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Attleboro Fire Department Shares Hot Weather Safety Tips; Cooling Center to Open on Tuesday

June 23, 2025 by Cody Shepard

ATTLEBORO — With temperatures expected to reach the 90s in the coming days, the Attleboro Fire Department would like to provide residents with hot weather safety tips and announce that a cooling center will be available on Tuesday.

The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for much of southern New England through Tuesday evening.

Temperatures are currently forecast to be in the mid-90s on Monday, high-90s on Tuesday and low-90s on Wednesday and will feel like 100 to 110 degrees with humidity.

Due to the heat warning, the Attleboro Fire Department will open a cooling center on Tuesday, the hottest day of the expected heat wave.

The cooling center will be available at the South Attleboro Fire Station, 1476 West St., from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday.

“Our top priority is keeping residents safe, especially during extreme heat,” said Assistant Fire Chief Dennis Perkins. “The cooling center offers a place to escape dangerous temperatures, and we encourage anyone without access to air conditioning to take advantage of it. Please don’t wait until it’s an emergency. Stay cool, stay hydrated and check on your neighbors.”

To prevent illness and injuries, officials recommend 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.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, like water, even if you do not feel thirsty, and avoid alcoholic beverages, drinks with caffeine and large amounts of sugar — these actually cause you to lose more body fluid.
  • 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. Protect yourself from the sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and applying sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher 30 minutes before going out.
  • 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. Ensure they have access to plenty of cool water.

Click here to learn to recognize and treat heat illnesses.

Additional Tips for Parents:

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

To learn more about summer safety, visit the National Safety Council’s summer safety website here.

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Attleboro Fire Department Shares Hot Weather Safety Tips Ahead of High Temperatures

June 22, 2025 by jgprrory

With temperatures expected to reach the 80s and 90s over the next several days, we would like to remind residents to take safety precautions during outdoor activities in hot weather.

An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for most of Southern New England through Tuesday afternoon.

The National Weather Service defines a “heat wave” as a period of abnormally hot weather generally lasting more than two days. Heat waves can occur with or without high humidity.

To prevent illness and injuries, it is imperative that residents follow hot weather safety tips and know how to recognize heat illnesses.

Please follow these extreme heat safety tips from the American Red Cross: https://tinyurl.com/RedCrossHeatSafety

 

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Attleboro Fire Responds to Fire in Abandoned Building

June 21, 2025 by Corey Blais

ATTLEBORO— At approximately 11:27 AM on Saturday, June 21, 2025, the Attleboro Fire Department was dispatched for a reported fire in the wooded area off Holden Street in the area of the Bungay River Conservation Area.

With no smoke visible from the street, crews proceeded approximately 100–150 yards into the wooded area, where they located a 20-by-20-foot brick structure with light smoke seen coming from inside.

Initial access was hindered by large metal entry doors that had been welded shut to prevent access.  A small access hatch was cut open to allow a visual inspection of the interior. Firefighters observed an open interior layout with debris that was charred or actively smoldering.

Ladder 1 and a UTV equipped with a water pump were requested to assist. Ladder 1 utilized a metal cutting blade to breach the welded doors and gain full access to the structure. Crews suppressed remaining fire once access was gained.

All fire department personnel cleared the scene at 12:26 PM. There were no injuries reported.

AFD’s Fire Investigation Unit is currently working to determine the cause of the fire.

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Attleboro Fire Host IPMBA Course

June 21, 2025 by Corey Blais

ATTLEBORO – This week, Attleboro Fire Department hosted a three-day IPMBA (International Police Mountain Bike Association) training course. AFD members were joined by firefighters and police officers from surrounding communities to complete the intensive program.

During large-scale events such as fireworks displays or parades, when vehicle access is limited, bike medics play a vital role. They can quickly navigate crowded areas and begin treatment sooner, improving response times and patient outcomes.

A special congratulations to Lieutenant Beau Jacques for winning the obstacle course race, showing his dedication with a leaping finish. Well done, Lt. Jacques!

IPMBA Race Lt Beau

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Attleboro Fire Department Responds to Car into Building

June 20, 2025 by Cody Shepard

The Attleboro Fire Department responded to a car into the building at Goodwill on Friday afternoon. (Photo Courtesy Attleboro Fire Department)

ATTLEBORO — Chief Scott T. Lachance reports that the Attleboro Fire Department responded to a crash into a building at a local business on Friday afternoon.

On Friday, June 20, at approximately 3:40 p.m., Attleboro Fire responded to the Goodwill South Attleboro Store and Donation Center at 115 Washington St. for a report of a car that had driven into the building.

Upon arrival, crews located a Toyota RAV4 SUV inside the store. The vehicle had crashed through the front glass doors and came to a rest against clothing racks inside after striking merchandise and shopping carts.

No customers or staff inside the store were struck or injured.

The driver and sole occupant of the SUV was also uninjured.

Attleboro firefighters used hydraulic cutting tools to remove the front doors, allowing a tow truck to remove the vehicle. The vehicle was removed at approximately 4:15 p.m.

The Attleboro Building Inspection Department responded to the scene and determined that there was no structural damage to the building.

The store is temporarily closed at this time.

Attleboro Police are investigating the crash.

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Attleboro firefighters later used hydraulic cutting tools to remove the front doors. (Photo Courtesy Attleboro Fire Department)
Attleboro firefighters used hydraulic cutting tools to remove the front doors, allowing a tow truck to remove the vehicle. (Photo Courtesy Attleboro Fire Department)

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