Unfortunately, due to unexpected circumstances, we have to cancel the Lynden Fill The Boot event at the Lynden Fair. We apologize for any inconvenience and will keep you posted when the next event is scheduled! ... See MoreSee Less
An exciting week for our members at Bellingham Fire Department! Bellingham's Apparatus Spec Committee made the trip to Appleton, WI this week for final inspection of their newest fire engine, set to go into service at the beginning of September! ... See MoreSee Less
Friends and supporters: This is incredibly important and difficult work. And from time to time we need your help to ensure we can deliver on the service, lives saved, and the promise of that response.
Whatcom County Fire District 21 is North Whatcom Fire and Rescue and they are asking voters to RENEW critical funding that provides the ability to maintain response, and ensure it can be improved as the population grows, and the requests for response increase. If Proposition 2024-17 is on your ballot, then we encourage you to approve the renewal of your such important funding. Thank you!
Your Whatcom County Firefighters are proud to represent you! Stay safe!
We need your support to ensure that your services can continue to keep up with 911 call demand, population growth, and increasing costs to maintain what is now.
Vote YES on Proposition 2024-17 and turn in your ballot by August 6th.
If you live in Birch Bay, Blaine, Lynden, Custer, Greenwood, Semiahmoo and Wiser Lake areas then Whatcom County Fire District 21 is YOUR Fire Department. They are called North Whatcom Fire and Rescue.
On August 6 you will be asked to RENEW your critical funding that help provide those important services. In order to meet increasing service demands, population growth, and ensure your firefighters have the necessary tools, equipment, and facilities to provide you the highest level of fire and emergency medical services, your support is necessary. THIS IS NOT A NEW TAX or FUNDING measure. Help us inform the rest!
Approval will provide more firefighters, another response unit to address the almost 50% increase in 911 calls in the last 10 years, and important funding to ensure we can address the facilities for which all these resources are housed.
Union firefighters have to be active at times in politics because those tasked with making decisions about your public safety need to hear from the experts who provide the service to best understand the needs and risk. We take a stance on issues regarding public safety so that we can have a seat at the table, and not be on the menu. They're many worthy things to provide in local government, but we know you value your FIRE/EMS delivery. We are proud to live, work, and raise our families here.
We are grateful for your support and will continue to provide the highest levels of service with the resources you provide. Thank you Whatcom County! #whatcomffs#IAFF... See MoreSee Less
Something that seems to happen every year is kids falling out of upper story windows. More on that...
🚨Who is most at risk?
We see the highest number of window falls happening with children between ages 2 to 5 years old, but not exclusively. And while we see more window falls with boys, we advise securing accessible windows for all children under 7 years old. Prioritize the kids’ bedrooms and play areas, as well as upstairs windows and any window more than 6 feet off the ground.
🚨Tips to prevent window falls:
⭐️Limit window openings to 4 inches or less by adding a window stop, which can be purchased online or at a hardware store. ⭐️If a window must be open more than 4 inches, use an operable ⭐️window guard. ⭐️Choose window stops/guards that can be removed by an adult in an emergency (but avoid letting your child watch you remove one). ⭐️Only open windows that are outside of a child’s reach or climbing distance. ⭐️Keep furniture away from windows to discourage little climbers. ⭐️Teach children not to play near windows, but don’t rely on them to remember that. ⭐️Consider planting grass or shrubbery beneath windows to soften the impact in case of a fall.
🚨What doesn’t stop a window fall?
⭐️Window screens. They are designed to keep bugs out, not kids in! The weight of even a small child will push the screen off. ⭐️Parental supervision. Caregivers are often present at the time of a fall but are often distracted by meal preparation or caring for other children. Falls happen quickly, sometimes right in front of a parent or caregiver.
Unfortunately, due to unexpected circumstances, we have to cancel the Lynden Fill The Boot event at the Lynden Fair. We apologize for any inconvenience and will keep you posted when the next event is scheduled! ... See MoreSee Less
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An exciting week for our members at Bellingham Fire Department! Bellingham's Apparatus Spec Committee made the trip to Appleton, WI this week for final inspection of their newest fire engine, set to go into service at the beginning of September! ... See MoreSee Less
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Hey Whatcom County! Return your ballot and make sure your voice is heard! Vote YES for Fire & EMS!
