Chief Christopher Maguy and the Dighton Fire Department would like to share fire safety tips for community members to be mindful of while decorating for the holidays. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), between 2017-2021, firefighters responded to an average of 150 home fires that started with Christmas trees per year. Fire departments […]
During Fire Prevention Week the Dighton Fire Department Urges Residents to Be Aware: ‘Cooking Safety Starts with YOU. Pay Attention to Fire Prevention.’
DIGHTON —During Fire Prevention Week, which is being recognized this year from Oct. 8 to 14, Chief Christopher Maguy and the Dighton Fire Department are sharing important cooking safety tips to help keep residents safe. Fire Prevention Week is organized by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The goal of Fire Prevention Week is to […]
Dighton Officials Offer Safety Tips, Encourage Residents to Stay Alert as Hurricane Lee Projected to Track Toward New England
DIGHTON — Acting Police Chief George Nichols and Fire Chief Christopher Maguy are asking residents to remain alert and take necessary precautions as Hurricane Lee is expected to track toward New England in the coming days. According to the National Hurricane Center, Lee is moving toward the north-northwest and a turn toward the north is expected […]
Dighton Police and Fire Departments Offer Severe Weather and Tornado Safety Tips
DIGHTON – Acting Police Chief George Nichols and Fire Chief Christopher Maguy along with the Dighton Police and Fire Departments, would like to provide residents with safety tips during tornadoes and severe thunderstorms. With severe weather, including heavy rain and high winds, occurring regularly in Massachusetts this summer, the Dighton Police and Fire Departments would like to […]
Dighton Fire Department Shares Hot Weather Safety Tips Amid High Temperatures
DIGHTON — Chief Christopher Maguy and the Dighton Fire Department would like to remind residents of hot weather safety tips ahead of another stretch of hot weather. Temperatures are forecast to be in the upper-80s and 90s over the next several days. To prevent illness and injuries, the Dighton Fire Department recommends the following safety […]