515 Post Road East
Westport, CT 06880
Telephone: 203-341- 5000
Facsimile: 203-341-5009
E-mail: See "Contact Us" link

Call 911 for any Fire emergency

Directions to Fire Department

The mission of the Westport Fire Department is to protect life and property through prevention, education, and suppression.

May 2008
Gas Grill Safety Tips

• Always follow manufacturer’s instructions for assembly, operation, maintenance, repair and storage.  Consult owner’s manual.
• Always turn control knobs to OFF and tank valve to CLOSED when not in use.
• Inspect grill and tank before each use for damage or wear.  Replace worn grill parts as needed, especially hoses and regulators.
• Using soapy water, check tank and valve for leaks.  Open the valve, but leave the appliance off while testing.
• Before lighting grill, always OPEN grill lid.
• Never move a grill that is in use.
• Never store a spare tank beneath a grill. 
• Never store or use flammable liquids, like gasoline, near the grill.
• Keep grills at least 3 feet away from structures and other combustibles.
• Never use gas grills indoors.

All documents below are in Adobe Acrobat format. If you do not have the Adobe Acrobat Reader, you can download it from Adobe.

• Alarm Ordinance (pdf)
• Alarm Registration Form (pdf)
• Open Burning Application and Certificate (pdf)
• Removal or Abandonment of Underground Storage Tanks (pdf)