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ORADELL FIREFIGHTERS BATTLE INFERNO

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Oradell, NJ - A three-alarm fire broke out Tuesday evening, June 12th, on Kinderkamack Road in Oradell that injured one and destroyed a two-and-a-half story frame home. Firefighters were called to 240 Kinderkamack Road just before 6:00 P.M. for a reported structure fire with flames showing.

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Jersey City Fire Department Remembers Its Fallen Members Jersey City, NJ - The Jersey City Fire Department remembers its fallen heroes. “We never forget,” said Chief of Department Steven J. McGill. On the afternoon of June 20th, firefighters, family members and friends gathered at Fire Headquarters, on Marin Boulevard, for a memorial.

The lobby of Fire Headquarters has several plaques honoring those that have served. This year, several names were added to “The Light of Eternal Bravery” plaque for their supreme sacrifice. A plaque honoring volunteer firefighters that died in the line-of-duty, before the career department was established, was also unveiled.

Battalion Chief Glenn Youncofski told the assembly that he was honored to be selected to conduct the ceremony. Father James Pagnotta offered the invocation and closing prayer. Chief McGill welcomed all that were able to attend.

As the names of the heroes were mentioned, a bell rang, and a member of the family removed the tape covering their loved one's name on the plaque. Several names were also uncovered after research that were not listed, and that was corrected, as their names were also added.

Those honored were: Hoseman Michael Feenan, Engine Co. 1, Last

JUMP TO FILE #062118114 Call 1875; Hoseman Henry Eckel, Engine Co. 22, Last Call 1970; Captain Gregory Barnas, Ladder Co. 6, Last Call 2014; Captain Mark Lee, Engine Co. 10, Last Call 2014; Firefighter James Woods, Engine Co. 14, Last Call 2014.

Volunteer firemen that were remembered were: Forman Thomas Sweet, Americus H&L Co. 2, Last Call 1854; Fireman Joseph Alexander, Empire H&L Co. 1, Last Call 1854; Fireman Edward Flannery, Hercules Engine Co. 3, Last Call 1870.

The late Ira Rubin, who was a fire dispatcher, historian and Gong Club member, was also honored.

His Last Call was March 3, 2014.

Father Pagnotta had special words for his friend who loved the FDJC and its history. Rubin spent many hours researching the department's history and locating the names of those who died in the line-of-duty to receive proper recognition. Pagnotta said Ira is looking down, with his cigar, proud that the department located the names of additional fallen members so that they could be honored, today.

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Jersey City Chief of Department Steven McGill welcomed all that assembled for the memorial ceremony to honor the department's fallen heroes, in June.

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Jersey City Firefighter Kevin Barnas removed the tag covering his father's name, Captain Gregory Barnas, Last Call February 28, 2014.

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Father James Pagnotta gave the Invocation, closing prayer, and spoke of his friend, Dispatcher Ira Rubin.

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Saddle Brook Honors Their Fallen Brother D.C. RICHARD GAIL

Newark Blaze Goes to Three Alarms Newark, NJ - Firefighters battled a third-alarm fire at 189 Johnson Ave. in Newark on May 31st. The call came in around 9:30 A.M. The fire originated in a vacant three-story frame and spread to two other similar buildings. Three families were relocated. A total of 85 firefighters worked the job.

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Saddle Brook, NJ - Some call him Lieutenant, some call him Firefighter, his parents call him son, I call him a friend; Shawn Sturdy was a member of the Saddle Brook Fire Department for six years at Engine Co. 1. He JUMP TO FILE# proudly served as 070818100 Lieutenant at Engine Co. 1., and also worked as a bridge and tunnel agent for the Port Authority. Shawn was a go-getter.

If he had an idea, he used any available resources to turn it into a reality. No matter what the idea was, how hard it would be to accomplish, or how long it would take, he dedicated whatever time and resources he had and consistently improvised, adapted and overcame.

On June 17th, Shawn passed away after complications from an ATV accident. At just 23-yearsold, he had so much to live for. As a fire officer he always kept up with training his men as well as himself. Sturdy graduated from Saddle Brook High School in 2013 and played football for the Falcons. He joined the Fire Department when he was 16-yearsold, following in the footsteps of his father, who was a member for more than 35 years and a former battalion chief.

Shawn was also a member of the Fire Department softball team. On July 7th, the team dedicated the final game of the season in his honor. During the pre-game ceremony, they retired his number 36. His family also attended and threw out the first pitch. Following the game (in which the Saddle Brook/Fair Lawn team won, defeating Wyckoff Fire Dept.), a luncheon was held at the

Saddle Brook FD Engine Co. 1 Lt., Shawn Sturdy.

Engine Co. 1 firehouse where family and friends all gathered to celebrate and honor Shawn.

Presentations were made to the Sturdy family from the township of Saddle Brook and Fair Lawn.

"Shawn was a fearless fireman and an up-and-comer in the firehouse. He definitely had all the makings to climbing all the way to the top with more time and experience. He was knowledgeable and

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even-tempered, had no enemies and was very respectful," Battalion Chief Shant Ohannessian said.

Ohannessian went on to say that "At work he was the same way as in the firehouse; he was generous, thoughtful, and fun-loving".

Shawn will be deeply missed.

Our hearts and prayers are with his mother, father and brother.

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Paterson FD Adds Name to LODD List at Memorial Service Paterson, NJ - A previously unrecognized line-of-duty death in the Paterson Fire Department was added to the other 28 firefighters that made the supreme sacrifice in their service to the PFD. Paterson Firefighter Edward Moore, who died in 1938, was added to the memorial in front of fire headquarters during the Annual Memorial Service held on June 3rd. Valor awards were presented to members for meritorious acts performed in 2017. Remarks by Congressman Bill Pascrell and city officials were made and long-time PFD Historian, Dr. Thomas Dayspring, was made the first Honorary Battalion Chief for the department. A wreath laying and a playing of Taps closed out the ceremony.

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UPS: An off-duty corrections officer rescued an unconscious driver from a burning car at Routes 535 and 32 in South Brunswick, June 17th. Donald Carson pulled the 59year-old woman from the car, that struck the rear of a tractor-trailer, after the airbag deployed. Passing by, Carson saw the woman slumped over the steering wheel and the car starting to catch fire, police said.

Carson unbuckled the victim's seat belt and carried her to safety as the car became engulfed.

DOWNS: A school bus caught fire on Chapel Rd. in Mahwah, June 12th, forcing the bus driver and a fifth-grader to evacuate the vehicle.

Flames consumed the front of the bus before spreading inside and burning the seats. Fire Chief Ken Warnet said the fire was believed to be caused by a mechanical problem.

UPS: Middletown firefighters pulled two kayakers out of the water after their kayak overturned, June 17th, near Ideal Beach, in the East Keansburg neighborhood. A marine unit from Brevent Park & Leonardo Fire Company “found two subjects in the water holding onto the kayak,” fire department spokesman Dennis Fowler said. They were rescued and taken to the Port Monmouth Cove Marina. They did not

need medical care, he added.

DOWNS: A 3-alarm fire damaged four buildings, displaced some 20 residents and sent one Hudson County sheriff's officer to the hospital, June 14th. The fire started on the top-floor and roof areas of 629 & 631 Newark Ave., Jersey City. Sheriff Officer Azmi Tosca was in front of the county administration building when he saw smoke and called the fire in. He and other officers ran into the building, and climbed up a rear fire escape, to alert and assist occupants.

UPS: On June 21st, Alejandro Alicea-Lopez was promoted to battalion chief in Paterson.

DOWNS: A 4-alarm fire on Broadway, Bayonne, took the life of a woman on June 20th. Three firefighters suffered minor injuries and at least 21 people displaced as a result of the fire.

