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We’d like to congratulate Josh Evans on his recent promotion to EMS Captain! Captain Evans has been with the Bellingham Fire Department since January 2006 and has been a Paramedic since December 2009. Captain Evans has spent the past 2+ years working in our Community Paramedic Program, where we have watched him excel at representing our mission statement, “Helping People Every Day”. We look forward to watching you succeed in your new role!
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We’d like to congratulate EMS Captain Rob Stevenson on his recent retirement!
Rob was originally born in Bellingham and grew up in Marysville where he graduated from Marysville Pilchuck High School. After high school, Rob was hired at Boeing where he worked on the 747 line of airplanes.
Rob got his first taste of the fire service when he was encouraged by an Everett Fire Captain to become a Volunteer Firefighter. Rob started volunteering with Marysville Fire and was hooked on the job. He decided he wanted to get away from his “boring” job at Boeing and become a full-time Firefighter.
On August 26th, 1991, Rob accomplished his goal and was hired by the Bellingham Fire Department. During Rob’s first year as a Firefighter, he decided that he would love to become a Medic and in 1993, Rob became certified as a Paramedic. Over the next 30+ years, Rob found himself working as a Paramedic, Paramedic Instructor, EMS Captain, and piloted Bellingham’s first Community Paramedic Unit.
When Rob was asked what he will remember most about his career, he said, “This job has allowed my wife and I to raise our three boys in a beautiful community with amazing teachers, coaches, recreation, and civic pride. I am so grateful for the privilege of being able to work at a job that I have always honored. In my first year as a Paramedic, I was a part of EMS crews that led to four patients walking out of the hospital after receiving CPR. I don’t know how many other lives that I have made a difference in over the last 32 ½ years, but I am filled with gratitude to have been trusted to be a Firefighter/Paramedic for the City of Bellingham.” Rob said that he plans to stay busy with his five grandchildren, do some traveling, and work on house projects.
Rob is highly respected by his peers and has provided an endless level of pride, positivity, and inspiration to all his patients and coworkers alike. Rob has left a huge mark on the Bellingham Fire Department, especially by passing on his incredible knowledge and dedication, he will be dearly missed. Congratulations on your 32+ years of service to the Bellingham community and enjoy your well-deserved retirement!
Join us for the second annual Future Women in EMS & Fire Workshop to learn about careers in EMS/Firefighting May 4-5, 2024 in Bellingham, WA. Participate in instruction, demonstrations and discussions led by women from various agencies around Whatcom County. You must be 18 or older to participate and while the workshop is designed and led by women, it is open to all. Complete the online application by April 26th, 2024 to be considered.
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Water quickly becomes a precious resource following many types of disasters. Everyone needs water every day! Your emergency planning should include one gallon per person per day for consumption, cooking, and hygiene. Store purified water in thoroughly cleaned, sealed containers, and replace it every six months. Consider adding a water filter to your emergency preparedness kits so that you can safely use water you find. And don’t forget water for your house pets too!
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Yesterday was International Firefighter's Day and at station 1, on Broadway, we had one of the most diverse crews that our department has ever seen. We were staffed with an all female engine company and our BLS unit was staffed by two people of color. Thank you to all of our outstanding firefighters and paramedics and their continued commitment to serve the people of Bellingham and Whatcom County! ... See MoreSee Less
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Thank you for all you do for our community much appreciated God bless you all.
International Firefighters' Day is observed on May 4, in order to honour firefighters for their service internationally, remember firefighters who lost their lives during service and to commemorate firefighters killed in the September 11 attacks. RIP 🙏 Never Forgotten!
Congrats! Bless yre hearts for saving others!
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We’d like to congratulate Josh Evans on his recent promotion to EMS Captain! Captain Evans has been with the Bellingham Fire Department since January 2006 and has been a Paramedic since December 2009. Captain Evans has spent the past 2+ years working in our Community Paramedic Program, where we have watched him excel at representing our mission statement, “Helping People Every Day”. We look forward to watching you succeed in your new role! ... See MoreSee Less
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congratulations!
Not sure I’ve seen a cooler promotion photo. Congrats to the Community, the BFD, his shift, and his patients.
Most excellent!!! Congratulations to you, Josh!!! Well deserved, and good news for the BFD and the community!!!
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We’d like to congratulate EMS Captain Rob Stevenson on his recent retirement!
Rob was originally born in Bellingham and grew up in Marysville where he graduated from Marysville Pilchuck High School. After high school, Rob was hired at Boeing where he worked on the 747 line of airplanes.
Rob got his first taste of the fire service when he was encouraged by an Everett Fire Captain to become a Volunteer Firefighter. Rob soon started volunteering with Marysville Fire and was hooked on the job. He then decided he wanted to get away from his “boring” job at Boeing and become a full-time Firefighter.
On August 26th, 1991, Rob accomplished his goal of becoming a Career Firefighter and was hired by the Bellingham Fire Department. During Rob’s first year as a Firefighter, he decided that he would love to become a Medic and in 1993, Rob became certified as a Paramedic. Over the next 30+ years, Rob found himself working as a Paramedic, Paramedic Instructor, EMS Captain, and piloted Bellingham’s first Community Paramedic Unit.
When Rob was asked what he will remember most about his career, he said, “This job has allowed my wife and I to raise our three boys in a beautiful community with amazing teachers, coaches, recreation, and civic pride. I am so grateful for the privilege of being able to retire earlier than most from a job that I have always honored. In my first year as a Paramedic, I was a part of EMS crews that led to four patients walking out of the hospital after receiving CPR. I don’t know how many other lives that I have made a difference in over the last 32 ½ years at the BFD, but I am filled with gratitude to have been trusted to be a Firefighter/Paramedic for the City of Bellingham.” Rob said that he plans to stay busy with his five grandchildren, do some traveling, and work on house projects.
Rob is highly respected by his peers and has provided an endless level of pride, positivity, and inspiration to all his patients and coworkers alike. Rob has left a huge mark on the Bellingham Fire Department, especially by passing on his incredible knowledge and dedication, he will be dearly missed. Congratulations on your 32+ years of service to the Bellingham community and enjoy your well-deserved retirement! ... See MoreSee Less
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Congratulations!
My much older brother!!! You always had age over me.... and even medic seniority, but those two weeks it took you to quit Boeing gave me overall seniority over you at least!!! 😉 CONGRATULATIONS to you for hanging it up...... I can tell you from my newly 2 years of retirement experience now, you will NOT regret it one bit!!!! It is a most fabulous and wonderful new chapter of life..... you are going to love it!!! If there was a party or celebration that happened, I am sorry I didn't attend..... we have been traveling like crazy, and spending a great deal of time in Oregon with our kids and grandson. Super happy for you, Rob (SPANKY)...... You were always one of my favorite brothers and co-workers!!! :D
Congratulations, Rob. I remember when you started as a medic. Happy retirement!
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Join us for the second annual Future Women in EMS & Fire Workshop to learn about careers in EMS/Firefighting May 4-5, 2024 in Bellingham, WA. Participate in instruction, demonstrations and discussions led by women from various agencies around Whatcom County. You must be 18 or older to participate and while the workshop is designed and led by women, it is open to all. Complete the online application by April 26th, 2024 to be considered.
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