20 Feb, 2026
SETFA will be holding a special meeting on Feb 26, 2026 to discuss capital facility needs and potential bond... [Read More]
22 Jan, 2026
SETFA invites residents to meeting on long-term service needs... [Read More]
01 Dec, 2025
The cold, calm weather that settled over western Washington during Thanksgiving weekend continues to keep us in its frigid grip this week. The winter conditions mean more folks are using their wood. .. [Read More]
10 Oct, 2025
Just because you can burn yard waste doesn’t mean you should. The Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has downgraded the fire risk from Moderate to Low in all six ORCAA counties (Clallam, Grays Harbor, Jefferson... [Read More]
1 Oct, 2025
Thurston County Commissioners approved a burn ban extension prohibiting residential yard waste burning and all land clearing burns in unincorporated areas of Thurston County. The fire safety burn ban will be reassessed every... [Read More]
17 Jul, 2025
From SE Thurston Fire Authority The rivers and lakes in the South Sound are a favorite summer escape for families and outdoor enthusiasts, but even calm-looking waters can turn dangerous in an instant. At SE Thurston Fire... [Read More]
15 Jul, 2025
SETFA is currently hiring Career Firefighter/EMTsClick here for more info and to apply... [Read More]
9 Jul, 2025
As temperatures rise across the South Sound, so does the risk of fires—both wildland and residential. At SE Thurston Fire Authority, we want our community in Yelm, Rainier, and the surrounding areas to enjoy summer safely... [Read More]
8 Jul, 2025
The Thurston County Fire Marshal, in consultation with the Thurston County Director of Emergency Services, Department of Natural Resources, and the Olympic Region Clean Air Agency (ORCAA), determined weather conditions within... [Read More]
7 Jul, 2025
New wildfire danger signs are now installed throughout our area as part of the Wildfire Ready Neighbors (WRN) program, in partnership with the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR). You'll see these signs at... [Read More]