UPS: During the week of June 17-23 the Millburn FD participated in the 2018 Firefighter Stand Down, with this year's theme being “Be aware-get checked,” which focuses on the importance of early detection through annual medical evaluations/physicals.

DOWNS: A 10-week-old German Shepherd puppy died and a family of four was displaced after a fire at a Franklin Dr. home in Vineland, June 13th.

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Changing of the Colors in West Milford West Milford, NJ - Firefighters from Company 4 of the West Milford Fire Department took action recently to replace the weather-torn flags at Veterans Park with new ones. It was noticed at the Memorial Day services that the flags were in need of replacement, so the members took action and the company bought and replaced the old flags with new ones. Over the first weekend of June, the new flags were raised and the old flags retired. The members did the replacement with honor to all of our service men and women.

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Five Volunteer Firefighters Honored for a Combined 160 Years of Service in Washington Borough Washington Boro, NJ – The Borough Mayor and Council honored five of the town’s volunteer firefighters for their years of service to the community at their May 15th meeting.

A proclamation was awarded to JUMP TO FILE# each of the follow- 060418107 ing firefighters: Rudy Bescherer, for 41 years; Steve Alpaugh, for 40 years; Charlie Weber, for 28 years; Joe Fox Sr., for 26 years; and Josh Devoe, for 25 years. In addition to being firefighters, Steve Alpaugh, Joe Fox Sr., and Josh Devoe have all served as Fire Chief in the past.

In another action during the council meeting, Firefighter Derek Martino was promoted to Lieutenant of the Fire Department.

Washington Borough Fire Department is made up of two fire companies, Steamer Company 1 and Truck Company 2, which are both housed in the

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Washington Borough Mayor and Council honored five of the town’s vol. firefighters for their years of service at the May 15th meeting. A proclamation was awarded to each of the following: Rudy Bescherer, 41 years; Steve Alpaugh, 40 years; Charlie Weber, 28 years; Joe Fox Sr., 26 years; and Josh Devoe, 25 years.

same station. Both companies are served by one Fire Chief; Dirk Higgins currently holds that posi-

tion. Each Company has their own line officers, a Captain and Lieutenant.

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Firefighter Derek Martino was promoted to Lieutenant of the Fire Department. (L to R): Martino with Fire Chief Dirk Higgins.

The Washington Borough Fire Department was established on July 2, 1883 by a resolution of the

Borough Council.

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Members of Newark Engine Co. 5 with spare Engine 38's 1994 EOne 1250-GPM/300-GWT/50-foot boom that saw original duty with Engine 16.

Members of the Egg Harbor Township EMS pose during a standby at a fire in Cardiff. (L to R): EMTs D. Zindel, R. Adams and A. Taylor.

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Jersey City Gong Club cook, Bob "Bozo" Bozewski, standing-left, makes sure everyone is set for dinner, June 23rd, as a van trip of 11 Hartford, Ct., area firefighters stopped by during their one-day tour of New York City and Hudson County.

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Oradell Firefighters Battle Inferno Oradell, NJ - A three-alarm fire broke out Tuesday evening, June 12th, on Kinderkamack Road in Oradell that injured one and destroyed a two-and-a-half story frame home.

F i r e fi g h t e r s JUMP TO FILE# were called to 240 061218118 Kinderkamack Road just before 6:00 P.M. for a reported structure fire with flames showing. Oradell Chief Bonte arrived on scene to find the front of the house well involved in fire. Units arrived on scene and stretched two lines to the front of the house, one to protect the "Bravo" exposure and the other to battle the heavy fire.

A second-alarm was transmitted as heavy fire consumed the front of the home and heavy black smoke filled the sky. Firefighters made an aggressive exterior attack, knocking down the heavy fire and protecting the "Bravo" exposure. A third-alarm was transmitted, bringing extra manpower in to assist with extensive overhaul.

At the height of the fire, the front porch fully collapsed only a few feet from an exterior line. One resident with extensive burns was reported to be rescued by a police officer and off duty JCFD firefighter.

The fire was knocked down in 30 minutes, however crews remained on scene to extinguish any further hotspots. Mutual aid from River Edge, New Milford, Paramus, and others assisted on scene.

The fire remains under investigation.

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Lawn Mower Fire Destroys Shed in Whitehouse Station Whitehouse Station, NJ - On May 29th, Whitehouse Fire Company No.1 was dispatched to 42nd Street for a report of a lawn mower on fire inside of a shed. Engines 222 and 221, along with Brush 22 went responding.

Patrol got on location and reported a JUMP TO FILE# working fire spread- 071018103 ing to an exposure shed. Lt. D'Aniello and Firefighter Hill pulled a one-andthree-quarter inch line, quickly extinguishing the fire.

In addition to Whitehouse Fire, Readington, North Branch, Lebanon Borough, and East Whitehouse Fire Departments were dispatched.

Whitehouse Rescue also responded.

The fire was placed under control in about one hour.

- NICK D'ANIELLO

As Lt. D'Aniello puts the fire out, the flames form the image of a skull.

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OLD & NEW

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Laureldale’s 2018 Pierce Enforcer rescue pumper (left) is posed next to its predecessor, a 1995 Pierce Dash pumper.

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Morning House Fire Damages Garfield Home Garfield, NJ - Fire ripped through the upper floors of a Garfield home on June 22nd. At 7:23 A.M., Garfield was dispatched for an activated fire alarm at 228 Outwater Lane. As police officers arrived, they confirmed smoke issuing from the secondfloor of the home.

DPW worker and Chief Mike Seminick arrived shortly after and confirmed a working fire on the second-floor. Heavy fire already began to vent out from the second-

JUMP TO FILE #062218112 floor windows of the building as companies arrived. Truck 4, arriving first-due, went into operation with their deck gun to knock down a good majority of the heavy fire as hand lines were put into operation. The fire was under control in about a 30 minutes.

Mutual aid from Saddle Brook with an engine, and Wallington

with a FAST team assisted on the scene, along with the Saddle Brook Vol. Ambulance Corps' fire rehab unit. Companies from Elmwood Park, Lodi, Maywood and Rochelle Park covered firehouses.

The fire is under investigation by the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office arson squad. No injuries were reported.

Thank you to the Garfield FD for assistance with this article.

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Keyport Truck 91's 2017 Pierce Ascendant model 1500-GPM/107foot quint, right, has replaced the company's veteran 1988 Seagrave 100-foot rear mount aerial ladder.

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In Piscataway Township (Middlesex County), the River Road Fire Company has in service as Rescue 655 a 2018 E-ONE Typhoon rescue truck. It sits here next to its predecessor, a 1995 Smeal on an International 4900 chassis.

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In Hudson County, the East Newark Fire Department has in service this 1989 Hahn Model 92 pumper which formerly saw service in Paramus. It has a 1750-GPM pump and 500-gallon water tank. It replaces a 1977 American LaFrance pumper.

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Vinnie Scalera, right, received the Fire & Safety Services employee's Golden Axe Award from F&S President Dave Russell, in 2012.

A Friend of 1st Responder News Has Left Us Vinnie Scalera, a service manager at Fire & Safety Services in South Plainfield, passed away in June. He was a good friend to 1st Responder News, and a man who loved his job.

Vinnie was a former mechanic at Central Jersey Mack in Edison; and, in 1984 he went on to spend his career with Fire & Safety Services.

He was a member of the South Plainfield Volunteer Fire Depart-

JUMP TO FILE #070218101 ment and an Exempt firefighter.

He was an avid collector of American Flyer trains and Mack toys. In addition, he displayed a large collection of Matchbox fire apparatus that surrounded his desk.

