Winlock Professional Firefighters Local 2510

02/02/2026

WE ARE HIRING A FIREFIGHTER/ PARAMEDIC!
https://dailydispatch.com/firefighter-job/wa-firefighter-paramedic-winlock-fire-rescue-open-until-filled/

01/17/2026

Seeing some thick fog out there today! If you’re heading out, please remember to turn your headlights on so you can see better and be seen.

Thick fog can make it hard to see what’s ahead — and what’s coming up fast behind you. 🚒

Thanks for helping keep everyone safe out there!
- L2510

01/01/2026

12/20/2025

Forever remembered, never forgotten.

Our deepest sympathies are with the Washington State Patrol family and the trooper’s loved ones.

The Washington State Patrol (WSP) confirms the tragic loss of Trooper Tara-Marysa Guting #720, who was killed Friday evening after being struck by a vehicle in Tacoma.

Trooper Guting was standing outside of her patrol car investigating a two-vehicle collision when she was struck just before 7:30 p.m. on southbound State Route 509 near milepost 2, south of the Port of Tacoma. Individuals on scene rendered aid, but the trooper ultimately succumbed to her injuries. The Tacoma Police Department (TPD) is taking over the investigation of the incident.

Trooper Guting, 29, began her career with the WSP as a trooper cadet in January 2024. She graduated with the 119th Trooper Basic Training Class, commissioning that same year on Oct. 30th. In that time, served in WSP District 1 in Tacoma.

Tara’s loss is deeply felt within the WSP family, and especially by her husband, Timothy, who himself serves as a Deputy State Fire Marshal at the WSP Fire Training Academy in North Bend.

Tara Guting was born on July 19, 1996, to Russell and Cheryl Hirata in Honolulu, Hawaii. She attended Mililani High School in Mililani, Hawaii, and graduated on May 25, 2014. She began a career of service by enlisting in the Army National Guard on Oct. 22, 2014, where she served honorably as a Signal Intelligence Analyst until Oct, 21, 2022. Her dedication to service and commitment to her duties were evident throughout her eight-year military career.

She married Timothy on Aug. 21, 2019, at the Fire Training Academy.

She answered her final call Friday night, marking the 34th time in WSP’s 105-year history that the agency lost one of its own in line of duty.

“My heartfelt condolences go out to Timothy, Tara’s extended family, her friends, her academy classmates, to District 1 Captain Gundermann, and his entire team,” said WSP Chief John R. Batiste. “We will never forget Badge #720 – Trooper Tara-Marysa Guting.

“The sky has poured rain on us all for the past two weeks… And with this loss, now tears flood our souls.”

12/17/2025

Hey everyone -
High winds are expected overnight and through tomorrow, with gusts exceeding 40+ mph in the Chehalis area. Periods of moderate rain are expected on Wednesday, which—combined with strong winds—can increase the risk of falling limbs, power outages, and localized flooding.

Report downed power lines to Lewis County PUD at (800) 652-6152

In the event the 911 system goes down, know the phone number for your local fire department:

Winlock Fire & Rescue
Lewis County Fire District 15 (360) 785-4221

The link below provides access to current power outages through Lewis County:
https://www.lcpud.org/outages-safety/power-outages/

Our crews are monitoring conditions and are ready to respond as needed. If you experience an emergency, dial 911.

Prepare for outages:
Charge phones and radios
Have flashlights, batteries, and backup heat plans
Check fuel supplies if you rely on electric pumps or systems

Stay safe and weather-aware.
- IAFF L2510

12/12/2025

See this document, links to resources can be found at https://lewiscountywa.gov/departments/emergency-management/

12/11/2025

12/08/2025

Hey everyone — with the possible upcoming flooding and storms rolling through, we want to remind you to be extra cautious around downed power lines and storm damage.

Just 6 inches of moving water can knock you off your feet, and 12 inches can sweep a car away. Stay safe!

⚡Stay far away from downed or sagging power lines - You can’t tell if they’re live just by looking.
⚡Never drive over or move power lines.
⚡If a line falls on your vehicle, stay inside and call 911!
⚡Check your carbon monoxide detectors - use generators safely, outdoors only.
Please give emergency and utility workers plenty of space to do their jobs.
Access and see active power outages at the site below:

https://www.lcpud.org/outages-safety/power-outages/

Before water rises, make sure you:
• Check your sump pumps
• Clear gutters and storm drains
• Have flashlights and chargers ready
• Know your evacuation routes
• Never touch electrical equipment in wet areas

Stay safe, stay alert, and check on your neighbors if they’re without power.

⚠️ A strong atmospheric river event will bring heavy rain to western Washington today through Wednesday, leading to potential for significant river flooding, urban flooding, and landslides. Check the latest river forecasts here: water.noaa.gov

12/07/2025

Thank you to all who showed up today to meet Santa! It was a fantastic event with hot chocolate, candy, oranges and a special gift from Santa himself !

Until next year, the 1st Saturday in December!

Merry Christmas;
Winlock Fire and Rescue Santa Claus Crew ♥️

12/03/2025

Come see Santa at the Fire Station in Winlock on Saturday 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.

*Take your photo with Santa !!
*Small gift from Santa !!
*Hot Cocoa & Cookies !!
*Candy Canes !!

10/20/2025

National Teen Driver Safety Week is October 19–25, and behind the wheel, your choices matter. One moment can change everything. Kennedy knows that better than anyone. At just 16, the Idaho teen was driving when a crash changed her life forever. Now, as a survivor and above-the-knee amputee, her life looks very different from when she was a teen behind the wheel.

Whether it’s buckling up, slowing down, staying focused, or limiting passengers, safe driving saves lives — including your own. And parents, remember — your kids are watching. Set the example.

Watch Kennedy’s story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_nCsbAk2aOw