Westminster Fire Department
Coverage of Westminster Fire Department in the Nexus archive.
- Westbound Hwy 36 closed in Westminster due to fuel spill
Westbound Hwy 36 in Westminster, Colo., is closed between Pecos Street and Federal Blvd due to a diesel fuel spill. Emergency crews, including the Westminster Fire Department, are coordinating with law enforcement to clean up the spill and reopen the highway. The cause of the spill remains unreported.
- Colorado fire departments step up to help battle wildfires across the state
Colorado fire departments are deploying crews and specialized equipment to combat wildfires like the Ferris Fire and Snyder Fire. Agencies such as Adams County Fire Rescue and Westminster Fire Department sent personnel and Type 3 Brush Trucks, which are designed for rugged terrain and carry 500 gallons of water. Officials urge residents to avoid fireworks to prevent additional fires during the dry Fourth of July period.