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Bristol Firefighters Extinguish Wall Fire; EMS Handles Multiple Calls
August 20, 2025 | RHODE ISLAND
Courtesy of Bristol Fire Department, Correspondent

Photo by Bristol Fire DepartmentBristol Fire Department and EMS crew at scene
This article is a direct street report from our correspondent and has not been edited by the 1st Responder newsroom.
Wednesday, 20 August 2025 – The Bristol Fire Department responded to a call reporting smoke in a building from an unknown source.
Firefighters quickly located and extinguished a fire burning inside a wall. Fortunately, there were no injuries, and the damage to the structure was deemed repairable.
At the same time, Bristol EMS members were dispatched to handle multiple requests for medical aid throughout the town, ensuring continuous emergency coverage.
The incident highlighted both the quick response of firefighters and the dedication of EMS crews, who worked simultaneously to protect the community.