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Welcome to the Town of Little Compton Fire Department. The purpose of this web site is to provide you with general information about our department; provide you with specific information about current issue affecting you and your family; update you about our latest incidents and events; and, give you an opportunity to contact us with any questions or comments you may have.
Our site is not only designed to offer you interesting and educational information, but also to reflect the tremendous pride and spirit within our department. We maintain a great respect for our history, and a strong sense of duty towards excellent performance in the present, and we look forward to meeting the challenges of the future. The Little Compton Fire Department is committed to delivering the highest quality of service to the Town of Little Compton in the most effective, efficient, safest, and professional way possible. The fire department provides services in fire suppression, rescue, fire prevention, fire inspection, emergency medical services, ocean rescues and disaster mitigation to list a few.
Our greatest resource, by far, are the 8 dedicated firefighters that currently make up this great department. The firefighters are committed to protecting the Town of Little Compton 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The department has one station which houses 5 different pieces of up-to-date, well maintained fire apparatus.
Whether you are a seeking specific information or just browsing, whether you are a concerned citizen of our community, or simply a curious fire buff; we trust you will find this web site helpful and informative. We welcome your questions or comments.
Best regards,
Richard G. Petrin
Chief of Department
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Senator Reed visits LCFD
LCFDL3, April 02
Senator Jack Reed was in town yesterday and stopped by to visit. We were able to show him the new equipment that we obtained through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Federal Program through FEMA. Senator Reed is a huge helping hand in obtaining these grants. In the last 5 years LCFD has acquired over $250,000 through the AFG Program. Thank you for the visit Senator and thank you for your commitment ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Inter Department Water supply Training
LCFDL3, March 25
Anytime a new hire comes through the door, that means its time to train...train....train. Having no hydrants in LC means that mastering the skill of drafting is one of our most important firefighting tasks. Earlier this week we had the opportunity to train with Tiverton FD and Portsmouth FD. Both departments are on the Mutual Aid run card for working fires in Little Compton. PFF Hughes and other Probationary ... (Full Story & Photos)
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PFF Hughes being sworn in by Town Clerk Carol Wordell at Town Hall.
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Welcome Probationary Firefighter Hughes
LCFDL3, March 22
Earlier today, Matthew Hughes was sworn in as a Probationary Firefighter. PFF Hughes has worked part time with LCFD for the last year. He fills a vacancy created by the unfortunate departure of Firefighter Johnson who was hired by another Newport County Department, Portsmouth Fire Department. We wish Firefighter Johnson the best in his career as a Portsmouth Firefighter. We are excited to have PFF ... (Full Story & Photos)
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COVID-19 Vaccine POD (Point of Distribution) INFO
LCFDL3, February 11
As many may have heard, LCFD and LC EMA (Emergency Management Agency), will be working with Tiverton Fire Dept & Tiverton EMA to administer vaccines to the public. Today we spent time organizing supplies and equipment for the POD. Starting Thursday, 2/18, we will begin administering vaccines to the general public 75 and older. The State, through the Federal government, has allotted 20 vaccines doses ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Motor Vehicle Accident - Colebrook Rd
LCFDL3, February 09
Around 7pm last night we responded to Colebrook Rd in the area of 184 for a motor vehicle accident, single car roll over. Crews arrived on scene to find a sedan rolled over on its side on the side of the road. The car was occupied with a driver and a front seat passenger. The crew was able to cut the roof away and extricate the two patients. Due to the nature of the accident both parties were transported ... (Full Story & Photos)
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