West Side Volunteer Fire Department

Located in St. Albans, W.Va., the West Side Volunteer Fire Department offers land and water rescue and fire prevention and protection services. It works to provide fire safety services for local residential, commercial and industrial clients. The department handles hazardous materials and offers emergency medical care services. It conducts a variety of community education and fire safety promotional events. The West Side Volunteer Fire Department maintains several water tankers, pumpers, ladders, life safety apparatus, and fire engines and extinguishers. It conducts firefighting training for school and community members, in addition to its firefighters. The department s staff includes a fire chief, mechanic, captains, lieutenants, probationary officers and support members. The West Side Volunteer Fire Department is