McLane Black Lake Fire Department

11/01/2025

It’s the time of year to fall back and get an extra hour of sleep! Daylight saving time ends Sunday at 2 a.m.

Just a friendly reminder to check and change your smoke detector batteries when you change your clocks!

11/01/2025

Be prepared just in case.

10/31/2025

For those trick or treating tonight, keep a couple of safety tips in mind:

• Stay on well lit streets and on sidewalks
• Cross the street only at designated crosswalks
• Look both ways before crossing the street
• Adults should accompany children
• Make sure your costume is visible - add reflective tape or carry a flashlight while out trick or treating

It is going to be raining. Please be safe out there!

10/28/2025

Today we recognize and honor all firefighters, police officers, EMTs, 911/dispatchers, and all those who are first to arrive when help is needed.

We are proud to work alongside you in keeping our communities safe. Thank you for all you do!

10/27/2025

UPDATE: Phones lines are fully operational.

Due to a Xfinity outage, the phone lines at McLane Black Lake Fire Department stations are down. We do not have a time frame for restoration.

This is NOT impacting 911 or non-emergency lines.

10/26/2025

The National Weather Service has upgraded their Wind Advisory for portions of Grays Harbor, as well as the Black Hills & Willapa Hills to a High Wind Warning. Wind gusts are expected to range 50-65 MPH into tonight for these areas as a small-scale, intense low pressure system moves onshore. Gusty winds continue elsewhere.

10/16/2025

The Great ShakeOut is the world’s largest Earthquake drill! Today, October 16th at 10:16 a.m., participants all over the world use this opportunity to practice what they would do in case an earthquake occurred suddenly: Drop, Cover, and Hold On!

Washington is earthquake and tsunami country – either of these hazards could strike at any time. The Great ShakeOut is the perfect annual opportunity to learn about these hazards, practice how to protect yourself from earthquake and tsunamis, and take action to get prepared for disasters, so they won’t impact you as much when they occur. When you join everyone else in Washington and around the world participating, it can even be fun

09/26/2025

Join us on Saturday, October 4th from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. for our 2025 Open House! Great chance to meet your firefighters, enjoy some sweet treats, and learn more about fire safety.

09/19/2025

We are getting questions about the smoky conditions around the area as it continues to worsen this afternoon. The Bear Gulch Fire experienced intensified activity today along with a strong northwest wind that is pushing smoke into the area.

An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the National Weather Service for Mason and Thurston counties through midnight Saturday night due to current wildfire smoke from the Bear Gulch Fire. Particulate matter (PM2.5) levels are at Unhealthy levels.

When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure: Limit time outside, avoid
strenuous outdoor activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air.

As always, if you see visible flames or have an emergency, please call 911.

09/18/2025

On Wednesday evening, we along with Thurston County Sheriff Sheriff Sanders Thurston County SORT - Special Operations Rescue Team responded to a helicopter crash in the area of Summit Lake.

Thurston County Sheriff’s Office and first responders are out with a confirmed helicopter crash near Summit Lake. Deputies have located the crash site but have been unable to continue rescue efforts as the scene is on fire and is starting to overheat their footwear.

This is an active rescue operation with King County’s Guardian 1 helicopter on scene; special operation rescue units are responding.