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HWSFD members responded to more than 30 storm-related calls on the night of July 4 and remained on calls or standing by at the firehouse until nearly 3:00 a.m. The work continued throughout the following days as members surveyed roads, identified areas that were difficult or impossible for emergency vehicles to access, and provided information to the town’s Emergency Operations Center. Throughout the storm response and recovery period, HWSFD members contributed a combined 174 hours of...

On the night of July 4, 2026, a severe storm moved through Harwinton, causing significant localized damage in the areas of Leadmine Brook Road, Woodland Drive, North Road, Harmony Hill Road, and Woodchuck Lane. Harwinton West Side Fire Department and Harwinton Volunteer Fire Department personnel responded to more than 30 calls for service throughout the storm. Incidents ranged from downed and burning power lines to trees that had fallen onto homes, blocked roadways, and carbon monoxide alarms...

This week's edition of The West Side Weekly from the Harwinton West Side Fire Department dives into Fire Hydrants, spotlights member Steven Lavigne, recaps last week's activities, and shares upcoming events. Interested in joining or learning more? Reach out at Membership@hwsfd.org.