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Hanson Police and Fire Departments Investigating Fire Now Deemed Suspicious at Vacant Building

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Friday, July 6, 2018

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

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Hanson Police and Fire Departments Investigating Fire Now Deemed Suspicious at Vacant Building

HANSON — Police Chief Michael Miksch, Fire Chief Jerome Thompson and the State Fire Marshal’s office report that the 3-alarm fire at a vacant building in Hanson yesterday has been deemed to be suspicious.

The cause of the fire has not been determined and the incident is still under active investigation by Hanson Police and Fire and the State Fire Marshal’s office.

Anyone who has information about the fire is asked to please call Hanson Police at 781-293-4625 or the state Arson Hotline at 1-800-682-9229.

At approximately 3 p.m. on Thursday, the Hanson fire and police departments responded to a fire at 16 Liberty St., on Route 58 near the center of town. The vacant building was formerly JJ’s Pub.

A third alarm was eventually struck and fire departments from numerous surrounding communities came to assist.

The fire was extinguished by about 6 p.m.

Two firefighters were hospitalized with heat-related illness while working to put out the flames.

No further information about the investigation will be released at this time.

 

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Hanson Fire and Police Departments Respond to 3-Alarm Fire at Vacant Building

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Thursday, July 5, 2017]8

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

*JOINT RELEASE*

Hanson Fire and Police Departments Respond to 3-Alarm Fire at Vacant Building

HANSON — Fire Chief Jerome Thompson and Police Chief Michael Miksch report that the fire and police departments are currently responding to a 3-alarm fire at a vacant building Thursday afternoon in Hanson.

At approximately 3 p.m., rescuers received a report of a fire at 16 Liberty St., on Route 58 near the center of town. The vacant building was formerly JJ’s Pub.

Upon arrival, fire was showing from the building and firefighters immediately began to start extinguishing the flames. A second and third alarm was subsequently called for and fire departments from numerous surrounding communities came to assist.

As of 6 p.m., the fire had been extinguished and firefighters were dousing remaining hot spots. No injuries have been reported.

Route 58, at the intersection of Liberty Street and East Washington Street are both closed while the scene remains active.

National Grid shut off electricity in the area to allow firefighters to safely work. About 200 customers may be impacted and power will be restored as soon as it is safe to do so. Fire Chief Thompson and Police Chief Miksch would like to thank residents for their patience.

The cause and origin of the fire is unknown at this time and will be investigated by the State Fire Marshal’s office and Hanson Police.

As the scene is still active at this time, people are asked to please avoid the area.

 

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2-Alarm Fire Strikes House in Reading

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For Immediate Release

Wednesday, May 16, 2018

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: john@jgpr.net

2-Alarm Fire Strikes House in Reading

READING — Fire Chief Gregory Burns and Deputy Police Chief David J. Clark report that crews are on the scene of a serious house fire in Reading.

Firefighters and police officers responded at 9:18 p.m. to a single-family dwelling located at 24 Putnam Road for a reported house fire. Heavy fire was visible upon arrival, and a second alarm response was ordered by the incident commander.

All residents made it out of the house safely, and there are no reports if injuries.

Main Street (Rt. 28) is shut down between Birchmeadow Drive and Forest Street in Reading, and the roadway, on of the main roads in Reading, will be shut down until the fire scene is clear.

Fire crews from Stoneham, North Reading, Woburn, Melrose, Wilmington, and Wakefield have all responded to the scene to provide mutual aid assistance.

The origin and cause of the fire will be investigated once the fire is extinguished.

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North Haven Fire Department Provides Updates on Storm Damage

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North Haven Fire Department
Paul Januszewski, Fire Chief
11 Broadway
North Haven, CT 06473

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, May 15, 2018

Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 203-404-7751
Email: john@jgpr.net

North Haven Fire Department Provides Updates on Storm Damage

NORTH HAVEN —  Fire Chief Paul Januszewski reports that the North Haven Fire Department and Police Department have responded to more than 200 calls for service since the outbreak of severe weather earlier this afternoon.

Approximately 20 percent of the town is without power as of 7:30 p.m. Chief Januszewski expects this number to rise as The United Illuminating Company and fire crews work to remove hazards from the roadways. As trees and live wires are removed, electrical service will be cut to additional homes and businesses and work will begin to restore service as soon as possible.

The Town of North Haven has opened North Haven High School (221 Elm St.) as an area of refuge for citizens who need to go to a dry building and/or charge cell phones and electronic devices.

Any resident who requires transportation to the High School should call 203-239-5321, and a staff member will log names and addresses. Connecticut Transit has made a bus available that will pick up residents and bring them to NHHS.

Several dozen trees have fallen in town and there are reports of many trees and power lines that have fallen onto houses or vehicles. The North Haven Fire Department is working with the North Haven Building Office to ensure that all buildings are safe.

United Illuminating has opened its Emergency Operations Center and is working with cities and towns in its service area to prioritize and respond to calls for service and service restoration. The Town of North Haven is in constant communication with UI.

DO NOT APPROACH DOWNED WIRES

Chief Januszewski urgently reminds all residents to assume that all downed wires are electrified. A person can be killed instantly by touching a live electrical wire. Do not approach downed wires.

If you are in a vehicle that has come into contact with downed wires, remain in the vehicle and dial 911.

Residents who lose power are reminded of generator safety guidelines:

  • Never, ever run a generator indoors or in a garage. Run it outside, away from air intakes, and aim the exhaust away from the house.
  • Ensure that homes have a bypass system installed OR turn the main breaker OFF when using a generator, as electricity can travel back into the grid and endanger utility workers.

SEVERAL MAIN ROADS BLOCKED — MULTIPLE CRASHES ON I-91

Clintonville Road, Broadway, and Hartford Turnpike are all affected by downed trees and debris.

Blocked roadways and crashes on I-91 have hampered the ability of the Fire Department to call in off-duty resources, but Chief Januszewski has staffed an additional engine company, and all volunteer firefighters are on standby at this time.

Residents should expect some roads to be closed until mid-day Wednesday.

Chief Januszewski urges patience, as the suddenness and ferocity of this storm has stretched resources statewide.

“Your emergency crews are working diligently to ensure everyone’s safety. Right now, the best thing for everyone to do is stay home, stay indoors, and stay patient as we work to clear dangers and obstacles,” Chief Januszewski said. “We can take some solace in the fact that thus far, residents have listened, and there have been no life-threatening injuries.”

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