Governor McKee Expresses Support for Affected Block Island Businesses
In a series of tweets, Gov. Dan McKee thanked first responders for their efforts in combating the Harborside Inn fire on Block Island and said the government is working with state officials to help affected businesses. Ta.
“From responding to yesterday’s unprecedented tornado to suppressing a dangerous fire on Block Island, we are extremely grateful for the tireless work of emergency responders across the state over the past 48 hours. Thank you for keeping Rhode Islanders safe,” he wrote. Tweet.
Block Island Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department – 2 fire trucks and other vehicles Early Saturday morning, we responded to the fire with the help of firefighters across the state who responded through our Mutual Aid Program.
Mutual aid training was held earlier this year.
McKee said multiple government agencies will be involved in providing assistance to affected businesses on Block Island.
Block Island Ferry updates schedule for the day
Downtown Block Island is closed to traffic as the fire brigade continues to monitor the hotspot at the Harborside Inn, according to the Post’s Facebook post. Block Island Times. No injuries were reported, but the historic inn appears to have been completely destroyed.
11am update, Block Island Ferry to Pt. The Judith Express Ferry will resume service at 1:20pm and the Newport Express Ferry departure will be cancelled.
Conventional ferries operate on modified schedules for passengers who have booked vehicles.To check the schedule, please visit here.
According to the latest information, same-day round-trip tickets will be automatically refunded for online ticket holders. If you have a ticket for today and wish to cancel, please email info@blockislandferry.com with your confirmation number to receive your refund.
Harborside Inn says everyone evacuated, no one injured
urgent recommendation Harborside’s booking website said “everyone has been evacuated.”
“This is an ongoing situation and we are doing everything possible to ensure everyone’s safety and to handle this ongoing emergency to the best of our ability,” the notice said. is described.
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Harborside Inn is a four-story wooden Victorian-style building with a large street-facing front porch. According to the website, the hotel has 36 of his rooms.
According to the evaluator’s records, the building was built in 1890.
No injuries were reported immediately.
Block Island declares state of emergency due to fires, tourists urged to stay away
A large fire broke out in Harborside Inn Block Island’s New Shoreham has been on fire since early Saturday morning, limiting access to the island.
Block Island Ferry Service Canceled Due to State of Emergency and Power Outages, Ferry Operators Interstate Navigation revealed on its website.
“The town of Block Island has been declared a state of emergency and is urging visitors to refrain from traveling to Block Island today,” the ferry’s website said. “The town has limited water and no electricity.”
The traditional large ferries, which operate year-round, carry emergency responders and customers who have booked vehicles, Ferry said. High-speed ferries from Point Judith and Newport have been cancelled.
Firefighters from around southern Rhode Island traveled to the island and helped firefighters fight the fire throughout the night.
The Harborside Inn is located on Water Street in the heart of Old Harbour, opposite the ferry terminal.
