Animals Rescued From Structure Fire

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Crews remain on scene and are still working to fully extinguish a residential fire that was dispatched at 3:43 this afternoon.
The home is located on Old Cedars Place NW and was fully involved upon the arrival of crews from Central Kitsap Fire and Rescue. The call was upgraded to a second alarm and units from neighboring agencies also responded.
Nobody was home at the time of the fire.
Due to its location and lack of hydrants, a strike team of tenders were deployed to shuttle water for hours from an area off Clear Creek Road.
The home, a large detached garage/shop, several outbuildings and a boat have been destroyed.
There are no injuries to civilians or fire crews. Numerous animals were rescued by fire crews including goats, chickens, dogs and cats.
The Kitsap Humane Society responded to help care for the animals on scene and the Red Cross has been dispatched to assist the family. The County Fire Marshal will investigate the cause.
CKFRs Rehab Unit also responded to ensure the safety and wellness of firefighters on scene. Making sure they were hydrated, cooled down, and healthy. Rehabs crew couldn’t stage right next to the scene so they carted in water, food, and medical supplies. Rehab also refills the firefighter’s tanks as needed.
Thank you to our mutual aid partners – Poulsbo Fire Department and Bremerton Fire.

Rollover on Silverdale Way

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CKFR and Poulsbo Fire units responded to a single vehicle rollover with entrapment on Silverdale Way at 3:35 this afternoon. Crews stabilized the vehicle and removed the roof to get the driver, the sole occupant of the vehicle, out. He was then transported to a local hospital by Medic 71. 

Kitchen Fire Extinguished Quickly

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At 12:30 this afternoon, Central Kitsap Fire and Rescue received a call of a residential kitchen fire in the 500 block of Peter Hagen Road NW, Bremerton.

While en route crews learned that the home’s occupants had evacuated, but a neighbor had gone back inside in an attempt to extinguish the fire.

Upon arrival light smoke was showing and all occupants, including the neighbor, were out.

The fire had started on the stove with extension to the ceiling and was making its way out of one of the vents on the front of the house. Firefighters were able to extinguish it quickly and checked for hot spots.

The fire damage was contained to the kitchen, but there is smoke damage throughout the home.

Crews from the Bremerton Fire Department also responded.

GET OUT AND STAY OUT!
Fire and smoke spread so quickly that when your smoke alarms sound, get out immediately and call 9-1-1 from OUTSIDE. NEVER re-enter a burning building.

Central Kitsap Fire & Rescue Presents Annual Awards

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Each year Central Kitsap Fire & Rescue takes time to honor its own employees for outstanding work in the fire service.  Employees nominate the person they feel is deserving of each title.  The 2017 Annual Awards were presented earlier this week and the department is pleased to announce the recipients along with a few of the kind words that were shared about them by their coworkers.

Staff Employee of the Year Award

Awarded to the employee for his/her countless hours of outstanding work, dedication and professionalism.  His/her many contributions have improved processes and programs for the Fire District.

 Robert Morley, IT Manager

“Bob is highly competent, kind, and his solutions to IT problems are focused on the internal customer.”

“We may take it for granted how well our technology works in our organization but we would not be anywhere near as successful as we are if it weren’t for the work of Mr. Morley.”

“Bob understands the “fire service” and our need to provide the service to our citizens at ALL times.”

 

Volunteer Member of the Year Award

Awarded to a member of the District who demonstrates exceptional performance and dedication to the District and the community. The Volunteer of the Year has exercised a significant time commitment to the District and community through participating in District activities and emergency support responses.

Carlos Suazo, Volunteer Captain

 “A goal he has set, and met, since taking on the recruiting is to ensure any prospective candidate will be contacted within 24 hours of their submitting an interest form.”

“Carlos developed the CKFR Volunteer orientation program to provide the initial training to new volunteers on expectations, roles and responsibilities.”

“He fights for these individuals and for our volunteer program every day and is not afraid to tackle uncomfortable issues.”

 

Career Firefighter of the Year Award

Awarded to a member of the District (Chief, Officer, Apparatus Operator, Firefighter or Paramedic) who exemplifies and demonstrates exceptional performance and leadership and is a model and example to other members of the District. The Firefighter of the Year has exercised continuous professionalism and dedication to both their fellow employees and the community.

 Sascha Ebert, Apparatus Operator

“He is committed daily to becoming better at his job and is eager to train and teach others.”

“Never asking someone to do something that he would not do himself.”

“Always looking out for the good of the district, its citizens and individual employees.”

“Sascha has been an influential person to my career development.”

 

Fire Chief’s Leadership Award

This award is bestowed upon a Department member who exemplifies and demonstrates leadership that serves the model and example for others through program direction, program success, and program recognition.

 The Fire Chief determined that this award goes to all of our members that were here during 2017.

 One example from the nominations: “I know that this is a bit sentimental, but this award should go to our whole organization. From top to bottom, we have all been working hard to make Central Kitsap Fire & Rescue work. I’m a shift rover and I see nothing but positive attitudes overwhelmingly shine through the Department. I think this would be a good time to stop, smile, take a deep breath and look forward to the great future that lies ahead of us.”

Burn Ban in Kitsap County

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Kitsap County Fire Marshal Announces Stage 1 Burn Ban in Kitsap County

A Stage 1 ban on outdoor burning goes into effect at 8 a.m. on Friday August 19 for all of unincorporated Kitsap County.  Stage 1 prohibitions will remain in place until the rains start this fall,”.  “The recent warm weather of the last two weeks has contributed to drying available fuels and weather trends indicate warm temperatures with low humidity for the immediate future,”

 

A stage 1 burning ban does not limit recreational fires in approved appliances and locations. Individual campgrounds and campsites may limit recreational fire. Campers are encouraged to contact the campground hosts for more information.

 

During a Stage 1 burn ban:

  • All non recreational outdoor burning is prohibited
  • No additional burning permits are issued
  • Existing permits are rescinded until the ban is lifted

To find out the current burn ban status call 1.800.323.BURN (2876). More information about burn bans is available at http://www.kitsapgov.com/dcd/fire/docs/fm-burnban.htm.