Westerly Police Department

10/11/2026

POSTPONED: The 75th Columbus Day Parade has been Postponed and moved to Monday 10/12/26 1:00pm

09/25/2026

This weekend's storm is expected to include extended periods of strong winds, rough seas, and rain Friday through Monday. A high wind advisory has been issued for the Westerly area expecting sustained winds of 30-40mph, and peak gusts of 45-60mph. Rain totals are expected to be 2-3 inches over the duration of the storm.

Make sure to secure any loose items that are outside. Do not leave pets outdoors.

Charge any electronics ahead of time and have batteries for flashlights in case of power loss. A map of known outages and expected restoration times can be found on the RI Energy website : https://outagemap.rienergy.com/omap?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23907524392&gbraid=0AAAAAoxiFweR3Q-Sq4hrUOR5jtg_Yf6Ey&gclid=Cj0KCQjwt9jVBhDXARIsAFSP-6d75h9Y4oPtf_tHnG-j7UWn4feGgdgSDvQ2aqWUNFWRNyl8zyc1V0saAqpIEALw_wcB

If you lose power, and use a gas powered generator, make sure the generator has appropriate ventilation and do not run it indoors.

Avoid going outdoors if possible during the storm.
Never attempt to drive through flooded areas and do not drive near or over down power lines or tree branches.

Please stay off of breachways and walls near the ocean, and do not go into the water. Waves are expected to be very high and powerful.

Updates will be posted on this page and the Town website as they become available.

09/22/2026

09/19/2026

Reminder to all residents, lock your vehicles!

09/18/2026

Thank you to The Pantry for providing breakfast for our officers this morning!

09/13/2026

Recently we took delivery of 3 new cruisers with a new updated look! Great job by Strobes N’ More!

09/12/2026

Today the WPD conducted a K9 demonstration at the Hopkinton Police Departments Annual Car Show to benefit the Maddie Potts Foundation. A great event for a great cause!