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Westlake Volunteer Fire Department

Westlake Fire EMS is a combination department with 150 dedicated full time, part time and volunteer

09/11/2026

September 11, 2001. We Remember.

25 years later, we remember the 2,977 lives lost on September 11, 2001.

We remember the 343 firefighters, 60 law enforcement officers, and other first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice while answering the call. We also remember the thousands of innocent civilians who never made it home that day.

We remember the families who lost husbands, wives, mothers, fathers, sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, and friends. We remember the survivors and the countless people whose lives were forever changed.

For those of us who wear the uniform, September 11 is a reminder of what service truly means. It is a commitment to stand together, answer the call, and put others before ourselves.

Today, we honor every life lost, every family affected, and every person who showed courage in the face of unimaginable tragedy.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget.

🖤🇺🇸🚒

09/06/2026

🚒 IMPORTANT REMINDER 🐾

We recently had a dog dropped off at our fire station. While we will do what we can to help, let's be clear:

WE ARE A FIRE DEPARTMENT, NOT AN ANIMAL SHELTER.

We do not take in stray, lost, or unwanted animals. If you pick up an animal, you assume responsibility for that animal. You cannot drop it at the fire station and make it our responsibility.

Need a dog scanned for a microchip? We can help with that. But once we scan it, the person who found the animal is responsible for taking it with them and contacting animal control, a shelter, rescue, or the owner.

Please do not drop animals at the fire station.

Our job is responding to emergencies, not housing animals.

09/03/2026

🫀 Every second counts. Every person can make a difference.

Learn the skills that could help save a life! Join us for our upcoming CPR Certification Course and become prepared to respond when it matters most.

🚨 Sign up today and be the person who knows what to do.

Learn CPR. Save a life.

08/27/2026

Upcoming AEMT course opportunity! See flyer for details!

08/13/2026

Rescued from the sewers and now safe, this sweet kitty is looking for a loving forever home!

If you’re interested in giving this little survivor a home, please reach out or share this post!

08/12/2026

Back to School = Battery Safety Reminder!

With school back in session, more phones, tablets, laptops, Chromebooks, and other devices are being charged every day. Take a few extra minutes to read how to charge lithium-ion batteries safely:

🔌 Use the charger that came with the device or one approved by the manufacturer.
🔥 Never charge a device under a pillow, blanket, or on a bed where heat can build up.
👀 Keep charging devices where you can see them and avoid charging overnight when possible.
⚠️ If a battery becomes unusually hot, swollen, damaged, or starts to smell strange, unplug it and stop using it.
🏠 Keep charging areas clear of anything that can burn.

A few simple habits can help prevent a battery from becoming a fire hazard. Charge smart. Stay safe. 🔋🔥

Learn more about lithium-ion battery charging safety at www.nfpa.org/lithiumionsafety.

08/11/2026

A big thank you to Fry Rd M.U.D. for purchasing a new SCBA decontamination washer for our department.
This equipment is a critical step in helping us comply with NFPA 1850 and, more importantly, in reducing firefighter exposure to carcinogens. Clean gear saves live and this investment directly supports our ability to better protect our members from the long-term cancer risks that come with the job.
We truly appreciate the partnership and the commitment to firefighter health and safety.
Thank you, Fry Rd M.U.D.

08/01/2026

What an incredible week!

This past week, we proudly completed our 6th Annual Junior Fire Academy, and what a fantastic experience it was. Throughout the week, these future leaders had the opportunity to learn, grow, and experience many firsts while gaining hands-on knowledge from firefighters, EMS personnel, and other emergency service professionals.

Watching these young men and women build confidence, develop new skills, and create lasting friendships is what this camp is all about.

A huge thank you to all of our partners, instructors, and volunteers who dedicated their time and expertise to make this week such a success. We also want to thank the parents for trusting us with your children and allowing them to spend the week with our fire department. Your support makes this program possible.

We are already looking forward to doing it all again next summer!

Save the date: Our 7th Annual Junior Fire Academy will be held July 26-30, 2027. We can't wait to see the next group of future firefighters!

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Address

19636 Saums Road
Houston, TX
77084

Telephone

+12814920560

Website

https://www.westlakevfd.com/

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