The Washington State Firefighters Association awarded Ephrata Fire Department the “Volunteer Fire House of the Year” for 2025. Retired chief Don Fortier presented the award. From left to right are volunteers Emily Grace, Logan Anderson, Jake Wezenverg and Nigel Mcniell, Don Fortier, Fire Chief Jeremy Burns, and volunteers Colleen Winski and Darren St. Clair.
May 21, 2025
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May 21, 2025 6:29 p.m.
Ephrata Fire Department named 2025 Volunteer Fire House of the Year
EPHRATA — The Ephrata Fire Department has been awarded the title of "Volunteer Fire House of the Year" for 2025 by the Washington State Firefighters Association, significant recognition for the primarily volunteer-based team.