University Heights Firefighters

06/17/2026

Thank you Chief for your confidence in our members. We continue to support the mission of excellent safety services to the community.

🏅 Recognizing Excellence at UHFD 🚒

The University Heights Fire Department recently gathered to celebrate the outstanding accomplishments, dedication, and service of our team members during our 2025–2026 Employee Recognition Event.

From milestone years of service and professional certifications to lifesaving actions and exceptional performance, these recognitions reflect the commitment our members demonstrate every day in service to our community.

Congratulations to all those recognized, and thank you to EVERY member of UHFD for your professionalism, teamwork, and unwavering dedication to protecting the residents and visitors of University Heights. - Chief Perko
University Heights Firefighters University Heights City Hall

05/24/2026

Happening now: report of fire in a residence. Avoid Warrensville and Hillbrook as University Heights Fire Department and mutual aid units are in the area.

05/24/2026

Tragedy in Boston last night as FF Bobby Kilduff Jr of BFD Rescue Co. 2 dies working at a house fire. Our condolences go out to his family, coworkers and friends.
Boston Firefighters Local 718 IAFF

A Boston firefighter and U.S. Marine veteran died after he fell from a burning home on Treadway Road in Dorchester Saturday night. Here’s what we know.

05/20/2026

This week Local 974 is at the Ohio Association of Professional Fire Fighters 55th Biennial Conference in Toledo. We join several hundred other leaders from across the state to chart the course for our organization and the future of our career and family.

05/16/2026

Thanks for the shout out North Shore Federation of Labor - Cleveland’s Unions!

Today we are proud to recognize the University Heights Firefighters, one of our 150 affiliate unions!

These dedicated firefighters and paramedics work every day to keep the University Heights community safe, responding to emergencies with professionalism, courage, and compassion.

Thank you for your service and your solidarity!

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms and those special ladies that serve as moms in our lives. You are appreciated!