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Millville three alarm church fire Millville, NJ. A devastating fire ripped through a 135 year old church on December 22nd and required three alarms. The Millville Fire Department (Station 30) was dispatched, at 12:00 p.m., to Third and Broad Streets for a commercial structure fire for smoke in the bell tower of the In His Presence Worship Center church. A second report from a firefighter on the scene reported smoke showing. Engine 3001 found heavy smoke showing from the bell tower of this old wood-frame building. AC Wettstein quickly called for a second alarm at 12:06 and a recall of off duty personnel. In addition to Millville’s 1st alarm assignment of E-3001, 3002, Ladder 3016, Rescue 3032 and Millville Rescue Squad, the 2nd alarm assignment brought L-3017, E-3003, Vineland E-22 to the scene and Laurel Lake E-1303 to cover Millville’s station. Vineland L-2 was special called. Flames were fanned of steady
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20 to 25 mph winds and higher gusts. E-3001’s crew established a water supply with a five inch line and stretched a two inch to the interior of the building, but could make no headway against the fast moving flames. Chief Kurt Hess ordered the crew to evacuate the building and called for a third alarm, bringing Gouldtown E-1501, Rosenhayn E2901, Vineland LT-1 and Laurel Lake E-1303 and Cumberland E2301 to cover Millville’s station. Shortly after the crew evacuated the building, the bell tower collapsed. Connected to the main structure was a newer one story masonry building used as a combination social hall and classrooms. Firefighters stretched several handlines into the structure and successfully fought to keep the flames from entering the building.
There were church members in the building at the time of the fire who managed to escape unharmed. At one time, there were three ladder pipes and two deluge guns flowing with several handlines. Chief Hess placed the fire under control at 3:17 with crews remaining on the scene until 7:44. About fifty firefighters with seven engines, four ladders and a rescue responded to the scene. The church sustained very heavy damage while the one story addition sustained heat and smoke damage only. No injuries were reported and the cause and origin is under investigation by the Millville fire and police departments, along with the County Prosecutor and Fire Marshall office’s and ATF. The Salvation Army canteen was on hand to provide food and drink to emergency personnel. - JOHN CARR
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Allendale donates to Toys for Tots Throughout the month of December the members of the department along with members of the community donated a new record amount of new gifts for less fortunate youngsters in the area. The Marine Corps Reserves Toys for Tots has allowed many more families with children to who cannot afford gifts this year to enjoy that special joy of a young child's smile after receiving a new toy. This year, we are proud to say that we beat last year’s record and collected 953 new toys for the donation drive!
KME and First Priority give back to Jersey Shore fire departments Under the banner of "Carbon County Helps Sea Bright & Local Area", KME First Apparatus and First Priority Emergency Vehicles mounted a major relief effort for Jersey Shore area fire departments and the residents of Sea Bright devasted by Hurricane Sandy. The effort was the brain child of KME Sales Engineer Kevin Steber, who recently worked with FPEV Sales Rep Jimmy Phillips on the engineering of Sea Bright's new KME pumper. As is usual with KME's individualized sales process, Kevin became friends with Sea Bright's Fire Chief Chad Murphy and was moved by the scenes of destruction in Sea Bright and the surrounding communities. "I am humbled to say that all started with me and my fiance' planning to take my Jeep full of stuff down to see Chad and the guys from SBFD. I simply placed that on my personal Facebook page and then, at the request of a friend, started a Facebook event just to see if someone would help me out. Well, to make a long story short, we were stunned with an overwhelming response with TV media and newspaper coverage." When KME learned of Kevin's efforts, they were moved to pitch in. John Kovatch IV, Director of Customer Service at KME noted, "At KME, it's not just about fire apparatus, its about relationships and this day was our way of giving back to the heroic firefighters at the Jersey Shore. When our employees found about our plan, they jumped in to participate. We did a courtesy PM on the hardest hit units, and developed punch lists of other items needing attention in the future when time allows." Jimmy Phillips, First Priority KME sales rep in the Monmouth/Ocean County area, arranged with Fred Migliaccio, Director of Long Branch DPW, to use their facility as a staging area. West Long Branch Chief Ron Guidetti helped schedule vehicles in for service to reduce out of service time and helped shuttle units back and
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forth from their stations. "This was an incredible effort on all parts, with more than 25 units fully serviced in less than eight hours. During a recent visit from New Orleans firefighters to our area, we learned from their experience in Hurricane Katrina the types of long term problems to expect with apparatus exposed to sea water and with KME's help, we tried to help our customers get ahead of the curve with these long term issues". On November 10th, PA State Police escorted a caravan of KME service units and Carbon County vehicles with nearly two full tractor trailer loads of donated goods for the citizens of Sea Bright. Off loading was a half day event by an army of Kevin Steber supporters, as well as local National Guard, OEM personnel, firefighters and first responders. Carbon County's efforts were welcomed personally by rock and roll legend Jon Bon Jovi, a local resident who has been active in relief efforts. Chief Murphy commented, "we can't thank Kevin, KME and First Priority enough. From the first moments of the storm, they have been here for the department and our citizens. Pretty much everything in our town was wiped out and it is nice to know these people don't just want our business, they are friends for life". First Priority President Bob Freeman noted, "It really is an honor to pitch in and help our friends in times of disaster. Frankly, unless you have been here personally, you can't get the true sense of the magnitude of destruction or the sense of loss these communities are going through. It will be a long road back, but First Priority intends to be there for our customers for the long haul". To view more about KME's efforts in Sea Bright and how you can contribute to the continuing relief efforts, check them out on You Tube.
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In memory of those who gave all 1st Responder Newspaper honors and remembers emergency responders lost in the line of duty North Carolina: John McClelland Hall, 48
Rank: Deputy Fire Marshal Incident Date:11/3/2012 Death Date: 11/7/2012 Fire Department: Bladen County Emergency Services Fire Dept. Info: Emergency Services Director Bradley Kinlaw Initial Summary: Deputy Fire Marshal Hall responded to and actively participated in fighting a fire in the Carvers Creek Community. He was also the primary investigator of the fire. During the incident, Hall fell ill and was put on bed rest. Several days later, he was taken to the hospital where he passed away from a heart related cause.
North Carolina: Walter M. Summerville III, 55
Rank: Fire Chief Incident Date:11/6/2012 Death Date: 11/7/2012 Fire Department: Kernersville Fire Rescue Department Fire Dept. Info: Interim Fire Chief Terry Crouse Initial Summary: Fire Chief Summerville responded with his fire department to a triple shooting incident. Near the end of the incident, Summerville complained to fellow firefighters that he didn’t feel well and went to sit in one of the department vehicles while the incident finished up. The following day while at work, Chief Summerville complained again to coworkers that he still did not feel well and departed work early for home. A short time later, Summerville was discovered by a family member passed away from an apparent heart attack.
Michigan: John T. Sayles, 38 Rank: Captain Incident Date: 11/13/2012 Death Date: 11/14/2012 Fire Department: Pentwater Fire Department Fire Dept. Info: Terry Cluchey Initial Summary: Fire Captain Sayles responded with his fire department to a working residential structure fire. Fewer than twenty-four hours later, Sayles was at home when he experienced chest pain and difficulty breathing. Emergency assistance was summoned and he was transported to the hospital. After being evaluated and while being transported to a second hospital for surgery to repair an aortic aneurysm, it ruptured, resulting in Captain Sayles death. Pennsylvania: Chris Good, 36
Rank: Captain Incident Date: 11/21/2012 Death Date: 11/22/2012 Fire Department: Good Will Fire Company Fire Dept. Info: Dale McClure Initial Summary: Captain Good died of possible cardiac arrest within 24 hours of working an active house fire in West Goshen Township.
Rhode Island: David M. Mowbray, 52 Rank: Captain Incident Date: 02/05/2012 Death Date: 11/24/2012 Fire Department: North Kingstown Fire Department Fire Dept. Info: Fenwick Gardiner Initial Summary: Captain Mowbray passed away at home after being taken to the hospital and treated for a broken back injury suffered while he was at the scene of an emergency medical call earlier in the year. Pennsylvania:
Michael Martin, 51 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: 11/27/2012 Death Date: 11/27/2012 Fire Department: PPL Susquehanna LLC Fire Dept. Info: Pending Initial Summary: Firefighter Martin passed away while participating in a first responder training program at the Luzerne County Community College Public Safety Training Institute. Martin, an employee of PPL Susquehanna, was employed at the PPL nuclear power plant in Salem Township and was part of the company's on-site fire brigade. During a SCBA portion of the training, Martin required medical assistance. The on-site trainer began to administer CPR and a college official called 911. An ambulance transported Firefighter Martin to Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center where he succumbed to his injury. Investigation into the incident continues by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
Illinois: Timothy P. Jansen, Jr., 45 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: 12/02/2012 Death Date: 12/02/2012 Fire Department: Santa Fe Fire Protection District Fire Dept. Info: Adam Maue Initial Summary: Firefighter Jansen was struck and killed by a fire truck at the scene of a house fire. Jansen was on the first fire apparatus to arrive at scene and was standing outside the vehicle when he was hit. Firefighter Jansen was taken to St. Joseph's Hospital in Breese, where he passed away from his injuries. Texas:
Jalen Smith, 20 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: 11/30/2012 Death Date: 12/03/2012 Fire Department: Jackson Heights Volunteer Fire Department Fire Dept. Info: M. Terence Thompson Initial Summary: Enroute to the firehouse in response to a tractor accident in the area, Firefighter Smith was riding in a personally owned vehicle that according to preliminary reports was forced to take evasive action and crashed. Three members of Jackson Heights Fire Department were involved in the single vehicle rollover and all were taken to the hospital. Smith passed away from injuries sustained during the rollover; he was reported to have been ejected from the vehicle. The other two firefighters were treated and released the night of the accident.
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Flatscreens saved in Hackensack Fourteen residents were able to safely evacuate themselves and two flatscreen TVs before the arrival of firefighters as a two alarm fire struck their home on December 10. Hackensack recently instituted an upgraded initial response when deemed appropriate. That additional manpower proved useful when they were dispatched to 236 Johnson Ave. at about 6:40 a.m. Four engines, one truck and the
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rescue arrived to find heavy smoke venting from a two and a half story frame dwelling. Two lines were stretched as members attempted to find the seat of the fire. The truck company attempted to raise the stick to the roof, but was blocked by tree branches. Ground ladders were
used and a skylight was taken out. “Collier’s Mansion” conditions and heavy smoke made the searches and attack difficult. Eventually the fire was found in the rear of the first floor and quickly knocked down with minimal damage to the structure. The fire was placed under control in about a half hour. The cause is believed to be electrical.
Deptford Township, NJ. On December 8, 2012, Deptford Fire Department and Wenonah were dispatched to 344 Ogden Rd. for an all hands dwelling off the initial dispatch. Engine 912 arrived and reported a two story single family dwelling with heavy fire from division A and began operating a two and a half inch line. The box was filled bringing in a RIT team, BLS and utilities. Companies operated and had the fire under control in 30 minutes. A Deptford fire marshal official was on scene for the investigation. This was the second all hands fire in the Oak Valley section of the town in two days.
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Seconds mattered where lives were saved in Jersey City UPS & DOWNS Notes from Ron Jeffers
“Fifteen seconds more and these people would have succumbed to their injuries-perished in the fire,” said Jersey City Fire Director Armando Roman concerning a fire at 197 Martin Luther King Drive three days after Sandy struck, leaving the area without power and in darkness. Numerous police units were in this area to enforce a curfew imposed due to Hurricane Sandy. A fire broke out in the three-story building around 10:40 p.m., November 1st, while a woman, her three year old son and her ten year old nephew were sleeping on the top floor and Andre Hines and another family member were playing cards on the second floor. When a smoke alarm went off on the third floor, Hines ran upstairs and opened a door and flames and heat flashed over him. He suffered burns to his face and body, officials said. The ten year old boy ran to safety. A full assignment was transmitted for Box 721 and as fire companies were responding, they received a radio report from the police of residents trapped. Police officers patrolling the area ran in and found Hines unconscious on the third floor and carried him out of the building. Ladder Co. 8 arrived and confirmed a working fire with heavy smoke showing. Captain Rick Rodriguez and his crew took the front of the building and set up the aerial ladder for roof operations. Captain Terrance McGee of Engine Co. 8 and his crew stretched the initial attack line into the building and learned of the victim removed by police officers and occupants still on the third floor. There were police officers leaving the building, overcome by smoke. Captain McGee reached the third floor and saw the apartment door open and fire inside. His crew was still in the process of making a long stretch to the fire floor, so the captain entered the apartment without the protection of a charged hose line. Through banking down smoke and low visibility, Captain McGee located a mother and child unconscious in bed. He radioed this information to 2nd Battalion Chief James Drennan. Conditions were deteriorating rapidly. He grabbed the child in his arms and pulled the mother through the fire room and toward the entry point. He was met by incoming members including Captain Rodriguez and his crew, Firefighters Mike Seyler, Mike Anzivino, Mike Quiles and Matthew Ostrowski. They took charge of removing the mother. Captain McGee came out with the child. The boy was burned and in respiratory distress. EMT's started CPR on the victim immediately. The mother was burned, but breathing on her own, according to officials. Engine Co. 8 members confined
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Members of the F.D.J.C. that were part of a life saving team on November 1st are L-R: Captains Terrance McGee and Rick Rodriguez, and Firefighters Dexter Smith, Mike Berth, Mike Anzivino, John Amato, Michael Quiles, Mike Seyler, Matt Ostrowski, Brian Roach and Jeff Onysko.
