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 12 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 7 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

LCFD Members Train for Emergency Pill Dispensing Events Member Jacob Reimels, January 16 January 1, 2026 - Tiverton Public Library Members of the Little Compton Fire Department, as well as mutual aid partners underwent a training by the Rhode Island Department of Heath's Center for Emergency Preparedness and Response. Members learned how to establish and operate a POD (Point of Dispensing), which can quickly be established to deliver medications in the event of a widespread public health ... (Full Story & Photos)

New Emergency Radio Box - Veteran's Field LCFD L3, October 14 A new solar powered radio box has been installed at Veteran's Field, located between the parking lot and the tennis court. This radio box was purchased using Opioid Funds and is equipped with 3 buttons "Police, Fire, Ambulance" that sends an alarm directly to our emergency dispatchers at the Little Compton Public Safety Complex. There is an automated external defibrillator (AED) compartment that ... (Full Story & Photos)

Probationary Firefighter Jacob Reimels Sworn In! LCFD L3, October 02 On Monday September 22, 2025, Probationary Firefighter Jacob Reimels was sworn in by Deputy Town Clerk Heather Cook. PFF Reimels reported for duty the same morning and will be assigned to a training schedule prior to being assigned to a shift. Welcome PFF Reimels to the Little Compton Fire Department and welcome to the best job in the world! ... (Full Story & Photos)

RI Municipal Fire Academy Graduation! LCFD L3, November 15 On November 15, 2024, the Rhode Island Fire Academy held a graduation ceremony for Municipal Recruit Class 033. The Little Compton Fire Department would like to congratulate LCFD Probationary Firefighters Henry Ciannavei and Bryan Dupere as well as all of Recruit Class 033. PFF Ciannavei and Dupere will join our ranks and begin serving our community. Welcome to the best job in the world! ... (Full Story & Photos)

Wilbur McMahon Students Visit LCFD L3, November 01 Recently the Pre-K class from Wilbur McMahon School visited the firehouse to learn about fire safety and got to check out some of our apparatus and equipment. Grady of course was excited to meet new friends. ... (Full Story & Photos)

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