Flames Consume Westlake Condo: 7 Area Fire Departments Respond

Westlake Police responded to the large fire at the Courtyard Condos on Saturday, Aug. 8.

The officers braved the heavy smoke and flames on the roof to evacuate the residents and pets that were inside. They then assisted the fire departments that responded.

Thanks to H6 Photography for the great pics. H-6 Photo

Westlake Fire Department press release for structure fire at 28260 Detroit Road Westlake Ohio, The Courtyard Condominiums:

On August 9, 2020 at 11:22:53, Westcom central dispatch center received multiple calls of a working fire. Most of these calls came from motorist on Interstate 90 without an exact address. At 11:24:41, Westcom Dispatched a first alarm assignment to the area in an attempt to locate the fire. At 11:25:49 Units were updated with the correct address of 28260 Detroit Road, The Courtyard Condominiums, with units going enroute to the fire at 11:26:18.

At 11:31:52, the first fire apparatus arrived on the scene and found a well-advanced fire emanating from the third floor of the north side of the building extending into the roof structure. The Westlake Police department was on scene assisting residents in evacuating the building and removing their pets to safety.

The first arriving companies attempted to make an aggressive interior fire attack. The fire was too advanced and the crews retreated to a defensive posture. With the assistance of our mutual aid partners, the fire was brought under control in approximately an hour and a half. Due to the size of the fire and the hot and humid weather conditions two alarms were called to the scene.

Assistance was given by the Cities of Avon, Avon Lake, Bay Village, Fairview Park, Lakewood, North Olmsted, North Ridgeville, and Rocky River. The Red Cross was also called to the scene to assist 15 displaced residents.

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by the Westshore Fire Investigation Unit with the assistance of the State Fire Marshal’s Office.

Westlake Officer Earns Commendation

Congratulations to Ptl. Ryan Jasinsky who received a commendation from Westlake Fire Chief Hughes for his actions during a house fire on July 30. He heroically saved the family pet from perishing in the blaze which completely engulfed the home. “I’m sure the family is more than grateful. Good Job, Ryan! He is also our newest officer and a great addition to the team!,” reports Capt. Gerald Vogel. No persons or animals were injured in the fire.