Thursday evening, May 28, members of Westminster participated in training that focused on a device known as a Deck Gun. This specialty nozzle can either be mounted on top of the fire engine or be utilized in a remote location. This nozzle can flow high volumes of water up to 1000 gallons per minute. Members were shown how to correctly and efficiently deploy it while it is mounted on top of the fire engine. They also had the opportunity to set it up on the ground for remote operations. 

Thursday evening Westminster hosted a presentation from our very own Matt Stansbury. Matt regularly teaches fire ground tactics and techniques to firefighters in Frederick. He is going to be a guest lecturer in Frederick’s upcoming  “Key City Conference” where firefighters from all over the state come to Frederick to learn fire department skills. Matt took time out of his busy schedule to teach his principles to members of Westminster, Reese, Manchester, and CC DFEMS personnel. Everyone left tonight with a better understanding of the roles and responsibilities while operating on a fire ground incident. Thank you Matt for making us all better!

On February 13th, Westminster VFD hosted a training on the newly acquired Ventus Pro 5 and Tango CO gas monitors. It was taught by our area representative for the meters, Jeremy Gray. Mr. Gray taught all attendees the usage, care, and maintenance of these important devices. These meters will greatly enhance the departments ability to run natural gas, CO and other emergencies with in the community. They also provide the ability to monitor the air quality after a fire to protect firefighters from the deadly gases that occur after the fire is extinguished and let us know when it’s safe to remove our breathing apparatus. Westminster would like to thank Mr. Gray for his time teaching all who attended. 

Several weeks ago Queen Anne’s County sent a state wide request for EMS assets to assist with the annual Bay Bridge Run. WFD Deployed ATV3 to asssit with standby along the race route. WFD Volunteers stood by on the bay bridge while over 19,000 race participants ran the course. ATV3 was demobilized just after noon and returned to Carroll County. We are happy to lend a hand to whatever county in Maryland may need it.

A quick stop at Mercer Floors prevented a potential major event. A member at our station immediately got employees out of the business and store front.

More photos at: https://members.westminstervfd.org/apps/public/gallery/?Gallery_ID=10

Today (9/28/24), our Junior Program is attending the County wide Junior Day at the Carroll County Public Safety Training Center. They are starting the morning off with educational stations then demonstrations and ending the day with some friendly competition