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Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Politics
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Shoreline Fire Department launches voter-approved regional fire authority
The Shoreline Regional Fire Authority officially launched on Thursday following voters' approval, the Shoreline Fire Department said in a release. The Regional Fire Authority is a special district created to provide additional fire protection and emergency medical services by coordinating resources from neighboring departments, according to the Shoreline Fire Department. The fire authority was voted in through a local election with Proposition 1 and will facilitate faster responses and lower costs for taxpayers, Shoreline Fire says. 'This is a milestone moment,' Shoreline Fire Chief Matt Cowan said. "We will deliver on our commitments to be as efficient as possible with taxpayer dollars while looking for every opportunity to improve our services," he said. For more information on the Shoreline Regional Fire Authority, visit
Yahoo
27-04-2025
- Yahoo
Car crashes into UW clinic in Shoreline, WA
The Brief A woman crashed into the UW clinic site on Saturday morning. There were no injuries reported inside or outside the building. The clinic will remain closed for the rest of the day. SHORELINE, Wash. - A woman and her elderly mother are safe following a crash into the UW clinic in Shoreline on Saturday. Timeline At 7:53 a.m. on Apr. 26, she was driving her mother to the clinic when she hit the gas instead of the brakes. First responders had to extricate the woman's mother from the car. Shoreline Fire reports no one was in the building and there were no injuries. They also say there was no structural damage to the building. The Source Information for this article comes from the Shoreline Fire Department. Othello, WA woman's arrest sparks national debate on immigration enforcement Passenger removed from Seattle plane after making 'inappropriate comment' Jeffrey Zizz charged in kidnapping, murder of WA grandmother How to watch, stream 2025 NFL Draft WA caregiver charged with sexually assaulting disabled teen To get the best local news, weather and sports in Seattle for free, sign up for the daily FOX Seattle Newsletter. Download the free FOX LOCAL app for mobile in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store for live Seattle news, top stories, weather updates and more local and national news.
Yahoo
08-03-2025
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Shoreline home red-tagged after fire, propane tanks found hissing inside
Fire crews in Shoreline put out a two-story house fire on Friday night, but the city red-tagged the home due to damage. Flames could be seen on both floors and in the attic and crews, 'launched an aggressive interior attack,' according to the Shoreline Fire Department. Shoreline FD says while searching through the home, crews found a propane tank on fire and hissing but quickly put it out before it could cause any additional damage. No injuries were reported and nobody was home during the fire, according to the Shoreline Fire Department. The city was concerned due to the damage of the fire so it was red-tagged and residents were not allowed to enter, according to a Facebook post.
Yahoo
14-02-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Shoreline, Northshore Fire Departments to merge After voter approval
Two fire departments in North King County are declaring victory, as it looks like voters have approved a measure to combine the departments into one body. The Shoreline Fire Department and Northshore Fire Department – which serves Kenmore and Lake Forest Park – have worked hand-in-hand under a services contract since 2022. And now, the departments are looking to solidify that collaboration as a Regional Fire Authority. 'This creates stability. We don't have to worry about the contracts for services expiring or being terminated if you get some kind of change in leadership,' said Shoreline firefighter Erik Ingraham, who helped lead the campaign in support of Prop 1. The ballot measure was overwhelmingly supported by firefighters and city leaders, including Kenmore Mayor Nigel Herbig. 'Integrating them fully into each other, I think, we'll get some options out of it – we'll get some better response times, we'll have a safer city and I think we'll have a better department for it,' said Herbig. Fire officials point out that, along with improved service and training, this will also save taxpayer dollars. 'The chief has done an analysis, and he's determined that 100% of homeowners and 98% of property owners are going to see the benefits on their tax statements from this regional fire authority,' said Ingraham. The Regional Fire Authority is expected to take effect in May. As of Thursday, two-thirds of voters were in support. Shoreline Fire Chief Matt Cowan released a statement, saying, 'This decision reflects our communities' shared commitment to public safety, preparedness, and service excellence. I want to express my deepest gratitude to everyone who engaged in this process—those who asked questions, attended meetings, and voted. Your support strengthens our ability to serve you and protect our residents when it matters most.'
