Eastside Fire & Rescue (EF&R) is a partnership combination fire agency consisting of career and volunteer staff. Formed in 1999, the Agency functions under an Interlocal Agreement among King County Fire Protection Districts 10 and 38 and the cities of Carnation, Issaquah, North Bend and Sammamish. Each partner of the Interlocal Agreement is regulated by applicable Washington Administrative Codes (WACs) and the Revised Code of Washington (RCW).

Formed under the Revised Code of Washington, the original Agreement was signed in 1999 and renewed in 2007. The Agency receives funding from the participating partners for the purposes of providing fire protection, rescue services and emergency medical services (EMS). The Agency's jurisdiction encompasses all areas within the city limits of Carnation, Issaquah, North Bend, Sammamish, and the two Fire Districts. The current response territory includes urban and suburban areas containing residential development, commercial and industrial development, and rural farmland.

Eastside Fire & Rescue provides emergency services to an area of approximately 200 square miles with a population of approximately 125,000. Fire, EMS and special response services are provided from 15 fire stations. Administrative services and agency divisions reside at the Headquarters Station in downtown Issaquah.

Government

Eastside Fire & Rescue

Ben Lane

Jon Wiseman

Berlin Maza

Samuel Goertz

Pete Sandford

Mike O'Brien

Jordan Simmonds

Jeff Storey

Caitlin M.

Broderick Fitch

Brandon Hardesty

Shaun Baker

Wes Collins

Lee Soptich

Doug McDonald

Jamie Formisano

Joan Montegary

The Firefighting Personnel at Eastside Fire & Rescue are dedicated professionals and volunteers responsible for responding to emergencies, including fires, medical crises, and rescue operations across a 200 square mile jurisdiction. This team engages in firefighting, emergency medical services (EMS), and specialized rescue tactics while also participating in training and community outreach efforts to educate the public on fire safety and prevention. Their commitment ensures the safety and well-being of approximately 125,000 residents in the area.

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