Westlake Fire Department hosts vaccine POD with Cuyahoga County Board of Health

The Westlake Fire Department and the Cuyahoga County Board of Health (CCBH) worked together on Wednesday, Dec. 30, to distribute Moderna Covid-19 vaccines to upwards of 700 EMS personnel and first responders from multiple West Side suburbs at Westlake Fir...

Fire Prevention Week 2020: Serve Up Safety in the Kitchen

Westlake Fire Department again receives EMS Gold Plus Award

The Westlake Fire Department has again been awarded the 2020 Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold Plus Award by the American Heart Association, which recognizes the department as a premiere emergency medical provider. The department earned the honor last year as we...

Helpful tips for power outages

Nearly everyone has experienced a power outage at home or at their office. Generally speaking, these events typically are little more than a temporary inconvenience. However, there are some safety concerns that come up when the power goes down. 

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Firefighter promoted to Lieutenant

The Westlake Fire Department proudly announced the promotion of Firefighter Steven Reuter to the rank of Lieutenant, effective Jan. 15, 2020. Steven has been a member of the department since April 6, 2010. 

Pictured (L to R): Chief James Hughes, M...