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Attleboro Fire Department Responds to Serious Rollover Crash

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Attleboro Fire Department
Chief Scott T. Lachance
100 Union St.,
Attleboro, MA 02703

For Immediate Release

Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Attleboro Fire Department Responds to Serious Rollover Crash

ATTLEBORO — Chief Scott T. Lachance reports that the Attleboro Fire Department responded to a serious motor vehicle crash early Thursday morning where two people were injured.

Shortly before 1 a.m., Attleboro Fire responded to the intersection of Thatcher Street and South Main Street for a report of a rollover crash.

Upon arrival, firefighters came upon a Jaguar sedan convertible that had crashed and come to rest on its roof.

A woman passenger, believed to be in her 30s, was trapped in the back seat of the vehicle and was unconscious. 

Firefighters used a hydraulic extrication rescue tool to free the woman from the vehicle. Due to the heavy damage and the vehicle being on its roof, it took firefighters about 20 minutes to safely free the woman.

She was taken by ambulance to a local hospital with what are believed to be life threatening injuries.

A male driver, also in his late 30s, was able to get himself out from under the vehicle before firefighters arrived on scene. The man was taken to the hospital with injuries that are not believed to be life threatening.

The man and woman were the only occupants of the vehicle and no other vehicles were involved in the crash.

Attleboro Police also responded to close off the roads and investigate the cause of the crash.

 Both roads were closed for more than an hour while crews worked to assist the victims and investigate the crash. The roads have since been reopened.

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Attleboro Fire Department Receives Grants to Support Fire Education Programs

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Attleboro Fire Department
Chief Scott T. Lachance
100 Union St.,
Attleboro, MA 02703

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2019

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Attleboro Fire Department Receives Grants to Support Fire Education Programs

ATTLEBORO — Chief Scott T. Lachance is pleased to announce that the Attleboro Fire Department has been awarded two grants that will help support the department’s ongoing Student Awareness of Fire Education (S.A.F.E.) programs.

The Massachusetts Department of Fire Services awarded the Attleboro Fire Department grants of $5,454 for its S.A.F.E. Program and an additional $2,800 for its Senior S.A.F.E. Program.

The S.A.F.E. Program is a state initiative designed to provide resources to local fire departments to conduct fire and life safety education programs for children in kindergarten through 12th grade.

The program aims to enable students to recognize fire hazards and teach key safety behaviors that should be used anytime a child comes into contact with a fire. Since the S.A.F.E. program’s inception in 1995, the average annual number of child deaths caused by a fire has fallen by 74 percent in Massachusetts.

Senior S.A.F.E. is a similar program that was created to support fire safety education specifically for older adults, who are most at risk of dying in a fire in Massachusetts. The program builds on the success of the original S.A.F.E. program and helps forge a connection between fire departments and a variety of senior support agencies working in their communities.

The funds will be used to pay for S.A.F.E. programming in the city’s schools and also for Attleboro’s older population through the Attleboro Council on Aging.

“The S.A.F.E. programs are a vital way for our firefighters to meet and speak directly with some of the members of our community in order to teach them valuable information that has been proven to save lives,” Chief Lachance said. “We are thankful to the Department of Fire Services for their continued support as we continue our fire education programs in the city.”

 

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Attleboro Fire Department to Host Open House During National Fire Prevention Week

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Attleboro Fire Department
Chief Scott T. Lachance
100 Union St.,
Attleboro, MA 02703

For Immediate Release

Friday, Oct. 5, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Attleboro Fire Department to Host Open House During National Fire Prevention Week

ATTLEBORO — Chief Scott T. Lachance and the Professional Firefighters of Attleboro Local 848 are pleased to announce that the Attleboro Fire Department will be hosting an open house next week as part of their programming for National Fire Prevention Week.

WHEN:

Saturday, Oct. 13, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

WHERE:

South Attleboro Fire Station, 1476 West St.

WHAT:

The open house is sponsored by Papa Gino’s and is aimed at teaching families about fire safety and prevention practices.

Participants will receive safety tips such as “stop, drop and roll,” learn how to plan escape routes and how to crawl safely through a smoke-filled room.

Papa Gino’s, the Attleboro-based pizza chain, will provide free pizza and children’s fire safety coloring sheets at the open house.

