The Rye Fire Department consists of volunteer and paid firefighters. There are four fire companies within the department: Poningoe Hook and Ladder, Poningoe Engine and Hose, Milton Point Engine and Hose, and the Rye Fire Police Patrol. The Poningoe Hook and Ladder Company and Poningoe Engine and Hose Company are at Rye Fire Headquarters on 15 Locust Ave. The Milton Point Engine and Hose and the Rye Fire Police Patrol are located at the Milton Point Firehouse at 560 Milton Rd.