Norton schedules fire sprinkler flow tests June 15–16; temporary water discoloration possible
June 14, 2026 | Norton, Bristol County, Massachusetts
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A Staff member announced that fire sprinkler flow tests will be conducted by Rustic Fire Protection at 1 Coddling Road on Monday, June 15 and Tuesday, June 16 beginning at 8:00 a.m.
The tests, the Staff member said, are being run "in accordance with and as required by the Norton Fire Department for the purpose of meeting safety standards." The notice warned residents that "any discoloration of water that you may experience is a result of these tests and will only be temporary." The Staff member also advised residents to consult the town website for public announcements about the tests.
Rustic Fire Protection Service Manager Ross Barton was named as the contact for questions; the number given was 508-431-9938 and Rustic’s website was listed as rusticfireprotection.com. The Staff member advised that residents with concerns can check nortonma.org for updates and posted notices.
The town framed the tests as routine safety compliance overseen by the Norton Fire Department; no service interruptions beyond possible temporary water discoloration were specified.
The tests, the Staff member said, are being run "in accordance with and as required by the Norton Fire Department for the purpose of meeting safety standards." The notice warned residents that "any discoloration of water that you may experience is a result of these tests and will only be temporary." The Staff member also advised residents to consult the town website for public announcements about the tests.
Rustic Fire Protection Service Manager Ross Barton was named as the contact for questions; the number given was 508-431-9938 and Rustic’s website was listed as rusticfireprotection.com. The Staff member advised that residents with concerns can check nortonma.org for updates and posted notices.
The town framed the tests as routine safety compliance overseen by the Norton Fire Department; no service interruptions beyond possible temporary water discoloration were specified.
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