Recently, Smithfield Firefighter/Paramedic Kelsey Brackett and Captain Michael LeBlanc were featured in the Rhode Island Association of Fire Chiefs’ video series “Rhode Island Firefighter Stories”: Firefighter/Paramedic Kelsey Brackett Captain Michael LeBlanc
Current American Heart Association Guidelines, which were released in 2015, highlight the importance of high-quality CPR. The American Heart Association’s guidelines are much like a road map assisting states as they reevaluate their EMS protocols and look for areas of improvement. In order to improve rates of survival there are many areas that must be […]
The Smithfield Fire Department is happy to announce the release of the recent fire department study titled the “Analysis of Fire Department Facilities and Operations of the Smithfield Fire Department”. The study was conducted by Kramer & Associates Group which is a fire service consulting group located in Blue Ash, Ohio. Read the full report […]
In the event of a fire emergency after heavy snow fall, could Smithfield firefighters find the hydrant near your home? Or does it get buried under a snow pile? There are hundreds of fire hydrants in the Town of Smithfield. After large snow storms Smithfield firefighters regularly go out to inspect these hydrants and clear […]
Firefighter: Seeking qualified candidates to establish an eligibility list. Applicants must have a high school diploma or G.E.D. Be at least 18 years old. Possess a valid Operators License. Hold current licensure as an EMT-Basic in the State of Rhode Island. In addition applicants must be a U.S. Citizen at time of appointment. Must present […]
In the event of a fire emergency after heavy snow fall, could firefighters find the fire hydrant near your home? Or does it get buried under a snow pile? After large snow storms firefighters regularly go out to inspect fire hydrants and clear them of snow when necessary. To help make this practice more efficient […]
Smithfield Fire Department Captain & Fire Marshal James Waterman was awarded the 2014 Firemark Award, recognizing outstanding commitment to community service. Captain Waterman was nominated by Smithfield Fire Chief Robert Seltzer and the award was presented by James Stein of Liberty Mutual Insurance. The award was given at the Town’s annual employee cook-out on September […]
Chief of Department Robert Seltzer announced today that the Smithfield Fire department is now on Twitter. The Twitter account for the fire department was activated today and is accessible through the fire department website (www.smithfieldfire.com) or the Twitter home page. The chief stated that “the use of social media provides an opportunity to get information […]
During the period of Sept. 8 through Sept. 14 the Smithfield Fire Department responded to a total of 112 calls for service. Of those, 64 were for medical emergencies, resulting in 54 transports to local hospitals. Fire apparatus from all 3 firehouses was used for 112 responses. Engine 1 responded to 73 calls Rescue 1 […]
During the period of Sept. 1 through the Sept. 7 the Smithfield Fire Department responded to a total of 104 calls for service. Of those, 62 were for medical emergencies, resulting in 61 transports to local hospitals. Fire apparatus from all 3 firehouses was used for 104 responses: Engine 1 responded to 60 calls. Rescue […]
During the period of August 25th through the 31st your Smithfield Fire Department responded to a total of 75 calls for service. Of those 54 were for medical emergencies, resulting in 50 transports to local hospitals. Fire apparatus from all 3 firehouses was used for 75 responses. Engine 1 responded to 48 calls. Rescue […]
During the period of August 17th through the 24th your Smithfield Fire Department responded to a total of 114 calls for service. Of those 74 were for medical emergencies, resulting in 63 transports to local hospitals. Fire apparatus from all 3 firehouses was used for 114 responses. • Engine 1 responded to 59 calls.• Rescue […]
During the period of August 11th through the 17th your Smithfield Fire Department responded to a total of 92 calls for service. Of those 67 were for medical emergencies, resulting in 61 transports to local hospitals. Fire apparatus from all 3 firehouses was used for 92 responses: • Engine 1 responded to 60 calls.• Rescue […]
For the week of August 4 through 11, the Smithfield Fire Department responded to 44 calls for service. Of those, 32 were for medical emergencies, resulting in 30 transports to local hospitals. Fire apparatus from all 3 firehouses were used for 44 responses: • Engine 1 responded to 33 calls.• Rescue 1 responded to 33 […]
When you change the time on your clocks this weekend it’s also time to change the batteries in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. Clean your smoke alarms and test them to make sure they are in good working order. Working smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors save lives. The National Fire Protection Agency […]
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