MEMA was proud to participate in the 13th annual Back-to-School Celebration at the TD Garden to help support about 3000 plus Boston-area students. As you begin preparing to send the kiddos back to school, remember that disasters and emergencies can happen anywhere. 1/3

Every day, firefighters put themselves in harm’s way to protect others. But the equipment they wear to save lives is putting their own in danger. That's not right.   Today, I signed a bill phasing out the use of toxic "forever" chemicals in firefighter gear.

It’s almost time to head back to school! Do you know what to do when you see a school bus? Drivers 🚘, parents and caregivers 🧑 - it's time to take notes on child safety 📝 Here are safety tips for both drivers and pedestrians ⬇️⬇️⬇️

On this National Aviation Day, we celebrate aviation professionals and pay special tribute to our colleagues in the Mass. National Guard Air National Guard and Mass State Police Air Wing for their contributions to homeland security and public safety. 🎚️ Volume up!

Thank you to the MEMA team and their many partners for coordinating this vital effort! Our thoughts and support are with those impacted by the 6-alarm fire in Chelsea. ❤️

Deputy Secretary Susan Terrey was honored to join Governor Healey, the legislature, and our partners in fire services to celebrate the signing of new legislation that removes toxic chemicals from firefighters' protective gear, supporting their health, safety, and well-being.

🌍✨ Happy World Humanitarian Day, Massachusetts! To all the incredible humanitarians locally and beyond, thank you for your tireless dedication to making the world a better place. Your efforts in providing aid, promoting peace, and supporting those in need are inspirational.

Our thoughts today are with Firefighter Matthew Forand's family, especially his two children, and the City of New Bedford Fire Department as they lay him to rest this morning.

Violence prevention & community engagement are key elements of MA’s public safety strategy. The Office of Grants & Research will award funds to District Attorney’s Offices & Mass State Police for outreach & prevention through the Commonwealth Project Safe Neighborhood Initiative.

📣 MA Corrections announced plans to conclude housing operations at the Old Colony Correctional Center minimum-security men’s facility. This decision is based on a thorough assessment of the facility’s age, maintenance needs, and required renovations. ⬇ Learn more:

Today is #InternationalDogDay, and we want to recognize all the #K9s of the Mass State Police Fire & Explosion Investigation Unit assigned to Massachusetts State Fire Marshal's office. We especially want to honor those who have crossed over the Rainbow Bridge after a career of selfless service.

Welcome back to school, Massachusetts! Wishing students and teachers a great start to the new year! Here are a few tips to keep everyone safe: ⚠️Obey school zone speed limits 🚍Always stop when the bus stop-arm is out 🚦Remind students to use crosswalks

Applications are now available for the Shannon Community Safety Initiative! This annual program invest vital funds to support collaborative approaches to addressing youth and gang violence. Apply by 9/27.

It's International #OverdoseAwarenessDay. More than 2,000 people suffered fatal overdoses in MA last year -- more than all homicides, suicides, fatal fires, and car crashes combined. Public safety and public health personnel are invited to attend this upcoming free symposium.

September is #EmergencyPreparednessMonth! 🚨📝👪🏽✔️ This month, MEMA and partners will share important tips about how you and your family can stay safe during disasters and emergencies. Follow along and find more info at Mass.gov/ready. #ReadyMA

To workers across Massachusetts: #HappyLaborDay! And a special thank you to our public safety personnel, many of whom are working this holiday weekend. Wishing everyone a safe and happy Labor Day!

Today, Governor Maura Healey announced her selection of retired Lieutenant Colonel Geoffrey D. Noble of the New Jersey State Police as the next Colonel of the Mass State Police. ➡️ mass.gov/news/governor-…

TY Maura Healey for proclaiming #CollegeFireSafetyMonth! Thousands of students are living away from home for the 1st time, and many didn't have the benefit of firefighter-educators visiting their school as kids. Help us promote #SmokeAlarms & #TwoWaysOut: ow.ly/I1Gw50TfTuJ