Lynden Firefighters - IAFF Local 106

09/30/2026

🚒 LOCAL 106 IN THE NEWS!

What does life really look like as a firefighter with Lynden Firefighters Local 106?

It’s more than just answering calls. It’s training, teamwork, long shifts, station life, and being there for our community when people need us most.

We’re proud to have one of our firefighters featured in the paper and to give our community a little look behind the scenes of the job we’re honored to do.

📰 Check out the article below!

FIREFIGHTER APPRECIATION MONTH

09/30/2026

🔥 BEHIND THE BADGE

Every firefighter has a story, and we’re proud to see another member of Lynden Firefighters Local 106 featured in the paper.

From the challenges of the job to the friendships built along the way, this article gives a glimpse into the people behind the badge and what it means to serve our community.

Give it a read and get to know one of the people who proudly answers the call. 🚒❤️

FIREFIGHTER APPRECIATION MONTH

09/12/2026

🇺🇸 NEVER FORGET — SEPTEMBER 11, 2001 🇺🇸

Today, we pause to remember the 2,977 lives lost on September 11, 2001, and the countless families, friends, and communities forever changed that day.

We especially honor the 343 firefighters of the FDNY who made the ultimate sacrifice while running toward danger to save others. We remember the police officers, EMTs, paramedics, and other first responders who gave their lives in service to others.

They answered the call knowing there was danger, and they went anyway.

Twenty-five years later, their courage, sacrifice, and commitment to their communities have not been forgotten.

From the members of Lynden Firefighters Local 106, we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice, those who survived, those who continue to carry the memories, and the families who have carried the weight of that loss for 25 years.

We remember.
We honor.
We will never forget.

🇺🇸 343 firefighters. 2,977 lives. One day that changed us forever.

Never Forget. 9/11/2001

09/09/2026

We’re proud to see one of our own featured in the Lynden Tribune!

Our members are more than firefighters — they’re neighbors, friends, family, and an important part of the communities we serve. We’re grateful for the dedication and commitment our members bring to the job every day.

Take a moment to read the article and get to know one of the people behind the badge. ❤️

👇 Check out the full story below!

FIREFIGHTER APPRECIATION MONTH

08/19/2026

🚒 FILL THE BOOT FOR MDA! ❤️

The members of Lynden Union Local 106 are out today supporting the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)!

📍 Corner of Front St. & 19th St. in Lynden
⏰ We’ll be here until 2:00 PM today!

If you’re passing by, come say hi and help us Fill the Boot! Every donation helps support MDA’s mission to provide care, advocacy, and research for individuals and families affected by muscular dystrophy and related diseases.

💰 Got a few extra dollars? Help us fill that boot!
🚒 We appreciate the support from our amazing Lynden community!

08/18/2026

TOMORROW!

Help us Fill the Boot for MDA! 🚒🥾 Join your Local 106 Lynden Firefighters on August 19, from 10 AM–2 PM at the Lynden Fairgrounds. Every donation helps change lives!

08/17/2026

🚒 CALL VOLUME UPDATE — JUNE, JULY & AUGUST

Our crews at Lynden Firefighters Local 106 have been keeping busy this summer!

📊 June: 234 calls for service — averaging 7.8 calls per day

📊 July: 252 calls for service — averaging 8 calls per day

📊 August: We’re only halfway through the month and have already responded to 145 calls.

Summer is a busy time in our community, and with the Northwest Washington Fair underway, we’re seeing an even greater increase in traffic and population throughout the Lynden area.

If you’re heading to the Fair or traveling through town, please slow down, stay alert, and give emergency vehicles plenty of room. Increased traffic means increased response times, and a few extra seconds of patience can make a big difference when our crews are trying to get where they’re needed.

We’re proud to serve the Lynden community and surrounding areas. ❤️‍🔥🚒

Stay safe, enjoy the Fair, and watch out for one another!

— Lynden Firefighters Local 106

08/14/2026

Help us Fill the Boot for MDA! 🚒🥾 Join your Local 106 Lynden Firefighters on August 19, from 10 AM–2 PM at the Lynden Fairgrounds. Every donation helps change lives!

08/13/2026

🚒🏁 GOOD LUCK, JORDAN! 🏁🚒

Lynden Local 106 would like to wish one of our own, Jordan Hastings, the best of luck as he takes on the Demo Derby at the Lynden Fair! 💥🔥

We’re proud to have Jordan representing the Lynden Local 106 both on the fireground and in the arena. Go out there, put on a show, and send it! 🤘

05/21/2026

🚑 Ever wonder why multiple emergency vehicles respond to some medical calls? Here’s a quick explanation of how our EMS system works and why you may see two ambulances arrive together.
For calls that are considered ALS (Advanced Life Support), two different medical units are dispatched:

🔹 A BLS (Basic Life Support) ambulance staffed by Lynden firefighter/EMTs🔹 An ALS unit staffed by Whatcom County Medic One paramedics (Bellingham Fire or Ferndale Fire)

👨‍🚒 Our Lynden firefighter EMTs provide excellent emergency medical care and transportation for patients who need Basic Life Support services.

🩺 The paramedics on the ALS unit are highly trained medical providers who can perform advanced procedures and administer specialized medications when needed.
When both units arrive, the paramedics assess the patient to determine the level of care required.

✅ If Advanced Life Support is needed, the paramedics transport the patient to the hospital.
✅ If Basic Life Support care is appropriate, our Lynden firefighter EMTs handle patient care and transportation.
✅ In some situations, the patient may not need ambulance transport at all and may remain at home or go by personal vehicle.

This system helps ensure every patient receives the right level of care as quickly and efficiently as possible. ❤️

Thank you for trusting us to serve our community! 🚒🚑