The Port of Seattle Police & Fire Communications unit is located at Sea-Tac Airport and staffed 24/7. The communications center is a primary public safety answering point (PSAP) and handles the police, fire, and medical reques...
Being present for the return of a fallen soldier is a rarely recognized but meaningful and solemn duty performed by the personnel of the Port of Seattle Fire Department. No matter the time of day, no matter the weather, our Fire D...
First Aid, CPR, and AED Training The Port of Seattle Fire Department offers a program to all individuals employed at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) for free instruction of CPR, First Aid, and AED classes. The employ...
As we prepare to permanently house two ARFF Trucks on the west side of the airfield, we are pleased to announce the creation of a Captains position as the on-site officer/supervisor in charge. Please join us in congratulating our ...
Tue, Nov 10, 2020
The Port of Seattle Fire Department (POSFD) is an aircraft rescue firefighting department located at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. This year marks the 65th anniversary of the department which began in 1955 with just 15 fir...
On July 5, 1955 the Port began to provide fire protection and emergency aircraft protection to the airport. It was originally identified as Airport District 23 and had staffing set at 13 persons. The first Chief's position was...
The Port of Seattle Fire Department (POSFD) is an all career department of three Chief Administrators, 90 uniformed personnel, two plan reviewers, and four civilian staff servicing the Seattle-Tacoma International A...
Under the direction of the Medical Director of King County, Dr. Thomas Rea, qualified Firefighter/EMTs and Paramedics throughout the county have answered the call to help put as many Covid vaccines into arms as possible. It's an e...
Sat, May 19, 2018
Only about six percent of career firefighters in the United States are women. Among them is the Port of Seattle's Lisa Kolwitz. As a child, Kolwitz watched her parents advocate for soccer and recreational opportunities for girl...
The Port of Seattle Fire Department trains continuously to remain sharp in all of our highly skilled disciplines. In recent weeks we've been able to participate in some special hands on training opportunities. NIGHT DRILLS...
