North Bend, WA – Residents near the Washington State Fire Training Academy may hear unusual nighttime noise over the next several days as the U.S. Army conducts a scheduled training exercise on campus.
According to the Washington State Fire Training Academy, the military drills are taking place from October 14 through October 24, 2025, between 7:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m. The exercises will involve helicopter flights and simulated explosions as part of coordinated emergency response and tactical training.
Officials emphasized that the activity is pre-planned and poses no danger to the public. However, residents in nearby areas — including North Bend, Snoqualmie, and unincorporated King County — may notice low-flying aircraft, loud noises, or flashes of light during the nighttime hours.
The Washington State Patrol, which operates the Fire Training Academy, said such joint operations help prepare both military and civilian agencies for real-world emergencies, including disaster response and urban search-and-rescue coordination.
Anyone with questions or concerns is encouraged to contact the Fire Training Academy directly.
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