Seattle Fire Department

The Seattle Fire Department provides fire protection and emergency medical services to the city of Seattle, Washington, United States. The department is responsible for an area of 142.5 square miles (369 km2), including 193 miles (311 km) of waterfront, with a population of 713,700. There is a total of 1,065 employees with 981 uniformed personnel and 84 civilian employees.

Seattle Fire Department
Operational area
Country United States
State Washington
CitySeattle
Agency overview
Established1889
Annual calls191,112(2018)
Employees
  • 1,065 total employees
  • • 981 uniformed personnel
  • • 84 civilian employees
StaffingCareer
IAFF27, 2898
Facilities and equipment
Battalions6
Stations34
Engines32
Trucks12
Rescues1
Ambulances
  • 9 ALS (Advanced Life Support)
  • 7 BLS (Basic Life Support)
HAZMAT1
USAR1
Wildland1
Fireboats4
Rescue boats1
Website
Official website
IAFF website
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