and extinguished the fire, while protecting Ladder 8's crew with the rescue of the woman. The Engine 8 crew consisted of Firefighters Mike Berth, Dexter Smith and Jeff Onysko. All three victims were rushed to Jersey City Medical Center, where they were stabilized before being transported to the Burn Center at Saint Barnabas in Livingston. They were all recovering from their injuries officials said. A pet cat was also rescued. Officials believe that lit candles caused the fire during the blackout. DOWNS: North Hudson Engine 5 was involved in a MVA at 49th St. and Bergenline Ave., Union City, on December 2nd while responding to an alarm. UPS: The Forest Grove Volunteer Fire Company in Vineland received a $108,063 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG). DOWNS: A 41 year old Lakewood man died, but eight others escaped safely from a dwelling fire on Lanes Mills Rd., December 1st. UPS: Cape May area firefighters rescued a man trapped in a bilge hatch at the South Jersey Marina, December 5th. Fred Collins was working in the bilge space aboard a recreational vessel and when he tried to back out of the space he became stuck in an approximately two foot by two foot access hatch, officials said. City firefighters took the lead in the incident, while Coast Guard, Town Bank and other Cape May firefighters conducted air monitoring and extracted the victim from the hatch. Collins was treated by Lower Township EMS at the scene. DOWNS: Fire consumed homes on First Ave. in already hard hit Manasquan on December 5th. Twelve
homes were damaged, with two totally destroyed. UPS: Firefighters around the state are distributing new, warm winter coats to elementary school aged children in need, through the Professional Firefighters Association of New Jersey. In connection with Firefighters Coats for Kids, a division of Operation Warm, coats were delivered to firefighters for distribution in December. Representatives from North Plainfield, Asbury Park, Jersey City, Union City, North Bergen, West New York, Guttenberg, Weehawken and Brigantine were part of the distribution. DOWNS: A fire tore through a three story mixed occupancy building in downtown Orange, December 7th, displacing approximately 40 people at 214 Main Street. UPS: Mahwah Company 4 firefighters are able to access the App while responding thanks to donations made at a pancake breakfast held at the Chili's Restaurant in Ramsey last year. There was enough money to buy two iPads for the rigs and Company 4 Battalion Chief Chris Konash outfitted them with “Codes.” Besides the usual paperwork, they also feature detailed mapping with information such as hydrant maps and pre-plan information. DOWNS: Union Beach's firehouses were badly damaged by Sandy. The buildings are standing, but almost everything inside, including walls, needs to be replaced, according to Chief Robert LaBerta. The department is looking for items such as sheet rock, insulation, water heaters, furnaces, baseboard heating, computers, etc. The UBFD has established a disaster relief fund through
which people can make donations. Send checks made out to the UBFD to Union Beach Fire Department, 650 Poole Ave., Union Beach, N.J. 07735. For additional information or to find out how to donate supplies email Chief LaBerta at UBFD6566@gmail.com. UPS: Point Pleasant Beach Borough firefighters received a check for $1,379 from the Rock-N-Relief fundraiser that was held on December 8th at the Idle Hour. Fire officials accepted the check from Mark Sroka and Fred Capolongo, co-founders and managing partners of Rock-N-Relief. Fire department president James Can Demark said the money may be used for firehouse roof repair or help pay to repair the department's Zodiac boat which was damaged during Sandy. DOWNS: A townhouse fire in Howell on December 7th was held to a single unit, but a 62 year old resident was in critical condition as a result of the blaze. Adelphia Fire Chief Brian Prochnow said that his firefighters arrived at the Mariners Cove building, rescued the victim and extinguished the fire with assistance from nearby fire companies. The victim was taken to St. Barnabas Burn Center in Livingston. UPS: In West Milford, members of the Greenwood Forest Fire Company conducted a drive for supplies for people in shore towns whose lives were devastated by Hurricane Sandy. Spokesperson Michael Blondin said, “We collected a large amount of everything that we asked for.” During the drive, a local fire gutted four units at Strengthen Our Sister's women's shelter and 17 people were displaced and lost everything they had in the fire, according to Blondin. Because of
the generosity of local residents, the fire company volunteers were able to open the Greenwood Forest firehouse to help them with some clothes and basic supplies. Local firefighters and their families still had enough supplies to fill donated trucks and a trailer and, on December 8th, they left town to take items to people at the shore with the first stop in Seaside Heights. DOWNS: Firefighters battled a seven alarm fire in a commercial building at 7th and Court Streets, Elizabeth, on December 18th. The building contained an auto and trailer repair business. Fire companies from throughout Union County and Newark operated at the scene and FDNY units from Staten Island re-located into the city. UPS: The Voorhees Fire Department will receive a $333,890 SAFER grant to hire more firefighters. DOWNS: A 32 year old woman and her three year old son and pet dog were killed as a result of a fire at their Church Avenue home in Scotch Plains on December 18th. After investigating the fire, officials said the mother was enmeshed in a custody dispute and locked her son, family dog and herself in a bedroom and set the room ablaze. She doused rags with an accelerant and then lit a match, Police Chief Brian Mahoney said. UPS: Trenton will receive a $14.9 million SAFER grant-enough to save the jobs of 55 firefighters facing layoffs and hire nine more. The city closed three companies in 2002. - continued on page 12
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Orange blaze destroys century old building A four alarm fire tore through a hundred year old building in Downtown Orange on December 7th, leaving up to forty people homeless and ruining two businesses. At about 1:30 a.m., Orange firefighters were dispatched to 214 Main Street for a report of fire. On arrival, a second alarm was transmitted for smoke and fire venting out of a first floor nail salon with occupants still inside the building. Firefighters safely removed them from the apartments and the fire escapes with no serious injuries. The heavy fire in the nail salon was knocked down in about fifteen minutes, but heavy smoke was issuing from the rest of the structure. Shortly thereafter a chief in the rear reported heavy fire out of four windows and the decision was made to go defen-
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sive. A third alarm was sounded, followed by a fourth. A Millburn tower and the Orange stick put elevated master streams in operation in the front of the building with handlines. In the rear, Montclair put a ladder pipe to work with several lines to hold the fire to the original building. Flames eventually made it into the cockloft of the D exposure before the fire was able to be placed under control. The displaced residents were taken to a local school for shelter. Two firefighters were reported to have received minor injuries. The cause of the fire is under investigation. - BILL TOMPKINS
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RON JEFFERS
Fire prevention poster winners in Fairview Fairview, NJ. The fire department and Fire Prevention Bureau sponsored its annual Fire Prevention Poster contest this fall, with the 2012 theme being, “Have two ways out.” Eligible were all borough third grade students. In addition, this year the third grade students from Our Lady of Grace School also participated. The posters were placed on display in the council chambers at Borough Hall for the December 4th meeting. Winners, along with their parents and teachers were in attendance. Fire Official John Mesisca and Fire Inspector Patrick Buglione presented the trophies to the winning students to start the meeting with the mayor and council. The posters will be on display at the public library for more residents to admire. All participants were hon-
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ored with a pizza party at their schools with firefighters. Grand prize winners received a ride on a fire truck through town and a class trophy. When the ride on a fire tuck was mentioned at the meeting, students cheered with approval. Mrs. Tarabokija's third grade class at Public School No. 3 won first place for their poster submitted by Briana Soto, Krystal Ibrahim, Evelyn Aquejay Aguin, Tinerra Bradley, Ata Erdal and Alex Umanzor. Ms. Verbitski's third grade class from Our Lady of Grace School received first place honors submitted by Gia Tarquini. - RON JEFFERS
KEITH ADDIE
Franklin Township battles blaze in strip mall Somerset, NJ. Welsh Farms at the Hamilton Plaza strip mall in Franklin Township was completely destroyed after a raging fire ripped through the entire store, reducing it to a pile of rubble. Firefighters responded to 752 Hamilton St. around 8:15 a.m. on December 10, 2012, after the owner of the store reported a fire inside the store. Franklin Township police found heavy black smoke pouring from the storefront. Officers immediately confirmed that the store was empty and started to evacuate the adjoining businesses in the mall. The store was engulfed in flames when the fire department arrived. Heavy fire was blowing out the front plate glass windows and starting to quickly consume the wood-truss roof. Firefighters battled the intense flames from the exterior with two-two and a half inch hand lines through the front of the
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store. Additional master streams were set up including a deck and a ladder pipe to help knock down the heavy fire. The fire engulfed the entire lightweight constructed roof, causing a catastrophic collapse into the structure within 20 minutes. Firefighters continued to flow water onto the pile of smoldering debris caused by the collapse for approximately two hours until a demolition crew arrived on scene to dismantle the building and allow access to hard to reach areas. Once the exterior wall was taken down by a backhoe, firefighters were able to enter the structure to overhaul and extinguish remaining hot spots. The owner was the only one inside the store at the time of the fire and was able to escape with no in-
juries. Welsh Farms suffered significant fire damage and was deemed a total loss, while some of the adjoining businesses sustained significant smoke and water damage, but will be able to remain in business. More than 50 firefighters from Community, East Franklin, Elizabeth Avenue, Millstone Valley, Somerset, New Brunswick, North Brunswick, Bound Brook and South Bound Brook responded to battle the three alarm blaze. Medical monitoring and rehabilitation was provided by Robert Wood Johnson, Hillsborough and Somerville Emergency Medical Services. The cause of the fire is being investigated by the Franklin Township Fire Prevention Bureau, but appears to be accidental in nature. - KEITH ADDIE
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DOWNS: At 2:04 a.m. on December 30th, members of Elizabeth Engine Co. 6 radioed dispatch that their apparatus was on fire inside of the Catherine St. firehouse and to dispatch a full assignment. Some city fire companies were tied up operating at a multiple-alarm fire in Hillside at the time. Engine 6 reported that they could not get to their turn-out gear. The fire ex-
tended to the building and a second alarm was struck. UPS: A collection of dispatchers, police officers and firefighters took time early Christmas morning to save the holiday for the Lindenwold family of Cynthia Recarte and Carlos Hernandez. The couple's apartment was broken into and ransacked on Christmas Eve when the two were at a relative's house with their twin 4-year-old girls and 2-year-old son. Dispatcher Jeannie Moore and
P.O. Joe Tomasetti launched a lastminute toy drive. Police officers from Bellmawr and Stratford and firefighters from Westmont scrambled to pick up toys that were delivered on Christmas morning. DOWNS: An East Rutherford assistant chief's vehicle was involved in a MVA on Paterson Plank Road near Route 17 on December 15th while responding to a confirmed fire. There were two civilian injuries. BILL TOMPKINS
Another Paterson second alarm
RON JEFFERS
An East Rutherford assistant chief's vehicle was involved in a MVA on Paterson Plank Road while responding to a fire on December 15th.
A second two alarm fire in as many days struck the City of Paterson on December 22nd, leaving more homeless before Christmas. The fire, which started about 1:00 a.m., was in a large two and a half story frame dwelling at 83 Carroll St. First due fire units pulled up to heavy smoke pushing from the second floor and attic area with a report of people trapped. As searches were made and lines stretched, heavy fire vented out the rear second floor and extended up. A second alarm was transmitted and as flames took hold of the attic, all members were withdrawn and operations went defen-
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sive. One ladder pipe, one deck gun and several outside lines were placed in service as the fire slowly worked it’s way forward, burning off the roof as it went. Eventually, most of the roof was consumed and the intensity of the fire subsided. Companies re-entered the building to hit hot spots and overhaul. The fire was able to be placed under control in about two hours. No serious injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation. - BILL TOMPKINS
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Rahway handles early morning vehicle fires Rahway, NJ - Firefighters were dispatched on December 26, 2012 around 7:00 a.m. for a reported vehicle fire on Audrey Dr. Engine 5 and Truck 10 arrived on scene and found a well involved vehicle with extension to a second. A hand line was stretched off of Engine 5 and advanced towards the burning vehicles as tires were exploding, sending pieces of the vehicles flying through the air. The fire was extinguished within ten minutes and crews wrapped up shortly after. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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Former Moonachie Engine 802, a 1955 Oren engine arrives in Nameless.
