Carolina, R.I. — Aug. 1 — A power pole fire in the Bell Schoolhouse/Hillsdale neighborhood was reported to the Richmond-Carolina Fire District, located at 208 Richmond Townhouse Road. When they arrived, Engine 611, Engine 617, and Tanker 625 secured the area. Before suppression operations started, Rhode Island Energy workers de-energized the electrical system as firefighters set up a safety perimeter.

After then, Richmond-Carolina staff helped put out the fire and stayed there until the danger was removed. To guarantee safe operations, safeguard responders, and promptly restore service, utility pole fires necessitate close coordination between fire departments and electric utility staff.