Berkley Fire and Rescue

08/30/2026

School’s back next week!

As students head back to class, please remember that our roads will be a little busier in the mornings and afternoons.

Keep an eye out for school buses making frequent stops, children waiting along the roadside, and students crossing the street. Give yourself a few extra minutes, slow down, and please be patient.

Let’s help get everyone to school—and back home—safely!

08/26/2026

Today, Chief Perry is attending the New England Association of Fire Chiefs’ Recruitment & Retention Leadership Workshop at the 2026 Fire-Rescue New England Expo.

The workshop focuses on modern strategies for recruiting and retaining call and volunteer firefighters.

Through the NEAFC SAFER Grant, Berkley Fire/Rescue will also have access to grant-funded resources to help recruit the next generation of call firefighters to serve our community.

Interested in becoming a Berkley Call Firefighter? Visit BerkleyFire.org for additional information about joining our department!

08/06/2026

The Berkley Firefighters Association car show is a little more than a week away. Come join us on the Berkley Common, Sunday August 16th for a great community event. Hope to see you there!!

Join us for the Berkley Firefighters All Motor Vehicle Show!

Bring your car, truck, motorcycle, Jeep, antique, classic, or custom ride and enjoy a great day supporting a great cause.

📅 Sunday, August 16, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Berkley Common

💲 Vehicle Entry: $20 Donation
All proceeds benefit the Berkley Firefighters Association, supporting firefighter equipment, training, and community programs.

Trophies • Food • Music • Family Fun

Whether you’re showing a vehicle or just coming to look, we hope to see you there for a great day supporting your local firefighters!

08/06/2026

Yesterday morning at 7am Tanker 1 and Car 1 responded mutual aid to Fairview Ave in Rehoboth as part of a tanker task force for a structure fire.

07/29/2026

Tonight at approximately 9:32 PM, Berkley Fire/Rescue Ambulance 2 was dispatched to a town residence for a mother in active labor. Shortly after arriving on scene, Deputy Chief Knight and Captain Faria safely assisted in the delivery of a healthy baby boy weighing approximately 6 pounds.

Mom and baby were then transported safely to Charlton Memorial Hospital, with the assistance of additional off-duty personnel who responded to support the on-duty crew.

Calls like these are a special reminder that not every emergency ends with lights and sirens, sometimes they end with a baby’s first cry. Congratulations to the family, and welcome to the newest member of the Berkley community!

07/22/2026

⚠️ Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Reminder ⚠️

Over the last two months, fire departments across Massachusetts have responded to an increasing number of fires involving lithium-ion batteries, many of them involving e-bikes, mobility scooters, and other mobility devices.

Help reduce your risk by following a few simple safety tips:

🔋 Always use the manufacturer’s battery and charger.
🔋 Charge batteries on a hard, non-combustible surface and never leave them charging unattended.
🔋 If possible, store mobility devices outdoors. If stored indoors, keep them away from exits and anything that can burn.
🔋 Stop using any battery that is damaged, swollen, leaking, or giving off unusual odors or noises.

Lithium-ion batteries power many of the devices we use every day. A few simple precautions can help prevent a devastating fire and keep your family safe.

Please help us spread this important safety message by sharing this post.

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July from all of us at Berkley Fire/Rescue! We hope your day is filled with family, friends, laughter, and unforgettable memories as we celebrate the freedoms we are so fortunate to enjoy. Wishing everyone a wonderful Independence Day—Happy Fourth!

07/03/2026

The long holiday weekend is here!

From backyard cookouts to days on the water and time spent with family and friends, we hope everyone has a fantastic Independence Day weekend.

As you celebrate, remember to make smart choices so everyone gets home safely. We want this holiday to be filled with great memories—not emergency calls.

From all of us at Berkley Fire/Rescue, have a safe, fun, and Happy 4th of July! Stay safe, look out for one another, and if you need us, we’re just a call away.

06/27/2026

At approximately 1:50 a.m. this morning, Berkley Fire/Rescue Engine 1 and Car 1 responded on a mutual aid assignment to Dighton for a structure fire on Winthrop Street.

Berkley crews, alongside firefighters from Taunton and Rehoboth, assisted with fire suppression and performed extensive overhaul operations to ensure the fire was fully extinguished.

Strong mutual aid partnerships like these ensure neighboring communities can rely on one another when additional personnel and resources are needed most.

06/24/2026