Small TN department gives back Within the sparsely populated rolling hills of Mid-Tennessee lies the small, notorious community of Nameless in Jackson County, a backwoods community of several hundred residents. This peculiar name origins remain an intriguing focus of writers, who visit the area. Tucked away within the community’s homes and businesses is its unimposing three bay fire station, an operation consisting of fewer than ten men. Organized on the heels of community tragedy and obstacles, the Nameless volunteers are no strangers to adversity. It was no surprise that those from this small department stepped forward to lend their unwavering support to old friends in the Moonachie Fire Department. For those involved in Nameless, it was a favor long owed to a department that inadvertently became the catalyst for the Jackson County fire service of today. Founding Nameless member and former New Jersey native, Don Chinoy, remembers watching the television images in shock on the evening Hurricane Sandy lashed NJ and the NY tri-state area. Amid the scenes of devastating flooding, a community name stood out, Moonachie, a small borough within the Hackensack River watershed. The borough’s levee protection against rising flood waters of the Hackensack had failed during the height of the storm, inundating the community with flood waters of four to five feet, including its fire station. With Moonachie’s first responders already out answering calls and determined to help community members in dire need of assistance, little was able to be salvaged as the rushing waters destroyed much of its equipment. From bunker gear to utility vehicles, the Moonachie Fire Department suddenly found itself in a position of limited resources and equipment. Within days Chinoy and others from Nameless established a fundraising effort. Roughly twenty five years prior, it had been Chinoy and the original members of Nameless who had been faced with a similar situation. Faced with back to back devastating fire events, the destruction of a barn and a fatal house fire nearby, Chinoy and other transplant residents of the community came together to organize a fire service solution with next to no funding or available equipment. As Chinoy worked fire department contacts looking for old equip-
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ment, the donations quickly began to pile up. In 1990, the Moonachie Fire Department changed the Jackson County fire service landscape. Chinoy described a breakthrough deal in northern New Jersey, “One of (the apparatus dealers) was trying to sell Moonachie some equipment and mentioned (our situation) to them, about being a place to give their old engine since they were running out of room. This salesman contacted me and I had my dad who lived in Union go up and talk to them.” A deal was penned to send the first, full-size regulation engine to Jackson County. Amid fanfare on both sides of the deal, the Tennessee Air National Guard agreed to transport the engine from Teterboro Airport to Nashville. The Moonachie engine represented the first real legitimate piece of fire equipment for the county and the foundation for future efforts. The Jackson County fire council was able to arrange several more regulation size apparatus donations. Despite these apparatus being well aged they quickly began anew in the south, far improvements from the pickup truck platforms of year’s past. Departments in the area remained grossly underfunded, yet remain formidable. Today, Nameless as well as other departments in the area operate brandnew engines purchased through community donations and increasing Homeland Security and Forestry grant programs. A long road has brought Jackson County and the Nameless volunteers to their current state, but in the minds of many, the journey began with Moonachie’s 1955 engine. Looking back, Chinoy said the generosity to donate such a meaningful piece of apparatus only made his resolve to raise funds for Moonachie stronger. The Nameless Fire Department efforts to raise funds for Moonachie and its members are amid the many created by departments to assist in getting the department and its firefighters back on their feet. One check has already been presented to Moonachie and efforts for more continue. - MATT HODGE
JOHN W. CARR
Firefighters battle a fire in a single family dwelling
Occupants of Vineland dwelling fire escape safely Vineland, NJ – Just before 5:00 p.m., on December 19th, Stations 6 and 3 along with Vineland EMS were dispatched to a dwelling fire in the 1100 block of Old Lake Road. Responding were Engines 31, 33, 61, Tower 6 and an ambulance. While companies were enroute, the Cumberland County 911 center received an additional call reporting a working fire. Department Chief Robert Pagnini ordered the all-hands. This brought companies from Vineland Stations 1 and 4 and Gloucester County Stations 43-4 (Malaga) and 48-1 (Newfield). En-
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gine 42 was assigned RIT duties. Engine 31 found heavy smoke showing from a split level woodframe dwelling. E-31’s crew stretched a one and three quarter inch line through the front door. E-61 supplied E-31 with a five inch line to a hydrant. It was determined that the fire was located in the basement so a second one and three quarter inch line was pulled and taken through the rear door into the basement. Crews quickly knocked down the
fire as exterior crews opened up. The fire was placed under control at 5:33 p.m. The occupants had been at home at the time of the fire and managed to safely escape. There was heavy fire damage to the basement area of origin and heavy heat and smoke damage throughout the remainder of the house. In all, 25 firefighters responded to the alarm. The Southern Shore Chapter of the Red Cross provided assistance to the three adult occupants. - JOHN CARR
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RON JEFFERS
In 2012, the Oakland Fire Department transformed their former 1983 Ford SCUBA truck into a special operations unit and re-lettered the truck. Plus, it was painted black with a red stripe.
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Five Hurricane Sandy damaged homes burn in Manasquan Five homes along the Jersey Shore were damaged in an early morning fire that occurred along First Avenue between Pompano Avenue and Brielle Road in Manasquan Borough. Firefighters from Manasquan Fire Department, as well as Brielle, Spring Lake Heights and South Wall responded and operated for several hours. Firefighters did an outstanding job protecting the neighboring homes, which are in many cases only separated by narrow alleyways which allow access to the beach. The fire is under investigation by Manasquan officials and the Monmouth County Fire Marshal's office.
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Multiple alarm fire leaves 20 homeless in Paterson At around 4:15 a.m. on December 28, 2012, Paterson fire alarm office received calls for a house fire at 16 Michigan Ave. Due a previous multiple alarm fire at 518 East 35th St., mutual aid units covering Paterson fire stations responded to the Michigan Ave. assignment. Upon arrival, companies found heavy fire showing in the attic of a two and a half story wood frame dwelling at 16 Michigan Ave and it was exposing the adjacent home at #18. A second alarm was transmitted, bringing Paterson fire companies that were being released from
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the first fire. Several handlines were stretched to the attic and companies began an aggressive interior attack, but were forced to withdraw and go to defensive operations due to heavy fire conditions and a steady wind, which was spreading the fire. Multiple master streams were used to extinguish the fire as well as several handlines operating from the exposure building. The fire took about one hour to bring under con-
trol. Both 16 and 18 Michigan Ave. suffered heavy damage from the fire. It was reported that 20 people were left homeless from the fire. Thankfully, all occupants escaped the blaze without injury. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Paterson Fire Department. Mutual aid units from Saddle Brook, Montclair, Little Falls and Fairlawn Rescue responded on the first alarm. Box 54 Canteen and Rehab Unit from Teaneck was also on scene. - ADAM ALBERTI
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MVC sends one to trauma center A little After 8 a.m., Eagleswood Fire Department Station 52 and Parkertown Station 70 were toned out for an MVC on Route 9. The call came in as a one car MVC with rollover. A patient was trapped for a little before being extracted by the companies on scene. The patient was then transported to Station 52, where SouthStar met them. The patient was loaded into the medivac and transported to ACRMC Trauma Center for unknown injuries.
JOHN M. MALECKY
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RV fire in Flanders KEITH ADDIE
Flanders, NJ - A quick thinking neighbor doused a fire in the RV next to his in Flanders. The fire coming through the vent on the roof was knocked down with a garden hose. Firefighters from Flanders and Budd Lake checked for extension.
Three alarm fire tears through Garwood home Garwood, NJ. A fast moving fire tore through a large two family residence on November 13, 2012, leaving the majority of the home destroyed and two families displaced. The Garwood Fire Department responded to 304 Center St. at 11:56 p.m. for a reported fire in the rear of the home. Upon arrival, the back of the house was engulfed in flames and quickly spread to the second floor and roof. Firefighters stretched several hand lines and attempted an aggressive offensive attack, but were driven back by the intense heat. Conditions started to deteriorate quickly and all personnel were evacuated from the building. Several exterior hand lines and a ladder pipe were set up to operate from a defensive mode. Exterior hose streams flowed
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Long Branch knocks down blaze at vacant commercial building On Monday, November 26, a fire was reported on the rooftop of a vacant commercial building off Broadway, next to the old Siperstein's building. Long Branch firefighters were quick to respond, but had to locate the seat of the fire, which was ultimately accessed through the outside rear of the building, off Belmont Avenue. Mutual aid from several towns including Deal, Monmouth Beach, Asbury Park and Neptune were on scene. There were no injuries reported. Several streets were closed during the incident including a section of Broadway and Belmont Avenue. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Long Branch Fire Bureau.
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through windows and into the roof of the home until the bulk of the fire was extinguished around 2:00 a.m. The fire was declared under control a short time after. Extensive overhaul was carefully conducted in the heavily damaged home to ensure all hot spots were extinguished. The home suffered severe damage throughout, including a complete roof collapse. All the floors were gutted, leaving nothing but charred remains. The flames were so intense that a vehicle in the driveway ignited and two neighboring houses suffered significant heat damage. The two neighboring houses were evacuated immediately due to the close
proximity and volume of fire on arrival. All of the residents, including adults, children and several pets were able to escape unharmed after the smoke detectors in their home alerted them of the fire. Assistance is being provided to find shelter for the two families. There were no reported civilian or firefighter injuries at the scene. Mutual aid fire departments from Clark, Cranford, Westfield, Elizabeth, Scotch Plains, Kenilworth, Fanwood and Springfield assisted at the scene and covered the town during the incident. The cause of the fire is under investigation, but it appears to have started on the rear deck of the first floor. The cause is being ruled as accidental pending further investigation. - KEITH ADDIE
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RON JEFFERS
Former Maplewood Truck 3-1's 1999 Seagrave 1000-gpm/100-foot quint is now part of the Bergen County Fire Academy's loaner fleet, and it is currently being used by the Moonachie Fire Department while all of their front-line rigs are being evaluated after being damaged as a result of Sandy.
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MIKE ROCK
Heavy entrapment on bridge On December 9th at approximately 12:50 p.m.,Task Force 90, Rescue 906 and Rescue 301 along with Station 909 and medic’s were dispatched to the Burlington Bristol Bridge for a report of a traffic accident with entrapment. Ambulance 9091 reported a two vehicle MVA midspan on the bridge with two patients heavily entrapped. Battalion Chief 9003 requested an additional rescue due to the nature of the incident, bringing Rescue 1699. Rescue 3018 immediately went to work stabilizing the vehicle as well as using multiple hydraulic rescue tools to
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extricate the patients. Rescues 9068 and 1699 sent their manpower forward to assist with the extensive extrication. The crews worked as a team to free both patients, assisted with patient packaging and the patients were turned over to BLS. All were transported to a local trauma center,and units cleared the scene at approximately 2:00 p.m. - MIKE ROCK
DAVE VELEZ
The 25th annual George Welch Award at the North Hudson Christmas Wrapping Party was presented to Firefighter Dominick Mario (third from left) by Phyllis Welch and James Lemke (right) as Firefighters Stefan Vassallo, Ron Zampella and Robert Morrison look on in rear.
Annual toy drive inspired by firefighter This year North Hudson kept an ongoing tradition which started 25 years ago with the North Bergen Fire Department. They held their Annual Toy Drive for Hospitalized Children, which was inspired by Firefighter George Welch. George was visiting Firefighter James Lemke’s daughter, who was one of many children hospitalized during Christmas. George wanted to find a way to lift their spirits.
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Sadly, George passed away a few years later. In memory of George, the George Welch Award was created. His inspiration helped it grow to what it is today. The George Welch Award is given to one person (fire person or civilian) who is recognized for their support, ded-
ication or uplifting spirit that keeps this event strong. This year we are proud to honor Dominick Marino with the George Welch Award. In recognition of our 25th Anniversary we presented Mrs. Phyllis Welch, mother of George Welch, a plaque honoring and acknowledging George for spearheading this meaningful event. - DAVE VELEZ
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East Franklin Fire Chief Dan Krushinski responds to fires is a 2011 Chevy Tahoe
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In Deptford, the Blackwood Terrace Fire Company used this 1959 GMC 750-gpm/1500-gwt apparatus.
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East Franklin Deputy Chief Tom Cicerale answers alarms in a 2007 Dodge Durango.
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The East Franklin officer's duty car is a 1998 Ford sedan that saw original duty as a police car.
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East Franklin Utility 27 is a 2005 Chevy Suburban that was originally a chief's vehicle.
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Fire in private dwelling in Long Branch Firefighters in the City of Long Branch responded to 85 Berry Place and quickly knocked down a fire on the second floor of a private dwelling on November 13, 2012. There were no injuries on scene.
Firefighter appreciation event held at Met Life Stadium On November 22, 2012, firefighters from Carlstadt, East Rutherford, Little Ferry, Moonachie and Silverton took part in the First Responders Appreciation event held at Met Life Stadium during the Jets versus Patriots game. The event was organized to recognize a few local fire departments, who were very active during Hurricane Sandy. The towns of Moonachie and Little Ferry were hit very hard by the storm, with both of those towns fire departments suffering great losses of their firehouses and equipment. During the storm, the neighboring towns of Carlstadt and East Rutherford were very active in supporting their brothers during their time of need. During the event held at Met Life Stadium, the members in attendance ran out of the Jets locker room tunnel onto the field and took part in holding the American Flag presented during the National Anthem.
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JAMES BESSEMER
A truck carrying chickens reared-end a second truck.
