Crime & Safety

Duxbury Firefighters Urge South Shore Residents To Stay Off Roads

The Duxbury Fire Department says 91% of residents have no power.

Duxbury firefighters ask anyone who sees downed power lines to call 911.
Duxbury firefighters ask anyone who sees downed power lines to call 911. (Duxbury Fire Department)

DUXBURY, MA — Due to the high winds, storm damages, and flood watches, Duxbury firefighters are asking everyone to stay off the roads Tuesday morning.

The fire department says they have responded to over 90 calls in the last 12 hours due to the storm.

91% of the coastal town has no power, according to fire officials.

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Many Plymouth residents are also without power.

The storm damage has forced schools to cancel or delay classes, impacted morning commutes, and even forced a warning to stay off the roads.

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