Joe Molis

Assistant Chief Providence Fire Department

[Derek Silva @dsilvaPFD]

Incident Alert: @PVDFireDept is operating at a 3rd alarm fire involving three homes on Carpenter Street. Currently, 67 firefighters are on scene working to control and extinguish the fire.

[Derek Silva @dsilvaPFD]

Incident Update: the primary fire building has collapsed, and two abutting properties sustained heavy fire damage. The fire is now under control. Two firefighters are being treated for minor injuries. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

[Mayor Brett Smiley @PVDMayor]

Today I'm proud to announce that we've added a brand new rescue with the most up-to-date technology and are hiring 16 new firefighters to join the force in the upcoming months.

These efforts are in thanks to the Providence City Council and with support from Senator Whitehouse, Senator Reed, Congressman Amo and Congressman Magaziner. These investments in the City not only strengthen our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of our community but will also equip firefighters with technology that protect our residents.

The City of Providence stands by our brave and dedicated Fire Department and these initiatives only make our community safer and stronger.

[FOX Weather @foxweather]

WINTER HEROES: Providence Fire Department Chief Derek Silva joins FOX Weather to talk about the challenges firefighters faced in the historic blizzard that brought over two feet of snow.

#RhodeIsland #firefighter #snow #blizzard #winter #foxweather

[The Valley Breeze @TheValleyBreeze]

Cumberland High School has named Matt Allard head baseball coach. Allard posted a .755 winning percentage and won six state titles in seven seasons as Upper Deck Post 14’s manager. https://t.co/X13u6cbt0R

[Providence Fire Department @PVDFireDept]

‘The Providence Fire Department has been hard at work preparing for the impending snowstorm, which is expected to dump anywhere between 12 to 18 inches across most of the Ocean State.’ https://t.co/xEE23M1WPv

[Providence Fire Fighters @ProvFirefighter]

We are offering free, safe rides home to city residents. Call [phone] 11pm-2am and one of our volunteers will pick you up anywhere in the city and give you a free ride home.

[FBI Boston @FBIBoston]

#FBI Boston congratulates our partners who graduated from the #FBI National Academy session 296!

•Major Roger Aspinall, @ProvidenceRIPD
•Deputy Chief James LeBretton, @Plymouth_Police
•Captain Thomas Henry McLain Jr., @CityofChelseaPD
•Deputy Chief Jeffrey Pardue, @falmouthpd_fd
•Captain Michael Perrone, @SomervillePD
•Captain Dennis Tessier Jr., @LitchfieldPD
•Deputy Chief James West, @franklinpolice

Learn more about the program: https://t.co/JYSxyBer64

[The Boston Globe @BostonGlobe]

In a modern world of mass shootings and other tragedies, firefighters have demands and duties like never before. https://t.co/0OkQsucgTZ

[Providence Fire Department @PVDFireDept]

Rescue 8 & Rescue 9 are officially online! These new units will boost response times and support our firefighters during peak EMS demand. Proud day for PFD. 🚑🔥

[Providence Fire Department @PVDFireDept]

Today, we welcomed a new rescue truck into service, with another arriving soon.

Rescue 3 & 4 are among the busiest EMS units in the nation, answering 12K+ calls a year. These upgrades give our firefighters the tools to respond quickly & keep Providence safe.

[WPRI 12 @wpri12]

The @RIRedCross was out installing smoke alarms today in Providence. If you need help with that in your home, here's what you need to know: https://t.co/i7m8GaYkFV

[Providence Fire Department @PVDFireDept]

Our EMS Bike Team is back!

Operating Monday–Friday, 10AM–6PM, our firefighter/EMTs respond faster, distribute Narcan + connect people to care.

Thanks to @SenWhitehouse & community partners for supporting this life-saving program.

More info: https://t.co/kQtopHrIJg

[Providence Fire Department @PVDFireDept]

You may be surprised to learn that water isn't always the go-to fire extinguishing method. Here's a glimpse of our recent training session, where we practiced deploying firefighting foam to combat fires involving flammable liquids like gasoline, oil, and alcohol.

[Providence Fire Department @PVDFireDept]

Our 56th Academy are pushing their limits and ascending Pompier ladders with confidence. This specialized training prepares them for the demands of firefighting operations, including ladder rescues in adverse conditions. Thank you @BostonFire for the use of the training site!

[Providence Fire Department @PVDFireDept]

PFD Training Academy Recruits are working hard!

[WPRI 12 @wpri12]

Two young children are in the hospital after being rescued from a burning Providence home. Tonight at 5, we're hearing from their mom and first responders about the frightening incident.
Read more here: https://t.co/5Tx384IgrH

[Providence Fire Department @PVDFireDept]

🚒 **Exciting Times at the Providence Fire Department!** 🚒

Yesterday, we welcomed 50 dedicated and passionate trainees to our 56th Training Academy! These future firefighters are embarking on a journey that will prepare them to become Providence’s bravest!

[Providence EMA @ProvidenceEMA]

REMINDER: As extreme cold temperatures continue,, individuals are urged to stay indoors when possible and limit exposure to the cold and wind. For a list of warming centers in @CityofProv and safety tips and precautions, click here: https://t.co/TzHlweB3Rc

[Derek Silva @dsilvaPFD]

@PVDFireDept is currently working a large brush fire in the wooded area of Lippit Park & Swan Point Cemetery.

We have approximately 42 firefighters working to extinguish the fire, so far there are no report of injuries or damage to structures.