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Rollover in RockRidge
FEBRUARY 05
- At approximately 15:15 hours DCFD was toned for a rollover with occupants out of the vehicle on RockRidge road; Engine 6 and Engine 4 were out within seconds. Once on scene Engine 6 found that the car had come to rest in the front yard of a residence, and all the occupants self-extricated with no injuries. Engine 4 cleared the scene per Car 9 as the crew from Engine 6 held the scene while the tow ... (Full Story & Photos) |
Mutual Aid to Charlestown
JANUARY 27
- Around 3:00 the Charlestown Fire District was toned out for a possible brush fire on Kings Factory Road. Within seconds Westerly Dispatch conveyed to Charlestown Dispatch that they recieved a second call about the incident being an actual camper fire. Soon after the dispatch changed, Charlestown 701 upgraded the response to include us. Engine 6, Tanker 1 and Car 1 were on the road within a ... (Full Story & Photos) |
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DCFD Trains In Donated House
JANUARY 26
- On Sunday DCFD trained in ventilation, rescue, and forcible entry at a donated house in Charlestown. Members divided up into groups and cut holes in the roof for ventilation, broke down doors for entry, removed windows for extrication of victims and ventilation. Crews also cut holes in the floor to practice removing a firefighter that had fallen into a basement. DCFD gained a lot of knowledge from ... (Full Story & Photos) |
Blood Drive, February 18th
JANUARY 24
- On Thursday, February 18th, the Rhode Island Blood Center will be conducting a Blood Drive at the Dunn's Corners Fire Department, Station #1 at 1 Langworthy Road, Westerly, R.I. They will be accepting donors between the hours of 3:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M. Did you know that for each pint of blood donated three people may be helped, not just one. This is due to different components of the blood being ... (Full Story & Photos) |
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DCFD Responds To Early Morning Rollover On Route 1
JANUARY 17
- At approximately 0140 this morning, DCFD was toned out for a 1 car rollover across from Wagner Road in the southbound lane of Route 1. Upon arrival the WPD determined there was no entrapment; the driver exited the vehicle under their own power and without injury. Engine 2 responded under caution and the crew tended to a fluid spill. All units were cleared and put back in service at approximately ... (Full Story)
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DCFD Firefighters To Participate In The 2010 Fight For Air Climb
JANUARY 07
- On February 27, 2010 a team of firefighters from the Dunn's Corners Fire Department will climb 29 floors/ 58 flights/ 597 stairs in Providence, RI in their turnout gear and raise money to support a worthy cause. Responsible for one in seven deaths in the United States, lung disease is the third leading cause of death in our country. Through this event we'll be raising funds for research, education ... (Full Story & Photos) |
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MVA Route 1 at Stop and Shop
JANUARY 07
- DCFD responded to a two-car Motor Vehicle Accident at the Route 1 and Stop and Shop intersection. Upon arrival Car 1 assumed command. There was one injury and no fluids on the ground. DCFD helped Westerly Ambulance collar and backboard the patient before she was transported to the hospital. DCFD also aided in traffic control. All units were cleared per Car 1.... (Full Story & Photos) |
Ice Rescue Training
JANUARY 02
- On Tuesday December 29th, Dunn's Corners Fire along with Westerly Ambulance, Watch Hill Fire, and Ashaway Fire trained for cold water rescues. The night was the coldest of the year with 13 degree temps, and winds of 20 mph. Each department went over their techniques and equipment, and donned their suits to practice rescues. DCFD also used their rescue sleds for easier patient removal from the ice. ... (Full Story)
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