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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, 13 of our firefighters participated in the Firefighter Stairclimb in support of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. All of our members finished under 25 minutes and have raised $8,874 so far! Congratulations to our team and nice job on representing our department so well.
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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!
Congratulations, Rob. I remember when you started as a medic. Happy retirement!
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
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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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Tonight, we send our condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Lieutenant Leslee Smith.It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the passing of Lieutenant Leslee Smith, who served North Whatcom Fire and Rescue with courage and dedication for over 22 years before retiring in 2021.
Leslee’s dedication to protecting and contributing to her community extended far beyond selfless acts of putting her life on the line responding to countless fires and medical emergencies. She was a volunteer with the City of Blaine Fire Department and North Whatcom’s first career female firefighter, and our first female officer. She truly served as a role model and inspiration for women hoping to become firefighters. Her devotion and tenacity led to greater diversity and inclusion within the fire department.
Sadly, Leslee was diagnosed with an occupational related cancer due to hazardous exposures while on the job and she fought this disease with the same bravery and determination that she brought to firefighting. Although the cancer ultimately took her life, her selfless sacrifice and contributions to her community will never be forgotten.
Leslee was more than firefighter; she was a hero and a friend. She will forever be remembered as a trailblazer firefighter and courageous guardian of our community. Thank you Leslee, for your many years of fearless and noble service. You will be missed but never forgotten. You can rest easy now, we’ve got it from here. ... See MoreSee Less
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I’m so very sorry for your loss. Rest in peace Leslee.
I am so sorry. Condolences to all her friends and family. 😥
Thanks for ur service to Bellingham Fire Department
This week’s Inside Bellingham City news summary (link below) highlights first responders and their increased focus in downtown, as outlined in Mayor Kim Lund’s recent Executive Order to address the fentanyl crisis. In this photo, EMS Captain Steve Larsen visits with Teddy Rivard, co-owner of MW Soapworks, a business located next door to our new downtown public safety office. Captain Larsen leads a Community Paramedic team, which serves frequent users of emergency medical services who have complex medical needs. The Mayor’s Executive Order outlined numerous immediate actions to address the fentanyl crisis and its negative impacts on the safety and well-being of Bellingham’s downtown.
More information: cob.org/news/2024/inside-bellingham-march-15-2024 ... See MoreSee Less
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