#WhatcomFFs #IAFF #WSCFF
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My kid's first time voting. They asked me what this voting item was. I said, "Do you want to fund the fire department?". Was an easy sell.
Friends and supporters: This is incredibly important and difficult work. And from time to time we need your help to ensure we can deliver on the service, lives saved, and the promise of that response.
Whatcom County Fire District 21 is North Whatcom Fire and Rescue and they are asking voters to RENEW critical funding that provides the ability to maintain response, and ensure it can be improved as the population grows, and the requests for response increase. If Proposition 2024-17 is on your ballot, then we encourage you to approve the renewal of your such important funding. Thank you!
Your Whatcom County Firefighters are proud to represent you! Stay safe!
#IAFF #wscff #wearebettertogether ... See MoreSee Less
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North Whatcom Fire and Rescue is Whatcom County Fire District 21 on your election ballot.
We need your support to ensure that your services can continue to keep up with 911 call demand, population growth, and increasing costs to maintain what is now.
Vote YES on Proposition 2024-17 and turn in your ballot by August 6th.
Thank you! #whatcomffs #IAFF ... See MoreSee Less
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Congrats to these guys ! And vote YES 🚒
Congratulations!
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If you live in Birch Bay, Blaine, Lynden, Custer, Greenwood, Semiahmoo and Wiser Lake areas then Whatcom County Fire District 21 is YOUR Fire Department. They are called North Whatcom Fire and Rescue.
On August 6 you will be asked to RENEW your critical funding that help provide those important services. In order to meet increasing service demands, population growth, and ensure your firefighters have the necessary tools, equipment, and facilities to provide you the highest level of fire and emergency medical services, your support is necessary. THIS IS NOT A NEW TAX or FUNDING measure. Help us inform the rest!
Approval will provide more firefighters, another response unit to address the almost 50% increase in 911 calls in the last 10 years, and important funding to ensure we can address the facilities for which all these resources are housed.
Thank you! We love serving our communities! Stay safe. #whatcomffs #IAFF #wscff ... See MoreSee Less
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Union firefighters have to be active at times in politics because those tasked with making decisions about your public safety need to hear from the experts who provide the service to best understand the needs and risk. We take a stance on issues regarding public safety so that we can have a seat at the table, and not be on the menu. They're many worthy things to provide in local government, but we know you value your FIRE/EMS delivery. We are proud to live, work, and raise our families here.
We are grateful for your support and will continue to provide the highest levels of service with the resources you provide. Thank you Whatcom County! #whatcomffs #IAFF ... See MoreSee Less
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Something that seems to happen every year is kids falling out of upper story windows. More on that...
🚨Who is most at risk?
We see the highest number of window falls happening with children between ages 2 to 5 years old, but not exclusively. And while we see more window falls with boys, we advise securing accessible windows for all children under 7 years old. Prioritize the kids’ bedrooms and play areas, as well as upstairs windows and any window more than 6 feet off the ground.
🚨Tips to prevent window falls:
⭐️Limit window openings to 4 inches or less by adding a window stop, which can be purchased online or at a hardware store.
⭐️If a window must be open more than 4 inches, use an operable ⭐️window guard.
⭐️Choose window stops/guards that can be removed by an adult in an emergency (but avoid letting your child watch you remove one).
⭐️Only open windows that are outside of a child’s reach or climbing distance.
⭐️Keep furniture away from windows to discourage little climbers.
⭐️Teach children not to play near windows, but don’t rely on them to remember that.
⭐️Consider planting grass or shrubbery beneath windows to soften the impact in case of a fall.
🚨What doesn’t stop a window fall?
⭐️Window screens. They are designed to keep bugs out, not kids in! The weight of even a small child will push the screen off.
⭐️Parental supervision. Caregivers are often present at the time of a fall but are often distracted by meal preparation or caring for other children. Falls happen quickly, sometimes right in front of a parent or caregiver.
Help your Whatcom Firefighters keep you safe. Thank you! #IAFF #WhatcomFFs ... See MoreSee Less
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