“This event brings our firefighters together with the community they protect to provide fire safety tips and procedures,” said Attleboro Firefighter Paul Jacques, SAFE Coordinator. “Our open house allows families to learn about fire safety in a fun, enjoyable environment.”

Papa Gino’s is celebrating its 24th year of sponsoring Fire Safety Open Houses throughout New England to encourage families to learn about fire safety. During the month of October, Papa Gino’s will provide customers with fire prevention coloring sheets and certificates for kids. The restaurant will be hosting open houses throughout Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Rhode Island in October.

National Fire Prevention Week is from Oct. 7-13. In a fire, every second counts. It is important for Attleboro residents to know what to do if there is a fire. Fire safety education isn’t just for school children.

This year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Look. Listen. Learn. Be aware. Fire can happen anywhere,” works to educate people about three ways they can reduce the likelihood of having a fire—and how to escape safely if they have one.

“We look forward to seeing all of the kids at the station every year and we hope for a great turnout this year,” Chief Lachance said.

For more information about the Attleboro Fire Department Open House, please contact Attleboro Firefighter Paul Jacques at (508) 922-4394.

 

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Attleboro Fire Department Reminds Residents of Pool Safety Precautions

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Attleboro Fire Department
Chief Scott T. Lachance
100 Union St.,
Attleboro, MA 02703

For Immediate Release

Friday, June 22, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Attleboro Fire Department Reminds Residents of Pool Safety Precautions

ATTLEBORO — Following an Attleboro couple’s viral Facebook video last week, showing their 2-year-old climbing up a supposedly childproof pool ladder, Chief Scott T. Lachance and the Attleboro Fire Department would like to offer residents some pool safety tips.

The video, posted on Friday, June 15, shows the couple’s toddler climbing to the top of a safety gate for their above-ground pool. The gate is meant to prevent kids from gaining access to the pool. As of this morning, the video had over 26 million views.

“Clearly with how many times this video has been viewed online, it is something that has struck a nerve with a lot of people,” Chief Lachance said. “Children of any age should never be left alone or unsupervised near a pool. This video illustrates that point perfectly. As a parent myself, I know young ones always find a way to get into places that they shouldn’t be, so always keep a close eye on them especially near the water.”

The American Red Cross reports that more than 200 children drown in swimming pools each year. Additionally, drowning is the number one cause of accidental death for children between the ages of 1 and 4 according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, so the Attleboro Fire Department considers pool safety to be a top priority.

Factors to consider when installing a pool include zoning requirements, electrical clearances, utility easements, and contacting your insurance agency as pools require additional liability coverage.

The Attleboro Fire Department reminds residents to follow these safety regulations and recommended precautions:

  • Per Massachusetts regulation, pools should be surrounded by a 4-foot-high barrier that encloses the pool and has an access gate that self-closes, locks and opens outward from the swimming area (even if you don’t have children).
  • Fasten a safety cover over the pool when it is not in use, and remove ladders to further prevent access into the pool. Pool alarms are required whenever a house door leads directly to a pool deck.
  • Never leave children unattended while they are in or near a pool, and make sure they have an adult to accompany them into the water. Young or inexperienced swimmers should always wear a life jacket or inflatable arm flotation devices.
  • Make sure children stay away from pool drains, pipes or any other openings to avoid getting trapped or hurt.
  • Set safety instructions and share them with family, friends, neighbors and anyone else who is near or uses the pool. Advise children to stay away from pool deep ends, and to always walk, never run near the pool.
  • Keep your pool or hot tub water clean and clear. Maintain proper chemical levels, circulation and filtration. Regularly test and adjust the chemical levels to minimize the risk of earaches, rashes or more serious diseases.
  • Never use the pool if the chemical levels are not correct, or if the water is cloudy and you can’t see the bottom.
  • Take a CPR course for adults and children to be prepared if an emergency situation occurs. Update skills regularly.
  • Watch the local weather reports and do not swim if thunderstorms are in the forecast.
  • Those who are 21 and older should drink responsibly if they choose to consume alcoholic beverages when by the pool. Overindulging increases the risk for injuries or accidental drowning.
  • Avoid using glass containers by the pool. They could break and leave glass around the pool or in the water.

For a complete listing of Massachusetts building code regulations regarding swimming pools, click here.

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