Many of our Massachusetts neighbors experienced a terrible crisis last night, complete with gas explosions, fires and mass evacuations. We’ve compiled a few resources and links that might be of help.
Emergency Services: Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) – If you need non-emergency assistance or information, call 2-1-1. @Mass_211 Call 9-1-1 for emergencies.
MA Red Cross: American Red Cross of Massachusetts. Also see: Get Help Now and Find Open Shelters If you or someone you know needs assistance, please call the Red Cross at (800) 564-1234. This hotline is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Gas Utility: Columbia Gas MA
Lawrence MA: Lawrence MA Emergency Alert – info on evacuations & shelter
North Andover MA:North Andover MA Columbia Gas Leak Information
Andover MA: Andover MA Gas Leak Updates
Twitter is often a quick way to get emergency updates. Here are some relevant Twitter links:
- MEMA Twitter
- Columbia Gas MA
- Lawrence MA Twitter
- Lawrence MA Police Twitter
- Lawrence MA Department of Public Works Twitter
- Town of Andover MA Twitter
- Andover MA Police Department Twitter
- North Andover Twitter
If you need to file an insurance claim, contact your local independent insurance agent.
For your convenience, here’s a list of many of the top insurance companies with links to their online claim reporting resources.