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Rockland Residents, Business Owners Advised to Conserve Water Following Major Water Main Break

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Town of Rockland
Town Administrator Douglas Lapp
242 Union St.,
Rockland, MA 02370

For Immediate Release

Thursday, July 25, 2019

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

Rockland Residents, Business Owners Advised to Conserve Water Following Major Water Main Break

ROCKLAND — Town Administrator Douglas Lapp would like to advise residents and business owners to conserve water following a major water main break at the Abington & Rockland Joint Water Works.

The town’s water is currently safe to drink and use and there are no anticipated concerns with the quality of the water.

At approximately midnight Thursday, town officials were notified of a water main break at the facility that treats and distributes water to both communities.

At this time, officials believe that a pipe leading out of a large storage tank that feeds water service to the town has cracked. Officials are in the process of draining the two million gallon tank in order to repair the broken pipe.

There have been no issues with flooding or road closures as a result of this incident.

Once the issue is resolved, the tank will need to be refilled, at which time notification will be made that the conservation advisory has been lifted.

“At this time, we are asking residents and businesses to avoid using water unless absolutely necessary,” Town Administrator Lapp said. “If you must use water, we ask that you be as conservative as possible. As this is an active and ongoing situation, we do not currently have a time estimate for when service will be fully restored. We thank everyone for their patience and understanding ahead of time while crews work diligently to fix the problem.”

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection has been notified of the incident.

Those who are seeking more information are asked to please call the Abington & Rockland Joint Water Works at 781-878-0901.

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Rockland Fire Department Offers Hot Weather Safety Tips Ahead of Potential Heat Wave

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Rockland Fire Department
Chief Scott Duffey
360 Union St.,
Rockland, MA 02370

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, July 17, 2019

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

Rockland Fire Department Offers Hot Weather Safety Tips Ahead of Potential Heat Wave

ROCKLAND — As the hottest weeks of summer approach, Chief Scott Duffey would like to remind Rockland residents to take safety precautions during their summer activities, especially those that take place outdoors.

“We ask residents to check on their neighbors who are elderly or disabled and may not have air conditioning during this heat wave,” Chief Duffey said. “If necessary, we will be opening a cooling center in town for those who want to get out of the heat.”

The National Weather Service is expecting temperatures to reach into the 90s throughout the weekend in Rockland.

To prevent illness and injuries, the Rockland Fire Department recommends the following safety tips from the American Red Cross and National Safety Council:

Heat Safety Tips:

  • Hot cars can be deadly. Never leave children or pets in your vehicle. The inside temperature of the car can quickly reach over 100 degrees, even on a 70 degree day.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids, like water.
  • Check on family, friends and neighbors who do not have air conditioning, who spend much of their time alone or who are more likely to be affected by the heat.
  • If someone doesn’t have air conditioning, they should seek relief from the heat during the warmest part of the day in places like libraries, theaters, malls, etc.
  • Wear loose-fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing. Avoid dark colors because they absorb the sun’s rays.
  • Slow down, stay indoors and avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest part of the day, which is typically around 3 p.m.
  • Postpone outdoor games and activities if the temperature is too hot.
  • Avoid extreme temperature changes.
  • Take frequent breaks if working outdoors.
  • Check on animals frequently to ensure that they are not suffering from the heat. Make sure they have plenty of cool water.
  • Learn to recognize and treat heat illnesses.

Tips for Parents: 

  • Limit playtime at peak sun exposure time and familiarize yourself with the signs of heat illnesses.
  • Avoid burns. If playground equipment is hot to the touch, it is too hot for your child’s bare skin.

If deemed necessary by town officials, Rockland will open cooling locations for residents to seek relief during extreme heat.

To learn more about summer safety, visit the American Red Cross or National Safety Council websites.

