it’s crucial to prioritize fire safety in our homes to ensure joyful and worry-free holidays for families everywhere. According to the United States Fire Administration, almost one-third of residential Christmas tree fires are caused by electrical problems. Candles and open flames are also a major source…
November 20, 2024 Lewis County - On November 19, 2024, at approximately 11:32 PM, a two-vehicle collision occurred southbound Interstate 5 near milepost 70. A red Toyota Camry struck the center median, becoming disabled and blocking the left lane of travel. A white BMW SUV traveling south struck the Camry, sending the driver of the Camry…
November 4, 2024 Olympia – November 3, 2024, marked the end of Daylight-Saving Time. Please use this milestone as a reminder to replace the batteries in your smoke alarms and refresh fire safety practices within your home. According to the United State Fire Administration, half of all residential fires occur between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.…
November 3, 2024 King County: This is an update and request for information related to the press release that was sent out on October 31, 2024, reference a Felony Hit and Run that occurred on SR 523. The GMC Yukon has been recovered thanks to an alert citizen. WSP detectives are asking for public's help in locating…
October 31, 2024 King County: At approximately 6:30pm yesterday evening, October 30, 2024, Washington State Patrol (WSP) communications received a 9-1-1 call reporting that a car / pedestrian collision occurred eastbound SR 523 near Stone Ave. Upon arriving, troopers found a 23-year-old female in lane 2 of the westbound lanes of SR 523 who was sadly deceased. Through…
November 2, 2024 King County: Washington State Patrol (WSP) detectives are investigating a homicide and are requesting dash cam footage that captured SR 410 between Enumclaw and Greenwater between the dates of October 28th and October 31st. An adult male victim was discovered near the vehicle shown below in this area on October 31, 2024. Please upload any…
October 30, 2024 Olympia, Wash. – The Washington State Patrol (WSP) added 30 newly commissioned troopers to its ranks today during the 119th Trooper Basic Training (TBTC) graduation ceremony held at the state Capitol Rotunda. The graduation marks the completion of more than 1,400 hours of rigorous training, including classroom and practical exercises at the WSP Academy…
October 28, 2024 Spokane, Spokane County - The Washington State Patrol is investigating a shooting which occurred on eastbound Interstate 90 (I-90) between milepost 270 and milepost 276, on Saturday October 5, 2024, around 8:30 p.m. At the time of the shooting, the victim was driving a white 2024 Mercedes Benz 53 SUV. The second vehicle involved…
October 28, 2024 Olympia – As Halloween approaches, the State Fire Marshal’s Office, SFMO, reminds everyone to prioritize safety while enjoying the festivities. Halloween is a fun and exciting time for children and adults, but it also presents safety hazards. The National Fire Protection Association reports that the leading cause of fires during the holidays are because…