Shoreline Fire Chief Ron Mehlert retires on March 15, 2006 – after 30 years with the Department. “Chief Ron” , as he is known by many, started at Shoreline Fire in 1975 and moved up through the ranks to become Chief three years ago.

Chief Ron is a strong supporter of community education and prevention efforts, and started some of the first Learn Not to Burn programs for school children in Shoreline.

The employees of Shoreline Fire wish him well, and hope he has long days of sunshine and golf for the perfect retirement.

SHORELINE FIRE DEPARTMENT & SHORELINE SCHOOLS CREATE MINI-FIRE ACADEMY

Shoreline Fire Department and Shoreline Schools have teamed up to create a real-life, hands-on curriculum for students interested in firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical careers. Students from Shorewood and Shorecrest high schools are eligible for the program in their junior and senior years.

The instructor, Dave Spalding, is a retired Seattle firefighter with years of experience in fire operations training and skills development.

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SHORELINE FIREFIGHTERS RETURN FROM RELIEF EFFORT AFTER KATRINA

In the aftermath of hurricane Katrina FEMA and the Department of Homeland Security sent out a request to fire departments across the country to help by providing 1000 2-person teams.

Lt. Ed Barnes and FF/PM Gary Allender have returned and are now back at their positions.
Gary and Ed kept in contact with us, and you can read of their experiences here "In their own Words".

The Shoreline Enterprise recently did an article on the deployment you can read more here - Shoreline Enterprise Story

THE FIRE ALARM BLARED BUT THEY DIDN'T WAKE UP

We all know smoke detectors are the first line of defense in a fire. But a KOMO 4 News investigation found something that surprised parents and firefighters; When it comes to your kids, smoke detectors don't always work.

For more information on this KOMO 4 News story go to

http://www.komotv.com/news/story.asp?ID=35525

GARAGE AND CAR DESTROYED BY FIRE IN SHORELINE

A two alarm fire in Shoreline today (9/19/05) destroyed a detached garage and an automobile - but luckily the blaze was controlled before it spread to the Innes Arden Home. Shoreline firefighters were called to the 181St and 14th Ave NW home at approximately 9 AM when the homeowner reported his garage on fire. Several neighbors also called, reporting flames and smoke visible extending into tall trees near the home.

A second alarm brought crews from Northshore, Edmonds, and Seattle Fire departments to assist. The fire was under control in about 20 minutes.

The 89 year-old homeowner was not hurt, and there were no injuries to firefighters during the incident. Investigators say the fire began in the man’s car. The man apparently started his vehicle and went back into the house for a few minutes. When he returned to the garage, it was fully involved in flames.

FIRE DESTROYS HOME IN SHORELINE

A two alarm fire destroyed a Shoreline residence this morning after a salmon smoker was left on a porch with wood embers remaining inside. The home, at 205 Richmond Beach Road, was totally destroyed.
Shoreline Fire crews were alerted by a man who spotted flames and smoke coming from a home as he drove along Richmond Beach Road around 7:30 this morning. Crews controlled the blaze in about 20 minutes, and then battled hotspots and smoke for another half hour or so. They were assisted by engines from Edmonds and Northshore fire departments.
The tenant had left for work – but returned when he heard about the fire from news reports.

Picture Courtesy of the Seattle Times No one was injured in the incident, but Shoreline firefighters did retrieve a kitten that belonged to the man’s young daughter.
A damage estimate was not available.

More Pictures at -

Kiro7 news - The Week in Images and Seattle Times

SHORELINE FIREFIGHTERS VISIT BLOCK WATCHES ON NATIONAL NIGHT OUT AGAINST CRIME

Engine companies from three Shoreline stations took to the streets for NON-emergency calls – part of their “response” to National Night Out on August 2. Neighborhood street parties and potluck picnic dinners hosted the fire crews, along with friends, relatives, neighbors and local police officials. “This is our way of saying “thanks” to the community for supporting us – even when there is no emergency”, said Battalion Chief Rick Ashleman. “These are the folks who are there when we need them – supporting our efforts and assisting with spreading the word about community safety,” Ashleman added.

If your neighborhood is having a block party and you would like an engine to attend, call Community Education at 206-533-6500 to schedule the visit.

PRESS RELEASES

June 14th, 2006
Emergency Training Drill in Shoreline, June 15th

February 3rd, 2006
City of Shoreline and Shoreline Fire Offer CERT Classes in 2006

February 17th, 2006
Unattended Candle Fire Partially Destroys Shoreline Home

October 5th, 2005
Shoreline Firehouses Serving "Lunch and Life Safety

September 2005
Shoreline Fire Department has Refinanced Debt - Saves Taxpayers Money

September 19, 2005
Garage and Car Destroyed by Fire in Shoreline

September 16, 2005
Fire Destroys Home in Shoreline

February 13th, 2004
Fire Service Wellness-Fitness Program Saves Firefighter’s Life

January 23rd, 2004
Residents Raise $4,000 for Fire Departments and Medic One

August 4th, 2003
A Shoreline Fire technical rescue expert saved a man who unsuccessfully attempted to parachute from a radio tower in Shoreline early this morning