Jamestown Firefighters Assist at Second-Alarm Structure Fire in Newport
Photo by Jamestown Vol Fire DepartmentLadder 1 operates at roof level during a second-alarm building fire on 2nd Street in Newport, with heavy smoke showing from the upper floors during overnight operations.
Photo by Jamestown Vol Fire DepartmentJamestown Ladder 1 is positioned for aerial operations as mutual aid companies assist Newport crews with ventilation and fire suppression at the multi-agency response.
Photo by Jamestown Vol Fire DepartmentFirefighters coordinate suppression and overhaul efforts on the street below as the 2nd-alarm fire brings in mutual aid from multiple surrounding communities and crews work for several hours before returning to service.
January 11, 2026 – Newport, RI — Jamestown Volunteer Fire Department responded during the early morning hours after Ladder 1 was dispatched at 3:01 a.m. on mutual aid to the Newport for station coverage. While en route, Ladder 1 was reassigned to a reported building fire on Second Street. Upon arrival, Jamestown firefighters assisted Newport crews and other responding departments with fire suppression, ventilation, and overhaul operations. Due to the scope of the incident, the fire was upgraded to a second alarm, bringing additional mutual aid from Jamestown, Middletown, Portsmouth, North Kingstown, and other surrounding communities.
Crews operated on scene for approximately five hours before being released and returning to service. Fire officials praised the coordinated efforts of all departments involved in bringing the fire under control.
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