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🚒🔥 Fire Prevention Day at Pleasant View Elementary! 🔥🚒

Today, Providence firefighters spent the day with students at Pleasant View Elementary School for a fun-filled Fire Prevention Day!

Students had the chance to meet our firefighters, learn important fire safety and prevention lessons, and enjoy plenty of fun along the way — including a dunk tank, bouncy house, snacks, giveaways and hands-on fire prevention activities.

Events like this give our firefighters the opportunity to connect with the young people in our community while helping them build important safety skills that can last a lifetime.

A big thank you to the students and staff at Pleasant View Elementary for welcoming us and making it such a great day! by @pvdfiredept

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9 days ago

Providence firefighters continued their technical rescue training this week, focusing on safely lifting and moving extremely heavy vehicles and machines during rescue situations.

This is part of our NFPA 1006 program, where thirty-two of our firefighters are training in specialized rescue skills including rope rescue, confined space, trench rescue, structural collapse, vehicle and machinery rescue, and heavy lifting.

The goal is simple: be ready for any type of rescue. by @pvdfiredept

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Providence firefighters getting some hands-on training with vent saws and vertical ventilation.

Opening the roof during a fire gives heat and smoke a place to escape, helping improve conditions for firefighters working inside and anyone who may be trapped.

Another important skill that takes practice to get right. by @pvdfiredept

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This week, three more Providence Fire Department Cadets started the 13-week Municipal Fire Academy. Through our partnership with Providence Public Schools, they began training while still in high school, earning certifications in firefighting, hazardous materials and as EMTs. Three graduates of the program are already Providence firefighters, and these three are next up. After the academy, they’ll join PFD as trainees for additional training before being sworn in.

And despite what the picture suggests, we promise they’re excited to be there. by @pvdfiredept

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24 days ago

Providence Fire Department members getting in some hands-on EMS training, working through realistic scenarios and sharpening the skills they rely on every day. Training like this keeps our members ready to respond and provide the best possible care to our community. by @pvdfiredept

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Providence Fire Department members spent time this week training on rope operations, practicing rappelling, ascending and the systems used for high-angle rescues.

Keeping these technical rescue skills sharp and our members ready when they’re needed. by @pvdfiredept

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Today, we are excited to announce that we have not only added a new rescue with modernized features for faster response times, but for the first time in 10 years - we are expanding EMS coverage during the hours when our City sees the highest demand with a 10th staffed rescue. This expansion builds on the two impact rescues placed last fall and is part of our strategic plan to match emergency response resources to demands.

By collaborating and investing in our Fire Department, we continue to strengthen our public safety infrastructure and are building a safer Providence for all. by @pvdfiredept

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🔥 Cohort #5 is officially one step closer to becoming the next generation of firefighters!

Students in the CTE program recently completed their Firefighter Level 1 training, wrapping up the program with live-fire burns.

And they’re not stopping there! This fall, the students will begin Firefighter Level 2 and EMT training, continuing to build the skills and experience needed for careers in public safety.

Congratulations, Cohort #5! We’re proud of all your hard work and dedication. by @pvdfiredept

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🚒🎓 The future of the Providence Fire Department starts right here.

Congratulations to the 10 Central High School seniors in the Class of 2026 who graduated from Providence Fire’s Career & Technical Education (CTE) Program! Through hundreds of hours of classroom instruction, hands-on training, Firefighter I & II certification, and EMT coursework, these students have already taken the first steps toward serving their community.

This first-of-its-kind program is creating a pipeline of skilled, dedicated firefighters—proving that tomorrow’s heroes are already making a difference today.

Congratulations, graduates! We can’t wait to see what’s next. by @pvdfiredept

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3 months ago

Due to the extreme heat this week, we’re proud to partner with the Providence Children’s museum as a cooling station for Providence families and neighbors for free this weekend. Stop by to enjoy the air conditioning, see what fun activities and exhibitions the museum has going on and beat the heat!

The museum will be open 9:30 am - 4:30 pm on Thursday 7/2, Friday 7/3, and Sunday 7/5 but will be closed on Saturday 7/4 due to the holiday. Additionally the Roger Williams Park Zoo will be free for admission on Thursday 7/2 and Friday 7/3 with water play, misting stations and indoor exhibits. Saturday 7/4 is the first Saturday of the month and free to all Providence residents with proof of residency. taken in Providence Children's Museum by @pvdfiredept

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The City of Providence wants you to know your firework facts!

* Keep things grounded. Only ground and hand-held sparklers are permitted in Rhode Island.

* All other fireworks including firecrackers, projectile devices, and any device that makes a “boom” are prohibited.

* Wanting to sell fireworks in Providence? Permits are required.

To report a fireworks related disturbance, contact the Providence non-emergency line at (401) 272-3121. Everyone can do their part in helping Providence reduce disruptions to neighbors and help keep our communities safe. by @pvdfiredept

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The City of Providence wants you to know your firework facts!

* Keep things grounded. Only ground and hand-held sparklers are permitted in Rhode Island.

* All other fireworks including firecrackers, projectile devices, and any device that makes a “boom” are prohibited.

* Wanting to sell fireworks in Providence? Permits are required.

To report a fireworks related disturbance, contact the Providence non-emergency line at (401) 272-3121. Everyone can do their part in helping Providence reduce disruptions to neighbors and help keep our communities safe. by @pvdfiredept

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