His friends and colleagues described Vinnie as a 'mentor', 'help-

ful', and a 'class act'. He was also described as an integral piece of Fire & Safety Services' family for 34years.

Vinnie was the definition of 'gentleman', and a 'good guy'. His experience and friendship will be missed by many for a long time to come.

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The Somerville Rescue Squad has placed into service a 1990 E-One Hurricane model this year, that saw original duty with Piscataway Fire District 1.

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ATV Accident in Bass River Sends One to Trauma Center Photographed between two fence posts at the Hasbrouck Heights pistol range is this 1994 Walter crash truck which originally served the Teterboro Airport and later the Hasbrouck Heights Fire Department until taken out of service due to disrepair. It has been relegated to storage in a lot near the range.

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Bass River, NJ - Just after 4:00 P.M. on June 29th, Station 421 out of New Gretna was dispatched for an ATV accident. Once on scene, EMS requested a Medevac for a patient with a head injury. Great Bay EMS responded and ALS was AtlantiCare Medic 7. West Tuckerton FD assisted with the landing zone. MONOC 1 was the ship. After a few minutes, the patient was loaded and flown to a nearby trauma center for their injuries.

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At this Independence Day time of year, Old Glory flies above the Paterson Tour Commander's gig-a Chevy Tahoe.

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Atlantic City Engine 1 used this 1978 Mack MB model 1000-GPM/500-GWT pumper.

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Ridgewood duty captains respond to alarms in this 2017 Chevy Tahoe, known as Car 38.

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Allendale Chief Ryan Shute operates a 2017 Ford Expedition.

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In Franklin Township District 2, Griggstown Chief Darrell Myers answers alarms with a 2017 Ford F-250 4WD truck with custom work

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Camden Engine 8 rolled to fires with a 1976 Maxim "S" model 1250-GPM/500-GWT pumper.

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Clifton Restaurant Damaged by Two-Alarm Fire Clifton, NJ - A middle eastern restaurant was damaged in a twoalarm fire on June 5th, forcing the establishment to close for an extended time as repairs are made.

The Clifton Fire Department was sent to 1551 Main Ave. at about 2:15 A.M. for a fire reported by a JUMP TO FILE# passing motorist. 060518107 Visible fire was showing on the “B” side and a secondalarm was transmitted. Lines were stretched and hit the flames that were in an area where the trash was kept. Coals from cooking were also known to be put there.

Companies also entered the restaurant and accessed the roof to check for extension and to vent. The main area of the restaurant was free of any fire damage, but did receive smoke damage. There was fire extension found as the roof was opened up, which was quickly dealt with.

The fire was placed under control in less than one hour with no reported injuries. Passaic and Paterson firefighters assisted at the scene.

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EMSCNJ Launches GoFundMe Page for Monument Celebrating 9/11 EMS Responders Sayreville, NJ – The EMS Council of New Jersey (EMSCNJ) has begun a GoFundMe campaign to raise money for its memorial honoring 9/11 EMS responders.

The monument, featuring a piece of steel beam from the World Trade Center, will be the only one in the U.S. dedicated exclusively to all the emergency medical services personnel who responded that day.

More than 100 people, including local, state and Congressional representatives, as well as EMS, fire and police personnel from around the state, took part in a Sept. 10, 2017 groundbreaking ceremony in Keansburg.

The marker will sit next to the borough’s existing 9/11 memorial on Beachway Ave., its placement in direct line with where the World Trade Center stood across the Raritan Bay. The 5-foot-long, 338-pound portion of rusty, twisted steel measuring 34inches wide and 29-inches high will be displayed between replicas of the Twin Towers.

The 89-year-old nonprofit New Jersey State First Aid Council, doing business as the EMSCNJ, represents 20,000 EMS volunteers affiliated with more than 260 EMS agencies throughout the state. It was among 1,132 organizations to be awarded an artifact from the Twin Towers rub-

JUMP TO FILE #071218103 ble. Since taking possession of the steel beam in 2011 from the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, EMSCNJ officials searched for an appropriate site for a memorial to honor the dozens of EMS responders who died Sept. 11, 2001, as well as the countless New Jersey EMS volunteers and responders from several states who pitched in to help that day and for weeks afterward.

"The memorial will include information about the terrorist attacks, and a seating area for quiet reflection,” said EMSCNJ President Joseph G. Walsh, Jr. “It will be dedicated to all the EMS responders who gave their time and some, sadly, their lives to assist and protect the public."

“It will be the only monument of its kind in the country dedicated exclusively to 9/11 EMS responders," Walsh added. “Although it’s a sad reminder of that horrific day, the steel beam also represents spirit and resilience, which are necessary attributes for EMS providers. We are immensely grateful for being entrusted with its guardianship.”

More than 400 ambulances responded to either Liberty State Park

New Jersey State First Aid Council Past Presidents, (L to R): Sue Van Orden, Mary Ann Ferrara, Howard Meyer and Barbara Aras took part in the 2017 groundbreaking service.

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or the Meadowlands on Sept. 11, 2001, Walsh said. From there, many EMSCNJ member ambulances were sent to Chelsea Pier for standby. Others were paired with FDNY EMTs to respond to 911 calls in New York

City.

The GoFundMe page address: https://www.gofundme.com/911ems-memorial Anyone wishing to donate directly to the organization should

make checks payable to “NJSFAC 9/11 Memorial” and mail them to Treasurer Ken Weinberg, PO Box 347, Pittstown, NJ 08867.

- SYLVIE MULVANEY

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STILL IN SERVICE

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"Charlie/David" side of the structure during fire suppression operations.

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Still in service at the Englewood Cliffs Fire Department in Bergen County is this 1994 Seagrave Model JP Apollo 105-foot platform.

It has a 1500-GPM pump, 250-gallon water tank and a 7.5-kw generator.

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Firefighters Experience Smoke Explosion at Allamuchy Structure Fire Allamuchy, NJ - Shortly after 8:00 P.M. on Friday, June 1st, Allamuchy firefighters were alerted for a reported structure fire on Oakcrest Drive. Chief Rick Lomonaco was first to arrive, confirming an active deck fire with extension to the structure.

The crew on first-due Engine 91-61 quickly stretched a line to the front door to attack the blaze that worked its way into the living room of the house. Hackettstown Fire arrived immediately behind 91-61 and began to extinguish the rear of the structure.

JUMP TO FILE #060418116 Interior crews worked their way up to the second-floor to find a light smoke condition with no visible fire.

As members began searching for the attic stairs, a smoke explosion occurred in the attic, blowing out the B-side of the house and dropping ceiling debris on two firefighters.

Both members were able to quickly gain their bearings, radio to command with the update, and exit the structure to reset themselves for

what was then staged to be a long night.

The fire took over the attic of the structure and evacuation tones were sounded. Firefighters from several companies assisted in establishing a heavy water flow into the house. The fire was extinguished around 11:00 P.M., and all units were clear by 1:00 A.M. Multiple fire departments from Warren, Morris and Sussex Counties assisted with firefighting operations, water supply, and station coverage.

- JAMES BESSEMER

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This 1990 Pierce Lance from Pottersville Fire in Bedminster Twp. (Somerset County) is still in service.

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Drop and give me 20! An East Orange captain does a few push-ups during a third-alarm on South Grove Street.

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Ocean County First Responders Welcome Home a Hero

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On the morning of May 31st, members of North Hudson Marine 2 were underway to a call of an unoccupied pleasure cruiser adrift in Weehawken Cove.