Truck collision causes fowl commute Allamuchy, NJ. On December 28th, Allamuchy firefighters were alerted at 3:20 a.m. for a reported MVA on Interstate 80 involving two tractor trailers. Upon arrival of first due units, firefighters found one truck rearended a second, causing massive damage to the one rig. As 91-91 established command, firefighters began sizing up the scene and found that the driver was able to self-extricate himself before arrival. At the same time, a large diesel fuel spill was discovered, prompting the dispatch of Warren County HAZMAT. As firefighters set up a dike for the diesel spill, state police began
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checking out the cargo of the trailers. It was found that while one truck was empty, the other was carrying a full load of live chickens. EMS tended to three individuals at the scene, transporting two to area hospitals. A dog was also found in the damaged rig alive, but with injuries. He was transported to Newton Animal Hospital by NJSP. The accident is under investigation by NJSP. - JAMES BESSEMER
KEITH ADDIE
Heavy fire causes roof collapse at Elizabeth house fire Elizabeth, NJ. Firefighters had their hands full battling a fouralarm fire that ripped through two floors and the roof of a large two and a half story wood-frame dwelling, causing heavy structural damage to the rear of the home. The Elizabeth Fire Department responded just before 12:00 p.m. on January 2, 2013 to 235 Marshall St. for a reported house fire. Upon arrival, heavy fire was consuming the first and second floors in the rear and extending to the attic. Several hand lines were stretched and searches were conducted on all floors with negative results. The bulk of the fire was darkened on all floors within 20 min-
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utes, but heavy smoke continued to pour from the walls and the eaves. Crews vented the roof and started to open up walls and ceilings as fire traveled the void spaces. Flames started to show on the “C” and “D” side of the building and through the roof, causing the rear structural members to weaken and collapse. Exterior hand lines were used to darken the fire and allow firefighters to enter the building to extinguish remaining fire. All visible fire was extinguished in approximately an hour
and was placed under control shortly after around 1:15 p.m. Extensive overhaul was required in the attic and the rear of the home due to the heavy fire damage and roof collapse. Union and Hillside Fire Departments were summoned to the scene to assist, while additional fire departments from Union County covered the city during the incident. There were no reported firefighter or civilian injuries at the scene. The cause of the fire is being investigated by Elizabeth fire officials. - KEITH ADDIE
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Mantua Township Fire District swears in new firefighter Mantua Township, NJ - On December 6, 2012, the Mantua Township Board of Fire Commissioners swore in Daniel Hauss as the district's newest career firefighter/mechanic. Dan served as a volunteer and captain for the fire district. Members, family, and friends were there for his swearing in.
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City Service Hook & Ladder Trucks and Quads By Walter P. McCall Available from: FSP Books & Videos, 188 Central Street, Hudson, MA 01749-1330. 1-800-522-8528 www.fire-police-ems.com , Email: support@fire-policeems.com Price: $32.95 This is a soft cover Iconografix book measuring 8 inches by 10 inches and has 126 pages. The author is well known as a dedicated apparatus buff and I can personally testify that he is one of the most knowledgeable in the subject of fire trucks and their histories.
As many know, the difference between quads and city service trucks by definition is that the name, “quad” is short for “quadruple combination” meaning that the vehicle specifically had a rated pump, a hosebed, a water tank and a full complement of ground ladders. It fit between a triple combination and a quintuple combination apparatus. A triple did not have a full complement of ground ladders and a quint was a quad with the addition of an aerial device. Many apparatus called quints today do not meet the strict definition. City service trucks customarily only carried ground ladders, but there were some that had a chemical tank (soda acid and water solution) and one on page 89 has a 500 gpm front mounted pump. The book has a chapter on the principle builders of these trucks followed by seven chapters stemming from the early years and into the 1970’s and beyond. There is an interesting color section from page
113 through 126. The early quads were distinguishable by their long bodies due to many ladders being one piece. When more ladder lengths became available with one or more extension sections, is when the more modern quads assumed the lengths of pumpers and it was not easy to distinguish a quad from a pumper unless one went to the rear to discover the ladder complement. However, if a fire department still wanted to have a single, long section ladder as part of the inventory, then a modern day quad may well be made in the extended body fashion. It is interesting to note how long some cities continued to use city service ladder trucks. You can find out by reading the book. The photo gallery, which is most of the book is exceptional and many interesting apparatus. In my opinion, a Walt McCall book sells itself so I will simply attest to buying one and not being disappointed. - JOHN MALECKY
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Carlstadt receives donation of life saving equipment At the Borough of Carlstadt’s monthly council meeting held on November 19th, the Carlstadt Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary made a special presentation to the fire department. Ladies President Andrea Ruff, Vice-President Sue Bartlett and Treasurer Sue Cabri were on hand to present an automated external defibrillator (AED) as well as two pet oxygen masks. Carlstadt Fire Chief Dan Eckert, Engine Company 2 Captain Mike Norling and Lieutenant John Harr were in attendance to accept these valuable life saving tools. The AED unit will now allow for each of the department’s apparatus to be equipped with an AED and the pet masks will allow firefighters to administer oxygen to pets, who are suffering from smoke inhalation when they are rescued from fires. The fire department is very grateful for the donation of these items.
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Just today I received an e-mail from FASNY, indicating that New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo was making appointments to three emergency preparedness commissions on Hurricane Sandy. One of the appointees was FASNY President and former New York State Fire Administrator James Burns. Appointing Jim is a smart move by the Governor. Jim is a long-time advocate for the fire service. Hurricane Sandy’s greatest devastation was in the most densely populated areas of New Jersey, Southeastern New York and Southern New England. This storm was the third serious storm in a little over a year to affect many areas. Every storm is unique. This storm caused historical level high tides, coastal flooding and a tremendous number of outages due to fallen trees from high winds. One of the unique aspects of this storm was caused by the lack of power to regional refineries and local gas stations. Within a day or two, mile-long lines were forming at the few gas stations that had power and fuel, reminiscent of the gas shortages and lines in the 70’s. From an emergency services point of view, these long lines presented unprecedented hardships
for our emergency service personnel. Some of our municipalities did not have fuel for emergency vehicles. In addition, many of our volunteer firefighters spent 36 or 48 hours responding to emergencies and then had to wait on line for three hours to fill up their personal vehicles. The same applied to volunteers at local ambulance corps and career firefighters, police, paramedics, etc., who were working massive amounts of overtime and then were forced to spend precious off-duty time waiting in long gas lines. I have been a strong advocate for residents’ purchasing generators in order to keep running basic necessities like refrigerators, freezers and the food they contain, as well as sump pumps, wells, lights and heat. However, these small gasolinepowered generators are very thirsty and consume a great deal of gasoline if run constantly. A 5,000 KW generator will easily consume eight to ten gallons of gas per day. Thousands of generator owners were desperate for gasoline, in addition to the normal need for gas. This added greatly to the demand for gas and the long gas lines throughout the heavily hit areas. This situation caught many in the emergency services off guard as we scrambled, like everyone else, for fuel for vehicles and our own generators. I encourage the Governor’s newly formed Emergency Preparedness Commissions to consider an effort to encourage gas stations (as well as supermarkets and cell
phone towers) to have back-up generators. They should also consider a program that the state of New Jersey has been working on, whereby retail gas stations voluntarily participate and are pre-certified by their State Office of Emergency Management for priority re-supply fueling. These stations will agree to service emergency responders during a declared State of Emergency. These facilities should be clearly identified with signage, indicating that they give priority to emergency services official and personal vehicles, i.e. a separate pump could be provided for police cars, EMS vehicles, fire vehicles and active emergency services personnel-owned vehicles, as long as they have proper identification. If these type stations can be logistically located in all areas of each county, it would be of benefit to the station owners and would assist the 1st responders during periods where they are, in many cases, being pushed to the max. Hurricane Sandy should serve as a warning, as we seem to be experiencing more frequent and more serious storms. Imagine what the devastation would be like if we get hit in these heavily populated areas of the northeast with an actual Category 1 or 2 hurricane or a massive ice storm, as was experienced in the late 90’s in northern New York State and Canada. I encourage states to consider addressing the gasoline supply problem as part of their recommendations.
Mahwah Rescue responds to Hillburn, NY At 9:07a.m. on December 21, 2012, Mahwah Rescue 1 was dispatched to Hillburn, NY to assist with a vehicle submerged in the Ramapo River during the flash flooding. The swift water dive team responded with the fan boat to help search for a possible occupant from the vehicle. The first few searches confirmed that there was no occupant and the crews assisted with document retrieval.
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Mortgage program helps 1st Responders, despite Hurricane Sandy During the process of Timothy Mazza refinancing his home, Hurricane Sandy hit, wreaking havoc on New Jersey. Talk about a stressful time. Mazza, a veteran with the Ramsey Volunteer Fire Department, located in the northern part of the state, sprung into duty to tirelessly help with rescue and recovery efforts. As for his mortgage? It was no worry, stress-free and money-saving, thanks to Sun National Bank Heroes Mortgage Program. 1st Responder and Sun Home Loans teamed up to create the Heroes Mortgage Program. This exclusive mortgage opportunity provides discounted fees and low interest rates for firefighters and other members of the emergency services community. The program offers a great rate, minimal lender fees and promises to get clients in their new home by the contract date. “This was the least stressful refinancing experience I ever had,” said Mazza, who has served the Ramsey Fire Department for 16 years. “Everyone at Sun Home Loans was fantastic. They made the process easy and took care of everything. The hurricane hit right in the middle of it, but it was no problem. I’ve already told people about the program.”
Mazza said refinancing with Sun Home Loans has saved him about $300 per month. “I have a son who is a senior in high school and going to college next year,” Mazza said. “Everything helps.” Sun Home Loans, a division of Sun National Bank, and 1st Responder are both proud to serve the heroes in our community, who dedicate their lives serving the rest of us. Clients enjoy unmatched customer service and attentiveness throughout the process, from their initial inquiry, to closing. Working with its own resources and federal government programs, Sun National Bank develops solutions that open the path to home ownership. Sun National Bank provides a full-range of banking products and services, delivered by experienced bankers. Personal attention merges with world-class service and competitive products that meet the needs of today’s consumers and businesses. Sun National Bank believes that doing business in the community means being a part of it.
Whether purchasing a new home or refinancing an existing one, the Heroes Mortgage Program is offered exclusively, providing personal service, benefits and rates not normally available to the general public. “The program continues to be a success and we are proud to work with first responders who serve us every day,” said Steven Testa, an executive vice president with Sun National Bank. “The feedback has been incredible and thanks to referrals, we look forward to continuing to build our relationships with the emergency services community.” To receive more information about the program and its benefits, contact Steven Testa at stesta@sunnb.com or call 973615-9745. Sun National Bank Home Loans and 1st Responder Newspaper are not affiliated. All loans subject to approval. Certain conditions and fees may apply. Mortgage financing provided by Sun National Bank Loans, Equal Housing Lender.
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Mortgage Checklist 1. Look for a bargain: According to the National Association of Realtors, home prices often drop by an average $7,000 after Labor Day. Prices in the Northeast can plummet by nearly $20,000 by October. 2. Know the market: Here's a quick quiz. Do you know why sellers in some Northeast and Midwest towns drop prices so quickly? Because winter's coming and they don't want to spend another year digging out the place. Use that to your advantage. 3. Know when a seller is desperate: Does the photo of the house you've been pining over all summer on MLS look exactly as it did when you first saw it Memorial Day? Is there yet another open house coming up in a few weeks? That all works in your favor. If a buyer hasn't budged since the summer, chances are there's room to negotiate. If they want the house sold more than they want a big profit, well, that's how deals are born.
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Wayne P.O.L. Company 2's Engine 2-2 placed into service a 2012 Spartan/Toyne 1500-gpm pumper (left) that has replaced a 1996 Duplex/Saulsbury 2000-gpm model.
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Paterson battles a stubborn second alarm
KEITH ADDIE
Fire heavily damages Avenel home Avenel, NJ. A family was left homeless on January 2 after a fire that appears to have started in the basement heavily damaged the rear of their residence. Firefighters responded at 2:21 p.m. to 650 East Woodbridge Ave. While en route, dispatch advised that they were receiving additional calls reporting the fire. Heavy black smoke was pluming from the rear of the house and loud crackling could be heard. A hand line was stretched through the front door and to the backyard, where flames were engulfing the rear of the home and pressure relief valves on propane cylinders were popping, creating a loud roaring sound. The heavy fire was knocked down within ten minutes and the propane tanks were cooled with hose streams, but pockets of fire remained in the eaves and the second floor dormer. The fire was completely extinguished within a half hour and overhaul was conducted. The fire was declared under
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control around 3:15 p.m. A teenager was home at the time of the fire, but was able to escape safely after attempting to extinguish the fire. There were no firefighter injuries reported at the scene. The home was deemed uninhabitable by the Woodbridge Township Building Department. Mutual aid fire departments from Colonia, Iselin #11, Hopelawn and Fords responded to the scene to assist, while Woodbridge Fire Department stood by in Avenel’s firehouse. The fire is being investigated by Avenel Fire Official Cory Spillar, but appears to have started in a dryer vent located in the basement. The cause is being ruled as accidental.
Paterson firefighters battled a house fire on December 20th that did not want to go out. After a tough fight, they were able to hold the majority of the damage to the original fire building. At about 5:00 a.m., a full response JUMP TO FILE # was sent to 100 122112101 Lafayette Ave. Heavy fire was pushing out of the second floor of a large two and a half story frame dwelling on arrival. Flames were spreading to the attic and threatening the exposure 2 building. A second alarm was immediately transmitted. Members made an interior attack and searched where possible, but as the flames grew, all firefighters were withdrawn so the fire could be knocked down from the outside. An exposure line was also placed in operation. After the heavy fire was darkened down, companies returned to an interior attack, but the stairs to the attic were compromised and the attic area could not be reached. The fire once again intensified and when flames broke through the roof, members were once again withdrawn. Ladder 3’s ladder pipe, Engine 5’s deck gun and several handlines were able to knock the fire down for good. The fire was placed under control at about 7:30. The exposure two building sustained some exterior damage. The Red Cross was called to assist several residents. - BILL TOMPKINS
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Residents escape Hasbrouck Heights blaze Four occupants and several pets escaped an intense fire that caused extensive damage to a home at 320 Harrison Ave. on New Year’s Eve. Shortly before 3:00 a.m. on December 31, several reports of a fire were received and on arrival of the first police department units, a working fire was confirmed. Heavy fire was venting out of the second floor and attic of the two and a half story frame dwelling when fire companies arrived. A second alarm was immediately transmitted, followed with by a third alarm for cover. With all oc-
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cupants accounted for, an interior attack was commenced. Members made the second floor in the rear, but the design of the home made finding the stairway to the attic impossible. With no access to the attic and conditions on the second floor deteriorating, the decision was made to pull members from the structure and put a deck gun from Engine 2 into operation. The master stream plus several
handlines had the heavy fire quickly knocked down. Companies were once again able to enter the structure to hit hot spots while trucks opened up. A line was stretched up the stick for use in the attic, but the stairs were located in a rear closet and the line was able to be advanced from the interior. The fire was placed under control in about one hour with no injuries. The cause is under investigation. - BILL TOMPKINS
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Paterson makes a great stop Firefighters in Paterson kept flames relatively contained at a three alarm fire that could have easily traveled down a row of attached dwellings on November 30th. Paterson firefighters were dispatched at 8:53 p.m. to 877 Madison Ave. On arrival, fire was showing from the attic of a two and a half story frame dwelling that was in the middle of a row of nine similar attached buildings.
