Hoquiam Fire Gets An Upgrade

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 11:06 AM

The technology gives crews real-time call details along with building plans, hydrant locations and hazard information.

Firefighters in Hoquiam are getting a high-tech boost to help them respond more quickly to emergencies. The Hoquiam Fire Department says new computer-aided dispatch systems are now installed in all of its emergency vehicles after a three-year rollout. The technology gives crews real-time call details along with building plans, hydrant locations and hazard information. Officials say the system will help firefighters make faster decisions when they arrive on scene.

More from LOCAL NEWS with ERIC SHARP

Trying To Get Pedestrian Ferries Back To Grays Harbor

Backers say the plan could restore historic connections like Westport to Ocean Shores while helping ease ongoing disruptions with Washington State Ferries.
Congrats Marcie At PCEMA!

Coordinator Marcelina Medina has finished FEMA’s National Emergency Management Basic Academy.
FLOCK Camera Catches Another Stolen Car

A police stop involving a stolen vehicle brought several patrol cars to a Montesano neighborhood Wednesday afternoon.
Connect. Play. Learn. Program Today

The drop-in play group runs from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at the Health Department on Summer Avenue and is open to kids from birth to kindergarten.
Long Beach Looking To Fill Council Seat

Long Beach leaders are looking to fill a city council seat after longtime member Patrick Reddy resigned.

On Air Now

Now Playing

Hoquiam Fire Gets An Upgrade

Share

More from LOCAL NEWS with ERIC SHARP