Richmond Carolina Fire District

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No Caption This evening, we were dispatched to the Kenyon section of town for a reported boat fire

Richmond - Carolina Fire District, May 09

Upon arrival a 17’ fiberglass boat was fully involved with several boats as exposures. The fire was knocked down and limited to the boat of origin.
Response consisted of;
E-611 first due
E-613, T-615 and T-625... (Full Story & Photos)

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Our Junior Firefighters are staying busy!

Richmond - Carolina Fire District, May 09

This morning, we had the pleasure of welcoming Hope Valley Ambulance Squad Inc. to our station to give our junior members a hands-on look at their ambulances. Members learned about and operated equipment such as the stretcher, stair chair, and Reeves stretcher.

We then switched gears and trained with our hydraulic spreaders and cutters. To put their skills to the test, members took on a challenge ... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption πŸ”₯ FIRE SAFETY TIP: PLUG-IN AIR FRESHENERS CAN OVERHEAT Plug-in air fresheners may seem harmless, but like any electrical device, they can become a fire hazard if used improperly or connected to faulty outlets

Richmond - Carolina Fire District, May 08

⚠️ POSSIBLE RISKS:
β€’ Overheating
β€’ Damaged or loose outlets
β€’ Faulty wiring
β€’ Overloaded circuits
β€’ Defective or counterfeit products
β€’ Electrical arcing

The danger is not always the air freshener alone β€” sometimes the real problem is the outlet or electrical system behind it.

βœ” FIRE SAFETY REMINDERS:
β€’ Use only quality/certified products
β€’ Plug directly into a wall outlet
β€’ Avoid overloaded extension ... (Full Story & Photos)

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AM Training focused on vehicle cribbing and stabilization this morning

Richmond - Carolina Fire District, May 07

These skills are vital to operating at motor vehicle accidents to gain access to patients and keep patients and firefighters safe.... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption This am, we were dispatched for a reported garage fire with the fire possibly extinguished in the Kenyon Hill Trail Neighborhood

Richmond - Carolina Fire District, May 06

Upon arrival, a smoke condition was observed and the rear interior portion of the garage moderately damaged from extreme heat and smoke.
The state fire marshal is currently investigating the cause and the circumstances that helped extinguish this fire.
Apparatus response;
E-611, T-615 and T-625.
Reminder to check your smoke detectors and be sure they are in working order.... (Full Story & Photos)

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πŸ”” Deaf Awareness Week πŸ”” Some safety tips for or hearing impaired family members

Richmond - Carolina Fire District, May 05

Smoke alarms save lives but only if you can hear them. For individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, specialized smoke alarms can make all the difference.

These devices use strobe lights, bed shakers, and low-frequency sounds to ensure you’re alerted in an emergency day or night.

βœ… Install alarms designed for your needs
βœ… Test them regularly
βœ… Make sure everyone in your home knows your fire ... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption We assisted West Greenwich yesterday at a brush fire off Hopkins Hill Rd

Richmond - Carolina Fire District, May 05

They did a great job in bring this fire under control under very strong winds and heavy fuel conditions.
Our Brush response was;
Brush 614-with the FOG Unit
T-615 T-625 and manpower.
Additionally today we assisted them in mop- up with Brush 614 and the FOG unit.... (Full Story & Photos)

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πŸ”‹ Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Matters!

Richmond - Carolina Fire District, May 03

From phones to e-bikes, lithium-ion batteries power our daily livesβ€”but safe use is key to preventing fires and injuries.

⚠️ Keep these tips in mind:
βœ… Use certified batteries & chargers (look for safety marks like UL)
πŸ“– Follow manufacturer instructions
πŸ”Œ Unplug once fully charged
πŸ›‘ Keep away from flammable items like bedding or couches
πŸšͺ Don’t charge near exits or doorways

Small steps can ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Emergency: In an emergency, always call 911

 

Fire chief                                                                                                       Weekend on Duty Officer
Phone:  (401) 487-0050                                                                               (401) 487-9855
E-mail:  Chief@rcfd.org                                                                           Fri 3pm - Monday 7am 
Fax:      (401) 213-6495
 
Fire Marshal
E-mail:  cmoore@rcfd.org
 
Tax collector 
E-mail:  taxes@rcfd.org
Fax:      (401) 213-6495
 
Treasurer 
          Phone: (401) 213-6494
Fax:      (401) 213-6495
 
For all other questions about the fire district, such as how to get involved as a volunteer firefighter, be on the Board of Directors, help with fundraising, etc., e-mail info@rcfd.org
 

The Richmond-Carolina Fire District and Carolina Volunteer Fire Association provide for equal employment and membership opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, political beliefs, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, or enrollment in any public assistance program.

 

 

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