By Chief Robert W. Seltzer Passage of a $4.5 million bond referendum on November 6th will enable the Town of Smithfield to build a fire station in the Route 116/Route 7 north end of town. This investment not only provides much needed service to the area, but also offers benefits for the entire town. For […]

The Smithfield Fire Department held their first public presentation regarding the new fire station bond on Monday, October 1st at the Smithfield Senior Center. A video of the presentation has been posted to the Smithfield Fire Department website. To view the video you may access it from the internet at www.smithfieldfire.com. Once on the website […]

The Smithfield Fire Department presented their first public presentation for the new fire station bond on Monday, October 1st. at the Smithfield Senior Center. Members of the public were presented with the research that was put together by the Fire department Study Implementation Task Force and their final recommendations concerning the need for a new […]

[CLICK ON LINK BELOW TO DOWNLOAD] Smithfield Fire Department New Fire Station Bond Costs and Proposed Building                

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 […]

It is fun to decorate for the winter holidays, but holiday decorations can increase your risk of a home fire. As you deck the halls this season, be fire smart. When you’re decorating with live trees, make sure you keep the tree watered. If a dry tree comes in contact with a flame, it can […]

Fireworks are synonymous with our celebration of Independence Day. Yet, the thrill of fireworks can also bring pain. Nationally, 230 people on average go the emergency room every day with fireworks-related injuries in the month around the July 4th holiday. Remember, fireworks can be dangerous, causing serious burn and eye injuries. You can help us […]

Extreme cold can lead to hypothermia and frostbite. Be aware of the signs & symptoms. See the chart below.

Do not forget the following: Carbon monoxide or CO is a colorless and odorless gas. CO poisoning can occur when a fuel-burning appliance or machine, such as a furnace, heater or generator, is not working or vented properly. Breathing in CO at high levels can be fatal. Learn what you can do to protect your […]

If you’re like many Americans, you’re starting off the New Year with a resolution to improve your health. As you work towards your resolution, consider one additional step to maintain your health: fire prevention. The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) is urging everyone to make 2016 a healthy and fire-safe year. Most people say they feel […]

Listed below are some safety issues that should be attended to during the winter months. Please take a moment to review each so that you may have a safe new year. Happy New Year from the men and women of the Smithfield Fire Department. (CLICK ON THE BLUE WORD FOR INFORMATION ON EACH TOPIC) Candles The top […]

Message from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention The holidays are a great opportunity to enjoy time with family and friends, celebrate life, to be grateful, and reflect on what’s important. They are also a time to appreciate the gift of health. Here are some holiday tips to support your efforts for health and […]

Statistics to share Based on 2006-2010 annual averages: Unattended cooking was by far the leading contributing factor in home cooking fires. Two-thirds (67%) of home cooking fires started with the ignition of food or other cooking materials. Clothing was the item first ignited in less than 1% of these fires, but these incidents accounted for […]

October 14, 2015   Jack-o’-lanterns, paper spiders, and dried cornstalks are hallmarks of Halloween. Unfortunately, these spooky symbols also can present lurking fire risks that have the potential to become truly scary. Learn five quick ways to ensure your Halloween holiday is safe, festive, and fun! By Lorraine Carli of National Fire Protection Association   […]