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Taunton Police and Fire Departments Offer Driving Safety Tips Ahead of Tuesday’s Snowstorm

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Monday, Feb. 11, 2019

For Immediate Release

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: ben@jgpr.net

Taunton Police and Fire Departments Offer Driving Safety Tips Ahead of Tuesday’s Snowstorm

Snow Expected to Impact Tuesday Evening Commute

TAUNTON — Police Chief Edward Walsh and Fire Chief Timothy Bradshaw are notifying residents about the potential impact of a snowstorm on Tuesday that is expected to affect the evening commute.

The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for the region from 10 a.m. through 10 p.m. on Tuesday. Taunton can expect to receive 1-4 inches of snow, changing to sleet and then freezing rain. There is a significant chance for slippery road conditions, especially during the early evening.

During periods of snow, residents are required to remove their parked vehicles from the roadway to give plows proper and safe space to operate.

While this storm is not expected to be large, Chief Walsh and Chief Bradshaw urge residents and commuters to drive safely during wintry conditions:

Driving Safety

  • Avoid driving during the worst part of a storm and use extreme caution during a sudden snow squall.
  • Always clear snow and ice from windows, lights, the hood and the roof before driving.
  • Leave plenty of room for stopping.
  • Don’t try to out drive the conditions. Remember the posted speed limits are for dry pavement.
  • Know the current road conditions. Call 511 from your cell phone or 617-986-5511 from either your cell phone or landline phone for updates on road conditions.
  • Brake early and correctly. It takes more time and distance to stop in adverse conditions.
  • Don’t use “cruise control” driving in wintry conditions. Even roads that look clear can have sudden slippery spots. Using your brake on these spots will deactivate cruise control, possibly causing you to lose control of your vehicle.
  • Look further ahead in traffic than normal.
  • Trucks are heavier than cars, making their brake time slower. Avoid cutting quickly in front of them.
  • Don’t crowd the plow. Leave room for maintenance vehicles and plows. Stay back at least 200 feet and don’t pass on the right.
  • Remember to slow down and always wear your seat belt.
  • Let others know your destination, route and expected travel times.
  • Allow for extra travel time.
  • Drive with your headlights on at all times to see and be seen.

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Taunton Fire Department Reminds Residents to Check Smoke and CO Detectors During Daylight Saving Time

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Taunton Fire Department
Timothy J. Bradshaw, Fire Chief
50 School St.
Taunton, MA 02780

For Immediate Release

Friday, Nov. 2, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: ben@jgpr.net

Taunton Fire Department Reminds Residents to Check Smoke and CO Detectors During Daylight Saving Time

TAUNTON – As community members prepare to turn their clocks back this weekend, Chief Timothy Bradshaw and the Taunton Fire Department would like to remind residents to test their smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

Daylight saving time ends Sunday, Nov. 4 at 2 a.m.

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reports that 46 percent of smoke alarms that failed to operate had missing, disconnected or dead batteries and roughly three out of every five fire deaths occur in homes with no working smoke alarms.

The Taunton Fire Department asks that all business owners not only change the batteries in their clocks, smoke or carbon monoxide detectors, but also replace the batteries on wall mounted emergency lights and exit signs. All businesses have emergency backup lighting as a safety feature to provide temporary lighting in case of power failure.

In order to keep your home safe and prevent fires, Chief Bradshaw recommends that residents follow safety tips outlined by NFPA:

  • Test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms at least once a month using the test button. Replace alarms immediately if they don’t respond properly when tested.
  • Replace batteries in smoke and CO alarms when you change your clocks.
  • Replace all smoke alarms when they reach 10 years old. Replace CO detectors according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • CO alarms should be installed in a central location outside each sleeping area, on every level of the home, and in other locations where required by applicable laws, codes or standards. For the best protection, interconnect all CO alarms throughout the home. When one sounds, they all sound.
  • If the CO alarm sounds, immediately move to a fresh air location outdoors or by an open window or door. Make sure everyone inside the home is accounted for. Call for help from a fresh air location and stay in that spot until emergency personnel arrive.

For more information on smoke detector and CO alarm safety, visit the NFPA website or contact the Taunton Fire Department at 508-821-1452.

 

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Taunton Fire Department to Host Open House Next Week

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Taunton Fire Department
Timothy J. Bradshaw, Fire Chief
50 School St.
Taunton, MA 02780

For Immediate Release

Thursday, Sept. 27, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: ben@jgpr.net

Taunton Fire Department to Host Open House Next Week

TAUNTON — Chief Timothy Bradshaw is pleased to announce that the Taunton Fire Department will be hosting an open house next week.

“This is one of our favorite events of the year and we love having all of the kids at the station,” Chief Bradshaw said. “We hope for a great turnout and look forward to seeing everyone next week.”

WHEN:

Wednesday, Oct. 3, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

WHERE:

Taunton Fire Department, Oakland Fire Station, 49 North Walker St.

WHAT:

Join the members of the Taunton Fire Department for their annual open house for city elementary school kids and their families and friends.

The event is free and open to all members of the public and refreshments will be served.

Kids will be able to climb through fire trucks and meet with Taunton firefighters. There will be a fire hose demonstration and other activities.

In addition, a table will be set up with informational materials about fire safety.

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Taunton Fire Department Extinguishes Early Morning House Fire

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Taunton Fire Department
Timothy J. Bradshaw, Fire Chief
50 School St.
Taunton, MA 02780

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, July 3, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: ben@jgpr.net

Taunton Fire Department Extinguishes Early Morning House Fire

TAUNTON — Chief Timothy Bradshaw reports that the Taunton Fire Department extinguished a house fire early this morning.

At approximately 12:25 a.m., the Taunton Fire Department received a call about a structure fire at 135 Belmont St.

When firefighters arrived, the only occupant of the house, an elderly woman, was standing outside. The woman was awoken by the sound of a smoke detector and safely got out of the single-family house and called 911. There were no injuries.

The fire was quickly extinguished and was contained to the home’s living room. The house sustained fire damage to a wall and smoke damage throughout. 

The initial investigation indicates that the fire originated in the home’s electrical wiring. The resident of the home will be staying with a family member who lives in the city.

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Fire Prevention: (508) 821-1453
Main Office: (508) 821-1452

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