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City of Yakima Fire Department

1 day ago

City of Yakima Fire Department
YPD Captain Janis rocking the YFD helmet! Thanks for stopping by our booth at the Habitat for Humanity Store community event! We'll be here until 2:00 PM. ... See MoreSee Less

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City of Yakima Fire Department

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City of Yakima Fire Department
Join us at the Habitat for Humanity Store, located at 21 W Mead Ave, for a community event featuring local partners, complimentary food, refreshments, and a dunk tank! ... See MoreSee Less

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City of Yakima Fire Department

2 days ago

City of Yakima Fire Department
Please join your YFD family in congratulating Lt. Joseph Armstrong on his promotion to Captain!Captain Armstrong has dedicated 23 years of service to YFD, consistently demonstrating fairness, professionalism, and strong leadership. We are excited to see the continued guidance and steady leadership he will bring in his new role.Congratulations, Captain Armstrong! 👏🔥 ... See MoreSee Less

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City of Yakima Fire Department

2 days ago

City of Yakima Fire Department
The City of Yakima Fire Department is proud to recognize Roque Garcia, recipient of the Apple Award at last night’s City Council meeting for his outstanding bravery.On March 30th, 2026, while Engine 95 was en route to an aid call, the crew spotted Mr. Garcia climbing through a window of a duplex. Moments later, flames became visible inside the structure. E95 diverted to the fire, ensured the aid call was covered, and moved to assist.Mr. Garcia acted after hearing smoke alarms from a neighboring unit. He quickly grabbed several water bottles, entered through the window, and attempted to stop the cooking fire before it could spread. His quick thinking and decisive action prevented significant damage to the duplex.Please join us in thanking Mr. Garcia for his courage and community-minded spirit. 👏🔥 ... See MoreSee Less

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A Message from the Chief

Image of the chief Aaron Markham.

It is my honor to serve the nearly 100,000 residents and visitors of the City of Yakima as their Fire Chief. I am proud to lead the men and women of the Yakima Fire Department who have pledged to risk their safety for your well-being.

Our department’s mission is:

We will provide all-risk emergency and non-emergency services to our community.

We are committed to serving with courage and compassion as stewards of the public trust.

We shall leave a positive and genuine impact on all who call upon us.

I am committed to using my 31 years of fire service experience, my bachelor’s degree in Fire Service Administration from Eastern Oregon University, and the knowledge gained from the National Fire Academy’s Executive Fire Officer Program in Emittsburg, Maryland in the ongoing development of our department. I plan to not only meet, but to exceed, the expectations of the people of Yakima.

Feel free to further explore our website or call if you have any questions. Thank you for the opportunity to serve you.

Sincerely,

Signature of the chief Aaron Markham.

Aaron Markham

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