fire marshal

Chelan County has announced the hiring of a new fire marshal. Christina Pedersen will take over the vacancy created when the County's former fire marshal, Stephen Rinaldi, departed to take a job in Colorado last October. Chelan County Commissioner Shon Smith says Pedersen brings a wealth of expertise and experience to the position...

The Wenatchee Valley Fire Department responded to a fire in the 3100 block of Sunset Highway in East Wenatchee on Monday afternoon. Spokesperson Kay McKellar says the blaze was called in around 3:45 by one of the department's own brethren...

With holiday season officially here, houses will soon be adorned in festive lights, wreaths and the seasonal centerpiece, a Christmas tree. The State Fire Marshal's office reminds folks while Christmas trees, candles and decorations are all part of the Christmas spirit, these elements can also create safety hazards...