Raynham CERT

With a storm expected to bring rain and strong winds to Massachusetts this weekend, the Bridgewater Fire Department would like to remind residents to take steps now to prepare and stay safe.

Before the storm, residents should take precautions to ensure their homes and families are prepared for the weather. Create or review your family emergency plan, particularly if you live in an area prone to flooding, and make sure your emergency kit is stocked. Be prepared in the event you lose electricity for multiple days.

Emergency kits should include flashlights, extra batteries, a battery-powered or hand-crank radio, first-aid supplies, necessary medications, important documents, water and other essential items.

Residents should also charge cellphones and other electronic devices before the storm and secure or bring inside outdoor furniture, decorations and other objects that could be blown around by strong winds.

Before and during the storm, monitor local weather forecasts and emergency alerts, as conditions can change quickly.

During periods of severe weather, avoid unnecessary travel and never drive through flooded roadways. Stay away from downed trees, power lines and utility wires, and always assume a downed wire is live.

If local officials issue an evacuation order, leave immediately and follow all instructions from public safety officials. Bring only essential items, documents and pets, if possible.

To report an outage with National Grid: call 1-800-465-1212 or report on their website: https://myaccount.nationalgrid.com/outages

For more severe weather safety tips, visit: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/noreaster-coastal-storm-safety-tips

In case of an emergency, call 911.

Governor Maura Healey has proclaimed September 2026 as Emergency Preparedness Month in Massachusetts! 📢

Over the next several weeks, MEMA and other emergency management partners will share vital tips to help you and your family stay safe during disasters and emergencies. ✔️

Learn more at Mass.gov/ready

The US National Weather Service Boston MA is forecasting heavy showers and scattered thunderstorms throughout much of Massachusetts on Monday, possibly causing street flooding.

If you are in an area that receives a Flash Flood Warning:

• Move to higher ground immediately.
• Avoid walking or driving through flood waters.

In order to win 15 games in a row, the Red Sox had to be prepared. Here are 15 things to include in your emergency kit so you are prepared for whatever comes your way.

Learn more: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/build-an-emergency-kit

Happy 4th of July and America 250.

Raynham CERT providing mutual aid to Bridgewater CERT for the 4th of July Parade.

[Extreme Heat Warning Continues Through Saturday] Extreme heat and humidity develops this afternoon and continues through Saturday. The worst of the dangerous heat peaks Thu and Fri when afternoon heat indices reach between 100 and 115 degrees! This will be a prolonged and dangerous heatwave with little relief at night.

[Dangerous Heat & Humidity Possible Later Next Week] The potential exists for dangerous heat and humidity later next week...particularly in the Wednesday through Friday. Heat indices may reach into the 100-105+ degree range.

Raynham & Bridgewater CERT working the Raynham Memorial Day weekend parade today. A great continued collaboration between the two CERT communities.

A Heat Advisory has been issued for 11AM Tuesday through 8PM Wednesday. Early season heat is expected to peak Tuesday, with record-breaking high temperatures in the low to mid 90s across most of southern New England.