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Provide competent and professional fire, rescue, and medical services to the citizens and visitors of Quilcene and Coyle while ensuring the safety, education, and well-being of its members.

Our Vision

Provide services to the Quilcene and Coyle communities in the form of fire, rescue and medical incident responses, and public safety, fire prevention and public affairs. These services will be provided in an environment of inclusion of all its members and the communities.

Who We Are

Quilcene Fire Rescue provides first due structural and wildland fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical services within a rural and remote 88-square mile fire protection district that includes the unincorporated communities of Quilcene and Coyle on the Olympic Peninsula.

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LEVY LIFT - Proposition No. 1

Quilcene Fire Rescue (Jefferson County Fire Protection District No. 2) provides emergency fire protection and emergency medical services to its citizens. Due to the statutory 1% limitation on property…

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Announcement of Retirement and Leadership Transition

After an amazing fifty years of dedicate Fire Service, Chief McKern will enjoy well-deserved time with family and travel. Read his retirement letter at the link below.

Fire danger is low as of October 15, 2025, according to the Fire Marshal of Jefferson County.

BURN RESTRICTIONS

EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 15, 2025 THE COUNTYWIDE FIRE DANGER RATING IS LOW

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Are You Wildfire Ready?

Wildfire is a fact of life. But when we come together as neighbors, we can reduce the risk wildfire poses to our properties, homes, and communities.

Find Your Fire Family

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Motorists: Move Over for Emergency Responders!

Monthly Report

Quilcene Fire Rescue responded to 45 major incidents in December, which included 28 EMS incidents (62%).

QFR CARES

CARES is a free, non-emergency program. Our purpose is to support you in your goals of improved health and well-being by connecting you with the right health resources and services before an…

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Our Mission