History

Looking Back: The Westminster Fire of July 3, 1938

• Kevin E. Dayhoff
• Jul 23, 2012

Over seventy years ago, Carroll County was still reeling from one of the biggest fires in the county’s history – the July 3, 1938 Smith and Reifsnider fire on John Street.

Local Connections

Blog: 1931 Maryland State Firemen’s Association Convention

• Kevin E. Dayhoff
• Jul 15, 2012

In July 1931, the Westminster Volunteer Fire Department and Westminster Municipal Band attended the Maryland State Firemen’s Association annual convention in Ocean City.

Public Safety

Blog: Public Safety Personnel Gather at Westminster Fire Hall to Mark EMS Week

• Kevin E. Dayhoff
• May 24, 2012

This week, May 20 – May 26, is National EMS Week. To mark the occasion, EMS providers and firefighters at the Westminster Fire Department gathered for a luncheon on Tuesday.

Local Connections

Blog: A History of Heroes in Westminster's Fire Department

• Kevin E. Dayhoff
• Jan 20, 2012

The 2012 Westminster Fire Department officers were sworn into office at the Jan. 5, 2012 meeting. These officers become a part of a history in Westminster of volunteers protecting lives and property.

Living

Blog: Never a Dull Moment at the Westminster Fire House

• Kevin E. Dayhoff
• Jun 22, 2011

In the past week, the Westminster fire department saw its steady share of both house fire calls for service and motor vehicle accidents. Along with a few pictures, a sample of the calls are included.

History

Blog: The first Carroll County Firemen’s Association Convention, May 15, 1924

• Kevin E. Dayhoff
• Jun 13, 2011

Firefighters from across the county held the first-ever Carroll Co. Firemen’s Assoc. county convention on May 15, 1924 at the Westminster fire station located at 66 E. Main St. Westminster.

Health

Take this Time to Educate Yourself about the Dangers of Heat Exposure

• Kevin E. Dayhoff
• Jun 9, 2011

As we begin to experience excessive periods of heat, the Westminster Fire Department, along with other health care partners, would like to remind the public of the dangers of prolonged heat exposure.

Issues

Accident scene responders face increasing dangers

• Kevin E. Dayhoff
• Jun 8, 2011

Accident scene responders face increasing dangers as roadways are more congested with motorists who aren't always taking necessary precautions in moving past an accident scene.

Welcome to the Blog for Westminster Fire Engine and Hose Co. No. 1

• Kevin E. Dayhoff
• Jun 6, 2011

The volunteers of the Westminster fire department appreciate this opportunity to acquaint you with the vital work they do every single day of the year.