Author: Susanne

Letter to the Editor by Fire Chief Paul Carlyle

August 16, 2026 in BCFD4 News

Funding for ambulances, firefighters passing in Benton County

August 4, 2026 in BCFD4 News

BCFD4 opens applications for intern firefighter program

July 17, 2026 in BCFD4 News

BCFD4 offers Q&A sessions on levy lid lift

July 8, 2026 in BCFD4 News

BCFD4 Summer 2026 Newsletter

June 15, 2026 in BCFD4 News

MEDIA COVERAGE

Benton County reopens West Richland’s Station 410 for faster fire response | News | nbcrightnow.com June 10, 2025

Cause under investigation for early morning shop fire in West Richland | Fox 11 Tri Cities Fox 41 Yakima April 4, 2025

No one hurt after fire at Timber Apartments in Richland Wednesday afternoon – NewsBreak January 8, 2025

Benton County Fire District 4 hosts annual food drive “Operation Candy Cane” | News | applevalleynewsnow.com November 26, 2024

Fire destroys Richland, WA family’s home | Tri-City Herald November 13, 2024

Tree fire in West Richland prompts reminder on burn safety precautions | News | applevalleynewsnow.com October 22, 2024

No one hurt after Quail Springs Apartment fire in West Richland | News | applevalleynewsnow.com-October 10, 2024

Benton County Fire District 4 kicks off budget planning process for 2025 | News | nbcrightnow.com –October 10, 2024

Benton County Fire District 4 sounds the alarm on fire safety ahead of Fire Prevention Week | Fox 11 Tri Cities Fox 41 Yakima – September 30, 2024

Dodge Street in West Richland temporarily closed due to fire at ServiceMaster Restore building | Fire | nbcrightnow.com – July 16, 2024

Owner of Tri-City Pallets says city is at fault for non-working hydrants after fire destroys business | News | applevalleynewsnow.com June 24, 2024

Pallet fire in East Pasco contained, will burn for a few days | News | nbcrightnow.com June 24, 2024

Firework regulations across the region for 4th of July | News | nbcrightnow.com June 21, 2024

DNR announces fire ban for Lower Basin (keprtv.com) June 21, 2024

Large wildfire in Benton City fully contained, evacuations lifted | Spokane News | khq.com– June 11, 2024

Officials investigate RV fire in West Richland | News | nbcrightnow.com– May 23, 2024

Officials investigate RV fire in West Richland | Fox 11 Tri Cities Fox 41 Yakima– May 23,2024

Benton County Fire District 4 maintains tax rates, not seeking an increase for 2024– Apple Valley- May 8, 2024

Protect your home: create a defensible fire space as advised by officials– Apple Valley News- April 5, 2024

Benton County firefighters emphasize defensible home spaces for spring wildfire prevention – KEPR- Wed, April 3rd 2024

Enjoy coffee and ice cream with first responders on Feb. 22 in Richland NBC Right Now – February 10, 2024

Celebration of Life for BCFD4 lieutenant scheduled for Feb. 19 NBC Right Now – February 7, 2024

Benton County Fire District #4 Burn Awareness Week KHQ News – February 21, 2024

Burn prevention education could save someone from a potential and painful burn accident. NBC Right Now – February 21, 2024 / FOX 28 – February 21, 2024

The Badger Mountain Trail will now be fitted with an ‘AED’ Wednesday Apple Valley News – February 20, 2024

22nd Annual Food Drive by Benton County Fire District 4 to help those in need begins
Apple Valley News Now – November 29, 2023

‘Perfect storm.’ How West Richland fire levy got left off tax statements, what’s next
Tri-City Herald – April 10, 2023

EMS funding delayed for Benton County Fire District 4
KEPR – April 6, 2023

$500,000 missed in Benton County Fire District 4’s EMS budget for this year
Nonstop Local – April 6, 2023

‘It’s unacceptable’ | Clerical error leaves Benton Co. Fire District 4 almost half a million short on funding
Yaktrinews – April 5, 2023

Events in and around the valley this weekend
Tri-City Herald – March 24, 2023

Donors are lined up, but insurance snafu delays Tri-City firefighter’s transplant
Tri-City Herald – March 14, 2023

Local Firefighters taking part in Seattle’s Annual Stair Climb competition
KEPR- March 12. 2023

Are you ready for a possible power outage?
FOX41 – February 5, 2023

West Richland firefighter’s childhood friend could be a match for a kidney donation
NonStop Local – January 27, 2023

