Bellevue Fire Dept

Have you seen Simeon? He was last seen this morning at 6:19a on the 3200 block of 158th Ave SE in Bellevue.

Simeon could be wearing the sweatshirt seen in this photo. Police do not believe he's a danger to himself. Please call 911 if you've seen him.

🚨Eastbound SE Newport Way, between 152nd Ave NE and 155th PL SE is closed due to a water main break. Please pack your patience this morning and seek alternate routes.

We need volunteers! If you've ever wanted to help during or after an emergency, now's your chance. Our Office of Emergency Management has launched a new volunteer program. From logistics to communications and outreach, there's a role for everyone.

Learn more and apply: shorturl.at/QJ13I

Five years after rescuing Snowball, Fudge and Mocha from a house fire, we got the sweetest kind of reunion. The homeowner, and pup parent, reached out to let us know everyone was thriving! We love these types of happy endings. 🚒🐾

Bellevue Fire crews were at Vasa Park today for joint for hands-on water rescue training! 🚒🤝 Thanks to our ongoing partnership with Vasa Park, we’re able to sharpen our skills and stay ready for any emergency—on land or lake. #WaterRescue #BellevueFire #VasaPark

A Stage 1 Burn Ban is now in effect countywide. This restricts the burning of any yard waste/debris (which is never permitted in Bellevue). Recreational fires are still allowed as long as they are 25' from structures, 10' from vegetation and are attended at all times.

We are devastated about the ambushed firefighters in Idaho today. Firefighters respond selflessly to protect lives, and no one should ever fear for their safety, especially from violence, while doing this job.

To the community impacted, and to the fire service, we grieve with and stand beside you.

This is important! If you attended our open house at Station 9 on 6/14, you may have been exposed to measles. To learn more about the signs and symptoms of measles: kingcounty.gov/measles.

Image of a CPR mannequin laying on the floor. A person's hands are placed just above the sternum in preparation to performing CPR.

🫀CPR saves lives - kids can (and should) know this lifesaving skill. Empower our youth by registering them for one of our CPR classes geared towards youth ages 10-16. Parents are welcome and encourage to learn alongside your kids. Register for a session on June 28: shorturl.at/JGugG

Image of a Bellevue Firefighter in a rope rescue harness hanging from a tower crane.

Image of two Bellevue Firefighters practicing rope rescue techniques on a training ground.

Image of two Bellevue Firefighters climbing a communications tower to simulate a rescue.

Image of eight Bellevue firefighters learning rope rescue techniques.

Last week some of our rescue technicians spent three days training for tower rescues. From the classroom to climbing a communication tower to rappelling from a tower crane, we train hard so we’re always prepared.

Bellevue Fire is honored and committed to serve everyone in our community with kindness, respect and integrity. Happy Pride! #pridemonth

We're heading into a heat advisory. And while the air may be sweltering, our lakes are still chilly enough to cause cold water shock. Jumping in too fast can be dangerous - even for strong swimmers. Play it safe. Wear a life jacket and keep eyes on those swimming. #ColdWaterSafety #PNWHeat

This morning Taylor and Colette got a “Red Hot Ride to School” with Bellevue Firefighter Brandon. Each year, we donate five of these unique experiences to non-profits in our service area.

There is a large water main break in the intersection of NE 20th St and 148th Ave Ne. All lanes of traffic leading into the intersection will be closed for a while. Pack your patience and find alternative routes

@cityofbellevuewa.bsky.social Utilities PIO is en route to the scene.

Bellevue Police to conduct speeding emphasis throughout May after seeing 163-percent increase in speeding tickets for 2025 (so far) The Bellevue Police Department announced today the agency would begin conducting a speeding emphasis across the city following a crash on Friday, May 2 which killed an 18-year-old individual. Start…

Bellevue Police to conduct speeding emphasis throughout May after seeing 163-percent increase in speeding tickets for 2025 (so far) bellevuebeatblog.com/2025/05/06/b...

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Image of a basket full of healthy snacks given the the nurses at Overlake Medical Center from the Bellevue Fire Department.

