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Traffic Advisory: Weekend Road Closures for 2026 Ogden Half-Marathon Events
Published on May 20, 2026
The Wheeling Police Department is reminding residents and visitors to plan for traffic impacts related to this weekend’s Half-Marathon and Wellness W…
Annual Wheeling Fire Hydrant Inspections to Begin April 13
Published on April 06, 2026
Beginning Monday, April 13, the Wheeling Fire Department will begin inspecting fire hydrants throughout all city neighborhoods. The process will take…
Virginia Street Fire Information
Published on February 23, 2026
Wheeling Firefighters were called to Virginia Street at approximately 9:40 a.m. Monday morning for a reported structure fire. Crews located the fire…
Wheeling Fire Now Accepting Applications for Firefighters; Two Career Open Houses Scheduled
Published on February 03, 2026
The Wheeling Fire Department has announced that testing for probationary firefighters will be held on March 4, 2026. Interested candidates must apply…
South Penn Street Fire Information
Published on January 29, 2026
Shortly after 9:30 a.m. Thursday, January 29, 2026, B Platoon units responded to a structure fire in the 500 block of South Penn Street on Wheeling I…
South Penn Street Fire Information
Published on January 29, 2026
Shortly after 9:30 a.m. Thursday, January 29, 2026, B Platoon units responded to a structure fire in the 500 block of South Penn Street on Wheeling I…
Wheeling Fire Department Releases 2025 Statistics
Published on January 16, 2026
The Wheeling Fire Department released its annual statistics for 2025, reporting 8,244 total incidents, a 6% increase from the previous year.
The…
Washington Avenue Bridge Collapse Information
Published on January 07, 2026
Around 1:45 p.m. on Wednesday, January 7, Wheeling Fire and Police, Ohio County Sheriff’s Office, Emergency Management and other agencies responded t…
Wheeling Fire Department Announces Formation of Chaplain Corps
Published on November 25, 2025
The Wheeling Fire Department has established a Chaplain Corps—four clergy members dedicated to supporting firefighters and the community during momen…
Wheeling Fire Department Responds to House Fire on Main Street
Published on November 17, 2025
The Wheeling Fire Department responded to a house fire Saturday evening in the North Wheeling area of the city.Crews from Station 2 returning from a …
Washington Avenue Bridge to Close Dec. 2
Published on November 14, 2025
The Washington Avenue Bridge is planned close to all traffic beginning Tuesday, Dec. 2, to allow for its full replacement. It is anticipated the clos…
Hydrant Inspections in Elm Grove Area
Published on November 13, 2025
Beginning Monday, November 17, WFD and the water department will be conducting hydrant inspections throughout ELM GROVE.Inspections will take place M…
Wheeling Fire Department to Hold Annual Remembrance Ceremony on Oct. 29
Published on October 22, 2025
The public is invited to join the Wheeling Fire Department for its annual Fallen Firefighter Memorial Ceremony, scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 29, a…
From Phones to Power Tools: Wheeling Fire Department Urges Residents to Know the Risks of Lithium-Ion Batteries for Fire Prevention Week 2025
Published on October 02, 2025
The Wheeling Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) — the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week™ (FP…
Wheeling Fire Department to Hold Open House at New Headquarters
Published on September 24, 2025
The Wheeling Fire Department will host an open house Saturday, Sept. 27, inviting the public to tour its new headquarters in East Wheeling.The open h…
Wheeling Fire Department Opens New Headquarters in East Wheeling
Published on September 17, 2025
Years in the making, the Wheeling Fire Department has officially opened its new headquarters with a ribbon-cutting ceremony held on Wednesday, Sept…
Hydrant Inspection Update from the Wheeling Fire Department
Published on August 13, 2025
The Wheeling Fire Department is continuing its annual fire hydrant inspections. This proactive effort ensures that hydrants and water lines are funct…
Fire Hydrant Inspections to Begin on July 14
Published on July 09, 2025
Starting Monday, July 14, the Wheeling Fire Department will begin fire hydrant inspections in the Warwood neighborhood. Inspections will take place M…
City of Wheeling Reminds Public of Fireworks Ordinance Ahead of Independence Day
Published on July 01, 2025
With Independence Day days away, the City of Wheeling’s Fire and Police departments are reminding residents and visitors that certain types of firewo…
Wheeling Fire Department Responds to House Fire on Wheeling Island During Thunderstorm
Published on June 27, 2025
The Wheeling Fire Department responded to a house fire on Ohio Street on Wheeling Island just before 8 p.m. Thursday, amid a severe thunderstorm.Fire…
June 23 Flood Response Information
Published on June 23, 2025
SEARCH AND RECOVERY EFFORTS Search efforts continued throughout the weekend to locate 83-year-old Sandra Kay Parsons of Triadelphia, who remains miss…
June 18 Flood Response Information
Published on June 18, 2025
REPORT DAMAGE Emergency officials are strongly urging homeowners and businesses to report Flood Damage to the WV Emergency Management Division at emd…
Damage Survey
Published on June 17, 2025
If you were impacted by this week’s flooding, please complete the survey at the link below. Your response is critical for the damage assessment that …
Ohio Street Fire Information
Published on April 08, 2025
The Wheeling Fire Department responded to a structure fire Tuesday morning at 13 Ohio Street on Wheeling Island.Around 7:07 a.m., the county 911 cent…
East Wheeling Fire Reponse
Published on March 31, 2025
Just before 6 p.m., Friday, the Wheeling Fire Department was called to a house fire in the 1500 block of Wood Street in East Wheeling. A passerby cal…
18th Street Fire Investigation
Published on February 25, 2025
Just before 2 p.m. Tuesday, the Wheeling Fire Department was called to a house fire on 18th Street in East Wheeling.
