Drive-Through COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Coming To Wickford Station

WICKFORD, RI — South County residents will soon have a quick, easy way to get a COVID-19 vaccine. Starting this Saturday, a drive-through vaccine clinic will be held weekly from 9 a.m. to noon at the Wickford Junction train station parking garage on Ten Rod Road.

"It takes many different approaches to drive our vaccination numbers across every age band," Gov. Dan McKee said. "We now know that drive-through vaccination clinics really work to reach people from all over the state who are more comfortable getting vaccinated from the comfort of their vehicle. If you haven’t received your shot yet, please use this opportunity; you never even have to leave your car and can bring pets along if you choose. Let’s vaccinate the Ocean State."

The weekly clinic will administer the Pfizer vaccine, which is available to anyone 12 years old and up. Both first and second doses will be available. Attendees must ensure they wait at least 21 days before they are eligible to receive their second dose. Both Rhode Islanders and out-of-state visitors can get vaccinated at the clinics.

Appointments are not required to get a vaccine, but they are recommended. Sign up online or call 844-930-1779. Clinics will be held rain or shine.

"RIDOT is proud to host this clinic and support Governor McKee’s initiative to get every Rhode Islander vaccinated," said Peter Alviti, the director of the Rhode Island Department of Transportation.