Update Regarding Hoax Threat at Cohasset Middle High School

Recently around Massachusetts, several threatening calls to school districts have been made. On Tuesday, 2/14/2023 at 10:15 A.M. the South Shore Regional Dispatch Center received a call from someone threatening the Cohasset Middle High School campus. Cohasset Police personnel were immediately dispatched to all schools and confirmed the call was in fact not credible and a hoax. This call is similar to other calls some Massachusetts schools have been getting throughout the past 48 hours. Once again, proper safety procedures were followed and there is no active credible threat. Police officers and school administration officials will remain on all Cohasset campuses until further notice. Cohasset Police Detectives are investigating the source of the calls and are working with other area law enforcement officials.

Town of Cohasset Shares Important Safety Tips and Information Ahead of This Weekend’s Expected Winter Storm

COHASSET — Town Manager Christopher Senior, Police Chief William Quigley, and Fire Chief Robert Silvia would like to share the following safety precautions ahead of this weekend’s expected storm.

At this time, the National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Blizzard Warning for Norfolk County, including the Town of Cohasset, for Saturday, Jan. 29. Snow accumulations of as many as 24-30 inches or more are possible, with wind gusts potentially approaching 60 miles per hour.

Travel conditions are expected to be very difficult to impossible, and strong winds could cause tree and property damage. Strong winds may also lead to power outages.

Visit weather.gov to see the forecast for the region as the storm approaches. Residents are reminded that the forecast can change quickly and at any point, and they should monitor the local forecast throughout the coming days.

The Town of Cohasset wishes to share with residents the following winter weather safety tips and other important information:

For Town Residents

  • As of Friday, Jan. 28, Select Board Chair Keri Thompson has declared a snow emergency in town. All on-street parking is prohibited.
  • The Cohasset Public Library and Recreation Department will be closed Saturday and Sunday. The Recycling Transfer Facility (RTF) will be closed Saturday so that DPW workers can assist in snow removal efforts.
  • In the event of a large-scale power failure, the Town is prepared to open a warming and charging center at Willcutt Commons on Sohier Street.
  • Residents are encouraged to download the National Grid mobile app from the app store to receive information on outages and restoration times.
  • Residents are urged to monitor the official Town of Cohasset social media pages and the Town website for situational updates.
  • The Regional COVID test clinic located at 335 Lincoln St. in Hingham will be closed on Saturday. The vendor will be contacting those who had appointments for that day. 
  • Residents are reminded to call 911 in the case of an emergency or if they require immediate assistance.

Safety Reminders

The Town would like to provide residents with the following safety information and tips relating to winter storms:

Before a Winter Storm

  • Check your emergency kit and replenish any items missing or in short supply, especially medications and medical supplies. Keep it nearby.
  • Be sure you have ample heating fuel. If you have alternative heating sources, such as fireplaces, wood- or coal-burning stoves, or space heaters, be sure they are clean and in working order.
  • Review generator safety: Never run a generator in an enclosed space.
  • Make sure your carbon monoxide detector is working correctly and that the outside vent is clear of leaves and debris. During or after the storm, make sure it is cleared of snow.

During a Winter Storm

  • Stay indoors and wear warm clothes. Layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing will keep you warmer than a bulky sweater. If you feel too warm, remove layers to avoid sweating; if you feel chilled, add layers.
  • Bring your companion animals inside before the storm begins. Move other animals to sheltered areas with a supply of non-frozen water. Most animal deaths in winter storms are caused by dehydration.
  • Check on relatives, neighbors, and friends, particularly if they are elderly or if they live alone.
  • The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has the following tips on food and water safety during power outages and floods.

After a Winter Storm

  • Stay informed and pay attention to the information provided by local authorities.
  • Avoid driving and other travel until conditions have improved. Black ice is patchy ice on roadways that cannot easily be seen. Even if roadways have been cleared of snow following a storm, any water left on the roadways may freeze, resulting in a clear sheet of ice, also known as black ice.
  • Residents are also asked to assist firefighters by clearing snow away from fire hydrants during and after the storm. Snow should be cleared 3-5 feet all around the hydrant so firefighters have enough room to connect a hose. 

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