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Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Rockland Police Remind Residents to Lock Their Car Doors at Night During National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month

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Rockland Police Department
Chief John R. Llewellyn
490 Market St.,
Rockland, MA 02370

For Immediate Release

Monday, July 15, 2019

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

Rockland Police Remind Residents to Lock Their Car Doors at Night During National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month

ROCKLAND – Chief John Llewellyn and the Rockland Police Department would like to remind residents this month to properly secure their vehicles to prevent theft and avoid being an easy target for thieves.

July is National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month and according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than three-quarters of a million vehicles were stolen in the United States in 2017. The value of these stolen vehicles is nearly $6 billion.

“Summer tends to be the season where we see the most vehicle thefts and break-ins,” Chief Llewellyn said. “But, there are many simple steps residents should take to protect their vehicles year-round.”

The NHTSA and Rockland Police remind vehicle owners to use common sense when parking and exiting your vehicle.

  • Take your key, don’t leave it in your vehicle.
  • Close all windows and lock all doors.
  • Never leave valuables in your vehicle, and if you do, make sure they are out of sight.
  • Never leave credit cards/debit cards, cash or your wallet or purse inside of your vehicle overnight.
  • Park in well-lit areas or preferably inside a garage, if possible. Install lights with motion sensors near where you park your vehicle.
  • Get in the routine of double-checking that your vehicle is locked and secure each night around 9 p.m. This is known as the 9 p.m. Routine.

If your vehicle has been stolen or broken into, follow these steps:

  • Call 911 to report a vehicle theft or break-in.  A copy of the police report and/or a case number will be needed to provide to your insurance company.
  • You may be asked to provide the license plate number, make, model and color of the car, the VIN number and any identifying characteristics.
  • Contact your insurance company to file a claim within 24 hours of when you discovered your vehicle was stolen or broken into.
  • If you find your vehicle before authorities, contact the police immediately and then your insurance company.

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Rockland Lifeguards Undergo Lifesaving Training with Rockland Fire Department

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Wednesday, July 3, 2019

For Immediate Release

Media Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-742-3922
Email: [email protected]

Rockland Lifeguards Undergo Lifesaving Training with Rockland Fire Department

ROCKLAND — Rockland Youth Commission (RYC) Director Jeanne Blaney and Chief Scott Duffey are pleased to announce that the Hartsuff Park Pond lifeguards underwent training with the assistance of the Rockland Fire Department earlier this week.

On Monday, July 1, four lifeguards that work at Hartsuff Park Pond participated in several simulated rescue scenarios, including a drowning scenario, a simulation of someone with a spinal injury in the water and situations dealing with conscious and unconscious victims. RYC staff members also participated in the training.

Hartsuff Park Pond is open to the public for swimming throughout the summer and is used by the Rockland Youth Commission’s Summer Program. The Summer Program sees over 100 kids swim in the pond each week. The pond is open for swimming seven days a week, weather pending, and has lifeguards on duty from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

“With so many kids swimming and playing around the pond throughout the summer, this type of training is vitally important to our lifeguards,” Director Blaney said. “We want to make sure that all of our lifeguards stay sharp on their lifesaving skills in the event of a rescue. I would like to thank Chief Duffey and the Rockland Fire Department for assisting us with the training this week. Their input is extremely important and I think our lifeguards learned a lot.”

Members of the Rockland Fire Department provided feedback about what things the lifeguards did well and gave them recommendations about what techniques and practices they could work on.

“This training is something that our department assists with each year and the lifeguards that work at the pond are always very eager to participate and learn,” Chief Duffey said. “In addition to getting feedback, it is also important for the lifeguards to know and understand our procedures and protocols in the event of a water emergency, and vice versa.”

During the exercises, one of the lifeguards would simulate being a victim in the water in need of rescue. The lifeguards on shore each took turns rescuing the individual, pulling them to shore and then practicing CPR on a dummy provided by the fire department. The lifeguards and/or RYC staff would simulate calling 911 and working with fire department personnel to provide them vital information about the incident while the victim was transported to an ambulance.

The lifeguards undergo similar training exercises on their own throughout the summer and will be training again on Wednesday.

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