VRFA Blotter: Vehicle accident, vehicle fire, car vs bicycle, dumpster fire & more

Here are 911 Calls for Service responded to by the Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) from June 2–June 8, 2025:

• Vehicle Accident: (Auburn) On Monday, June 2nd at 8:47 a.m., VRFA firefighters responded to a two-vehicle collision with airbags deployed. Two patients with minor injuries were evaluated and treated on scene. Neither required transport.
• Non-Structure Fire: (Auburn) On Tuesday, June 3rd at 11:53 p.m., VRFA firefighters responded to reports of a fence on fire. The reporting party had extinguished the fire using a garden hose and extinguisher. Crews ensured the fire was fully out. The cause was determined to be accidental.
• Obvious Death: (Lea Hill) On Wednesday, June 4th at 11:30 a.m., VRFA firefighters responded to the passing of a 102-year-old female. Firefighters confirmed the death and assisted Auburn Police and family members with scene support and chaplain contact.
• Aid Call: (Auburn) On Thursday, June 5th at 8:47 p.m., VRFA firefighters responded to an adult male reporting a dislocated hip and shoulder pain following a fall in his home. Firefighters assessed and treated the patient on scene. He was transported to a local emergency room by private ambulance.
• Vehicle Fire: (Lea Hill) On Friday, June 6th at 2:50 p.m., VRFA firefighters responded to a vehicle fire. The driver had pulled over and attempted to extinguish the fire with an extinguisher before firefighters arrived. Crews quickly extinguished the fire, which was mostly confined to the engine compartment. The driver was not injured.
• Car vs. Bicycle: (Algona) On Saturday, June 7th at 1:11 p.m., VRFA firefighters responded to a car versus bicyclist accident. Crews arrived to find a teenage bicyclist sitting on the curb with minor injuries. The patient was evaluated and released to a parent on scene.
• Dumpster Fire: (Auburn) On Sunday, June 8th at 2:39 p.m., VRFA firefighters responded to a dumpster fire near a business. They arrived to find a small fire contained within the dumpster with no nearby exposure. Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire and ensured the scene was safe.