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Members of the Westerly Fire Department stretch a 2 1/2 inch line over the aerial of Ladder 1 into the second floor of the Welch Building.
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BLAZE FROM THE PAST: THE MOHICAN MARKET
Asst. Chief Joseph Fusaro, March 01
On Thursday March 22, 1956, Westerly would see the most destructive fire in the downtown area during the 1950’s. Situated near the corner of Broad St and Union St sat the Welch Building occupied by the Mohican Market. The Mohican Market served many in both Westerly and Pawcatuck. At about 5:18 am Westerly Police Officer Peter Comforti was patrolling the downtown area when he noticed smoke. While he ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Ice Rescue Training
Lieutenant Izzi, February 18
Our volunteers participated in a two part training series focused on Ice Rescue. The first night was focused on the various equipment and different rescue techniques. The second night we simulated a victim that had fell through the ice, where our members took turns executing the rescue.... (Full Story & Photos)
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Firefighters Pat Husereau and Larry Rathbun, of Rhode Island Steam Fire Engine Co. 1 operate a 2 1/2 inside an overhead door in heavy smoke. Box 3152, 2/18/1969
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BLAZE FROM THE PAST
Asst. Chief Joseph Fusaro, February 01
On Tuesday February 18, 1969 Westerly was settling back to normal after a mid-February snowstorm. Snow accumulations totaled several inches. At 2:30 pm Charles Coon, an employee of Collings Storage discovered a fire in rear of the main warehouse. He attempted to extinguish the fire discharging two fire extinguishers on the growing blaze with no affect. As the fire grew it activated the sprinkler ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Adopt a Fire Hydrant
Captain Sam Homsi, February 01
Businesses and homeowners alike are encouraged to “Adopt-A-Hydrant” near your business or home. There are hundreds of fire hydrants in the Westerly Fire District. Having hydrants clear of snow in an emergency can save minutes, where minutes could mean life or death.
Take a picture and post in the comment section with the #myWFDhydrant.... (Full Story & Photos)
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THIS MONTH (JANUARY) IN WFD HISTORY
Asst. Chief Joseph Fusaro, January 04
January 20, 1869- The Committee on Fire Engines purchased a steam powered fire engine , The Rhode Island Steam Fire Engine No. 1 along with a new hand pumper to be called the N.F. Dixon No. 2 from the Jeffers Company of Pawtucket RI.
January 5, 1875- The barn of Benjamin Babcock located in Stillmanville was destroyed by fire. This is in Pawcatuck.
January 10, 1901-Vose's Ice house caught fire ... (Full Story)
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