West Glocester Fire and Rescue

05/21/2026

The West Glocester Fire Department has been operating at a brush fire in the Durfee Hill Management Area, in the vicinity of Willie Woodhead Road. The fire has burned approximately 4 acres and is currently contained.

Residents in the area should expect to notice the odor of smoke over the next several days as the fire continues to smolder. The situation is being continually monitored by the West Glocester Fire Department in coordination with the Rhode Island Division of Forest Environment, Wildland Fire Control (RIDEM).

If you observe a significant increase in smoke conditions or visible fire, please dial 9-1-1 immediately.

We appreciate the public’s cooperation and awareness while crews continue monitoring conditions.

Special thanks to Chepachet Fire Department and Harmony Fire District for assisting in operations as well as all of the mutual aid who responded from neighboring communities.

04/15/2026

The West Glocester Fire Department would like to remind our district residents that burning is ❌NOT❌ permitted between March 15 and May 15.

Regardless of the current weather, wind, and rain patterns, our area’s vegetation is extremely dry / dead this time of year. This poses a dangerous risk when it comes to burning and, for this reason, burning permits are not issued during this timeframe. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to keep our community safe!

If you have any additional questions regarding burning permits and regulations, please contact us or stop in any week day for more information.

04/15/2026

This week, we recognize and celebrate Public Safety Telecommunicators Week — a time to honor the voices behind the scenes who are there for us on our worst days.

Thank you for your professionalism, your dedication, and your unwavering commitment to serving our community. Your work does not go unnoticed, and we are grateful for everything you do — today and every day.

03/14/2026

Missing dog from Scituate Ave. His name is Mikey. He is a very timid guy, please do not chase but call animal control asap 464-8700. He is a pit/hound mix, black with a large white patch on his chest and white on his paws.

02/22/2026

Please stay off the roads!

02/01/2026

Firefighters are currently working an incident in the 400 block of Putnam Pike.

Please use extreme caution and avoid this area if possible.

01/23/2026

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01/02/2026

Happy New Year!!!

The men and women of West Glocester FD responded to a total of 675 incidents for 2025.

That is a 33% increase from 2024!

If you or someone you know may be interested in joining WGFD, reach out to [email protected]

Have a healthy & Happy New Year!

12/20/2025

Santa is on his way! 🎄

🎄 JOIN US TONIGHT FOR THE ANNUAL GLOCESTER CHRISTMAS PARADE! 🎅✨

📅 December 20th
⏰ Parade kicks off at 6:00 PM

The Glocester Police & Fire Departments invite you to celebrate the season with us at this year’s Public Safety Christmas Parade! We encourage everyone to gather along Main Street, where local businesses will be joining in the holiday fun and festivities.

Keep an eye out for Santa himself, making a magical appearance as he rides down Main Street on a horse-drawn carriage! 🐴🎅

The parade will kick off from the West Glocester Fire Station at 6:00 PM. Bring your family, your friends, and your holiday spirit to Main Street—we can’t wait to see you there!

🚗 Parking:
There is ample parking available at Stafford Yard. Be sure to take some time to check out the shops over there—most local shops will be open especially for this event!

☕🍩 Doughboys & Hot Cocoa!
During Saturday’s Christmas Parade, as part of the Main Street festivities, the Ponaganset Baseball Team will be selling doughboys and hot cocoa to raise money for their trip to Cooperstown in April! Catch them in front of Trish Hampton Pet Boutique! ⚾️

12/16/2025

Your local firefighters are currently on the scene of an active structure fire in the area of West Glocester Fire Department on Rt 44 (Putnam Pike).

Please use caution and avoid the area if at all possible