Cell Holes & Smoke Sightings

Everyone who lives here and uses a cell phone knows we have spotty cell phone service on Thetis. A map of the island would show many cell holes.  Both Central Fire Hall and Pilkey Fire Hall sit firmly in big ones.  Sometimes it is difficult to contact the Fire Chief on her cell phone because of this.  

If you  see/smell of smoke, or have another question or concern that you feel should be immediately addressed by the Fire Dept. call 911. It is perfectly fine to call 911 during fire season and explain to the Fire Comm dispatcher that you see/smell smoke on Thetis Island because there is now a total fire ban here.  The 911 Fire Comm dispatcher will take your information and page the Chief or Duty Officer to phone Fire Comm for the details.  The whole department does not respond with the fire trucks and sirens when an Officers' Page is activated. But we can get someone out to check it out immediately and determine if the department needs to respond with the big red truck and water.

Thank you Thetis Islanders for your assistance through this tense period of fire season.  Keep these numbers handy to contact the fire dept., but don't hesitate to call 911 if you see smoke and you can't get through to them.  And of course if you see fire or need medical assistance, call 911 immediately.

Chief's cell 252-0544

Deputy Chief's cell 252-0417

Duty Officer's cell 252-0228

Fire Chief J. Caldbeck

Thetis Island Volunteer Fire Department