East Pierce Fire and Rescue warn of people posing as firefighters to gain access to homes

BONNEY LAKE, Wash. — East Pierce Fire and Rescue officials are warning residents after reports of people posing as firefighters to gain access to residents’ homes.

Earlier this week, Fire Chief Bud Backer said the people were wearing generic fire department shirts and offering home safety inspections.

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Posted by East Pierce Firefighters IAFF Local 3520 on Monday, August 22, 2016

East Pierce Fire and Rescue officials said their firefighters will only enter homes when requested.

Anyone who is in doubt, is urged to deny entry and contact 911 immediately.

This may be a business We do not condone this business practice dressing like firefighters. They are not affiliated with us
— East Pierce Fire (@EastPierceFire) August 23, 2016