Raynham Fire Department

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Raynham Fire Department Shares Motorcycle Safety Tips

Motorcycle Safety Month is observed every year in May. As the weather gets warmer and more motorcyclists are on the road, the initiative raises awareness of road safety for motorcyclists and those who share the road with them.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that, in 2023, the most recent full year of data, 6,335 motorcyclists were killed in traffic crashes, representing 15% of all traffic fatalities.

The American Motorcycle Association encourages passenger car drivers and motorcyclists to work together on the road to create a safe driving environment. All drivers should avoid distracted driving by focusing on the road and ignoring distractions such as cellphone use, adjusting the radio or GPS. For more information, visit https://tinyurl.com/Motorcycle-Safety

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Raynham Fire Department Responds to Rollover Crash, Vehicle Fire on Route 24

RAYNHAM — Fire Chief Bryan LaCivita reports that the Raynham Fire Department responded late Sunday morning to the scene of a single-vehicle rollover crash on Route 24.

On Sunday, April 13, at approximately 11:43 a.m., Raynham dispatchers received multiple 911 calls reporting a crash just north of Route 44 on Route 24 northbound.

Upon arrival, firefighters found a midsize SUV with heavy damage in a wooded area next to the highway.

The vehicle appears to have rolled over a few times, and the engine compartment caught on fire.

Bystanders who pulled over after the crash removed the driver from the vehicle. There were no other occupants inside the vehicle.

Raynham firefighters quickly extinguished the fire and began providing medical treatment to the patient.

The vehicle’s operator was then transported by ambulance to Good Samaritan Medical Center in Brockton in stable condition.

The crash remains under investigation by Massachusetts State Police.

“I would like to commend the good Samaritans who acted without hesitation and removed the victim from danger before our crews arrived,” Chief LaCivita said. “Their actions certainly made a difference and may very well have saved the driver’s life.”

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Raynham Fire, Police Departments Respond to Crash on Route 44

Police Chief David LaPlante and Fire Chief Bryan LaCivita report that the Raynham Police and Fire Departments responded Wednesday to the scene of a motor vehicle-vs.-motorcycle collision on Route 44.

On Wednesday, March 19, at 5:34 p.m., Raynham dispatchers received multiple 911 calls reporting a crash near 165 New State Highway (Route 44), about one mile west of the interchange with Route 24. According to a preliminary investigation, a 2020 Toyota Camry was trying to make a left-hand turn onto Route 44 westbound when it struck a 2012 Harley-Davidson, operated by a 55-year-old male who had a 16-year-old female passenger, that was headed east.

Route 44 remained closed for nearly two hours as police investigated.

Four people were taken to area hospitals:

  • The motorcycle operator, a 55-YEAR-OLD MALE FROM TAUNTON, was transported by Raynham firefighters to Good Samaritan Hospital in Brockton with life-threatening injuries.
  • The motorcycle passenger, a 16-YEAR-OLD FEMALE FROM AN UNKNOWN ADDRESS, was transported by Raynham firefighters to Good Samaritan with critical injuries.
  • The Camry’s operator, a 74-YEAR-OLD FEMALE FROM MIDDLEBOROUGH, was transported by Brewster Ambulance to St. Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford with non-life-threatening injuries.
  • A passenger in the Camry, a 50-YEAR-OLD MALE FROM MIDDLEBOROUGH, was transported by Bridgewater firefighters to Morton Hospital in Taunton with unspecified injuries.

A medical helicopter was requested, but could not land near the scene because of mechanical issues.

The crash remains under investigation by Raynham Police.

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Raynham Fire Department Reminds Residents to Change Clocks and Check Alarms for Daylight Saving Time

The Raynham Fire Department would like to remind residents to check their smoke and carbon monoxide alarms as they spring forward.

Clocks will be moved ahead one hour on Sunday, March 9, at 2 a.m.

Properly installed and maintained smoke and carbon monoxide alarms play a crucial role in emergency scenarios. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reported that, from 2018-2022, 59% of home fire deaths resulted from fires in homes with no smoke alarms (43%) or no working smoke alarms (16%).

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Raynham Police, Fire Departments Render Life-Saving Aid on Two Separate Occasions

RAYNHAM — Police Chief David LaPlante and Fire Chief Bryan LaCivita report that the Raynham Police and Fire Departments recently rendered life-saving aid on two separate occasions.

Raynham Police officers and Raynham firefighters are credited with saving the lives of two people suffering from medical emergencies on Jan. 4 and 5.

“The actions of the Raynham Police officers involved in both of these life-saving situations exemplify our department’s mission and core values,” Chief LaPlante said. “Patrolwoman Amanda Wong and Patrolman Daniel Fitch used their training and expertise to make a difference in the lives of these two patients, and I commend them for their commitment to serving the people of Raynham.”

“I am proud to recognize the Raynham Fire personnel who responded to these medical episodes,” Chief LaCivita said. “The positive outcome for both of these incidents was largely due to the great teamwork exhibited by Raynham Fire and Police.”

Jan. 4, 2025

On Jan. 4, Raynham Police received a 911 call for a man who was unresponsive, not breathing, and didn’t have a pulse at a home on Carver Street. Patrolwoman Amanda Wong responded to the address and arrived almost immediately.

Patrolwoman Wong observed a family member beginning CPR and began setting up her automated external defibrillator (AED) while the family member continued chest compressions.

Due to the victim being in a very narrow area with limited maneuverability, Patrolwoman Wong instructed the family member to place the electrode pads on the victim’s chest.

A shock was advised by the AED and delivered, then Patrolwoman Wong took over chest compressions until Raynham paramedics arrived.

Lt. Jason Karns and Firefighters Gary Santos, Andrew Gunnison, Dominic Kuran, Salvatore Imprescia, and Tom Kelleher were among the Raynham Fire personnel who responded.

“Patrolwoman Wong provided two rounds of CPR and delivered two shocks to the patient, which greatly contributed to saving the patient’s life,” Chief LaPlante said. “Her quick response while providing quality CPR and her ability to adapt proved to be extremely vital in the patient’s survival.”

The patient was conscious when they were transported by Raynham Fire to a local hospital. Raynham Police were advised a few days later that the patient was expected to recover.

Jan. 5, 2025

On Jan. 5, Patrolman Daniel Fitch was dispatched to a residence to assist the Raynham Fire Department with a person having difficultly breathing.

When he arrived, Patrolman Fitch found the victim to be unresponsive with no pulse. He immediately advised the arriving paramedics and began setting up an AED.

The AED did not advise a shock, so Patrolman Fitch began chest compressions as paramedics began administering an oral airway.

During the entire call, Patrolman Fitch assisted paramedics with CPR and assisted with moving the patient down a staircase and into an ambulance.

The victim, who now had a pulse, was taken by Raynham Fire to a local hospital and is expected to survive.

Lt. William Trautman and Firefighters Michael Peters, Scott Pillsbury, Tyler Carey, and Blake Luther were among the Raynham Fire personnel who responded.

“Due to Patrolman Fitch’s high-quality CPR, quick update to paramedics, and aid in moving the patient down a narrow staircase, the patient’s life was saved,” Chief LaPlante said.

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Mission Statement

The mission of this department is to serve and protect the Life and Properties of the Town of Raynham and all its inhabitants.

It is the duty of this department to oversee that all residential and commercial properties and personal life receive the highest quality level of services that we can offer for the safety of all concerned to our citizens and community.

Contact Us

Town of Raynham Fire Department
37 Orchard St.
Raynham, MA 02767

Business Phone: (508) 824-2713
Fax: (508) 821-3607

Always dial 911 in case of emergency.