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2026 Incidents
January	60
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
Decenber

2025 Incidents
January	54
February	40
March	56
April	40
May	58
June	77
July	79
August	51
September	65
October	25
November	52
December	71
Total	668

2024 Incidents
January	56
February	39
March	47
April	41
May	58
June	63
July	75
August	62
September	58
October	59
November	63
December	54
Total	675

2023 Incidents
January	40
February	50
March	38
April	57
May	56
June	59
July	83
August	67
September	45
October	44
November	59
December
Total	598

2022 Incidents
January	66
February	40
March	52
April	38
May	41
June	47
July	69
August	60
September	59
October	43
November	57
December	65
Total	637

2021 Incidents
January	50
February	48
March	63
April	44
May	63
June	57
July	79
August	81
September	67
October	59
November	71
December	75
Total	757

2020 Incidents
January	33
February	51
March	36
April	26
May	65
June	70
July	65
August	74
September	64
October	65
November	59
December	38
Total	646

2019 Incidents
January	76
February	48
March	42
April	38
May	57
June	63
July	79
August	52
Septamber	58
October	94
November	60
December	44
Total	711

2018 Incidents
January	56
February	43
March	73
April	46
May	43
June	52
July	77
August	85
September	58
October	65
November	59
December	55
Total	712

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Left to right; FF Eric Fusaro (FF of the Year Winner), FF Sarah Britner (Officer Award Winner), FF Mike Marconi (Dedicated Service Award Winner)

A Night of Honor, Tradition, and Service – 2026 Westerly Fire Department Annual Banquet

Captain Sam Homsi, March 01

Last night, Saturday 2/28/26, we gathered for our Annual Banquet to celebrate another year of service, dedication, and pride within the Westerly Fire Department.

Congratulations to this year’s award recipients:

*Officer’s Award – Mike Marconi
*Dedicated Service Award – Sarah Britner
*Firefighter of the Year – Eric Fusaro

Each of these members exemplifies the commitment, professionalism, and teamwork ... (Full Story & Photos)

Westerly Fire Department Mourns the Loss of Retired Chief Joseph A. Misto Sr.

Captain Sam Homsi, February 10

It is with deep regret and heavy hearts that the Westerly Fire Department announces the passing of Retired Chief of Department Joseph A. Misto Sr., age 89.

Chief Misto proudly served the members and citizens of the Westerly Fire District for decades, including his tenure as Chief of Department from 1991 to 2002. He was a devoted member of Alert Hook & Ladder Company No. 1, serving as Foreman from ... (Full Story & Photos)

WFD Assists in Water Search at Stonington Town Dock

Captain Sam Homsi, January 25

Stonington, CT — January 25, 2026 — At 4:52 a.m., Westerly Dispatch alerted volunteer crews to respond with the Aqua Eye to the Stonington Town Dock, at the request of Car 31. Squad 3 responded promptly with a full crew.

Upon arrival, crews deployed the Aqua Eye and operated in two-person teams outfitted in Mustang Ice Commander survival suits, working from the NRS ASR 155 rescue boat to conduct ... (Full Story & Photos)

Pinning Ceremony for Captain Fallon and Lieutenant Aylward

Captain Sam Homsi, December 10

On Tuesday, December 9, 2025, the Westerly Fire Department proudly hosted a formal Promotional Ceremony to recognize two members who have already spent months excelling in their new leadership roles. Surrounded by fellow firefighters, family members, and friends, the department honored Captain Eric Fallon and Lieutenant Stephen Aylward in a tradition-rich ceremony that highlighted both their service ... (Full Story & Photos)

WFD Department Officers. Left to right: Lt. J. Izzi, Lt. D. Henderson, Cpt. S. Homsi, A/C E. Haik, A/C J. Fusaro, A/C K. Morrone, Chief J. Mackay, Cpt. E. Fallon, Lt. B. Fricke, Lt. S. Aylward.

Westerly Fire Department Launches New Chapter of Project Fire Buddies

Captain Sam Homsi, November 22

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Westerly, RI – Friday, 11/21/25 — The Westerly Fire Department is proud to announce it has officially become the newest chapter of Project Fire Buddies, a national nonprofit dedicated to supporting children battling critical illnesses.

About Project Fire BuddiesProject Fire Buddies is a 501(c)(3) organization founded by firefighters to bring joy, comfort, and support to children ... (Full Story & Photos)

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