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THE WESTERLY FIRE DISTRICT HAS NO TAX SALE SCHEDULED FOR 2025
WESTERLY FIRE DISTRICT TAXES ARE ANNUAL AND BASED ON THE CALENDAR YEAR
*Important 2025 Tax Information*
The 2025 Fire District Tax Statements will be mailed late October/early November and are due by November 30th.
To CHECK BALANCE DUE click on the Check Account Balances link below.
Also to check balances paid for INCOME TAX filing purposes, please click Check Account Balance link.
You can also email your request to taxes@westerlyfire.com.
Any questions, please call 401-596-3856 or 401-596-0402 x3
ADDRESS CHANGES MUST BE MADE WITH THE TOWN OF WESTERLY TAX ASSESSOR'S OFFICE OR BY CALLING 401-348-2543
Payment Options:
MAIL - your payment to Westerly Fire District, PO Box 2952, Westerly, RI 02891
DROP OFF - in the mail slot at 180 Beach St, Westerly, RI 02891 (DO NOT PLACE PAYMENTS IN BOX AT WESTERLY TOWN HALL)
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Westerly Fire Department Prepares to Deploy New AquaEye Pro Sonar for Water Rescues
Captain Sam Homsi, September 29
The Westerly Fire Department has acquired the AquaEye Pro, a state-of-the-art handheld sonar that will soon be added to its water rescue capabilities. Over the past two weeks, our volunteers have completed extensive training on the device, and additional drills are planned before it is officially placed into service.
The AquaEye Pro uses advanced sonar and AI to rapidly detect people underwater in ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Pinning Ceremony for 3rd Assistant Chief Edward W. Haik
Captain Sam Homsi, September 05
The Westerly Fire Department held a pinning ceremony on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 6:30 PM to formally recognize the election and promotion of Edward W. Haik to the rank of 3rd Assistant Chief.
The event filled the room with Westerly Fire volunteers, department leadership, members from surrounding fire departments, family, and friends — all gathered to honor Haik’s service and celebrate this ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Westerly Fire District Announces Leadership Updates
Captain Sam Homsi, August 28
The Westerly Fire Department is proud to announce the promotion of Edward Haik to the rank of 3rd Assistant Chief, following a vote at the annual Westerly Fire District Meeting on Wednesday, August 27, 2025.
Assistant Chief Haik steps into the position (Car 34) previously held by Louis “Jay” Trebisacci, who recently retired after years of dedicated leadership and service to the department. Chief ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Structure Fire - 49 Spring St
Captain Sam Homsi, July 25
At 1:48 AM on Friday, July 25, 2025, Westerly Dispatch received a report of a structure fire at 49 Spring Street. Westerly Police arrived shortly thereafter and confirmed an active fire on the porch, extending into the structure.
Engine 3 arrived on scene at 1:56 AM. The crew deployed two 1¾” handlines for an interior attack and secured a water supply using a reverse lay from a nearby hydrant. Engine ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Photo courtesy of Washington County Fire Wire.
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125th Westerly Firemen's Memorial
Captain Sam Homsi, June 11
126th Westerly Firemen’s Memorial Parade & Ceremony
Members of the Westerly Fire Department, surrounded by their families, friends, and members of the community, hosted the 126th Westerly Fire Department Firemen's Memorial Parade & Ceremony this last Sunday, 6/8/25.
Members held a brief meeting at 0845 where the Company Charter's were draped and a moment of silence was held for our Departed Members. ... (Full Story & Photos)
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