‘The big ask, big give.’ Longtime West Richland firefighter in desperate need of a donor
Tri-City Herald – December 23, 2023

BCFD #4 hosts 21st annual ‘Operation Candy Cane’ food drive
Yaktrinews – December 9, 2023

BCFD #4 looks to hire three EMT-firefighters as levy lid lifts
Yaktrinews – December 6, 2023

Benton County fire district 4 invites the public to budget discussions
KNDO-TV – October 13, 2022

Benton County Fire District No. 4 thanks voters for support and other Herald letters
Tri-City Herald – August 22, 2022

Mother-daughter duo share professions and passion for fighting fires
ABC News – August 12, 2022

‘My biggest idol:’ Tri-Cities mother and daughter firefighters reunite at Cow Canyon wildfire
KAPP-TV – August 11, 2022

EMS levy ‘absolutely critical’ to keep some emergency services in Benton County
KVEW-TV – August 1, 2022

Fire leaders ask community to consider levy lid lift for EMS services
KEPR-TV – July 30, 2022

Benton County Fire District 4 urges community preparedness ahead of wildfire season
KXLY-TV – June 20, 2022

LETTERS: IT’S EMS WEEK: PLEASE THANK THEM
Tri-City Herald – May 28, 2022

Benton County Fire District #4 looking to raise levy lid; looking for community feedback
KEPR-TV – March 15, 2022

Benton County Fire District #4 holding their 20th Annual Operation Candy Cane
KEPR-TV – December 8, 2021

Letter: TAKE PART IN FIRE DISTRICT 4 BUDGET
Tri-City Herald – November 3, 2021

Benton County Fire District #4 gets infrared drone for ‘eye in the sky’ capability
KEPR-TV – May 25, 2021

Benton County Fire District reminds community about life jacket loaner stations
KEPR-TV – May 19,2021

Letter from Vol. Firefighter Jon Lucas
Tri-City Herald – July 3, 2020

Letter: DISTRICT 4 CALLS INCREASE BY 78%
Tri-City Herald – Feburary 20, 2020

Letter: Fire District 4 Thanks Community
Tri-City Herald – November 5, 2019

Letter: FIREFIGHTERS THANK WATER SUPPLIERS
Tri-City Herald – August 15, 2019

Another mobile home without smoke alarms burns. Sheriff plans door-to-door visits
Tri-City Herald – August 16, 2019

National Diversity and Inclusion Program Departments Announced –
July 30, 2019

Southeastern Washington firefighters prepare for wildfire season
KVEW-TV April 10, 2019

Firefighters jump into frigid waters to train for rescues
KEPR-TV March 26, 2019

Wildfire season: Scientists forecasting hot, dry spring in Pacific Northwest
KEPR-TV – March 24, 2019

They help protect our community. Now they need community’s help
Tri-City Herald

Learn the process of becoming a volunteer firefighter for Benton County
Tri-City Herald – March 24, 2019

Here’s where new fire stations are coming for the Tri-Cities
Tri-City Herald – November 28, 2018

Two local fire chiefs share personal stories in support of proposed bond, levy
NBC Right Now – July 17, 2018

Letter: 17 minutes too long
Tri-City Herald – July 17, 2018

Fire chief fields unusual questions about ballot measure
NBC RightNow – June 21, 2018

Letter: Fire District 4 pleased with turnout
Tri-City Herald – June 15, 2018

Meet Mike’s Life Savers: Richland pastor shares gratitude after suffering cardiac arrest
KEPR TV – May 16, 2018

Wildfire Season: Here’s how you can protect your home
KEPR-TV May 15, 2018

Community leaders become firefighters for a day
Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business – March 23, 2018

Our Voice: Fire districts need money so they can get to you faster
Tri-City Herald – March 20, 2018

Local fire department sends gear to New York teen battling cancer
KVEW-TV March 15, 2018

Letter: Info meetings set for fire district bond
Tri-City Herald March 7, 2018

Benton County Fire District 4 rallying neighbors in support of 2018 bond
KEPR-TV February 19, 2018

A 17-minute wait for an ambulance is too long, Benton fire district says
Tri-City Herald February 18, 2018

Area firefighters suiting up and climbing for a cause
KEPR-TV February 4, 2018

Benton County Fire asking voters to help fund a new fire station
KVEW-TV February 5, 2018