Westside Fire & Rescue

05/31/2026

Congratulations to our Lady Cougars!!!

Whose house?!
Cougs' house!!

We are so proud of the SWRHS Softball team! Way to bring home SWRHS's second state championship during the 2025-26 school year!

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05/28/2026

Happy 60th Birthday to Firefighter Steven Barr! 🎉🚒

Six decades of strength, courage, and dedication — and a lifetime spent serving others with honor. Your bravery, leadership, and commitment to protecting the community have made a lasting impact on countless lives.

Wishing you a day filled with family, friends, laughter, and well-earned celebration. May this milestone birthday bring you happiness, good health, and many more adventures ahead.

Thank you for your service, Steve — and cheers to 60 amazing years! 🔥🎂👨‍🚒

05/25/2026

Today, Westside Fire & Rescue pauses to honor and remember the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Memorial Day is more than a long weekend or the beginning of summer — it is a time to reflect on the courage, selflessness, and dedication of those who gave their lives protecting the freedoms we enjoy every day.

As first responders, we understand the meaning of service, sacrifice, and commitment to something greater than ourselves. We are humbled by the heroes who answered the call of duty and never returned home. Their bravery and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

We also extend our deepest gratitude to the military families who carry the weight of that sacrifice each and every day. Your strength, resilience, and unwavering support do not go unnoticed.

Today, we encourage our community to take a moment to remember our fallen heroes, honor their legacy, and cherish the freedoms they fought to protect.

From all of us at Westside Fire Rescue, thank you to the men and women who gave everything for our nation. We remember you today and always. 🇺🇸

05/23/2026

Happy Birthday, John Fraizer! 🚒🔥

Today we celebrate an incredible firefighter, friend, and hero. Your courage, dedication, and commitment to helping others never go unnoticed. Thank you for always answering the call and for the sacrifices you make to keep others safe.

Wishing you a day filled with happiness, laughter, and well-deserved celebration. May this next year bring you health, blessings, and many great memories.

Stay safe, stay strong, and enjoy your special day! 🇺🇸🐄🎂

05/20/2026

Westside Fire & Rescue is currently standing by at Asheboro Fire Department
while their crews operate at an apartment fire on E. Academy Street.

Please keep all responding personnel and those affected by this incident in your thoughts as crews work to bring the situation under control.

05/20/2026

Extreme heat can affect anyone, but some people are at greater risk — including older adults, young children, outdoor workers, and those without access to air conditioning. 🌡️☀️

Check on your loved ones and neighbors, stay hydrated, limit outdoor activity during peak heat, and never leave children or pets in parked vehicles.

Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, and stay Weather Ready this summer.

Learn more from the National Weather Service:
https://www.weather.gov/safety/heat-during

05/19/2026

Last night, Westside Fire & Rescue crews spent the evening training on rural water supply operations using the brush truck, floating pump, and drop tank setup. Members practiced drafting from a static water source, setting up portable tanks, maintaining steady water flow, and sharpening pump operations and communication on scene.

Training like this is critical for responding in areas without hydrants and ensures we’re prepared to move water quickly and efficiently during rural structure and brush fires. Every training night helps build stronger teamwork, better coordination, and greater confidence when real emergencies happen.

Proud of the hard work and dedication shown by everyone who came out and put in the time last night. Always thankful for a crew committed to serving and protecting our community. 🚒🔥

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