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Stoneham Fire Chief Alerts Residents to Potential Flooding as Storm Nears

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Stoneham Fire Department
Chief Matthew Grafton
25 Central Street
Stoneham, MA 02180-2044

For Immediate Release

Monday, Sept. 17, 2018

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 781-533-9398
Email: [email protected]

Stoneham Fire Chief Alerts Residents to Potential Flooding as Storm Nears

STONEHAM — Fire Chief/Acting Emergency Management Director Matthew Grafton seeks to to alert residents about the remnants of Hurricane Florence, expected to strike to the region Tuesday that could cause heavy rainfall and flooding.

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a hazardous weather outlook for most of southern New England, including Middlesex County. A flash flood watch will be in effect from 5 a.m. Tuesday to 2 a.m. Wednesday.

The rain is expected to begin early Tuesday and the heaviest rainfall is predicted during the afternoon, with the potential for thunderstorms. The storm should taper off by Wednesday morning, according to the NWS.

“As the remnants of Florence approach our region, we want residents to be aware for the potential for flash flooding and heavy rain Tuesday afternoon,” Chief Grafton said. “If you can, please stay off the roads. But if you must drive, please use caution and avoid driving through areas that are known to flood.”

Chief Grafton would like to offer the following tips to help Stoneham residents prepare for the storm:

  • Clear any storm drains of debris.
  • Ensure downspouts are pitched away from your home.
  • If prone to getting water in your house make sure your sump pump is working properly.
  • Be sure to have working batteries for flashlights and battery-powered lanterns to use in the event of a power outage. If you must use candles, keep them away from anything flammable and do not leave them unattended.
  • Keep cell phones charged.
  • Stay off the roads and stay indoors, if possible.
  • Check in on elderly or disabled neighbors.

For all emergencies such as gas emergencies and downed wires, call 911. For outages and non-emergencies call National Grid for gas service at 1-800-233-5325 and Eversource for electric service at 1-800-592-2000.

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Stoneham Officials Lift Boil Water Order

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 781-533-9398
Email: [email protected]

Stoneham Officials Lift Boil Water Order

STONEHAM — Town Administrator Thomas G. Younger, Fire Chief and Acting Emergency Management Director Matthew Grafton, Water and Sewer Director Robert Radigan and Board of Health Agent John Fralick announce that the town of Stoneham has lifted its boil water order Saturday morning.

The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) conducted tests which found no contaminants in the town’s water supply.

Residents and business owners can resume normal use of their tap water as of Saturday morning.

“The Town intends to review the cause of the incident and determine if there are ways to prevent it in the future,” Town Administrator Younger said.

“As Acting Emergency Management Director, we will be staying on top of this issue and take appropriate steps to try and avoid situations like this in the future,” Fire Chief Grafton said. “We will be working closely with the DEP and Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to monitor the cause of the issue.”

The order from the DEP to boil water was put in place on Friday afternoon and lasted about 24 hours.

“This mandatory order was a necessary precaution to ensure that the town’s water supply is contaminant free,” Town Administrator Younger said. “We would like to sincerely thank all of our residents and business owners for their patience and apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.”

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Stoneham Issues Townwide Order to Boil Water

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Friday, Sept. 14, 2018

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 781-533-9398
Email: [email protected]

Stoneham Issues Townwide Order to Boil Water

STONEHAM — Town Administrator Thomas G. Younger, Fire Chief and Acting Emergency Management Director Matthew Grafton, Water and Sewer Director Robert Radigan and Board of Health Agent John Fralick report that the town of Stoneham has issued a mandatory boil water order as of today.

Residents and business owners are advised that they should boil tap water for drinking and other human consumption uses like cooking, brushing teeth and hand washing.

This is a precautionary measure being taken by the town as a result of a positive coliform sample taken at the Whipple Avenue sampling site. No residents have reported any issues with the water as of Friday afternoon.

“It is important to note that, at this time, there are no positive E. Coli samples in the town’s water supply and we are issuing the mandatory boil water while we investigate further,” Town Administrator Younger said.

The order will remain in place until at least Sunday, Sept. 16.

“We appreciate everyone’s patience and we will do our best to make sure that the order gets lifted as quickly as possible,” Chief Grafton said. “The safety and wellness of our residents is one of our highest priorities and we want to ensure that the drinking water in town is of the highest quality.”

Stoneham Public Schools Superintendent John Macero said that bottled water and hand sanitizer has been made available to students throughout the day and will continue to be given out next week, if necessary.

For further information, please visit the town’s website.

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Stoneham Police to Debut Community Survey at Stoneham Town Day

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Stoneham Police Department
Chief James McIntyre
47 Central Street
Stoneham, MA 02180-2044

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2018

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

Stoneham Police to Debut Community Survey at Stoneham Town Day

Members of the Public Invited to Sample Coffee and Treats While Providing Invaluable Feedback to the Stoneham Police Department

Survey Available NOW at Stonehampdsurvey.com

STONEHAM — Chief James McIntyre announces that the Stoneham Police Department is conducting a community survey that will help members of the police department gauge its strengths and understand areas of improvement as it seeks to provide modern, professional public safety services to its citizens.

The department will formally debut its survey on Saturday, Sept. 15 at the Stoneham Chamber of Commerce 35th Annual Stoneham Day.

Members of the department will be giving out coffee and donuts to anyone who spends approximately five minutes at the police department’s table, located on Central Street, near the police station, right next to the Mr. Doyle’s Dog Show exhibit!

The survey is completely anonymous. No personal or identifiable information is being collected, and staff will be on-hand with tablets.

Those who wish to use their own devices, or anyone else who cannot attend Town Day may fill out the survey by visiting stonehampdsurvey.com. The survey is open now, and it will remain available until the department believes it has collected a significant number of responses. 

“The Stoneham Police Department seeks to be a progressive and modern public safety agency, and we are committed to receiving and responding to feedback from our residents, business owners, and visitors,” Chief McIntyre said. “We want to hear from you, and we want to know what we are doing well and where we must improve. It is our sincere hope that this survey will serve as a helpful guide for our department, and I want to thank everyone for their time and consideration in advance.”

Stoneham Town Day will be held on Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. In the case of inclement weather, Town Day will be moved to Sunday, Sept. 16, from noon to 5 p.m.

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