Central Pierce Fire & Rescue's Technical Rescue Team will partner with Washington National Guard aviation crews at Station 60 on July 16. The training includes helicopter hoist operations, rescue drills, and simulated patient evacuations from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Residents near Station 60 at 11000 124th Ave S should expect increased helicopter activity during the training window. The agency warns unauthorized drones may stop operations immediately. No other disruptions are expected.
The July 16 training follows a June 2026 partnership between the same teams. Central Pierce Fire & Rescue serves 331,000 people across 178 square miles with 485 first responders.