The first company on the sc…
WFD Responds to House Fire on Vance Avenue
Published on January 29, 2025
Around 9:25 a.m. Wednesday, the Wheeling Fire Department responded to a house fire in the 2500 block of Vance Avenue in Warwood. Firefighters arrived…
Wheeling Fire Department Releases 2024 Statistics
Published on January 10, 2025
The Wheeling Fire Department released its annual statistics for 2024. All departmental incidents for last year totaled 7,768 – a 3%…
Elm Grove Fire Information
Published on December 06, 2024
Just after 8 p.m., Thursday, Wheeling firefighters were called to 2175–2177 National Rd. in Elm Grove for a structure fire.When the first responding …
Overnight Eoff Street Fire
Published on November 15, 2024
The Wheeling Fire Department is investigating a house fire that occurred early Friday morning in South Wheeling. Around 12:45 a.m., firefighters were…
Wheeling Fire to Hold Annual Remembrance Ceremony Next Week
Published on October 24, 2024
The public is invited to join the Wheeling Fire Department at the city’s Fallen Firefighter Memorial on Tuesday, Oct. 29 for its annual fallen firefi…
Wheeling FD Urges Residents to Check Smoke Alarms for National Fire Prevention Week 2024
Published on October 08, 2024
The Wheeling Fire Department is marking National Fire Prevention Week by focusing on a key element of fire prevention – smoke alarms.
WFD …
Main Street Crash Investigation
Published on September 11, 2024
Wheeling Police are investigating a multi-vehicle crash that occurred late Wednesday morning in downtown.Around 11:40 a.m. police and fire department…
Apartment Fire Information
Published on August 21, 2024
Around 2 p.m., today, the Wheeling Fire Department was called to the Booker T. Washington Apartments, located at 1030 Chapline Street in downtown for…
Ivy Avenue Fire Information
Published on August 13, 2024
The Wheeling Fire Department is investigating an overnight fire that occurred in the Woodsdale area of the city. Around 2:15 a.m., firefighters respo…
East Wheeling Second Alarm Fire
Published on June 08, 2024
No one was injured during a second-alarm fire that heavily damaged four homes Saturday in East Wheeling. The Wheeling Fire Department was dispatched …
Public Notice of Large-Scale Training Exercise in Wheeling
Published on April 24, 2024
The Wheeling-Ohio County Emergency Management Agency and local law enforcement, fire and EMS and medical personnel will be conducting a live large-sc…
Annual Wheeling Fire Hydrant Inspections to Begin Next Week
Published on April 09, 2024
Beginning Monday, April 15, the Wheeling Fire Department will begin inspecting fire hydrants throughout all city neighborhoods. The process will take…
City of Wheeling Flood Cleanup Information for Friday, April 5
Published on April 05, 2024
According to the National Weather Service, the Ohio River in Wheeling crested around 8 p.m., Thursday at 41.49 feet. Water levels are continuing to d…
April 4 Ohio River Flood Information
Published on April 04, 2024
Important Information from the Wheeling-Ohio County Emergency Management Agency and Wheeling Public Safety on today's (Thursday, April 4) Ohio River …
25th Street Fire Investigation
Published on April 02, 2024
Around 8:30 p.m. Monday, the Wheeling Fire Department responded to a duplex structure fire on 25th Street in Center Wheeling. When firefighters arriv…
Wheeling Fire Department Releases 2023 Statistics
Published on January 17, 2024
The Wheeling Fire Department released its annual statistics for 2023 today. All departmental incidents for last year totaled 7,512 –&nbs…
Wheeling Fire’s First Therapy Dog Delta is Now on Duty!
