A fire extinguisher was instrumental in preventing a small fire from becoming a large fire this afternoon in Watch Hill.

At approximately 2:30 this afternoon, a 911 call was received from a business owner on Bay Street reporting smoke in the store and flames coming from a recessed light and fan fixture. The building contains several stores on the first floor and several apartments on the second ... (Full Story & Photos)

Watch Hill firefighters practiced flowing high volumes of water through 2 inch and 2.5 inch hose lines on Tuesday evening.

In addition to reviewing the various effects of solid stream nozzles and fog stream nozzles, firefighters also reviewed pump operations, connecting to hydrants. and using large diameter four inch supply lines.

We sincerely appreciate the understanding and the acceptance of ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Sunday, Watch Hill firefighters participated in a mutual aid water supply and tanker training exercise in Ninigret Park in Charlestown. The joint training simulation was developed and coordinated by the Rhode Island Southern Firefighters League.

The first portion of the training was instructional with four different training stations providing firefighters the opportunity to review water supply ... (Full Story & Photos)

Please take the time to read Jane's most recent article posted in today's Westerly Sun about the usage of fire extinguishers. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Congratulations to Watch Hill Firefighter Chris Wood for successfully completing the initial requirements to be certified by the State of Rhode Island as a Level 1001 Firefighter.

Although Chris started in the fire service a bit later in life than many recruits, he was able to complete the class without difficulty!

This class requires a significant personal commitment of time and energy and we ... (Full Story & Photos)