IAFF Local 2874

Early Saturday morning, Squamish Fire Rescue was dispatched to a vehicle submerged in water on Squamish Valley Road, with people trapped inside. Crews arrived to find the vehicle already partially submerged and continuing to sink, with four people and their dog unable to escape.

With frigid water temperatures and time working against them, the captain of D shift told his crew “go!” They entered the water, rescued all four occupants and their dog, and had them in ambulances within 8 minutes!! This remarkably quick rescue is a direct result of our firefighters with specialized water rescue training. Two members worked quickly to bring everyone safely back to shore, where they were treated for hypothermia. Thankfully, all occupants are expected to make a full recovery after the “ruff” ride!

In emergencies like this, every second matters—especially in winter water conditions. Beyond their core training, firefighters are equipped with a wide range of rescue skills, including advanced water rescue, to provide life-saving interventions when it matters most.

Way to go SFR! 🙌🏼

Amazing rescue today by our IAFF Local 2874 members working alongside our SFFA POC staff!

This is yet another example of the incredible, value-added service your professional fire crews provide to our community every single day—at no extra cost.

Huge appreciation to this dedicated team for their outstanding work and commitment to keeping Squamish safe. Truly an exceptional effort by an exceptional group of people!

# District of Squamish

Today we remember the men and women who served and sacrificed for our freedom.

Lest we forget.

— IAFF Local 2874

Big thanks to

Jamie Pierotti, Aaron Foote

for all your support! Congrats for being top fans on a streak 🔥!

🎃 Thank you, Squamish! (Part 2) 🎃

Our Pumpkin Drop truly was a community effort! A heartfelt thank-you to the Squamish Firefighters Association for helping make this event possible and to GFL Environmental for generously donating their services to keep everything running smoothly. 💚🚛

It’s partnerships like these — along with the incredible support from our neighbours — that make events like this such a success. Together, we raised funds for the BC Professional Fire Fighters Burn Fund and shared another amazing day with our community. 🙌🔥

3000lbs of pumpkin is HUGE!

🎃 Thank you, Squamish! 🎃

Our Pumpkin Drop was another smashing success!

🍂🧡 A huge thank you to everyone who came out to support the BC Professional Fire Fighters Burn Fund and celebrate with Squamish Fire Rescue and IAFF Local 2874.

Events like this are what make our community so special — neighbours coming together, families having fun, and everyone contributing to a cause that helps burn survivors across B.C. 🙌

Your generosity and community spirit continue to inspire us. 💪🔥

🎃🔥 Pumpkin Drop is back! 🔥🎃

Join Squamish Fire Rescue for a smashing good time!
Bring your pumpkin and watch it plummet from the top of the hose tower, smashing spectacularly at the bottom—all in support of the BC Burn Fund. 🧡

📅 Sunday, November 2, 2025
🕐 1 PM – 3 PM
📍 Squamish Firehall 1, 37890 Clarke Dr
💰 By Donation

Come for the fun, support a great cause, and give your pumpkin a smashing send-off! 🕷️🦇

Today Local 2874 honoured the 343 fallen FDNY Firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 11, 2001.

Four of our brothers donned full gear and climbed 110 storeys in Alex Munro Fire Hall 1.

We will never forget the bravery and sacrifice of the first responders, civilians, and all those affected by the tragic events that day.

Today we climb together in remembrance and unity.

9/11 - we will never forget.

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