Whatcom County Professional Fire Fighters

A massive shoutout to all our members on BFD's Ski to Sea team, they brought home 1st place in the Corporate Division and placed 7th overall out of 500 teams. Incredible work!

Today we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

Never Forgotten.

Happy from your Whatcom County Firefighters!

That's a wrap! Over the past week, I had the opportunity to attend the International Association of Fire Fighters' Advanced Communications Training Academy in Washington, D.C.

This is the IAFF's most advanced communications course, with hands-on training in crisis messaging, social media and AI tools, digital campaign strategy, working with the press, writing op-eds, and congressional messaging.

Just as valuable was the chance to connect with Local presidents, vice presidents, secretaries, and fellow communications directors from across the country, along with leaders from our state organizations. Those relationships make all of us stronger.

Proud to represent Local 106 and bring these tools back to Whatcom County!

- Oscar Sigl
Communications Director, Local 106

Ricky Walsh - IAFF 7th District
International Association of Fire Fighters

Today, May 4th, we honor International Firefighters Day.

To all of our fellow brothers and sisters, thank you. Thank you for the missed holidays, the middle-of-the-night tones, and the moments you put someone else's worst day ahead of your own.

Today we also remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten.

🔥

Recognizing the work fire fighters do every day – on the fire ground and in their communities.

Our Lynden firefighters had a great time visiting Lynden Middle School for Career Day and connecting with students about the fire service!

🚒 If you’re in the Lynden area, be sure to follow the Lynden Firefighters page to stay connected with your local crews and community events. 👨‍🚒👩‍🚒

Huge congratulations to our brothers and sisters who were recognized at Station 1 yesterday! Stefen Paige was promoted to Fire Captain, Tom Kettman to Division Chief of Communications, and five of our newest paramedics: Emily Thompson, Andrey Baydak, Hunter Stopenhagen, Benson Laurie, and Trey Davis, received their pins. We're proud of each and every one of them!

Worker Memorial Day is a time to remember those lost due to workplace injuries and illness. Join the community on April 28th at 12pm to honor their memory and support safer workplaces.

It's time again for the Future Women in EMS and Fire Workshop!

May 2-3, 2026. This workshop is designed for women in Whatcom County, age 18 or older, who are interested in pursuing a career in EMS and/or as a Firefighter.

Complete the online application by the April 27 deadline to be considered!

Those selected will participate in instruction, demonstrations, and discussions hosted by women from various agencies around Whatcom County.

Apply today, link in Comments ⬇️

Photo credit: Lemon Wing

🚒🐣 Happy Easter from your Local 106 firefighters!