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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 9 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
MVA - Commons/Meetinghouse
LCFD L3, December 05
On Tuesday December 5, 2023, the LCFD was dispatched to the area of Meetinghouse Lane and The Commons for a report of a motor vehicle accident. Upon arrival crews found a single vehicle left the roadway and struck the stonewall in front of The Brownell House. The vehicle came to rest on top of the wall. The vehicle operator was self-extricated from the vehicle and transported to an area hospital ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Station Renovations
LCFD L3, November 06
During the month of October, the LCFD was lucky enough to have some station renovations done in our apparatus bay. Fresh paint on the walls, the floors were refinished with an epoxy coating, as well as new gear lockers for our members! ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Motor Vehicle Fire - Maple Ave
LCFD L3, November 02
On Thursday November 2, 2023, the LCFD was dispatched to Maple Ave for a reported motor vehicle fire. Upon arrival crews found a box delivery truck with fire located in cargo area of the vehicle. The fire was contained to the cargo area and was extinguished by Fire Dept. personnel. No injuries were reported. Cause of the fire remains undetermined at this time. Strong work B Platoon!
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Marine and Rescue Swimmer Training
LCFD L3, September 22
Last week the Little Compton Fire Department conducted Marine Rescue training along with the Little Compton Harbor Master at Sakonnet Point in between East and West Islands. Members trained on area familiarization in between and around Lloyd's Beach, East and West Islands and Sakonnet Lighthouse. As well as deploying our rescue swimmers to retrieve victims off the rocks. ... (Full Story & Photos)
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MVA Colebrook Rd
LCFD L3, September 13
On September 13, 2023, the LCFD responded to the area of Colebrook Rd at Adamsville Hill for reported motor vehicle accident. Upon arrival crews found a single vehicle accident vs a guardrail. The vehicle left the roadway and came to rest on top of the guardrail. The vehicle operator was self extricated from the vehicle upon LCFD arrival. The operator sustained minor injuries. ... (Full Story & Photos)
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