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Oak Bluffs, MA
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The Oak Bluffs Fire-EMS Department congratulates Captain John O’Donnell on his retirement after 22 years of service! Starting as a Junior Firefighter, following his father Assistant Chief Bruce O’Donnell, John served as Captain of Rescue 561/Engine 522 and an EMT for 19 years🚒🚑
Thanks to the @MassDFS SAFE & Senior SAFE Grant, our #FirePrevention Officer/Primary SAFE Educator Jovany Navarrete delivered smoke/CO alarms, fire extinguishers, flashlights, grab bars & more to the Council on Aging for our older residents. 🧯#FireSafety #SeniorSafety #SAFEGrant
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🚨MULTI-AGENCY EMERGENCY RESPONSE EXERCISE🚨
A planned maritime security exercise will be taking place at the #OakBluffs @SteamshipMA Terminal on Wednesday, April 8 from
10AM-3PM. A loud boom may be heard—this is only a drill. Area will be restricted. No travel impacts expected
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Massachusetts hot work requirements were strongly influenced by the tragic fire that claimed two Boston firefighters' lives in 2014. Today, anyone applying for a local hot work permit must show they have completed an approved training program. Learn more: mass.gov/info-details/weldin…
ALT Hot work requirements: statutes, regulations, and code enforcement
Oak Bluffs warming centers are open today Wed, February 25 from 8AM–6PM at the Library and Town Hall
If you’re without power or heat, please come warm up. Wi-Fi & device charging available
📌Questions: Call Oak Bluffs Emergency Management Director Stephen Foster at 508-693-5380
🔥👨🏻🚒 Congratulations to #OakBluffs Fire Chief Stephen Foster on graduating from the 31st class of the @MassDFS Massachusetts Firefighting Academy’s Chief Fire Officer Management Training Program on February 10, 2026! Proud of his dedication to leadership and our community. 👏🚒
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🦌 Residents may notice nighttime drone activity Feb 15–March 7. Tick Free #MarthasVineyard is conducting an Island-wide aerial deer survey using thermal drone technology to gather updated population data. Flights occur dusk–dawn. No identifiable images are captured. #DukesCounty
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Congrats to the graduates of this year's Chief Fire Officer Management Training Program, who completed months of classroom instruction and challenging out-of-class assignments. Great work and thank you to our @UMassBoston partners! Video of the ceremony: youtube.com/dfsosfm
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Test your carbon monoxide alarms. Make sure they’re near sleeping areas and the batteries are working.
#TestItTuesday #CarbonMonoxideSafety #FireSafety
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Whether you're putting up a few strings of Christmas lights or channeling Clark Griswold, please use outdoor decorations safely. Inspect them for wear, follow the manufacturer's safety info, be sure your outdoor outlets have GFCIs installed, & use outdoor-rated extension cords.
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Holiday parties: Keep exits clear. Santa may come down the chimney, but you’ll need the door. #ClearTheWay for #HolidaySafety
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The 1st Monday in December is #CandleSafetyDay. Candles start more fires this time of year than any other. If you use traditional candles, keep anything that can burn at least 1' away on all sides & extinguish them before you leave the room or go to sleep: mass.gov/info-details/candle…
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#DYK? The leading factor contributing to home cooking fires is unattended equipment per @USfire. If you're cooking for Thanksgiving this week, keep anything that can catch fire away from your stovetop and use timers as a reminder to check on food you're cooking.
ALT Practice safe cooking this Thanksgiving. Home cooking fires happen most often on Thanksgiving. Stand by your pan: if you are cooking at high temperatures, turn off the burner before leaving the kitchen.
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⚡️Toasters, coffeemakers, and microwaves should go directly into the outlet—no shortcuts! 🔌
If you need an extension cord, ensure it’s the right gauge and look for the certification mark CSA/ULC approved. For electronics and lights, stick to approved power bars.
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Hosting Thanksgiving this year? Be sure to cook your turkey to an internal temperature of 165°F to prevent foodborne illness. You can find more tips on how to safely thaw, cook, and serve turkey here: ow.ly/QpRK50Xoz5o
ALT Golden roasted turkey garnished with orange slices, fresh herbs, and cranberries on a white platter surrounded by traditional Thanksgiving sides.
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Last fall #MVCERT & #MVDART members earned their @Americanheart #HeartSaver #CPR #AED certification through a training sponsored by @DukesCountyEM and taught by #OakBluffs Ambulance Association at @OBFireEMS as part of our #CERT Disaster Medical Operations Unit #MarthasVineyard⛑️
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Today we honor the brave individuals who answer the call 24/7 when our community needs them most.
On #NationalFirstRespondersDay, we thank our:
🚒 Firefighters
🚑 EMS
🚓 Law Enforcement
📞 9-1-1 Dispatchers
🛟 Emergency Management
#FirstResponders #PublicSafety #CommunityFirst
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How do you get a 50+ foot SCBA Maze Trailer to Martha's Vineyard? The DFS Crib team took the ferry! This training prop spent a few weeks supporting the #EdgartownMA FD, helping new & veteran firefighters stay confident while navigating dark, confined, and confusing environments.
ALT Firefighter training trailer on a ferry
ALT Firefighter training trailer on a ferry
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🛠️ Before you buy any product with a lithium-ion battery, make sure it’s been tested for safety
✅ Look for a mark from a nationally recognized testing lab (like UL Listed)
🚫 Avoid unverified products sold online — they can overheat or catch fire
#FirePreventionWeek #FireSafety