It's National Nurses Week and we'd like to recognize the amazing nurses at @overlakemedical.bsky.social for their work! We see firsthand how you serve community with heart. Thanks for being our partners in care. #Nationalnursesweek #Nursesrock

Ladder 103 came to the rescue of baby ducklings trapped in a storm drain. A passerby called it in—unfortunately, mom was nowhere to be found. Crews safely retrieved the them, brought them to Seattle Humane & are happy to share they’re heading to a new home on a lake and five-acre property!

🚨 Traffic Alert 🚨

The intersection of NE 8th Street and 116th Ave NE will be closed until further notice due to a traffic crash resulting in one fatality.

Investigation is ongoing. Please follow all detour routes.

Fire crews from Bellevue and Renton Regional Fire Authority clearing the scene of a fire in Newcastle that burnt a steep slope and back deck of a home. A neighbor, who was attempting to put the fire out when crews arrived, sustained minor burns and was transported to a local hospital.

Image of sevennof the ten administrative staff at the Bellevue Fire Department. They are standing on a deck surrounded by trees and the words happy administrative professionals day is written near their feet.

Happy Administrative Professionals Day! From payroll to chief calendaring and everything in between, we'd be lost without the work of our administrative staff. Thank you for keeping us on track!

Image of community members visiting Bellevue Fire stations during open house events. They are standing next to a fire engine, learning how to use a prop fire extinguisher and spraying a hose at fake fire. Three blue boxes contain the words: Open House this Saturday 4/26 10 am to 4 pm Fire Station 5.

This Saturday, April 26 we are hosting an open house at Fire Station 5 in Clyde Hill! Swing by anytime from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to tour the station, learn hands only CPR, meet your local firefighters and more!

Fire Station 5 is located at 9621 NE 24th St.

Just after 6:30 a.m., fire was dispatched to a T-bone collision in front of the Fred Meyer on 148th Avenue Northeast. Crews worked quickly to rescue a trapped driver. Paramedics transported one of the drivers to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

It's National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week! And we just want to shout out the amazing voices of NORCOM 911! From answering 911 calls to dispatching us to emergencies, we just couldn't do it without you.

Bellevue Fire Department earns reaccreditation 04/04/2025 - The Bellevue Fire Department has again received accreditation from the Center for Public Safety Excellence’s Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI), continuing the departme...

@bvuefd.bsky.social has been continuously accredited since 1998, when it was one of just eight fire departments in the nation with the designation. Today, fewer than 400 fire agencies worldwide have achieved accreditation.

Fire crews responded to a boat fire at the Newport Yacht Basin earlier this morning. On arrival, we found employees using an extinguisher on a smoldering fire aboard a 30’ boat. The fire was quickly contained with no threat to the dock or surrounding boats.

Image of a landslide with text that reads Bellevue Fire spring hazards: landslide and flood preparedness. Saturday, April 5 at 2pm. Newport Way Library 14250 SE Newport Way, Bellevue, WA 98006.

Join us at the Newport Way Library on Saturday, April 5 at 2 p.m. to learn about local landslide & flood risk, disaster preparedness, local emergency alerts, accessible evacuation methods and preparedness strategies for medical devices and medication.

Free! Open to All! No registration required.

The East Metro Training Group is a collaboration between Bellevue and Redmond Fire Departments. After six weeks in EMT school, firefighter recruits are working hard on the fire drill ground.

Oh, hail no! We could be facing lightning, strong, gusty winds, heavy rain and hail up to 1” in diameter this evening, which could lead to power outages, flooding and damage from hail. If you can, stay inside, don't drive through standing water & be prepared for power outages.

Earlier this morning, fire crews responded to a serious collision at NE 8th St near Crossroads Park. Two occupants were transported to local hospitals. @bvuepd.bsky.social is on scene conducting an investigation. Expect the road to be closed for a while.

Image of Bellevue Fire Chief Jay Hagen on the left and Deputy Chief Dave Tait on the right.

Bellevue Fire Chief Jay Hagen (left) announced today he has accepted the position of fire chief in Kalispell, Mont. His last day with the @cityofbellevuewa.bsky.social will be April 25. Deputy Chief Dave Tait (right) will be appointed interim fire chief upon Hagen's departure.