Assistant Chief Christopher Koretski, September 05
This morning, the Watch Hill Fire Department, along with Automatic Aid from the Misquamicut Fire Department, responded to Pasadena Avenue for a reported structure fire.
Companies arrived on scene within four minutes and found heavy black smoke coming from the chimney. Personnel investigated all floors of the residence and discovered an issue with the furnace. Members utilized Ladder 104 to access ... (Full Story & Photos)
Ladder 104 was positioned in an ideal spot to access the roof of the house with its 100 foot aerial ladder. Crews ascended the ladder and checked the chimney and surrounding roof area for fire extension.
Join us this Wednesday night for WHFD’s annual Open House & Safety Night. There is fun for all. Plan to join us! You won’t want to miss it. ... (Full Story & Photos)
This morning, Chief Reall and Assistant Chief Koretski had the privilege of joining fellow public safety leaders, elected officials, and members of the maritime community underway aboard the U.S. Coast Guard Tall Ship, the “Eagle” in and around Newport Harbor.
The Eagle, is a 295-foot barque built in 1936, serves as the U.S. Coast Guard's training vessel for future officers and is currently touring ... (Full Story & Photos)
WHFD is excited to announce our annual Open House which will be held on Wednesday August 5 from 6pm until 8pm at our Fire Station! There will be fun for the whole family with food and ice cream provided. We hope you will join us for this awesome event! 🎉🍦... (Full Story & Photos)
The Watch Hill Fire Department is proud to announce that 16 sets of ballistic protective gear have officially been placed into service.
Thanks to the generous support of the Alfred M. Roberts Foundation, the Department was able to purchase this equipment earlier this year, providing an additional layer of protection for our firefighters. In an ever-changing world, our chiefs recognized the importance ... (Full Story & Photos)
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