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Hackensack Firefighters Remember Their Heroes

Fall River, MA - "In 1998, the Fire Department issued a challenge to the Fire Companies to come up with a logo for their respective company. My Company was first commissioned in 1873 as Massasoit Engine Company Five, so we came up with a logo that featured an Indian wearing a fire helmet inside a Maltese cross emblem. My tattoo is a replica of the Indian on the logo." -Kenneth Leger

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Hackensack, NJ - Some have come to Fairmount Memorial Park every July 1st, and others showed up for the first time. They gather to remember those five members of the Hackensack Fire Department that perished when the roof of a burn- JUMP TO FILE# ing auto dealership 070318109 collapsed and took those brave men from us, in 1988.

Current and retired members of the department, along with family members and friends assembled in the extreme heat to remember what happened 30-years ago.

Firefighters came from area departments, that operated at that 1988 fire, as well as other firefighters from New Jersey, FDNY and Harrisburg, PA. Chief of Department Thomas Freeman welcomed all in attendance for their support over the years. An estimated 150 people were present to pay their respects and remember. Two wreaths were placed at the five monuments that represent the five fallen members, and for all HFD members that are no longer with us.

Those who perished in 1988 were: Captain Richard Williams; Lieutenant Richard Reinhagen; and Firefighters William Kreska, Leonard Radumski and Stephen Ennis.

After this tragedy, the state passed a law requiring placards be posted near the entrances of structures with bow-truss roofs. “The lives of these honorable men will never be forgotten, as they are always in all of our memories," Chief Freeman said.

After a recent reevaluation conducted by the Insurance Service Office (ISO), the Hackensack

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Fallen heroes receive a salute from city and area firefighters.

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MEMORIAL BOARD

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At the Ridgefield Park Fire Department's annual Independence Day inspection and awards ceremony, ex-Chief Albert S. Knaub, 90, was to received an award for 65-years of service to the Department. ExChief Knaub passed away several days before that special day.

Chief Knaub was a US Navy veteran that served his county during World War II. He was a retired businessman and cofounder of the Ridgefield Park Lions. He was also a member of the local Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion, Rotary, Elks and Knights of Columbus.

During the Independence Day ceremony, Fire Department chief officers presented Knaub's wife of 71-years, Johanna, with his award, as family members stood at her side.

When members of Engine Co. 4 lined up next to their apparatus for the inspection, they placed turnout gear in the spot where their veteran member usually stood. During the parade that followed, a banner was placed on the side of the rig honoring his memory.

- RON JEFFERS

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East Orange, NJ - A threealarm fire tore through a commercial building in East Orange on the morning of June 2nd. Shortly before 9:55 A.M., firefighters were called to Crosstown JUMP TO FILE# Plumbing Supply 060318104 located at 196 South Grove Street at Central Avenue after receiving reports of smoke coming from the building.

As companies arrived they were greeted with heavy smoke issuing from the building. A second-alarm was quickly struck, followed by a third-alarm shortly after. Firefighters attempted an interior attack, but heavy smoke and fire kept them at bay. As Truck 1 reported heavy smoke and fire from openings on the roof, companies were ordered to evacuate the roof and the inside the building.

As heavy fire vented through the roof, ladder pipes from East Orange Trucks 1 and 2, as well as Newark Ladder 7 and Montclair Truck 2 all went into operation.

Numerous outside lines and ground monitors were also put into operation.

Mutual aid from West Orange, Montclair, Belleville, Irvington and Newark assisted on scene. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time, and there was no word on any injuries. A minor rekindle occurred the next day, which was quickly extinguished.

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Forked River FD (Station 60) from Lacey Twp. recently hosted a water tender drill. Following is a statement about the drill that Chief D. Scott Knauer sent out: The drill will be held at a simulated fire scene near the intersection of Andover Rd. and Pitney Court, which is located off of Lacey Road west of the Garden State Parkway. Water will be shuttled by tanker trucks from fire hydrants east of the Garden State Parkway near Municipal Lane and Calvin Streets and delivered to the simulated fire scene.

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Two Injured in Crash on Route 57 in Washington Twp. Washington Twp., NJ - On May 28th at 7:43 P.M., emergency crews were dispatched to a two-car crash with reported injuries at the intersection of State Highway 57 and Mill Pond Road.

The crash involved a Mazda 3 and a Mitsubishi. Washington Rescue Squad transported two injured patients to the hospital. The adult female driver of the Mazda went to St. Luke's Warren in Phillipsburg, while an adult female occupant of

JUMP TO FILE #052918108 the Mitsubishi went to St. Luke's Bethlehem trauma center in Pennsylvania.

Initially, air medical was requested for the occupant of the Mitsubishi, but was later canceled.

There were two other vehicle occupants that refused medical treatment at the scene. SH 57 was closed in

both directions during the incident.

Responding to the call were the Washington Twp. Police Dept. (Patrol 76), Washington Twp. Fire Dept. (Station 76), Washington Rescue Squad (83 Rescue), Lopatcong Rescue Squad (74 Rescue), and Paramedics from Hunterdon Medical Center (EMS 2).

The Washington Twp. Police are handling the crash investigation.

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The purpose of the drill is to test a newly formed plan which addresses fire protection for the western portion of the Fire Department’s response area.

The Forked River FD has 50+ homes and a few commercial buildings that range from 2,500square-feet to 18,000-squarefeet in this area; however, there are no fire hydrants to support effective fire control. The plan is intended to provide a rapid delivery of water in the event the fire exceeds the department’s initial response.

During all phases of the drill, fire apparatus will respond with no lights or sirens and proceed with the normal flow of traffic.

However, the amount of fire ap-

paratus could catch the eye of a passing motorist. To avoid any confusion, fire and police personnel may be present near critical intersections on the shuttle route to maintain visibility near busy areas. Traffic signs and message boards may also be utilized to alert the public.

Participating agencies in the drill include: Forked River FD– primary drill organizer, Lanoka Harbor FD & Fire Police, Bamber Lakes FD, Bayville FD, Pinewald Pioneer FD, Manitou Park FD, Whiting FD, Waretown FD, Barnegat FD, Stafford FD, Eagleswood FD, Warren Grove FD, Toms River # 1 FD, Toms River #2 FD, Lacey Twp. EMS, Ocean County Fire Coordinators, Ocean County Sheriff’s Department–Communications, Lacey Twp. PD, and Lacey Twp. Office of Emergency Management.

The Forked River FD would like to inform the public that they are 100% volunteer, as are many of the drill participants.

Specifically, Forked River FD has been since 1928. Please remember to support your local Fire Department and First Aid Squad during donation drives and fundraising to sustain their invaluable service.

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Tower Ladder in service.

Passaic Firefighter Joe Ivanicki is seen here taking a roof apart to expose the fire.

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Independence Day Tradition in Ridgefield Park Ridgefield Park, NJ - Despite the warm temperature and high humidity, local firefighters and their families, along with village officials and friends assembled at the Memorial Bell on Euclid Avenue for the Fire Department's annual inspection and awards ceremony, July 4th.

Chief James Van Der Tulip and Assistant Chiefs John Antola Jr. and Rodney Wagner, along with Fire Commissioner George Fosdick, welcomed all that assembled to honor their local firefighters. Chief Van Der Tulip said his dedicated volunteer members had already gone through 922-hours of training, this year.

Leading up to the inspection on this special day, firefighters participate in a firefighting drill, held by a team of inspectors. They are not told in advance what that drill will consist of, to see how they perform. They are also given a written test, answering firefighting related questions. On Independence Day morning, firefighters' apparatus and equipment are checked. In addition, they go through a rigorous uniform inspection conducted by former Little Falls Chief Ed Pomponio. Hair cuts, belt buckles,

JUMP TO FILE #070918104 shoulder patches, and even socks are checked. The best company wins the annual trophy at the end of the day, following the Main Street parade. This year, Truck Co. 2 took home the honors.

