West Allis Professional Firefighters Association

02/26/2026

12/16/2025

West Allis L342 stands with our brothers and sisters of L1923. Both unions support this merger as mechanism to save money for our respective communities while maintaining the high level of service we both provide.

The minimum expectation we ask for is that our members have some written assurances that our long earned benefits our families rely on, be at least maintained.

We stand together, we stand with the community and now we ask that the City officials show they stand with us.

11/24/2025

For the first time in recent history L342 and West Allis Fire admin has signed the IAFC/IAFF joint labor management agreement. This serves as a ceremonial document that aligns our goals. Thank you to Chief Schaak for your commitment towards a unified future.

10/17/2025

6 weeks of hard work, for a lifetime in the brother/sisterhood, welcome.

09/23/2025

Contact WAFD for your FREE smoke detectors!

09/12/2025

L342’s newest members, welcome gentlemen, happy to have you as part of the family.

09/11/2025

Never forget, united we stand 🇺🇸
#343 #911

08/28/2025

Press Release
For Immediate Release

West Allis Professional Firefighters Local 342 & Wauwatosa Professional Firefighters Local 1923

Regarding Potential Consolidation of the City of West Allis and City of Wauwatosa Fire Departments

As your firefighters, our foremost responsibility is to protect the lives and property of the communities we proudly serve. Recently, discussions have surfaced regarding a potential consolidation of the City of West Allis Fire Department and the City of Wauwatosa Fire Department.

As the Executive Boards representing our members, we are working diligently to review the details of this recommendation. At this time, much of the information remains in development, and it is too early to provide definitive answers to the many questions that understandably exist.

We want the public to know:
• The safety of our citizens and the quality of emergency services provided remain our top priorities.
• We will continue to advocate for the best interests of our members and the residents of both communities.
• Transparency and communication will guide our approach as more details become available.

We ask for your patience and understanding as we navigate this process. Our commitment to service will not waiver, and we will ensure the voices of our members and our communities are represented throughout these discussions.

West Allis Professional Firefighters Local 342
Wauwatosa Professional Firefighters Local 1923

08/21/2025

Wishing a happy and healthy retirement after 27 years of service ! Prost 🍻 brother !

08/17/2025

L342 taking home the championship and making it a “three peat” at this years state softball tournament, hosted by . Congratulations fellas!!

08/13/2025

Storm Response Summary – August 9–10, 2025

West Allis Fire Department

Over the night of August 9 into the early morning of August 10, our crews faced one of the most challenging shifts in recent memory. A severe weather event caused widespread, chest-deep flooding throughout West Allis, resulting in approximately 86 emergency calls between 5:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

🚨 Call Types:
Automatic alarms, smoke investigations, EMS, structure assessments, and numerous water and vehicle rescues—many carried out without formal run numbers due to overwhelming demand and radio congestion.

🚒 Staffing Highlights:
• Station 61: M1 and E61 crews responded to a wide array of emergencies, often abandoning apparatus to wade through deep water.
• Engine 62 & TL62: Investigated a gas leak at Unit Drop Forge caused by floodwater extinguishing pilot flames. Crews evacuated the building and shut down the gas safely.
• E63 (A Shift): Ran 26 calls—22 storm-related, including rescues of 12 adults, 10 children, and 3 dogs. Crews navigated flooded streets on foot, used ropes to reach trapped residents, and even rescued deaf occupants from their home.
• TL62: Responded to multiple high-risk incidents including extrications, mutual aid, and structure threats. Rising water, electrical hazards, and inaccessible roads forced many manual and improvised efforts.

💧 Extreme Conditions:
Some areas had over 4 feet of water, rendering streets impassable and homes unstable. DPW front-end loaders were used for transport. Despite exhaustion, soaked gear, and non-stop calls, our teams pressed on.

🔥 Core Values on Display:
Teamwork. Bravery. Adaptability. Dedication.
Our firefighters operated without pause, prioritizing life safety, and showing extraordinary commitment to the community under extreme conditions.

👏 A sincere thank you to all WAFD personnel on Platoon A, mutual aid partners, and public works for your incredible response and professionalism. This shift was a true example of what it means to serve.

06/16/2025

Thank you to the families for coming to have brunch with all the dads. Thank you to the crews for all meal prep.