Published on December 18, 2023
Through a joint effort of the Wheeling Fire Department’s Peer Support Group and the City of Wheeling, the department now has its first-ever therapy d…
Wheeling Fire Stations Collecting Non-Perishable Foods During November
Published on November 03, 2023
The Wheeling Fire Department is joining forces with the Neighbors Helping Neighbors Annual Food Drive all month long to help local service agencies i…
East Wheeling Second Alarm Fire
Published on November 02, 2023
The Wheeling Fire Department is investigating an early morning fire that destroyed two buildings in East Wheeling.At 4:55 a.m., firefighters were cal…
WFD Investigating Elm Grove House Fire
Published on October 24, 2023
Wheeling firefighters worked several hours extinguishing a house fire early Monday evening.Firefighters were dispatched to 2359 Upper Power Ave. arou…
WFD To Hold Annual Firefighter Memorial Ceremony on Oct. 29
Published on October 23, 2023
The public is invited to join the Wheeling Fire Department at the city’s Fallen Firefighter Memorial at 11 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 29 for its annual falle…
Wheeling Fire Department to Focus on Cooking Safety for ‘National Fire Prevention Week 2023’
Published on October 05, 2023
The Wheeling Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) — the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Wee…
City of Wheeling Police and Fire to Square Up on the Court in Charity Guns & Hoses Basketball Game
Published on July 27, 2023
Members of Wheeling’s Police and Fire Departments will be hanging up their handcuffs and hoses for an evening as they take to the court in a charity …
City of Wheeling Issues Reminder on Illegal Fireworks
Published on June 27, 2023
With the Independence Day holiday weekend less than a week away, the city of Wheeling’s fire and police departments are reminding residents and visit…
Weekend Apartment Fire Investigation
Published on June 12, 2023
The Wheeling Fire Department is investigating a fatal fire that occurred this past weekend in an apartment complex.Around 9:30 p.m., Saturday, firefi…
WFD Responds to Monday Evening Fire in Edgewood/Woodsdale
Published on May 16, 2023
Just after 8 p.m. Monday, WFD was called to a residential structure fire at the corner of Birch Ave & South Park Street in the Edgewood/Woodsda…
North Wheeling Fire Information
Published on April 04, 2023
Just before 2:10 p.m., Tuesday, Wheeling Firefighters were called to 400 Kenney Street in North Wheeling for a house fire. When crews arrived on scen…
WFD Announce Fire Hydrant Inspection Dates
Published on April 03, 2023
Beginning Monday, April 10, the Wheeling Fire Department will begin inspecting all fire hydrants over the next 30 days throughout all city neighborho…
Elm Grove Overnight Fire Information
Published on March 24, 2023
Wheeling Firefighters overnight responded to a house fire in the Elm Grove area of the city. Around 3:15 a.m., firefighters were called to Overbrook …
WFD Investigating Apartment Fire
Published on February 08, 2023
The Wheeling Fire Department responded to an apartment fire late Tuesday evening in downtown. Firefighters were dispatched to the Booker T. Washingto…
WFD Investigating Early Morning Fatal House Fire in Center Wheeling
Published on January 18, 2023
The Wheeling Fire Department is investigating a house fire that resulted in a fatality in Center Wheeling early Wednesday morning.