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Two occupants of the fire building had jumped from one porch roof to another to escape the flames before the first units arrived. As the fire spread to both exposures in the attic area, a second alarm was transmitted followed shortly by a third. Aggressive firefighting soon
had the extension of fire held in check and all visible fire knocked down. Checking for extension and overhaul would last more than one hour before the fire was placed under control. One person was transported to St. Joe’s Medical Center with nonlife threatening injuries. The cause is being investigated. - BILL TOMPKINS
Byram Township loses a legend Vincent "Vinny" Hartman passed away on Saturday, December 1, 2012. He was 90. He was an active volunteer fireman with Cranberry Lake Fire Department and a member of the NJ Fire Police Officers. Joining in 1963, Vinny served the fire department and residents of Byram for 49 years. Vinny will be sorely missed. A funeral service was held on December 7, 2012 at Morgan Funeral Home in Netcong.
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Interment followed at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Randolph Township. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Cranberry Lake Fire Department, 225 US Highway 206 Stanhope, NJ 07874. - TODD RUDLOFF
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Surf City building fire A little before 12:30 p.m. on December 27, a reported building fire was called in for the lumber company on the 200 block of Long Beach Blvd. Command found nothing showing from the outside. Once crews got inside, they found a heavy smoke condition on the second floor. Due to the events of Sandy, a second alarm was struck. All fire departments on the island were toned out, along with several from the main land. Crews set up ladder operations on the A and C sides of the building and found a small fire between floors. They quickly knocked down
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the fire before it spread. Conditions at the time of the fire were not good, as wind speeds were over 30 mph. This was the second job for island crews in less then a day. Crews battled a third alarm fire with heavy winds, rain and floodin the night before. No one was injuried in this fire and it is under investigation by the Ocean County Fire Marshals office. - ROMAN ISARYK
KEITH ADDIE
Boarding house fire claims one life South River, NJ. A woman was killed and at least 15 were displaced on Christmas Eve after a devastating fire ripped through the third floor and roof of a boarding house, which dates back to 1929. The South River Fire Department responded on December 24, just before midnight to 11 Main St. for a reported smoke condition with people possibly trapped. Heavy smoke was showing from the threestory ordinary constructed building. Firefighters advanced hand lines inside to attempt an interior attack and conduct searches of the apartments, but were forced to back out due to deteriorating conditions.
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Due to the age of the building and void spaces in the construction, the fire quickly advanced into the cockloft and through the roof, resulting in the evacuation of all fire personnel from the building. Several master streams, including ladder pipes from South River, East Brunswick Independent and Milltown were set up to battle the blaze from a defensive mode. The entire roof was eventually consumed by fire and collapsed into the third floor of the building, resulting
in flames and embers lighting up the night sky. Master streams were able to darken the visible fire in one and a half hours, but continued to flow to extinguish hot spots. The fire took approximately two hours to bring under control, but fire personnel remained on scene for extensive overhaul and assisting the investigation. The American Red Cross is assisting the displaced tenants. Several mutual aid fire departments from surrounding towns assisted and covered the town.The cause is being investigated. - KEITH ADDIE
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At 5:21 a.m. on December 18, Station 72 was dispatched for a working structure fire on 18 E Pimlico Drive in the Mystic Island section of Little Egg Harbor. Engine 72 quickly got threeone and three quarter inch lines working on the exposed B and D sides. Command quickly called a third alarm assignment. All hands were to be used. Ladder 72 set up in front of the house. EMS was provided my Squad 85. As crews were fighting the fire, they had a collapse of the C
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side of the structure. Luckily, all fire personnel were accounted for. Crews brought the fire under control in about two hours, but remained on scene for some time to get hot spots. No one was injured and the fire is under investigation by the Ocean County Fire Marshals office. - ROMAN ISARYK
Three firefighters were transported to hospitals and several others received minor injuries as they fought a four alarm fire in the city on December 30th. The first alarm came in about 9:45 p.m. for a fire at 201 Catherine St. Heavy smoke was showing from the D side of the large two and a half story frame building with a business on the first floor and apartments above. A second alarm was transmitted as companies opened up and searched for the seat of the fire. The fire appears to have originated in the basement, but was rapidly extending upward.
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A mayday was transmitted by firefighters on the second floor. They received burns, but were quickly rescued by ground ladders. A third alarm was sounded and all members are withdrawn. Several handlines and three elevated master streams were put into operation. Live electrical service lines fell from the fire building across Ladder 2’s apparatus, trapping two firefighters for about one hour until the service was disconnected.
A fourth alarm was transmitted for manpower and water supply due to Elizabeth’s notoriously small mains. Units from across Union County as well as two, one and a battalion from Newark responded. An extended operation eventually kept the fire damage to the original fire building. The two firefighters who received burns were transported to Saint Barnabas Burn Center. A Newark firefighter was sent to UMDNJ with unspecified injuries. All were treated and released. - BILL TOMPKINS
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Car plunges into river in Mansfield Township At 5:28 hrs on December 18, the Mansfield Fire Companies and Mansfield EMS were alerted to a car into the river at Route 57 and Stephensburg Rd. Tri-County Rescue 29-75 and Chief 29-60 found a partially submerged Lexus SUV in the Musconectcong River with the driver still in the vehicle, fading in and out of consciousness. The vehicle was first secured to prevent further movement into the river and the patient was able to be successfully extricated from the passenger side, after the battery was disconnected and the passenger door removed. Mansfield EMS and ALS from St. Clare's trans-
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ported the patient to the Tri-County firehouse, where Atlantic Air One was awaiting transport to a trauma center. The crash is under investigation by police. It appears the vehicle was traveling eastbound on Route 57, slammed through the concrete and stone bridge, possibly went airborne, hit a utility pole, spun 180 degrees and slid down the embankment trunk-first into the river. - JIM ERDMANN
Rockaway Boro, NJ firefighters make quick work a house fire at 73 Keller Ave. The fire was under control within 15 minutes.
Rockaway Boro makes quick work of house fire At approximately 10 a.m. on January 3rd, Rockaway Boro firefighters were dispatched to 73 Keller Ave. on a reported mattress fire. Upon arrival, the assignment was upgraded to a working house fire. Heavy fire was showing from a window on the D side of the one
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and a half story frame dwelling. Mutual aid was requested from Denville, Rockaway Township and Dover as the R.I.T team. Firefighters quickly put two
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Elizabeth commercial fire goes to seven alarms A seven alarm fire tore through a large commercial building in Elizabeth on December 18th, bringing in mutual aid from four counties and the FDNY to battle the fire and cover the empty firehouses. The fire started shortly before 5:00 a.m. at the Portuguese Auto Repair Company at 200 Seventh Street. Heavy smoke and fire was pushing from the front of the 100’x150’ one story building. A second alarm was transmitted on arrival, followed shortly by a
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third. Additional alarms continued to be transmitted as water supply soon became a problem. Long stretches to bigger mains were required to supply the water needed. Several frame dwellings were an exposure problem on the B/C corner. The Linden tower was set up and successfully protected them. Eventually, four elevated master
streams, several Blitzfire monitors and handlines were able to hold the flames to the original fire building. Companies from across Union County, as well as units from Essex, Middlesex, and Somerset Counties and a full response from FDNY rigs from Staten Island took part in the operation. The fire was able to be placed “probably will hold” at about 8:30. No serious injuries were reported. - BILL TOMPKINS
Flanders gather Toys for Tots Flanders, NJ. As a special train carrying Santa Claus and an escort of US Marines squealed to a halt alongside the Flanders firehouse, members welcomed the passengers and helped them load toys into a boxcar for the Toys for Tots program. “We weren’t sure what kind of response we’d have this year because of Hurricane Sandy and the economy,” said Firefighter Kevin Dolan, who organizes the train’s visit. “It’s good to see people are still coming out to enjoy seeing Santa and to hand him gifts. It’s
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good to see young children giving instead of receiving.” “It doesn’t matter which fire department you’re talking about,” said Flanders Fire Chief Greg Widzemok. “Taking care of kids is just something firefighters everywhere like to do.” Dolan said Saturday’s contribution was the first of two from Flanders.
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Clinton, NJ. On Saturday, December 8, 2012, the Clinton First Aid & Rescue Squad hosted the 1st Annual CFARS Future Stars of EMS Junior EMS Competition. The one day event brought together EMS personnel from around the state for a collaborative training experience. More importantly, it worked to strengthen the commitment and professionalism of junior EMS members. In addition to fielding our own team, the squad relied on seventeen staff members to pull off a successful first year competition. According to CFARS Operations Chief, Bucky Buchanan, “from the pre-planning, to the set up, to the
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coaches, judges, team escorts, committees, logistics, food, clean up and to everyone who competed, the event was a huge success. ” Attendees to the event came from Clinton First Aid & Rescue Squad, Lambertville-New Hope Ambulance & Rescue Squad, Washington Emergency Squad, Montgomery EMS and Princeton First Aid & Rescue Squad. Each squad brought their junior EMS staff members to complete. There were five separate sta-
tions. The first two were medical stations, with scenarios involving allergic reactions and cardiac arrest. The next two stations were trauma stations, with the contestants facing slip and fall splinting challenges and a fall victim. Finally, the competitors faced a mass casualty incident, a bleacher collapse at a high school football game, where they had to quickly triage 36 patients. The Washington Emergency Squad was the winner! Finally, the cost of the event was offset by various businesses, including New Jersey Emergency Vehicles (NJEV). - BUCKY BUCHANAN
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Cold and flu season is upon us and now more than ever, we have to work hard to minimize the widespread of germs. Many of us share the gym, but that doesn’t mean we have to share the germs. Here are just some of the things to keep in mind so your workouts remain the path to health and wellness as opposed to illness. First of all, wash your hands before you enter the gym. You not only want to avoid picking up germs, you also don’t want to be the one bringing them in. Come equipped with your own bottle of water. Drinking fountains are a breeding ground for germs and even the water cooler can be an issue. Many exercisers refill their water bottles or cups from the water fountain or cooler and if they are touching the spout with the cup or bottle that has already touched their lips, well, here come the germs. Control the environment in the gym if you can. The temperature in the gym should not be too warm or moist and should be well-ventilated. If possible and/or necessary open a window, turn down the thermostat and make the room less “germ-friendly”. If you have no control over the temperature, consult with management to see if they can make the proper adjustments. Cover cuts and sores. If you have a cut, no matter how minor, cover it up before entering the gym. Those tiny wounds may seem like nothing, but they are the perfect little path for germs to enter your body. Shut the door to germs, a band aid is a simple fix here. Use a bacterial wipe or spray to wipe down any pieces of equipment you plan to use. We are all instructed to wipe down equipment after we use it. I, however, always recommend that exercisers wipe the equipment down before and after their workout. Let’s face it, by not wiping it down before, you are assuming that the last exerciser wiped it down after. As you know people vary in their level of compliance. Do you really want to rely
on someone else when it comes to something as important as your health? Wipe it down first. Bring two towels, one towel to place down on benches and mats before lying on them and a second one for wiping your face. I tell my clients to be sure to bring a towel that is imprinted on one side so that they always know which side goes on the equipment and which side to lie on. Bring that second towel if you need to wipe your face during the workout. It’s also a good idea to wipe your face with one side of the towel and hold it or put it down on the other. Sounds a bit fanatical, but staying well is surely worth the extra effort. An easy trick to keep the clean side clean is to fold the towel in half with the clean side in. You can then roll it up. The clean side remains clean and you can grab the rolled towel or lie it down without contaminating the clean part that will touch your face. I use this trick with my exercise mat too. Be sure not to touch your face during the workout. Your hands will be touching all kinds of things while in the gym. You may want to wear workout gloves to protect your hands. If so, be sure to clean your gloves regularly and to store them away from clean clothes and towels to avoid contamination. The gloves will protect your hands, but again, do not touch your face, until you have removed the gloves and/or washed your hands. Wash your hands and face with antibacterial soap or use an antibacterial gel on your hands immediately after your workout. If possible, shower with antibacterial soap after your workout. Keep your clean clothes separate from your dirty clothes and towel. After your shower, be sure to put on clean clothes as your workout gear will be loaded with germs. Keep clean and dirty clothes in different bags or at least in separate compartments. Wash dirty clothes as soon as possible and the actual dirty clothes bag often. This year has already become one of the worst flu seasons in US history. Let’s all be part of the solution and not part of the problem. Do all you can to avoid the spread of bacteria, germs and viruses. We all go to the gym to strengthen our bodies and our immune systems. We can certainly share the gym without sharing the germs. As always, stay safe and stay well!