Service awards were presented, which included a 50-year award to Donald Voorhees. ExChief and Life Member, Albert Knaub of Engine Co. 4, was scheduled to received his 65-year award, but he recently passed away. Knaub was a World War II veteran and a member of many community groups. His award was presented to his wife, Jenny, with family members in attendance.

Commissioner Fosdick, a former history teacher, offered a history of Independence Day. He reminded us that "our founders wanted Americans to enjoy 'Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness'. Today is a day to pursue 'happiness'. This is a day to celebrate,� he concluded.

- RON JEFFERS

Ridgefield Park ex-Chief Albert Knaub's wife, Jenny, accepted the 65-year service award in memory of her late husband during the department's Independence Day inspection and awards ceremony.

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Hunterdon County 200 Club Awards Four Pattenburg Rescue Squad Members for Merit Clinton, NJ - The 200 Club of Hunterdon County held its annual Valor and Merit Awards Banquet on May 2nd at the Clinton Holiday Inn. Every year they recognize Hunterdon County’s First Responders who go above and beyond the call of duty while performing extraordinary service and/or risking their lives to save others. In- JUMP TO FILE# cluded in this group 050618101 are the Police Officers, State Troopers, Volunteer Firefighters, First Aid Squad Members, Sheriff's Officers, Prosecutor's Office personnel, and Citizens of Hunterdon County.

The 200 Club handed out 32 awards at the banquet for events that occurred in 2017 to members of the following organizations: Clinton First Aid and Rescue Squad, Clinton Police Dept., Pattenburg Rescue Squad, Clinton Twp. Police Dept., and New Jersey State Police. Retired Chief of Police Sebastian Donaruma of Readington Township and retired Chief of Police Thomas Holmes from Tewksbury Township were also recognized for their service.

Four members of the Pattenburg Rescue Squad received Certificate of Merit Awards for an incident in 2017.

On April 5, 2017 EMT Patricia Kemple, EMT Paul Pasquarella, EMT Mike Hoser, and FF/EMT Connor Beaton responded to a dispatch for a heart attack call at 8:19 P.M. at a residence in Union Township. They arrived on location in about three minutes and found the victim in an upstairs bathroom, on the floor with no pulse or breathing.

EMTs Kemple and Pasquarella immediately began CPR using a high flow bag-valve mask. EMTs Hoser and Beaton rotated performing CPR and resuscitation. An AED was applied to the victim and indicated that there was a shockable rhythm.

The first shock was administered at 8:27 P.M., followed by a second and then a third. At 8:32 P.M. a heart beat returned with spontaneous respiration.

The victim was then loaded into their rig and transported to Hunterdon Medical Center in Raritan Township where he was admitted to the coronary care unit and eventually discharged to go back home a few days later.

A life was saved as a result of this team’s hard work, quick decision making, efficient communications and professional conduct, which included their rapid response to the scene, administering CPR in under four minutes of receiving the call for help, and applying the AED with three shocks

being delivered in under nine minutes of receiving the call.

For their proficient actions in saving a life, EMT Patricia Kemple, EMT Paul Pasquarella, EMT Mike Hoser, and FF/EMT Connor Beaton were awarded with the 200 Club’s Certificate of Merit.

Over 50 years ago a Detroit businessman elicited generous responses when he asked 100 business friends to contribute $200 each to the family of a young local police officer who was fatally wounded in the line of duty. This selfless act was the beginning of the 200 Club.

The 200 Club of Hunterdon County was established in 1976 as a New Jersey not-for-profit corpo-

ration to provide financial assistance to families of any police officer, fire, rescue, and emergency management personnel providing such services to the citizens of Hunterdon County who have lost their lives or become disabled in the line of duty. The Club stands ready at a moment's notice to provide assistance should the need ever arise. The Club is governed by an all-volunteer 15-member Board of Trustees. Officers of the Club include President Peter DeLoria, Vice President Frank Fuzo, Secretary Rich Reiner, and Treasurer Les Hall. The Club currently has over 300 members.

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(L to R): EMT Paul Pasquarella, EMT Mike Hoser, and EMT Patricia Kemple at the 200 Club of Hunterdon County annual Valor and Merit Awards Banquet in Clinton on May 2nd.

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Medevac Needed for Child Fall Victim in Bass River

Bass River, NJ - During the early afternoon of June 25th, a 9-1-1 call came in reporting a child fall victim at a playground across the street from the firehouse. Responders were on scene quickly and requested a medevac for a head injury.

Great Bay EMS responded as well as New Gretna Fire Dept.

Firefighters set up the landing zone and Great Bay transported the patient. Medic 7 from AtlantiCare was the ALS unit. Medevac 5, also out of AtlantiCare, was the ship and arrived 15 minutes after being dispatched. The patient was checked out and then loaded and transported to a Trauma Center for their injuries. Pictured is Capt. Zimmerman from Great Bay EMS holding the older brother of the child that was injured, both watching the Medevac as it arrived.

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North Hudson acting Deputy Chief Marc Franco, left, goes over details with Union City police after a partial structural collapse at the old NJ Transit bus bars on New York Avenue, June 27th. In recent years, the two-block long structure has been used by the city's Department of Public Works. A private contractor dumpster truck's lift struck the overhead bay area and the collapse ensued. Debris fell on, and crushed, a DPW supervisor's car, but there were no injuries.

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eLEND joins Heroes Mortgage Program to offer down payment assistance for heroes

For many Americans, funding the down payment necessary to realize a dream of home ownership simply is not possible; and squirreling away the dollars to do so on a limited budget could mean several years of renting and waiting to buy a house. In some cases, first responders and other community service employees have trouble affording homes in the areas where they work.

With a purchase as big as buying a home, a little help can go a long way.

The Advantage Program, introduced to the Heroes Mortgage platform by eLEND, helps hometown heroes like police officers, volunteer and paid firefighters, EMS workers, medical professionals and educators purchase a home within the community where they work, even in high-cost areas. The unique down payment assistance program was specifically designed for those who make a difference in other people’s lives, as well as first time home buyers.

“The Heroes Mortgage platform helps connect members of the emergency services community with lenders that are specifically interested in working with them,” said Joseph P. Belsito, publisher of 1st Responder Newspaper.

“The Advantage Program created by eLEND is exactly what makes the Heroes Mortgage Pro-

“We’re excited to introduce our Advantage Program to the Heroes Mortgage platform. It’s our way of trying to help hometown heroes advance their dreams of home ownership.”

- BILL PACKER Executive Vice President eLEND

gram a valuable resource for heroes in our community looking for home financing.”

Grant provides help to homebuyers Many buyers wait patiently on the sidelines, saving money and watching interest rates rise. Unlike many other home buying assistance programs, eLEND’s Advantage Program provides a grant for the down pay-

ment. These resources can immediately build a borrower’s buying power, helping them act on a purchase more quickly for either that first home, or a move-up home as the family has grown and needs more space.

Qualified buyers can receive grants up to 2% of the purchase price, minimizing the

down payment dollars needed at closing.

The grant is “forgivable” so it doesn’t have to be paid back, and there are no resale or borrower repayment restrictions. In the state of Wisconsin, appraisal cost (up to $700) is credited back at closing. This program is not yet available in Hawaii or Washington.

To qualify, a borrower need only meet one of the following very flexible requirements: a current, retired, volunteer or professional first responder (police officer, firefighter, paramedic, emergency medical technician, etc.), educator, medical personnel, civil servant or military personnel, or a first-time homebuyer or meet certain income requirements.

