Each year, Seattle Fire honors and celebrates individuals and programs that demonstrate excellence in emergency response, leadership, customer service, and community impact.
Firefighter of the Year is someone who has a high regard for customer service, dedication to excellence and innovation and serves as a role model for others.
2025’s winner, Firefighter Will Whatley, gives to the department in so many ways as a member of the Health One and Health 99 teams, a driver on Ladder 6, and mentor to others.