A…
Wheeling Fire Department Releases 2022 Statistics
Published on January 11, 2023
The Wheeling Fire Department released its yearly statistics today and noted the department hit another historical milestone in 2022, making it the …
WFD Investigating Overnight Fire
Published on December 07, 2022
The Wheeling Fire Department is investigating an overnight fire in the Pleasanton area of the city. Around 1:25 a.m., Wednesday, firefighters were di…
Wheeling Fire Reminds Public of Holiday Fire Dangers
Published on December 01, 2022
With the arrival of the holiday season, the Wheeling Fire Department wants to remind the public of several key safety factors to keep themselves safe…
Apartment Damaged in Overnight Fire
Published on November 17, 2022
The Wheeling Fire Department is investigating a fire that occurred in the Woodsdale neighborhood of the city early Thursday morning.Around 12:10 a.m.…
Wheeling Fire Department Introduces First Ever Canine to the Force
Published on November 09, 2022
The Wheeling Fire Department announced a new method when investigating fires today by introducing the newest member of its team – Indy, the departmen…
No Injuries in Overnight House Fire
Published on October 09, 2022
The Wheeling Fire Department responded to a house fire early Sunday morning in the Elm Grove section of Wheeling. Firefighters were dispatched to 243…
Wheeling Fire Department to Mark Centennial Anniversary of ‘National Fire Prevention Week’
Published on October 05, 2022
The Wheeling Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)—to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention…
Jacob Street Fire Investigation Update
Published on August 25, 2022
The Wheeling Fire Department’s Bureau of Fire Investigations stated today the cause of the Saturday, Aug. 13 East Wheeling fire will remain u…
Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for New Wheeling Fire Department Headquarters
Published on August 23, 2022
Members of the Wheeling Fire Department, alongside Wheeling city council, city administration and local leaders broke ground for the city’s n…
Multiple Buildings Catch Fire in Saturday Afternoon Second Alarm Fire
Published on August 13, 2022
No one was injured when a fire engulfed several buildings Saturday afternoon in East Wheeling. At 12:23 p.m., the Wheeling Fire Department was dispat…
Wheeling Fire Department Recognized Again with AHA Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold Plus Award
Published on July 07, 2022
The Wheeling Fire Department has once again earned an American Heart Association Mission: Lifeline® EMS Award. For the third year in a row, WFD earne…
City of Wheeling Issues Reminder on Illegal Fireworks
Published on June 27, 2022
With the Independence Day holiday weekend approaching, the city of Wheeling’s fire and police departments are reminding residents and visitor…
Three Firefighters Injured in Center Wheeling Electrical Fire
Published on June 14, 2022
Three Wheeling Firefighters were injured in fire that occurred in Center Wheeling early Tuesday morning.
The Wheeling Fire Department was calle…
Warwood Avenue Fire Information
Published on June 09, 2022
No one was injured after a house caught fire in the Warwood area of Wheeling Wednesday night. Wheeling firefighters were dispatched to 321 Warwood Av…
Market Street Bridge Closed to Traffic
Published on June 08, 2022
The Market Street Bridge (located in Center Wheeling) is closed until further notice after an overnight fire underneath the span caused damage to t…
WFD Debuts New Fire Engine for Warwood’s Station 9
Published on June 06, 2022
The City of Wheeling’s Warwood fire station is finally home to a brand-new engine truck!New Engine 9 – housed at Station 9 on Richland Avenue is a 20…
North Wheeling Fire Information
Published on April 29, 2022
The Wheeling Fire Department responded to a house fire in the North Wheeling area of the city Friday morning.Just after 8 a.m., multiple calls were m…
No Injuries in Late Morning Fire in North Wheeling
Published on April 21, 2022
The Wheeling Fire Department is investigating a house fire that occurred in the North Wheeling area of the city late Thursday morning.Around 10:35 a.…
Wheeling Fire Department Announce Annual Fire Hydrant Inspection Dates
Published on April 14, 2022
Beginning Monday, April 18, the Wheeling Fire Department will begin inspecting all fire hydrants over the next 30 days throughout all city neighbor…
Zane Street Fire Investigation
Published on April 07, 2022
The Wheeling Fire Department is investigating a fire that occurred on Wheeling Island early Wednesday evening.Around 6:35 p.m., firefighters were cal…
Kenney Street Fire Information
Published on March 24, 2022
Around 9:45 a.m. Thursday morning, the Wheeling Fire Department was dispatched to 94 Kenney Street in North Wheeling for a reported house fire.City o…
Wheeling Fire Department’s South Wheeling Station to Mark Special Milestone
Published on March 08, 2022
The Wheeling Fire Department invites the public to an open house of its South Wheeling fire station this coming weekend as it marks a significant ann…
North Front Street Fire Investigation
Published on February 17, 2022