“We’re excited to introduce our Advantage Program to the Heroes Mortgage platform,” said Bill Packer, executive vice president of eLEND, a division of American Financial Resources, Inc. “It’s our way of trying to help hometown heroes advance their dreams of home ownership.”

For more information or to check your eligibility for The Advantage Program, visit www.heroesmortgage.com/AdvantageProgram or call 877-541-HERO.

For more information or to check your eligibility for The Advantage Program, visit www.heroesmortgage.com/AdvantageProgram or call 877-541-HERO.

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time served as a technical consultant for the T.V. series, Emergency.

I’ll let you, the reader, comprehend his impressive bio.

These essays are grouped into 12 sections. Such topics are One Man’s Career, Extraordinary People, Fire Service Culture, California Firestorms, When Things Go Wrong, The Ride of My Life, Fire Chiefs, Getting Things Done through People, Ink Fights, Keep The Lawyers Out Of This, Bureaucratic Foibles, and Movies And Television. There are two to four stories in each of these groups, none of which are very long but all very interesting. There is also an epilogue.

The only photo (other than two small black and white ones of the author), is of the author at the back bumper of a replica of old Rescue 11, a 1947 Ford panel truck which was formerly a plumber’s truck for sale in Minnesota that he bought and later restored to look like the first rescue truck he was assigned to.

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While Flemington's 1928 American LaFrance rolls out to the parade, additional fire apparatus were still entering the park to participate in the day's events.

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Another Enjoyable Tri-Counties Muster Jamesburg, NJ - Firefighters and apparatus enthusiasts gathered at Thompson County Park for the Tri-Counties annual apparatus muster, parade and flea market, June 24th. Mother Nature toyed with participants with rain, clouds and fog early on, but then parted the sky for sunlight.

Once again, apparatus, old and new, assembled for all to enjoy and remember the past. Apparatus privately owned and still owned by fire companies were well represented.

In addition, the New Jersey Forest Service and the Friends of the New Jersey Transportation Heritage Center were represented. Over 50 vehicles, in all.

One of the earliest vintage units was Flemington's 1928 American LaFrance engine. There were Mack CF models, American LaFrance Series 700 and 900 models, and a whole lot more. A newcomer was

JUMP TO FILE #062918109 former Roosevelt, N.J.'s 1970 Mack CF model that is now privately owned. What makes this rig more unique is the fact that the Roosevelt Fire Department no longer exists.

The Mack saw original duty in Freehold Borough.

The transportation group brought along two buses. One was a green colored 1973 GM transit bus and an emergency service bus! Yes, the white colored 1981 Grumman Flexible model that was converted into a NJ Transit police command post in 1992. This bus entered the historic fleet in 2012.

The Tri-Counties group is photo friendly and had their usual sign posted at the entrance of the park as a staging area, so photographers could document the participating

vehicles before they reported to the registration desk.

As the parade through Jamesburg commenced, there were still some apparatus entering the park to register, turn around, and become part of the parade.

There were plenty of fire-related vendors present with their goods, and the Jamesburg Fire Department handled the refreshment stand.

In a time when some area musters are beginning to fade out, the Tri-Counties muster committee should be congratulated for all of their hard work and dedication. It should be noted that the group is looking for fire departments to volunteer an aerial ladder or platform to display the American Flag above the muster site in the future. You can contact Gary Avazier at sparkygwa@aol.com.

- RON JEFFERS

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Judging for trophy winners.

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Pin Job for Mt. Olive Emergency Services Mt. Olive, NJ - On June 12th, Mt. Olive Twp. Emergency Services was called to an MVA on Route #46 at the Trade Zone involving a car and a flatbed truck. On arrival the driver of the car was pinned. Flanders Fire made the cut and EMS transported the driver.

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Montclair Truck 2, a 2016 Pierce Arrow XT 100-foot rear-mount in operation at a third-alarm fire in East Orange on June 2nd on South Grove Street.

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FACES OF NEW JERSEY’S EMERGENCY SERVICES

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Jersey City Captain Len Rybicki, right, of Ladder Co. 8, and North Hudson 1st Battalion Chief Dan Fresse, take a blow after battling a mutual aid fire in the downtown section of Jersey City, June 14th.

Captain Rybicki will retire in December after 37-years of service.

Wallington Chief of Dept. Ken Friedman oversees operations on Paterson Ave. during a two-alarm fire back in April.

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Members of the West Orange Fire Dept. stand by their new Pierce pumper assigned to Engine 2. (L to R): FF’s B. D’Amato, A. Tedesco, Captain C. Ruta and Deputy Chief D. Shelley.

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Current and retired members of the Paterson Fire Department along with politicians at the 2018 Paterson FD Memorial Service on June 3rd.

A Jersey City Medical Center EMT gives oxygen to a cat rescued from a 2-alarm fire on Third St., June 14th.

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Newark Ladder Co. 7 has been assigned a new E-One 110-foot rear mount aerial ladder, with 220" wheelbase and 11' 2" overall height, sold by Absolute Fire Protection Co.

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In Warren Twp., the Mount Bethel Fire Company has Hopatcong Engine 151 is a 2018 Pierce Enforcer 1500placed their first aerial device into service with the de- GPM/1000-GWT/20-GFT unit with Husky Foam System, livery of a 2018 Pierce Velocity 2000-GPM/107-foot quint, sold by Fire & Safety Services. sold by Fire & Safety Services.

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In Piscataway, Possumtown District 2 has a new Spartan 2000-GPM/750-GWT/50-GFT pumper with a light tower and Harrison generator. It was sold by Campbell Supply Co.

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Roselle Engine 5 has been assigned a 2015 Spartan In Franklin Twp., the Community Fire Company placed 1500-GPM/500-GWT/40-GFT pumper, sold by Campbell into service a 2017 Spartan Metro Star 2000-GPM/750GWT/50-GFY rescue-pumper, sold by Campbell Supply Supply Co. Co.

In the Township of Hamilton, the Laureldale Fire Com- Piscataway District 5 placed into service a Ford F250 In Piscataway, River Road District 2 accepted delivery pany received a 2018 Pierce Enforcer 1500-GPM/1000- 4x4 crew cab pickup truck as Unit 5. of a 2018 E-One Typhoon model heavy rescue that carGWT/20-GFT pumper, sold by Fire & Safety Services. ries six extrication tools. It was sold by Absolute Fire Protection Co.

Aberdeen Engine 497 is a 2018 Pierce Enforcer 2000- Newark Ladder Co. 11 will be assigned a 2018 E-One Cy- The Sparta Fire Department in Sussex County recently GPM/500-GWT pumper with fully enclosed top-mount clone 110-foot rear mount aerial ladder, sold by Absolute received a 2017 Emergency One Cyclone Pumper. It has a 2000-GPM pump, 1000-gallon water tank, and 30-gallon pump panel, sold by Fire & Safety Services.

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Early Morning Fire Destroys Garage and Trailer in Glen Gardner RON JEFFERS

At this year's Independence Day inspection for the Ridgefield Park Fire Department, Judge Ed Pomponio conducted a multi-blacksock-inspection, as opposed to his individual checks of the past.

Glen Gardner, NJ – Firefighters from several communities were dispatched to a working garage fire at a residence on Glen View Place around 3:55 A.M. on July 12th. The detached garage and an enclosed trailer that was parked next to it were both destroyed by the fire.

There was also exterior damage to the side of the house that faced the garage.

The residence is located at the end of a dead-end lane, about 400feet from Glen Manor Road. A fiveinch supply line was laid from the front of the fire scene to a fire plug on Glen Manor Road, 750-feet

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The last firefighters cleared the scene around 6:15 A.M.; the Glen Gardner Fire Marshal remained on the scene to investigate. Glen Manor Road was closed to traffic during the incident. The homeowner was home at the time of the fire, but there were no reported injuries.

