That split-second decision to speed through a light that's just turned red could cost far more than a traffic ticket—or the few minutes you think you're saving.

It could cost you your life...or someone else's.

No appointment, errand, or destination is worth that risk. Slow down, stop on red, and help keep everyone on our roads safe.

A couple of minutes isn't worth a lifetime of regret.

#stoponred2026#RCFD... (Full Story & Photos)

School begins tomorrow and we were fortunate to have them available to us all summer. Their willingness to learn and the commitment to the department is greatly appreciated. They each set-up the hydrant and flowed water from the engine.... (Full Story & Photos)

Fire was contained to the work van and no extension to nearby buildings or vehicles.

Response:
E-613
E-613
E-612
T-615... (Full Story & Photos)

Whether you’re driving, walking, or riding the bus, everyone has a role in keeping students safe.

🛑 Drivers: Slow down and stop when a school bus has its red lights flashing and stop arm extended. Never pass a stopped school bus.

🚶 Students: Stay alert around buses, use sidewalks and crosswalks when available, and wait for the bus to come to a complete stop before approaching.

🚌 Bus riders: ... (Full Story & Photos)

Our members will be on-site and ready to assist with keeping fairgoers safe while enjoying all the fair has to offer.

Engine 617, Brush 614, and FOG 619 will be stationed at the fairgrounds, along with additional apparatus arriving at the beginning of each day.

Be sure to stop by our Special Operations Trailer while you’re at the fair! We’ll have plenty of fire prevention goodies and information ... (Full Story & Photos)

Members arrived to find a shed the was torn down and the owner burning the construction materials. Construction materials are not allowed to be burned if they contain pressure treated, plywood, roofing shingles, or any other type of materials that may have glue in them. Members assisted the homeowner in extinguishing the fire. A reminder that any open burning outside of a small 3’x3’x3’ in a contained ... (Full Story & Photos)

Units arriving secured the area until RI Energy was able de-energize the system and extinguish the fire assisted by the RCFD crews.
Units responding:
Engine 611
Engine 617
Tanker-625... (Full Story & Photos)

As students head back to off-campus housing, many haven't had a formal fire safety lesson since elementary school. That's why it's important to have a conversation before you unpack the boxes.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parents: Use this fire safety checklist with your student and their roommates before classes begin.

✅ Test all smoke alarms.
✅ Know two ways out of every room.
✅ Locate the nearest fire extinguisher.
✅ ... (Full Story & Photos)