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In Essex County, the Roseland Fire Department has in service this special operations truck designated Utility 668. Built on a 2007 Ford F-450 XL, Super Duty, 4 x 4 chassis, it has an Omaha body and a tow hitch to pull a rescue trailer. Some of the inventory includes a portable winch, 12 volt floodlights, cord reels, hand tools, brooms and shovels.
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Right/rear view of Roseland's U-668.
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FDNY units were called in to stand by in Elizabeth, N.J. as they battled a seven alarm fire on December 18th.
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Avalon bails out Avalon, NJ - On December 3, 2012, Avalon firefighters trained on window bailouts, considered a "last chance" technique for escaping for a firefighter trapped or cut off by deteriorating conditions.
Vacant Bergenfield home burns in Bergenfield Flames tore through an unoccupied house in Bergenfield on December 10th, causing extensive damage, but no injuries. Shortly after 5:30 p.m., Bergenfield firefighters were dispatched to 16 Fairview Ave. on the report of a working fire. Units arrived to heavy fire venting out the rear of a two and a half story frame dwelling. A second alarm was transmitted.
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Access was limited due to the structure being on a dead end street. Lines wee stretched and an interior attack commenced, but had to be temporarily abandoned due to the heavy fire in the attic area. Once the flames were knocked down, companies returned to an of-
fensive attack and soon had all the visible fire extinguished. Overhaul lasted for several hours. Additional units were called to the scene for manpower. New Milford, Teaneck, Dumont, Englewood and Box 54 operated. No serious injuries were reported and the cause is under investigation. - BILL TOMPKINS
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Neptune fire truck almost hit by pole/tree During the late hours of November 8, while operating at a wires down call on State Highway 33, a Neptune Fire Department engine was nearly struck by a utility pole. A large nearby tree was toppled by winds and the weight of a recent wet snow, and came down on electrical wires which also pulled down the pole. No firefighters were injured, however, three firefighters were held inside the apparatus until electrical wires on and near the apparatus could be rendered safe.
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Christmas morning MVA in Budd Lake Budd Lake, NJ. A mid morning motor vehicle accident on December 25, 2012 on Route 80 East at the 27.3 milemarker left three injuried. Roxbury Fire Department assisted with the third ambulance.
Who needs to laugh more than the Fire Companies ---the first responders who deal with dangerous circumstances each and every day? There’s an innovative concept for fund-raising developed by Joey Novick, who is a stand-up comedian and the Fire Commissioner in his hometown: Stand-up comedy shows. Fire companies can get much-needed laughs and profit financially as well. Novick's company, ComedyWorks, provides all-star headline comedians from HBO, Comedy Central, Showtime, Last Comic Standing, and the Tonight Show. Novick’s been producing comedy shows since 1977, and has experience producing shows with such comedians as Jerry Seinfeld, Rosie O’Donnell, Larry The Cable Guy, and Tim Allen. "The comedians were very funny, and very professional," wrote Mark Bruhmuller, Fire Chief of the Churchtown Fire Company of New York. “Joey Novick did an excellent job. Everybody loves to laugh, and it's a great deal of fun." ComedyWorks produces more than 300 shows a year, almost 150 of those for emergency service organizations. The money these shows can raise varies, depending on things like the
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number of tickets sold, how they're priced, the amount spent on promotion and whether food and drink are available. "Mostly companies produce shows in their own facilities, which may hold 300–400 people," says Novick. "We'll put together a show for them that will bring in comedians from major comedy clubs, with a headliner from HBO, Comedy Central, or the Tonight Show. The feature performer will be someone who's headlined the comedy circuit: Catch a Rising Star, the Improv, the Comedy Store. The host of the show will be a comedian who's very high-energy, like a game-show host, to get the audience warmed up. A triple headliner show!” The Somerset Fire Company of New Jersey produces two fundraisers a year through ComedyWorks. "We've done about ten shows so far, and it's been great," says Mike Reinbeck, who coordinates the shows for the 65-mem-
ber volunteer department. "A friend of mine who had used Joey told me, 'This guy books really good acts.' So, we did the first show, everything was great, and we've been doing shows with Joey ever since." "I find their people to be very funny," agrees Adam Hubney, chief of the Atlantic Highlands Volunteer Fire Department in New Jersey, which books comedians through ComedyWorks for its annual dinner. "We have a professional comedy club in our county, and the quality is just as good." Comedy Works provides a 30-page ‘How-To’ guide that assists organizations through the comedy show production and warns of mistakes to avoid. "We make sure they follow everything in the guide," says Novick. "If a company has never done this before, it gives you everything from you need to know. We make sure that things get done right. Clients who follow the guide always do very well and tend to make money.” For information on Comedy Works, call 1 (888) 782-4589, go to www.comedyworks.org or e-mail joeynovick@earthlink.net.
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William Sallick, left, was sworn in as the new fire chief in Secaucus by Town Clerk Michael Marra on January 1st. His daughters Dayna Gemanario (left) and Billie Jo Moore look on. Marra has served as a volunteer firefighter in the town for 40-years.
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Franklin Township Fire Inspector Chuck Maria at a strip mall fire on Hamilton St. in Franklin Township.
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New Years Eve fire displaces 160 residents in North Bergen North Bergen, NJ. An early morning fire at the Roc Harbor condominium complex on December 31st sent residents into the dark and cold near the Hudson River, in their pajamas or hastily dressed as flames rapidly spread through the irregular shaped complex. Murphy's Law was in effect for this incident. Before this alarm, North Hudson Fire Control dispatched a full assignment for a reported structure fire on Third Avenue, crosstown North Bergen from Roc Harbor. Battalion 3's vehicle did not start initially and was parked in front of Engine 9, which also could not respond. Engine 5 and the 2nd Battalion were sent in their place. This was followed by the full assignment to 8000 River Road for the Roc Harbor complex. Units from the 2nd and 1st Battalions were dispatched. Battalion 3 later started and went back into service along with Engine 9. The first fire unit to arrive at Roc Harbor was Deputy Chief Anthony Avillo, who had smoke showing on the floor above the parking level of Building 15. Police officers were already evacuating the apartments. They also called for ambulances. The North and South EMS units were sen. The Third Avenue incident went down to one engine and one truck. Units became available and D.C. Avillo ordered a second-alarm at his incident. This was soon followed by a third alarm. The irregular shaped complex is located along the Hudson River with a narrow access path to the front of the buildings and only walkways in the rear. Engine companies dropped hose lines and the front of the fire was taken by Ladder 3 and Squad 7's squirt. In the rear, firefighters were forced to walk in long stretches of hand lines and five inch LDH for their water supplies. In addition, the first available fire hydrant was frozen. Officials initially believe that the fire started in a heater closet and spread through voids in the structure as well as Buildings 14 and 16. The attached buildings were built with truss style roofs and have voids between each unit, according to Chief of Department Frank Montagne. The chief added that each unit was separated by a double thickness of 5/8 inch gypsum board, which he said was in compliance with the building code. “But it's nothing like the old days, when fire walls were made of concrete,” he said. “Nothing is better than concrete in a fire. This is all wood frame construction. It's like a tinderbox in there.” A defensive operation was established with concentration on defending exposures. In all, six alarms were transmitted bringing all on duty North Hudson companies along with mutual aid units from Jersey City and Hoboken. After the usual shift change at 7:30 a.m., all members of the 2nd Platoon reported to the scene to supplement the 1st Platoon members. “We needed every guy,” said D.C. Avillo. As firefighters were using Lad-
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der 3's ladder pipe and Squad 7's squirt in the front of the building, a roar was heard followed by a collapse of the balcony area of Building 15. This was followed by a pancake style collapse of the roof and fourth floor. Later, in the rear, another roar was heard, followed by a pancake collapse. Some residents watched the building burn in the cold, as the sun rose over the Manhattan skyline. Others sought shelter inside township ambulances. Some were transported to nearby Palisades Medical Center to keep warm and receive warm refreshments. The complex has 70 residences with approximately 160 occupants. Officials said 12 condo units were damaged. The fire was placed under control in approximately four hours. Some firefighters suffered “bumps and bruises” from slip and fall injuries from the icy conditions, according to D.C. Charles Thomas. Three police officers were taken to the hospital for smoke inhalation. The fire is under investigation by North Bergen officials and the N.J. Division of Fire Safety. The Red Cross was assisting occupants. The Gong Club canteen set up at the main entrance to the complex to serve firefighters refreshments. Members of the three fire departments that worked the fire passed by on their way out to thank the canteen members for their service and offered Happy New Year wishes. It was the club's last run for 2012 and its longest serving refreshments for seven hours and 20 minutes, according to member Paul Schaetzle. The Roc Harbor complex suffered damages from Hurricane Sandy, which was still evident on the grade level area. One resident told the media, “We went from water damage to fire damage. What could be next?”
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Car fire ignites gas station in Perth Amboy Three alarm dwelling in Shamong Perth Amboy, NJ. A mechanic and other employees were able to escape safely on December 29, after a vehicle that was being repaired burst into flames inside a Delta gas station. Perth Amboy firefighters were dispatched to 640 Amboy Ave. around 6:30 p.m. for the reported fire. Central dispatch advised that they were receiving calls for a vehicle fire inside the building. Upon arrival, heavy smoke blanketed the area and a vehicle was found in the middle bay of the repair shop fully engulfed in flames. Engine 1 secured a water supply and went into master stream operation. A blitz fire and a two and a half inch hand line were placed in service to knock down the heavy fire that was starting to consume the building, but poor water pressure in the area ham-
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pered operations. The fire continued to spread throughout the building and was presenting an exposure problem to a dwelling on the D side. In additional, several vehicles inside and outside the building were burning. Several additional hand lines and two ladder pipes were set up to extinguish the blaze and protect the exposure building. The bulk of the fire was darkened down by 8:00 p.m., but water continued to flow on smoldering structural members and burned out vehicles. The water company was eventually able to boost the water pressure in the area to allow firefighters to flow sufficient water streams on the heavily col-
lapsed building. Despite the major water pressure problems faced by firefighters, the fire was held to the original fire building and was declared under control at 8:18 p.m. Crews remained on scene for several more hours conducting extensive overhaul and wrapping up frozen equipment. The building was declared a total loss and will most likely need to be demolished. Several mutual aid fire departments from Sayreville, South Amboy and Woodbridge Township assisted at the scene and provided coverage for the city. The cause of the blaze is being investigated by Perth Amboy fire official, but appears to be accidental. - KEITH ADDIE
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On November 25, 2012 at 4:12 a.m., Indian Mills, Tabernacle, Medford Lakes with Medford as the RIT were detailed for a dwelling fire at 2 Innskeep Court in Shamong Township. Deputy Chief Welling and Chief Farnsworth found a two and a half story single family dwelling with heavy fire in Divisions A, C and D. Welling requested a second alarm and forestry for brand control. All occupants were accounted for. Chief Farnsworth assumed command and Welling was assigned operations. Q4314 stretched a two and a half inch CAFS attack line to knock down the fire in the garage and a one and three quarter inch through the front door. E2812 stretched an additional one and three quarter inch CAFS to Division C followed by E4311 that stretched a fourth CAFS attack line off Q4314. 2802 utilized five tenders, however, due to the effectiveness of the CAFS operation only approximately 5,000 gallons of water were used to knock down the bulk of the fire. While responding E2521 and E3711 were diverted to 100 Flyatt Road, directly behind the incident
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structure, for a possible house fire due to flying brands. E2521 conducted primary searches. Tabernacle Rescue Squad and Shamong EMS provided the rehab sector. L2235 from Evesham and RE1911 from Pemberton provided rapid intervention. A third alarm was struck for additional manpower. The fire was placed under control at the one hour mark and remains under investigation by the Burlington County Fire Marshals Office, NJ Division of Fire Safety and the New Jersey State Police. Fire units assisting were Hammonton, Tabernacle, Shamong, Southampton, Medford, Lumberton, Medford Lakes, Pemberton, Waterford, Evesham, and Eastampton. A regional cover was put in place in Medford Lakes to cover the Southern Region with units from Delanco, Delran, Moorestown, Springfield, Willingboro and Riverside. - JOHN WELLING
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West Paterson firefighter honored for life saving rescue Woodland Park, NJ. On December 10, 2012, the West Paterson Fire Department gathered at Woodland Park’s Borough Hall for their annual chief’s election. Also taking place that night was a ceremony to honor one of their own. On June 4th at approximately 7:15 p.m., the Woodland Park Police Department was involved in a high speed motor vehicle pursuit. The chase extended beyond the town’s border into the City of Paterson on McBride Avenue. The eeing vehicle drove into Pennington Park and the pursuit ended when the vehicle was driven into the Passaic River, where it rapidly began sinking with the driver still inside. West Paterson volunteer FireďŹ ghter Joseph Lewicki of Engine Co. 2 was in the park at the time and observed the incident. With no concern for his safety, FireďŹ ghter
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Lewicki dove into the river and swam out to the vehicle. As the car was sinking, he attempted to pull the driver out of the vehicle. FireďŹ ghter Lewicki had to struggle with the person, who became combative, but he was able to get him out of the car and bring him to the river bank, where police took the suspect into custody. They summoned an ambulance so the person could receive medical care. For his actions the West Paterson Fire Department awarded FireďŹ ghter Lewicki with a Life Saving Award, for actions performed during this event. And risking his own life to save the life of the driver of the vehicle. - TODD HOLLRITT
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Linden battles stubborn self-storage facility fire Linden, NJ. Several storage units were damaged and one firefighter suffered minor injuries on January 1, 2013 after a five alarm fire tore through a portion of Uncle Bob’s Self Storage on Allen Street. The Linden Fire Department was dispatched at 1:18 a.m. for a report of smoke in the area near the New Jersey Turnpike entrance. Firefighters arrived on scene and found heavy smoke pouring from a two story metal and concrete constructed self-storage facility. Several hand lines were stretched to the interior hallways leading to the second floor storage units that were burning. Entry was made and the fire was knocked down in several units within an hour. Although the bulk of the fire was darkened, smoke continued to pour from the building, leading firefighters to believe that the fire had spread beyond the original units. As metal walls and doors were forced to gain access to inaccessible areas, the ventilation through the building allowed the fire to flare up and spread horizontally to additional units. Firefighters were evacuated from the building and forced to
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battle the blaze from a defensive mode. Heavy fire conditions existed inside the building and through the roof, causing a partial collapse of the weakened corrugated metal. Personnel were able to re-enter the building once the majority of the fire was darkened by exterior hose streams. Extensive overhaul was conducted throughout the night and into the morning to locate any existing hot spots. The fire was placed under control around 6:00 a.m., but crews remained on scene until 12:00 p.m. to ensure that all smoldering materials were extinguished. A large portion of the storage facility suffered significant fire, smoke and water damage. Several fire departments from Union County responded to the scene to assist in battling the stubborn blaze. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Two times to the same house in Clifton Less than five hours after responding to a home at 48 6th Ave., Clifton firefighters faced heavy fire on arrival at the same structure on December 27th. At about 1:30 a.m., Clifton units responder to a report of fire at 48 6th Ave. A small electrical fire was found and extinguished. The electrical service was turned off and units
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picked up. At approximately 6:15 a.m., units were once again sent to the 6th Avenue address. This time, heavy fire was venting from the second floor and extending up to the attic. A second alarm was transmitted.