Around 6:50 p.m., Wednesday evening, the Wheeling Fire Department was called to 118 North Front St. on Wheeling Island for an initial report of smok…
Wheeling Fire Department Releases 2021 Statistics
Published on January 20, 2022
The Wheeling Fire Department announced Thursday the department hit a historic milestone in 2021, making it the busiest year on record for incidents…
Richmond Ave Fire
Published on December 27, 2021
Just after 1 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 26, the Wheeling Fire Department was called to a house fire on Richmond Ave in the Mozart neighborhood. When the fir…
Wheeling Fire Department Issues Safety Reminder During Holiday Season
Published on December 02, 2021
With the 2021 holiday season in full swing, the Wheeling Fire Department wants to remind the public about several potential fire dangers and safety c…
Gamble Avenue Fire Investigation
Published on October 25, 2021
The Wheeling Fire Department is investigating a fire that took place early Monday morning in Elm Grove. Around 12:30 a.m., firefighters were called t…
WFD Urges Public to ‘Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety’ During National Fire Prevention Week
Published on September 29, 2021
The Wheeling Fire Department’s Bureau of Fire Prevention is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Agency once again for National Fire Preventi…
Center Wheeling Fire Information
Published on September 23, 2021
The Wheeling Fire Department is investigating a house fire that took place Thursday morning in Center Wheeling. Just after 9:30 a.m., firefighters we…
Wheeling Fire Department Recognized Again with Lifeline EMS Gold Plus Award
Published on September 02, 2021
The Wheeling Fire Department is proud to announce the department has once again earned an American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® EMS Award. …
WFD Investigating Overnight Fire in South Wheeling
Published on August 30, 2021
The Wheeling Fire Department is investigating a fire that damaged an apartment building early Monday morning in South Wheeling. Around 3:06 a.m., fir…
Wheeling Police, Fire Issue Warning on Illegal Fireworks
Published on June 24, 2021
As the Independence Day holiday approaches, the city of Wheeling’s police and fire departments are reminding residents and visitors not to use or ign…
Wheeling Fire Hydrant Flushing to Take Place Throughout May
Published on May 05, 2021
The Wheeling Fire Department will be flushing all city fire hydrants throughout the month of May in all neighborhoods. The process will take place Mo…
James Blazier Selected as Next City of Wheeling Fire Chief
Published on May 04, 2021
City Manager Robert Herron has announced that James Blazier, a 32-year veteran of the Wheeling Fire Department, has been selected as the next fire ch…
WFD Mourns the Loss of Retired Chief Cliff Sligar
Published on March 19, 2021
The Wheeling Fire Department mourns the loss of retired Fire Chief Cliff Sligar, who died Wednesday, March 17 in Wheeling.Chief Sligar joined the WFD…
WFD and American Red Cross Working to Sound the Alarm & Save Lives
Published on March 05, 2021
The City of Wheeling’s Fire Department and the American Red Cross Ohio River Valley Chapter are resuming their plans to install roughly 200 fre…
WFD Issues Safety Reminder on Home Heating Devices During Upcoming Cold Snap
Published on February 04, 2021
With frigid temperatures approaching the area next week, the Wheeling Fire Department’s Bureau of Fire Prevention is reminding the public to be…
I-70 Eastbound Fulton Bridge Closure Beginning Monday, February 1
Published on January 25, 2021
The West Virginia Division of Highways advises that, beginning Monday, February 1, 2021, I-70 Eastbound will be closed from US 250 & WV 2 South -…
Wheeling Fire Department Releases 2020 Stats
Published on January 21, 2021
Overall calls for fire and emergency medical services decreased in 2020, the first yearly decline in recent memory, according to the Wheeling Fire De…
South York Street Fire Investigation
Published on January 03, 2021
Wheeling Firefighters were called to the scene of a house fire at 315 South York Street on Wheeling Island Sunday afternoon, January 3.
An occ…
Avenue Eats Fire Update
Published on November 13, 2020
The Wheeling Fire Department’s Bureau of Fire Investigations announced today the Nov. 1, 2020 fire at Avenue Eats, located at 1201 Valley View …
Valley View Avenue Fire Investigation
Published on November 01, 2020
Wheeling firefighters were called the scene of a structure fire just after 5 a.m. Sunday at the corner of Washington Avenue and Valley View Avenue in…
No Injuries in Early Morning Downtown Apartment Fire
Published on October 15, 2020
This morning, around 4:20 a.m., a fire alarm activation sent Wheeling firefighters to the Booker T. Washington apartments in downtown.
Moments…
South Wheeling Fatal Fire Investigation
Published on October 07, 2020
Wheeling Firefighters are investigating a fatal fire that occurred late Tuesday evening. Shortly after 9 p.m., firefighters were called to 4224 Jacob…
National Fire Prevention Week 2020 Set for October 4-10
Published on October 01, 2020
The Wheeling Fire Department’s Bureau of Fire Prevention invites the public to take part in National Fire Prevention Week – set for Octob…
