Welcome to the Official Site of the Westerly Fire Department

October 18, 1907-Box 52-Kenyon’s Carriage Shop on Main St. was destroyed by fire.

October 12, 1909-Box-71-House 76 Pierce St., Costanzo Nigrelli was destroyed. Two other homes suffered damage.

October 22,1909-Box 57- -British Club, Potter-Langworthy Building, High St. suffered damage.

October 18, 1913-Box 52–Fenelon Block on Main St. suffered heavy damage.

October19, 1916-Box 33—Watch Hill House ... (Full Story)

As Fire Prevention Week™ approaches, Westerly Fire Department reminds residents:

“Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen!™

October 5, 2020 – The Westerly Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) — the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for more than 90 years —to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen!” ... (Full Story & Photos)

Westerly Fire Department joins other fire, police, & EMS agencies across the country lighting our building up in red over the weekend to honor 103 firefighters nationwide who died in the line of duty, including 82 who were killed in 2019.
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There is no question that fire departments are facing unprecedented challenges during the global pandemic. The pandemic has changed the way first responders train and how they respond to fire and first aid calls. However, the dedication of the volunteers in the Rhode Island Southern Firefighters League has remained constant. There is an inherent danger in being a first responder, yet volunteers throughout ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Board of Engineers recognized the need to restructure the line officers of the Westerly Fire Department. The Board developed a new command structure of 2 Captains and 4 Lieutenants. These officers were selected after an application process and oral interviews. The new line officers began their duties June 1, 2020 and were recently recognized at our Annual Meeting Wed, August 26, 2020.

The Board ... (Full Story & Photos)