An aggressive attack had the fire knocked down in less than a half hour. No one was injured in the fire, but the family was left homeless. The cause of the fire is under investigation, but initial reports show that the electricity had been turned back on. - BILL TOMPKINS
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The damage, death and destruction of Hurricane Sandy, which ravaged the Jersey shore did not spare other counties. The City of Hoboken was the worst hit in Hudson County. Amongst the havoc placed on the city were damage to some firehouses and apparatus. Their new engine, a 2012 Spartan ERV pumper, was sent directly to the HFD from the manufacturer to replace a damaged engine while repairs were being made. In mid December the new Spartan ERV was sharing quarters with the 2010 Spartan/Crimson Engine 3 at 8th and Clinton, until 2’s quarters was ready for habitation. The mates are shown here.
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Station 71 was dispatched for a building fire on the corner of Route 9 and Oak Lane on December 30. Units found moderate smoke inside one store in the 150x100 building. 7101’s crew quickly pulled a one and three quarter inch line and made their way in to quickly knock down the fire in the walls. Smoke filled the whole building, which houses a doctor’s office, small stores and a church. Crews checked the building and found no extension. EMS was provided by Squad 85 and LEHPD had traffic. The fire is under investigation by the Ocean County fire marshals office.
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KME Awarded Five Year New Jersey State Cooperative Purchasing Contract for Fire Apparatus KME, of Nesquehoning, PA, has been awarded a five year cooperative purchasing contract (A83151) by the State of New Jersey to provide qualified NJ municipalities and fire districts a wide variety of fire apparatus models at a discounted price structure. The contract allows for direct purchasing of more than 40 KME models without the need for additional public bidding. Phil Gerace, KME's Director of Sales and Marketing noted, "This contract allows fire departments within the state to purchase apparatus more easily and cost effectively. Fire districts and municipalities can procure trucks
directly off state contract and take advantage of the volume discounts. The contract also allows them to minimize the delays and extensive costs associated the administration of the public bid process. KME has extensive experience with such group purchase contracts across the US and is a prime vendor to the federal government under GSA, US Military, US Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management and the Bureau of Indian Affairs contracts". The state contract initiative was first announced by Governor Christie's in a August 31, 2012 letter to mayors
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across the Garden State commenting on continuing cost savings efforts and the benefit of state purchasing contracts. In November, the contract became a major focus after the devastating effects of Hurricane Sandy rocked the region. In her letter initiating the RFQ process, Lina Groninger, procurement specialist with the NJ Department of Treasury, Division of Purchase & Property Procurement Bureau said, "...due to the severity and damages of Superstorm Sandy and the fact that several cities and fire departments lost quite a bit of fire fighting apparatus, this RFQ is considered to be high priority...".
Additionally, meals were delivered to those still displaced by the super storm as a result of the devastating flooding. “As always, MONOC is proud to support our fellow first responders and the members of the community that we serve every day,” said Scott Matin, Vice President of MONOC. Cliff Baker, a restaurant consultant, and Executive Chef Michael Jurusz have dedicated countless hours organizing donations of food and supplies as well as volunteers for the event. Served to each person will be a complete holiday meal comprised of spiral ham with a baked pineapple glaze, mashed potatoes, corn, green garden salad, dinner roll, cookies, and beverage. For displaced families with children, a new toy will also accompany each meal.
factory location, we are able to offer significant savings in the factory inspection and delivery phases of the purchasing experience. Over the next five years, this groundbreaking contract has the potential to save the NJ fire service literally millions of dollars in equipment and procurement process costs, and we're proud to be a part of this effort. It really fits in with KME's corporate philosophy: "KME Works For You".
Campbell Supply Company/Campbell Freightliner Breaks Ground for NJ Dealership Edison, NJ. On December 17, 2012 Campbell Supply Co, LLC announced the ground breaking of their newest facility: Campbell Supply-Freightliner at 1015 Cranbury River Rd, Jamesburg, just north of exit 8A off the NJ Turnpike.
Wall, NJ. MONOC Mobile Health Services has proudly partnered with Restore the Shore: 1st Responders Christmas 2012, to help deliver 600 meals on Christmas day to emergency personnel and first responders that gave unselfishly of themselves during and well after Hurricane Sandy came ashore in New Jersey.
Bob Emery, Fire Apparatus Sales Manager at First Priority Emergency Vehicles commented, "First Priority and KME went to great lengths to design models specific to the needs of NJ's fire service community, including not only 47 different KME models, but an unlimited number of customization features from KME's extensive options list. While some manufacturers often offer "Plain Jane" models common to the standard GSA schedule, the KME state contract allows our end users to design a unit fully customized to their individual response needs. In addition, with KME's convenient ISO certified Pennsylvania
Campbell Holdings, LLC, the parent company of Campbell Supply Company and Campbell Freightliner, made the announcement. Campbell Supply Co. Freightliner will employ approximately 125 people at the new facility and provide parts, service, new truck sales, used truck sales and first responder vehicle sales for customers domiciled in or traveling through the northeast region. More than three years in the making, this brand new state of the art facility encompasses more than 90,000 square feet of space. The facility will include customer amenities, service shops, parts warehouse and a 2,000 square foot parts retail area including a “Pro Shop” with the latest Freightliner, Detroit Diesel, Spartan ERV and Wheeled Coach apparel and accessories to serve the commercial truck and emergency services industry.
Scott Campbell, president and CEO of the Campbell companies states, “Our new facility will be the largest and most modern commercial truck and emergency vehicle specific facility on the eastern seaboard.” The facility sits on over 16.2 acres of property and is equipped with 40 full service bays, a plush television lounge with theater seating and HDTV, a large comfortable customer lounge with lockers, laundry and shower facilities, onsite trailer parking, free recreational vehicle electric hook-up and a shaded pet park complete with kennels. Situated in the middle of NJ, Campbell’s parts department with on hand parts inventory in excess of $2,000,000, a professionally staffed phone room and 12 Sprinter delivery vehicles will continue to offer free same day delivery to our customers throughout the region. For projected completion dates and additional project details please refer to our website www.campbellsupply.com or follow us on Facebook. The new Campbell Supply Co. Freight-
liner facility will be open for business 7 days a week, 359 days a year (closed for New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day). Campbell Supply Co. LLC a family owned secondgeneration company and the area leader in fire apparatus sales and service, for over 40 years http://www.campbellsupply.com, 145 Talmadge Road, Suite 8. Edison, NJ 08817 • Phone: (732) 2878884 • Fax: (732) 287-3005 Campbell Supply Co., LLC services all brands of fire apparatus from their South Plainfield, Edison, Newark Monroe and Newburgh, NY service facilities. Campbell Supply Co. LLC currently represents Spartan ERV, Wheeled Coach ambulances and ASAP Emergency Vehicles. Campbell Freightliner, LLC represents Daimler Trucks North America’s Freightliner brand of products in Central NJ. The franchised dealership is owner operated and represents Daimler’s full line of heavy and medium duty truck products as well the Freightliner Sprinter. For more information please refer to our website www.campbellfreightliner.com . Campbell Holdings LLC owns and operates facilities in Edison, South Plainfield, Newark, Monroe and Newburgh, NY.
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Three alarms for a commercial building in Paterson With high winds pushing the wind chill factor into the teens for the first time this season, Paterson firefighters fought a challenging fire for several hours, keeping the flames contained to the original building on December JUMP TO FILE # 27th. Shortly after 010213109 10:00 p.m., units were dispatched to 518 E. 36th Street, on a dead end off of 20th Ave. Heavy smoke and fire were visible inside a large two story commercial building. A second alarm was sounded on arrival and as conditions deteriorated, a third alarm was called before 10:30. Several explosions were heard from inside the structure and with several large propane tanks inside, the decision was made quickly to go defensive. Truck 1’s tower was set up on the dead end of E. 36th Street and a ladder pipe went into operation from Ladder 3 on the E. 35th side. A deck gun and several handlines also operated and all were able to keep the fire from spreading. West Paterson’s tower was special called to the B side and was able to hit the flames from across the railroad tracks. Flames, hidden by dense lowlying smoke worked it’s way across the roof area of the building over several hours. Most of the heavy fire was able to be knocked down by about 1:30 a.m. Box 54 was called to the scene and crews were rotated out for rehab. Several hours later, while some units were still at the scene, a two alarm fire was fought by Paterson Fire Department and mutual aid companies on Michigan Ave. - BILL TOMPKINS
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Just some random neat rigs This month we just focus on some random neat rigs! The first is a 2012 Hazmat unit, which is operated by the Middlesex County Department of Health. It is stationed on the grounds of the Middlesex County Fire Academy in Sayreville. It is a Spartan Metro Star with 22 foot 4 inch Rescue 1 non-walk-in body. Unique about it is that it has a three door cab to accommodate a command center. The cab also has a 24 inch raised roof. Other features include a curbside awning, a 9,000 pound portable winch, an Onan 35 kw generator, and a 9,000 watt Will Burt Night Scan. There is a 28 inch front bumper extension to accommodate air and electric reels. The vehicle carries extrication tools in order to alleviate other responding rescue trucks from using their own tools and possibly contaminating them at a hazmat scene, as it was explained to me. The truck is powered by a Cummins 380 hp diesel engine with an Allison 3000 EVS automatic transmission. It was sold by New Jersey Emergency Vehicles. The next two vehicles are with the Three Bridges VFD in Readington Township, Hunterdon County. The first is a KME pumper, E-3361. What makes it neat to me is that it is on a Duplex chassis. That makes it a little rare. I remember visiting the station in 1993 and a member was telling me that they liked the Duplex cab. He stated at that time that they did not know who would manufacture the pumper, but that they wanted a Duplex chassis. As we know today, Duplex is no longer manufactured and just about all of the KME custom pumpers are with their own cabs. So the pumper turned out to be a KME. It has a 1500 gpm pump and a 1000 gallon water tank. Their newer pumper is E-3364 and is a 2008 Spartan Gladiator with a 4 Guys body. I have not seen too many 4 Guys pumpers in the state. By 2008, Duplex was gone so it could not be on one of those chassis. It has a 1750 gpm pump, a 1500 gallon water tank and a 40 gallon foam tank. The Thorofare VFD in West Deptford Township, Gloucester County operates the next neat unit. E-612 is a 2007 International 7400/Seagrave 4 x 4 pumper with a 750 gpm pump, a 500 gallon water tank, a six-ton front winch and a 6.5 kw generator. The last three vehicles are from the Cherry Hill Fire Department in Camden County. I have photographed apparatus from this township since the 1970’s and they have always had neat rigs. In 2008 they took delivery from Fire & Safety Services of three Pierce Arrow XT pumpers with 1500 gpm pumps, 500 gallon water tanks and 10 kw generators. Two of these pumpers were retrofitted with older 54 foot Squrts. One was from a 1987 Seagrave pumper that they owned (see photo) and the other reportedly was off of a pumper from Colwyn, PA in Delaware County, PA, that Cherry Hill purchased used. Next are two Type III ambulances built by Medix and mounted on Freightliner Sprinter chassis. Sold by Ambunet, they represent a change Please send any comments or news tidbits you might have about Apparatus of the Month to us at 1st Responder News, 1 Ardmore Street. New Windsor, NY 12553. Or you can e-mail them to Apparatus@1stResponderNews.com.
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Thorofare in West. Deptford Twp., E-612, 2007 International 7400/Seagrave 4 x 4, 750/500 with 6.5 kw generator and six-ton front winch.
