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Chief Seattle (fireboat)

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Chief Seattle (fireboat)

M/V Chief Seattle, named for Chief Seattle, is a fireboat operated by the Seattle Fire Department (SFD). It is one of three such vessels currently operated by the SFD, the others being Leschi and Marine One. Chief Seattle was built in 1984 and commissioned the following year.

The 96-foot Chief Seattle has a top speed of 20 knots. The ship was refurbished and refitted in 2013 with the aim of extending its service life until 2033. Chief Seattle is regularly docked at Fishermen's Terminal where it serves as Seattle's primary freshwater firefighting vehicle.

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