On behalf of all we wish wish all members a happy and safe new year. Please take a moment to read Captain Perkins' most recent article from the the Westerly Sun and pledge to make your new year safer for you and your loved ones.... (Full Story & Photos)
Today marks the 45th Anniversary of the dorm fire which killed 10 female students at Aquinas Hall at Providence College. This tragic fire caused by an overheated hairdryer drying wet mittens from a snowball fight led to many changes to the fire codes of such buildings both locally and nationally. May the memories of those who perished as well as the courage of those who tried to safe them never ... (Full Story & Photos)
Please take a few moments to read Captain Perkins latest "Ask A Firefighter" article in the Westerly Sun.
This column was written by Jane Perkins, Fire Safety Specialist for the Rhode Island Southern Firefighters League and Captain of the Watch Hill Fire Department.
Assistant Chief Christopher Koretski, September 17
On Saturday 9/17 the Watch Hill Fire Department conducted training for the membership of the Baldwin Yacht Club visiting Watch Hill on marine flare deployment. The club members were able to see first hand what an emergency flare looks like when deployed as well as launch their own flares.
The WHFD is always accepting donations of expired flares and is always happy to instruct our community members ... (Full Story & Photos)
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