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Middlesex County Dept. of Health, Hazmat, 2012 Spartan Metro Star/Rescue 1, has a three-door cab and a 35 kw generator
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Cherry Hill Squrt 31, 2008 Pierce Arrow XT, 1500/500 with 10 kw generator and retrofitted 1987, 54 foot Squrt. It was sold by Fire & Safety Services.
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Three Bridges FC, Readington Twp. E-3361, 1993 Duplex/KME 1500/1000.
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Cherry Hill EMS-8, 2011 Freightliner Sprinter/Medix type III ambulance. It was sold by Ambunet.
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Three Bridges FC, Readingt0on Twp. E-3364, 2008 Spartan Gladiator/4 Guys 1750/1500/40. from the Type II version which is a van without a module. In Germany, Sprinters are built by Mercedes Benz, but in the U.S. they are received completely knocked down and are sold by Freightliner and by Chrysler under the Dodge nameplate. In Germany, all of the ambulances I have seen throughout many cities have been Mercedes Benz, either a limousine style or the Sprinter van. The last vehicle is their newest and is a foam tender built by Crimson (DBA Spartan ERV) on the new Freightliner 114SD chassis. It is under the UASI program. Sold by Campbell Supply Co., LLC, features include a Detroit DD 13, 450 hp diesel engine, Edwards 300 gpm foam transfer pump, a UPF 4000 gallon foam tank and a 500 pound Purple K dry chemical system. Two fire apparatus are currently in production. One is for South Orange in Essex County. It is an LP 102 low profile rear mount aerial ladder. Specs include a Cummins ISX 11.9, 500 hp diesel engine, Allison 4000 EVS automatic transmission, medium profile cab with six seats and aluminum body. The second is a rescue pumper for Neptune City in Monmouth County. Specs include a Navistar MaxxForce 10, 330 hp diesel engine, Allison 3000 EVS au-
tomatic transmission, 12 inch raised roof cab with six seats, aluminum body, Hale Qmax, single-stage 1500 gpm pump, 750 gallon water and 10 gallon foam tanks. In Bergen County, the Boro of Fair Lawn has ordered two KME pumpers. Fire Co. 1 will get a Panther Model with MFD chassis, 1500 gpm pump, 500 gallon water tank and side mount pump panel. Fire Co. 4 will get a Predator Model with XLFD chassis, 1750 gpm pump, 750 gallon water tank and rescue style body. It will have a top mount pump panel. Both will have 10 inch raised roof cabs. In Somerset County, the Montgomery Twp. Fire Co, 2 (Blawenburg) has ordered a CAFS pumper which will replace a HUSH pumper. First Priority Emergency Vehicles reports two KME orders: For the Borough of Brooklawn in Camden County, a Panther pumper with MFD chassis and 10 inch raised roof cab, Cummins ISL9, 380m hp diesel engine, Allison 3000 EVS transmission, Hale Qflo, single-stage 1250 gpm pump, 750 gallon water tank, 152 inch Challenger, 3/16 inch aluminum low hose bed body, ROM roll-up doors, low profile rear hose bed (44 inches form ground), Onan 6 kw generator Whelen NFPA
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Cherry Hill Foam 13, 2012 Freightliner 114SD/Crimson (DBA Spartan ERV) 300 gpm foam transfer pump/ 4000 foam and 500 pound dry chemical system. It was sold by Campbell Supply Co. LLC. lighting package and FRC Focus scene lighting. Hillsborough Twp, (Somerset County) Co. 3, (Woods Road) ordered a 3000 gallon Eliminator tanker on an International 7600 chassis. Specs include a MaxxForce 13, 475 hp diesel engine, Diamond Logic Multiplex System, FRC scene lighting on the cab, Whelen NFPA LED lighting package, Hale DSD 1000 gpm pump, poly water tank, dump valves at rear and both sides, 189 inch, 3/16 inch aluminum body, dual rear direct tank fills, slide out fender storage compartments, ROM roll-up doors, Zico Quic-Lift portable tank system and a 3000 gallon Fol-da-Tank. They are prepping for delivery to the Mercerville Fire Company in Hamilton Twp. (Mercer County), a pumper on a Severe Service XMFD chassis with 10 inch raised roof, Weldon VMUX Multiplex Electrical System, Cummins
ISL9, 450 hp diesel engine, Allison 3000 EVS transmission, Whelen LED NFPA lighting package, Hale Qmax, single-stage 2000 gpm pump, with CAFS-Pro System, 740 gallon poly water tank, 30 gallon Class “A” foam tank, 3/16 aluminum flatback body, ROM roll-up doors, low profile hose bed (67 inches from ground) and 10 kw Smart Power hydraulic generator. They made the following deliveries: The Elizabeth FD EMS (Union County) received a Custom Works CBRNE decon unit on an International TerraStar chassis. The Norma-Alliance FC (Cumberland County) and Cresskill EMS (Bergen County) each received a Braun Chief XL on a Ford E-450 chassis. County Ambulance in Paterson (Passaic County) received a McCoy Miller Guardian Type II ambulance. - continued on page 58
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Mayor and Fire Commissioner George Fosdick (left) congratulates Chief La Tour after swearing him in.
Ridgefield Park swears in fire officers RidgeďŹ eld Park, NJ. On the evening of December 11th, new ďŹ re ofďŹ cers were sworn in at Village Hall for 2013. Their positions take effect in January. The volunteer ďŹ re department has a long history, organized in 1892 before the municipality was estab- JUMP TO FILE # lished. 121212108 Chief Richard La Tour was sworn in for another term. In his annual report, he informed the village commissioners that despite their own property damage during Superstorm Sandy, volunteer ďŹ reďŹ ghters left their homes to help others. The chief told the assembly that ďŹ reďŹ ghters “left familiesâ€? because that is “what we do.â€? Mayor and Fire Commissioner George Fosdick told the group that houses and apartments don't make the town. People like the volunteer ďŹ rst responders are the “glueâ€? that holds RidgeďŹ eld Park together. After the ďŹ re lieutenants, captains and assistant chiefs were sworn in by the village clerk, Mayor/Commissioner Fosdick swore in Chief of Department La Tour. Fosdick stated that it was 30 years ago that he stood in La Tour's position being sworn in as ďŹ re chief. A bit different from the local mayor's position, he said that when he became chief he received an ofďŹ ce, a car, people did things that he requested them to do and they also waived to him with all ďŹ ve ďŹ ngers! The new captains in the ďŹ re department are Robert Stawffer, Engine Co. 1; Thomas Wilson, Engine Co. 2; Liam Radburn, Engine Co. 3; Richard Burke, Engine Co. 4; Brian Nevins, Truck Co. 1;and John Antola Jr, Truck Co. 2. The assistant ďŹ re chiefs are Peter Arciuolo and Michael Lauer. Ex-Chief John Malool is the department president. - RON JEFFERS
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Parsippany Fire district 5 accepted delivery of a 2012 Linden engine co. 4 has been assigned a 2012 e-one in Piscataway, arbor Hose Fire district 3 accepted delivery of a Spartan Force/toyne 1500-gpm/750-gwt/25Pierce impel 1500-gpm top-mount pumper sold by Fire cyclone ii 2000-gpm/500-gwt/500-gft foam-pumper gft rescue-pumper. & Safety Services.
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Springfield has accepted delivery of a 2012 Spartan erV in Franklin twp., elizabeth avenue Fire district 1 has Garfield Fire company 3 has converted a former 2006 1500-gpm/750-gwt/30a and 40b gft pumper equipped placed into service a 2012 Pierce arrow Xt 2000- Ford/braun city ambulance into a rescue support unit. with extrication equipment. gpm/750-gwt/40a gft/25 b gft pumper sold by Fire & Safety Services.
Winter operations and personnel safety Part III
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Christmas fire leaves family homeless Shortly after 5:30 p.m. on Christmas night, a call came in for visible fire at a residence. As firefighters arrived at 104 Beechwood Dr., in the Packanack Lake section of Wayne, NJ, they found a fully involved structure fire. Taking time away from their own families this Christmas Day, dozens of volunteers arrived on scene from Wayne Fire Department Companies 1, 2, 3 and 5, as well as the Wayne First Aid Squad. Initially, it was unconfirmed if the home had been occupied, but was later confirmed that the family had gone to visit relatives. The
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fire was believed to have started from a bucket of ashes earlier brought outside from the homeowner's fireplace. As firefighters worked to get the fire under control, neighbors brought out food and Christmas cookies and thanked them for their service to the community. After several hours and no major injuries, everyone on scene was able to go home. - JenniFer GabrieL
Problems may be encountered in locating and establishing a water supply. Hydrant and static water sources may be difficult to locate under snow STAYING banks SAFE o r drifting Chief Henry Campsnow. bell Some communities have local ordinances requiring the nearest resident to maintain the hydrant free of snow and debris. Other communities have an adopt-a-hydrant program in which one of the neighborhood residents maintains the hydrant. There still is no guarantee the hydrant will be clear and easy to spot. To further complicate matters, the hydrant may be frozen and will result in a delay in getting hose lines into operation. Test the hydrant before hooking into it and have a secondary water supply established as soon as possible. If your response is within an area serviced with a hydrant system, all responding engine companies should locate at a hydrant and secure a water flow
before making a commitment to that hydrant. Static water sources that have iced over will require extra time in penetrating the ice. In either situation, on board water should be used by the first in attack pumper while a water source is secured and the use of tanker relays may be the only viable source under extreme conditions. All departments, including municipal departments serviced by hydrant systems, should have a tanker relay plan in place as an alternate source of establishing a water supply. Hydrants should be checked annually and permitted to drain after each use to prevent freezing in the barrel. If you have a problem draining a hydrant, the water company should be notified to respond. Hydrants aren’t used every day, for that matter, most hydrants aren’t used at all, therefore the need for an annual or semiannual hydrant inspection program. As for static water sources, your department should have a water resource officer, who is knowledgeable as to the location of all reliable water sources within the community that can be tapped when the need arises. A map of your jurisdiction with all static water sources should be on board each apparatus.
Apparatus pumps should be drained in the winter and all lines blown free of any water. Gauges and valves have the potential to freeze and should be properly monitored and drained. It only takes a drop or two of water to freeze up and place the pumper out of commission, and usually at a most inopportune time. Front mounted pumps may have a blanket or heating unit to provide protection from cold weather and long distance responses. Secure water extinguishers in the cab of apparatus or in a heated compartment to protect from freezing. Also protect medical supplies and other items that can be affected by freezing temperatures. The placement of apparatus, especially aerial apparatus, on icy surfaces and inclines will require constant monitoring and the use of salt and or sand to aid in maintaining the stability of the vehicle and any positioned outriggers. The surfaces may not be icy when the operation begins, but as water begins to be used the hazard will develop. If the spot the apparatus is positioned looks unstable and un safe relocate to a safer position as there is no need to lose firefighters or apparatus. - continued at www.1rbn.com
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Newark, NJ. Chief Wendt and Chief Bartholemy talk after a high rise fire at 301 Irvin Turner Blvd
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Firefighters Krieger and Cospito douse the collapse area at the New Year's Eve fire in North Hudson.
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North Hudson Regional Fire & Rescue battalion chiefs, deputy chiefs and chief of department plan operations at the command post on December 31st.
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Elizabeth Rescue 1 Captain Gary Haszko (L) with his crew stand by at a seven alarm fire on December 18th.
North Hudson Regional Deputy Chief Avillo, North Hudson Regional Chief of Department Montagne and Jersey City Battalion Chief Daly discuss strategy at a North Bergen Multiple on December 30th.
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David Russell (left), President of Fire & Safety Services in South Plainfield, presented Sales Manager Vin Scalera with the organization's 2012 Golden Axe Award during their December Christmas lunch. The award is given annually to an outstanding employee.
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An East Franklin firefighter returns a blitz fire to the apparatus at a strip mall fire on Hamilton St. in Franklin Township.
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Ridgewood firefighters pose with their new Pierce Arrow XT 1500-gpm/95-foot tower ladder.
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Tim Colacci (left), Vice President of the North Hudson Firefighters Association, presented Dominick Marino, President of the Professional Firefighters Association of New Jersey, with an award for his "long and caring union career," during the North Hudson firefighters annual retirement dinner on December 7th.
KEITH ADDIE
Maplewood Captain Kevin Hayes monitors conditions in the rear of the fire building at mutual aid in Orange on December 7, 2012.
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APPARATUS OF THE MONTH A look at what’s new with apparatus around the state with John Malecky
- continued from page 52 Ambulance orders include a First Priority Renaissance Remount of a Ford E-450 chassis under a Road Rescue module, for the Lakewood EMS (Ocean County), a McCoy Miller 142SE on a Ford E350 chassis for the Chilton Hospital EMS (serving Passaic and Morris Counties) and five McCoy Miller Guardian Type II ambulances on Ford E-350 chassis. Two will go to Cardinal Ambulance in Totowa and one to A & M Ambulance Service in Paterson (both Passaic County) and one each to Phillips Ambulance in Newark (Essex County) and the Belleplain Emergency Corps in Dennis Twp. (Cape May County.) Fire & Safety Services Pierce reports include a couple of “firsts.” One is an order from the Essex County Sheriff’s Office for the first Oshkosh Defense TPV (Tactical Protector Vehicle.) It is an armored vehicle and it is the first in NJ. Other orders are a Velocity pumper for New Providence (Union County), an Arrow XT 100
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