DIGHTON — Chief Christopher Maguy and the Dighton Fire Department wish to share guidance on hurricane awareness and preparedness this season. Gov. Maura Healey has proclaimed July 9-15 as Hurricane Preparedness Week in Massachusetts, which recognizes the importance of preparing for the impact of extreme weather. June 1 marked the official start of the Atlantic Hurricane […]
Dighton Fire Department Shares Scald Prevention Safety Tips During National Burn Awareness Week
DIGHTON — Chief Christopher Maguy and the Dighton Fire Department would like to provide safety tips to residents as a part of National Burn Awareness Week. Burn Awareness Week, organized by the American Burn Association (ABA), began this year on Sunday, Feb. 5 and ends on Saturday, Feb. 11. This annual campaign serves as an […]
Dighton Fire Department Shares Home Heating Safety Tips for Residents This Winter
DIGHTON —Chief Christopher Maguy and the Dighton Fire Department would like to provide residents with safety tips for heating homes and staying warm this winter. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), heating is a leading cause of home fires in the U.S. Between 2014-2018, local fire departments responded to approximately 48,530 fires due to […]
Dighton Fire Department Announces Information on 2023 Open Burning Season
DIGHTON — Chief Christopher Maguy and the Dighton Fire Department would like to remind Dighton residents that open burning season begins Jan. 15 and runs through May 1. A permit is required to open burn in compliance with Massachusetts law. Permits: Residents can begin applying for a burn permit today by creating an account via the […]
Dighton Fire Department Shares Safety Tips Ahead of Potential High Winds, Heavy Rainfall
According to the National Weather Service and Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), a potentially strong storm is expected to arrive in our area late Thursday, and remain until early Saturday. Possible impacts include damaging winds up to 65 mph and heavy rainfall. Power outages are also possible as a result of high winds. MEMA is […]