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Enfield Fire Rescue Warns Against Donation Scam

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Enfield Fire Rescue
District 1
Chief Edward N. Richards
200 Phoenix Ave.
Enfield, CT 06082

For Immediate Release

Friday, Aug. 16, 2019

Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

 

Enfield Fire Rescue Warns Against Donation Scam

The Department is Not Currently Soliciting Monetary Donations

ENFIELD — Chief Edward Richards reports that residents should be aware of a scam involving an individual falsely claiming to be collecting donations on behalf of Enfield Fire Rescue.

Earlier today, a resident reported receiving a phone call from an unknown person who claimed to be an employee of Enfield Fire. The caller was seeking donations on behalf of Enfield Fire for between $35 and $100. The number the call came from was 860-776-0119.

Chief Richards would like residents to be aware that Enfield Fire is not currently soliciting monetary donations and any phone calls or emails asking for donations are a scam.

“Residents should disregard any calls from individuals claiming to be soliciting donations on behalf of our department,” Chief Richards said. “I applaud this resident for being suspicious of the caller, and for checking the validity of the call with our department.”

To avoid falling victim to telephone scams, Enfield Fire recommends that residents follow these tips outlined by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC):

  • Don’t answer calls from unknown numbers. Let them go to voicemail.
  • If you answer and the caller (often a recording) asks you to hit a button to stop receiving calls, hang up. Scammers often use these tricks to identify, and then target, live respondents.
  • If you receive a scam call, write down the number and file a complaint with the FTC.
  • Ask your phone service provider if it offers a robocall blocking service. You can also visit the FTC’s website for information and resources on available robocall blocking tools to help reduce unwanted calls.
  • Consider registering all of your telephone numbers in the National Do Not Call Registry. Access the registry online or by calling 1-888-382-1222.

These scams can also be reported to the FTC at 877-382-4357, as well as the Enfield Police Department at 860-763-6400.

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Video: Enfield Fire Rescue District 1 Responds to Underground Fire at Brooks Brothers Warehouse

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Enfield Fire Rescue
District 1
Chief Edward N. Richards
200 Phoenix Ave.
Enfield, CT 06082

For Immediate Release

Monday, Aug. 12, 2019

Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Video: Enfield Fire Rescue District 1 Responds to Underground Fire at Brooks Brothers Warehouse

ENFIELD, Connecticut — Chief Edward N. Richards reports that Enfield Fire Rescue District 1 responded to an underground fire at a warehouse on Monday afternoon.

Firefighters responded at 1:57 p.m. to the Brooks Brothers warehouse, located at 107 Phoenix Ave. for a report of fire showing.

Firefighters arrived quickly, as the Enfield Fire Rescue District 1 headquarters is located less than a mile away from the Brooks Brothers location. Upon arrival, fire was showing from a high voltage underground switchgear vault under the front of the building, along the roadway. Utility crews responded to disconnect electrical service to the scene.

The warehouse was undamaged, but the building was evacuated as a precaution, and power was cut to the entire warehouse building.

The fire was declared under control at 3 p.m. and damage was limited to the utility vault.

No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation by Enfield Fire Rescue District 1.

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Enfield Firefighters to Meet Man They Rescued From Frigid Connecticut River After Canoe Capsized

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Enfield Fire Rescue
District 1
Chief Edward N. Richards
200 Phoenix Ave.,Enfield, CT 06082

For Immediate Release

Friday, March 8, 2019

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

Enfield Firefighters to Meet Man They Rescued From Frigid Connecticut River After Canoe Capsized

ENFIELD, Connecticut — Fire Chief Edward Richards is pleased to announce that two firefighters who rescued a man after his canoe capsized in the Connecticut River will meet the man at the Enfield Fire Station for the first time since his rescue next week.

The firefighters will be presented with letters of commendation from the chief to recognize them for their efforts.

WHEN:

Monday, March 11, at 3 p.m.

WHERE:

Enfield Fire District 1 Station 1, 200 Phoenix Ave.

WHO:

  • Enfield Fire Lt. Edward Shirley and Captain Donald Ellis
  • Enfield resident John Caldwell, the man who was rescued

WHAT:

On Monday, Enfield Fire Lt. Edward Shirley and Captain Donald Ellis will meet the man they rescued last week after his canoe capsized in the Connecticut River.

At approximately 10 a.m. Sunday, March 3, John Caldwell, of Enfield, was in a canoe by himself when it capsized between the Parsons Road boat launch and Kings Island.

Caldwell swam through the frigid water to a small island near Kings Island and was unable to recover his canoe. A witness called 911 and members of the Enfield Fire Department responded.

Lt. Shirley and Captain Ellis arrived at the scene a short time later with the department’s hovercraft and drove the amphibious vehicle across the water to Caldwell.

Caldwell was brought aboard the hovercraft and was taken safely back to shore.

While, according to the National Weather Service, the high temperature for last Sunday was 43 degrees in Enfield, the water temperature was much colder.

Caldwell was treated by paramedics on-scene and was then taken by ambulance to St. Francis Hospital in Hartford due to exposure to the cold temperatures in the water. He was later released.

“Given that he was not wearing a life jacket, this man was fortunate to have been able to swim over to the island he ended up on and thankfully a witness saw what happened and called 911,” Chief Richards said. “I would like to commend our firefighters who quickly sprang into action to make sure he safely got back to shore and remind everyone who is out on a water craft to please wear your life jackets and utilize proper safety protocols.”

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Enfield Fire Department Encourages Residents to Test Smoke and CO Alarms During Daylight Saving

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Enfield Fire Rescue
District 1
Chief Edward N. Richards
200 Phoenix Ave.,Enfield, CT 06082

For Immediate Release

Thursday, March 7, 2019

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

Enfield Fire Department Encourages Residents to Test Smoke and CO Alarms During Daylight Saving

Daylight Saving Time Begins Sunday at 2 a.m.

ENFIELD, Connecticut — Fire Chief Edward Richards and the Enfield Fire Department wish to remind residents to test their smoke and carbon monoxide detectors this weekend as daylight saving time approaches.

Daylight saving time begins Sunday, March 10 at 2 a.m.

According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), having working smoke alarms reduces the risk of dying in a fire by 50 percent and, on average, three out of every five fire deaths occur in homes with no smoke alarms or no working smoke alarms.

The Enfield 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 should have emergency backup lighting as a safety feature to provide temporary lighting in case of power failure.

In order to continue to keep your home safe and prevent fires, Chief Richards 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.
  • Develop and practice a home escape plan with all members of the household.

For more information on smoke detector and CO alarm safety, visit the NFPA website or contact the Enfield Fire Department at 860-745-1878.

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