Responding to the fire were the

NJ State Police Washington Station, Glen Gardner FD (Station 12), Hampton FD (Station 13), Lebanon Twp. FD (Station 19), Califon FD RIC Team (Station 44), Station 51 (Clinton FD duty night), Annandale Hose Co. (Station 46), High Bridge FD (Station 14), Franklin Twp. FD (Warren County Station 57), Hunterdon County Fire Coordinators (Station 86), Hampton Rescue Squad (13 Rescue), High Bridge Rescue Squad (14 Rescue), and Glen Gardner's Fire Marshal (Station 19).

- RICHARD MAXWELL

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On Flag Day, June 14th, of all days, the post holding up Old Glory at the rear of the cab of North Hudson Ladder 4 bent, at the scene of a mutual aid fire in downtown Jersey City.

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LITTLE BIG GUYS If you have photos you would like to see in our Little Big Guys feature, please upload them on our website www.1stResponderNews.com or email them to Lindsey@1stResponderNews.com.

This month we feature a 2015 Kimtek Medlite unit with the Millburn Fire Department in Essex County.

As can be seen, this vehicle is for responses to tight or otherwise hard to get areas. Part ot the idea of getting this vehicle (as I was told) was born out of a tragedy which took place in a shopping center parking ramp in a neighboring town in which it was difficult to get an ambulance as close to the patient as possible. This vehicle would be able to accomplish the mission. It has a Polaris engine and five seats, a front winch, EMS attendant’s seat next to a Stokes litter in which the patient is placed, BLS equipment, collars, forcible entry tools, flares and an oxygen bottle holder. It is designated Ranger 1.

Firefighters were shroud in smoke as they battled a fire involving an Oleri Terrace fire in Fort Lee, June 16th.

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Millburn's Ranger 1, 2015 Kimtek Medlite medical transport unit. It is used for limited access areas such as parking garages and off-road.

"Opening up" located some concealed fire.

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Smoky Fire Battled in Fort Lee Fort Lee, NJ - Borough and area firefighters teamed up to fight a fire that involved an Oleri Terrace home, June 16th.

Shortly after 3:30 P.M., volunteer firefighters were dispatched to that location for a reported fire in the home. Heavy smoke was showing as they arrived, with a fire in the attic area. A general alarm was transmitted for all four Fort Lee fire companies to respond. This was followed by a special call for an engine from Palisades Park and a ladder from Cliffside Park.

Firefighters made an aggressive attack as the fire dropped down to the next story of the structure. Numerous hose lines were put into action, and firefighters used saws and hooks to open up roof areas, walls and ceilings to stop the spread of flames. As progress was being made, crews came outside for relief on the warm afternoon and received bottles of water.

Several firefighters were examined for heat exhaustion at the scene by borough EMTs. There were no serious injuries. People in the neighborhood said there was work being done to the roof of the dwelling when the fire occurred.

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Right/rear view of Millburn's Ranger 1 which has seating for five and patient transport capability.

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River Road’s E-ONE Has 6 Point HRT System In Middlesex County, the River Road Fire Company of Piscataway Township placed into service a new E-ONE rescue truck. Mounted on a Typhoon chassis, it has an E-ONE six point HRT system which allows the operation of up to six rescue tools simultaneously. Absolute Fire Protection, the dealer, tells us that there have been a number of previous deliveries with either this system or a variation of it. Features of the vehicle include a Cummins ISL 9, 450-hp diesel engine, a 19-foot non-walk-in body, a Harrison 15-kw hydraulic generator, Will Burt Night Scan, a Warn 15,000pound front winch and a 9,000-pound portable winch with four receivers.

Also in Middlesex County, the Iselin Fire Company in District 9 added another Seagrave pumper. It has a Marauder II chassis with a Cummins ISL 9, 450-hp diesel engine, a Hale Qmax single-stage 2000-GPM pump, UPF 750gallon water tank and a Zico ladder rack. It has FRC 12-volt lighting, so there is no generator.

Fair Lawn Heavy Rescue Squad (Bergen County) placed a new Spartan/Rescue 1 rescue truck into service.

It has a 20-foot non-walk-in body with a roof access stairway, 35-kw generator, air cascade and 9,000-pound portable winch with four receivers. It replaced a Hackney hazmat which is now at the Bergen County Fire Academy, and a 3D heavy rescue which is now at the Bergen County Sheriff’s Department.

In Monmouth County, the Freehold Boro Fire Department placed into service their second Spartan ER unit. The pumper joins a 2012 mid-mount platform. Also shown is their 1999 ALF/Saulsbury pumper which was sold when ALF had come back into business but was not yet building their own bodies, only cabs and chassis which were available to body manufacturers.

Two interesting Pierce apparatus are also featured this month. One is a pumper for Morris Township (Morris County), and the other a platform quint in the River Road VFD. In dealer news, Absolute Fire Protection is prepping three E-ONE 110-foot Metro RM aerials for the Newark Fire Department (Essex County), and they received apparatus orders as follows: For the Holland FC (Hunterdon County), a Typhoon eMAX pumper with stainless steel body, CAFS, front and rear intakes, Cummins ISL 9, 450hp diesel engine, severe duty interior, galvanized frame and cross members, 1030-gallon water and 30-gallon Class “A” foam tanks, three Trident primers, TFT Hurricane RC monitor, E-ONE Axis smart truck tech and Will Burt Night Scan Chief tower.

For the Jersey City FD (Hudson County), a Metro 100-foot ladder on a Cyclone II chassis with Cummins ISX 12, 500-hp diesel engine, rear facing dual staircases, LTH100 Low Travel Height ladder 10-foot seven-inch OAL and Whelen warning and scene lighting.

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Freehold Borough E-15-77, 1999 ALF Eagle/Saulsbury, 1500/500 with 8-kw generator.

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River Road's R-655, 2018 E-ONE Typhoon with 15-kw generator and fixed and portable winches. It was sold by Absolute Fire Protection.

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Fair Lawn Heavy Rescue Squad, R-1, 2018 Spartan Gladiator/Rescue 1 with 35-kw generator, air cascade and 9,000-pound portable winch. It was sold by New Jersey Emergency Vehicles.

River Road's T-656, 2014 Pierce Velocity 2000/300/100-foot. It has a 15-kw generator and was sold by Fire & Safety Services.

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Morris Township E-2, 2017 Pierce Saber, 1500/500/30 and 6.5-kw generator. It was sold by Fire & Safety Services.

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Freehold Borough E-15-80, 2018 Spartan ER Gladiator, 2000/600/40.

It has a 10-kw generator, awning, air cascade and Will Burt Night Scan. It was sold by Campbell Supply Co., LLC.

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lighting, front and rear intakes and enclosed ladder and hard suction storage, and for Flanders Fire/EMS in Mount Olive Township (Morris County), a Road Rescue Type 1 Ultramedic ambulance on a Ford F-450 chassis.

The apparatus division of First Priority Emergency Vehicles reports two KME deliveries. The first in Ocean County went to the Bayville Fire Company in Berkeley Township. It is a pumper with a Panther MFD chassis and 10-inch raised roof cab. The 172-inch FLEX Long Body built of 3/16-inch aluminum has Amdor brushed finish rollup doors, driver’s side full length/full depth 29-inch deep compartment, officer’s side full height/split depth 29inch/14-inch deep compartments, 94-inch wide hose bed, ground ladders

mounted next to the 950-gallon poly water tank, accessed from the rear, four bottle air cascade system with Appleton fill station located at the rear of the truck. It has a Waterous 1500-GPM single-stage pump with side panel, and an Onan 6,000-watt hydraulic PTO generator mounted at the front of the hose bed.

