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The Richmond Carolina Fire District is now accepting applications and resumes for the position of district tax collector.

Click here for info

The RCFD Tax Collector's Office will have new temporary office hours.
Starting September, Saturdays 11am to 1pm.
You are welcome to leave a voicemail 401-213-6494 or email taxes@rcfd.org
Thank you.

 

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Applications and resumes are being accepted for the position of district tax collector

Fire Marshal Christopher Moore, October 01

Richmond Carolina Fire District Tax Collector Job Description

September 25, 2026

The Tax Collector is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the Board of Directors. The position administers the District’s fire tax billing and collections, maintains reliable account records, responds to taxpayers, and gives the Board timely information about receipts and overdue accounts. This draft describes ... (Full Story)


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No Caption Last night’s training focused on building search operations and victim searches

Richmond - Carolina Fire District, October 01

Using artificial smoke, crews filled Hope Valley - Wyoming Fire District burn building to create a dark, low-visibility environment similar to what firefighters may encounter during an actual structure fire.

Crews entered the building and worked through the smoke to locate and remove simulated victims, putting their search techniques, communication, and teamwork to the test.

Our Junior Firefighters ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Notice to those who are on the municipal water system

Richmond - Carolina Fire District, September 30

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🔔ROAD CLOSURE ALERT:🔔 Route 138 in the area of Wood River Baptist Church is currently closed due to downed power lines

Richmond - Carolina Fire District, September 26

Please seek alternate routes.... (Full Story)


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This afternoon, Our volunteers assisted in rescuing a cat from his 30 foot climb

Richmond - Carolina Fire District, September 24

We are happy to have been able to assist in getting Ryder back on the ground safely.... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption 👂🔥 It’s International Week of Deaf People!

Richmond - Carolina Fire District, September 22

Does your home fire safety escape plan take the needs of everyone in your home into account?

Do you have a way to alert everyone if a smoke alarm sounds — including those who are Deaf or hard of hearing?

These are important questions, and the answer should be YES! ✅

There are devices available to help alert people who are Deaf or hard of hearing, including bed shakers, visual alert devices and ... (Full Story & Photos)

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🚨 #DYK Most home fire deaths occurred in homes without working smoke alarms or with alarms that were not properly maintained

Richmond - Carolina Fire District, September 18

A working smoke alarm is not optional. It can be the difference between waking up and not waking up.

Make sure your smoke alarms are:
✅ Working and tested regularly
✅ Properly maintained
✅ Installed on every level of your home and in bedrooms
✅ Replaced when they are 10 years old or older

Don’t wait for a fire to find out if your alarms are working. Test them today!

If you need assistance in ... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption During Thursday morning training, our crew dialed in ground ladder operations—a critical skill for chimney access, roof ventilation, and search and rescue

Richmond - Carolina Fire District, September 18

Spotlighting the amazing women of our department, Firefighter Becca Smith demonstrates carrying a roof ladder up a 24-foot extension ladder to set up safe roof operations.... (Full Story & Photos)

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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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