The second delivery is in Middlesex County and went to the South Old Bridge Fire Company (Old Bridge Township Fire District 3). It is a pumper with a Panther LFD chassis and 16-inch raised roof cab. It has a Waterous 1500GPM single-stage pump with side mount panel, 750-gallon poly water tank, 172-inch FLEX Long Body built of C3R12 stainless steel with ROM brushed finish roll-up doors, split height

Iselin FC in Woodbridge Township E-9-5, 2017 Seagrave Marauder II, 2000/750. It was sold by Emergency Equipment Sales & Service.

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low hose bed, driver’s side full height/full depth 29-inch deep compartments, officer’s side full height/split depth 29-inch/14-inch deep compartments, driver’s side roof top compartments with electric and hydraulic reels stored in the compartments, ground ladders mounted next to the water tank ac-

cessed from the rear and a Harrison 12,000-watt hydraulic PTO generator mounted on the driver’s side above the pump.

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The ambulance division made the following deliveries: To the Paterson FD (Passaic County), four Demers MXP150 Type 1’s on Ford F-450 chassis; to Clark EMS (Union County), a Braun Signature Type III on a Ford E-350 chassis; to Lakewood Hatzolah, a Demers MXP150 Type 1 on a Ford F-450 chassis; and to Berkeley Township, a First Priority Renaissance Remount of a Marque module on a Ford E-450 chassis (both Ocean County). Orders include a Braun Liberty on a Ford E450 chassis for Sparta EMS (Sussex County), a First Priority Renaissance Remount on a Ford E-450 chassis for the Dorothy VFD (Atlantic County), and a First Priority Renaissance Remount on a Ford E450 chassis for the Endeavor Emergency Squad in Burlington City.

Defender Emergency Products has the following: In the ambulance division, they have received a stock Medix RP-90 Type III ambulance on a Ford chassis. Medix orders include an RP-90 on a Ford chassis for the America Emergency Squad in Mount Holly (Burlington County), an MSV-170 Type I on a Ford chassis for the Martinsville RS (Somerset County), and an MSV170 Type III on a Ford chassis to be a demo. Osage orders include a Warrior 4x4 Type III demo on a Ford F-450 chassis. Delivered is a Warrior 4x2, Type 1 to the Lebanon Township VFD (Hunterdon County).

The apparatus division reports a Rosenbauer order for the Woodbine FC. Specs include a Warrior chassis with a 450-hp diesel engine, 1500GPM pump with top mount panel, 1000-gallon water tank, foam system and Hurst system with reels.

Also, the Cape May Courthouse VFD in Middle Township ordered a Rosenbauer Cobra rear mount platform with Smart Aerial Technology.

Specs include a Commander chassis with 70-inch cab and eight-inch raised roof, Cummins ISX 15 diesel engine, Waterous single-stage 2000GPM pump, 300-gallon water tank, full compliment of ground ladders, LED lighting, Harrison 8-kw gener-

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ator, painted/galvanized ladder sections and full wireless control of ladder and outriggers. Both are in Cape May County. Amwell Valley (Hunterdon County) received a Rosenbauer pumper on an International 4x4 chassis with four-door cab. Specs include a 1500-GPM pump, 750-gallon water tank, EZ Climb rear ladder, extended front bumper, 1 ½-inch front pre-connect, swing-out access tool boards and 12,000-pound 12-volt electric winch.

Fire & Safety Services reports the following Pierce orders: For the Middlesex County OEM, a Frontline Communications Command unit with two slide-outs on a Freightliner M2 chassis; for Liberty Corner in Bernards Township (Somerset County), an Enforcer pumper; for Washington Borough in Warren County, a Saber pumper; and for Saddle Brook (Bergen County), an Enforcer pumper. Pierce deliveries include to Saddle Brook, a 75-foot HD ladder on an Impel chassis, a 107-foot Ascendant quint on a Velocity chassis to Mt. Bethel FC in Warren Township (Somerset County), and an Arrow XT pumper and Arrow XT mid-mount 95-foot platform to Kearny in Hudson County.

Firefighter One Professional Safety Services has delivered the Ferrara Cinder MVP rescue pumper to Wildwood Crest (Cape May County). It has an extruded aluminum body, Hale Qmax 1750 pump and 500-gallon water tank. It replaced two vehicles.

New Jersey Emergency Vehicles reports two P.L. Custom Classic Type 1 ambulance deliveries. One went to the Brick Police EMS (Ocean County) and is on a Ford F450 extended cab Super Duty chassis, and the other went to the Brielle FAS (Monmouth County) and is on a Ford F-450 4x4 chassis..

Sussex County's fire marshal is pictured on scene investigating the cause of the blaze.

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Montague FD and Mutual Aid Stop Two-Alarm Blaze in Multi-Family Structure Montague, NJ - Firefighters from three states responded to a second-alarm fire in Montague on the early afternoon of July 2nd. Extreme heat and a multi-family residential structure fire were factors that caused an immediate call for mutual aid.

The temperature hovered around 100-degrees as firefighters arrived quickly on scene to a fourfamily structure. Crews quickly contained the blaze to a small area in the front of one apartment.

The fire began in an exterior wall in one of four apartments in the multi-family building located at 362 Shore Drive. The blaze was reported by a neighbor who called 91-1 stating that a building across the street was on fire, and the caller was

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Montague Deputy Fire Chief Alan Berkenbush called for a second-alarm mutual aid response due to the fire being a commercial, fourfamily structure. He was glad for the additional manpower which also allowed for quick rotation of crews in extreme heat conditions, and hydration and rehab assisted by Blue Ridge Rescue Squad.

“I wanted to be sure we had a proper response and manpower, so once I knew it was a fire in a multifamily building I immediately called for mutual aid units to the scene,” Berkenbush said.

The fire was under control within 15 minutes, but the additional help also allowed for the prompt rotation of crews in temperatures hovering around 100-degrees. Responding fire departments included Montague, Branchville, Frankford and Sandyston, as well as Westfall, PA, and Port Jervis, NY. New Jersey State Police and two rigs from Blue Ridge Rescue Squad were also on scene.

The cause of the fire had not been released as of late afternoon.

Sussex County’s Fire Marshal is investigating. No injuries were reported, and the damage was confined to the front wall area of just one apartment.

- SHARON SIEGEL

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Death...

Chaplain's Corner Didymus McHugh

Death is something that is always around emergency services.

Emergency services sees it so much, and may meet death if things go wrong on a scene.

When I teach class, I say "Thank you for joining emergency services, now is the time to say goodbye to the age of innocence. We see things that the public does not want to see, or even know what happens." After that statement is made, we start teaching them about critical incident stress management and other ways to handle stress, as well as resources that are out there.

Death is all around emergency services and it is something that all emergency services has to deal with. We deal with those who die in a fire, car crash, someone who has a heart attack or other medical call, someone who has taken their own life, a child or an elderly person that dies, etc.

But this also may be the public, or from the emergency responder’s family, or the family of emergency services. Sometimes it may seem like too much. Death does not discriminate. Sometimes emergency services may experience many deaths in a short amount of time from different parts of their lives.

Death is a part of life, not always a good part. When someone has been suffering, it is said that they experience pain no longer.

When it is quick, at least they did not feel any pain. Death cannot rule our lives. Responders need to work on how they will process the different deaths. Each death will hit a responder a different way.

Emergency services may or may not get used to how much is seen. When I worked my first shift in EMS, within the first five minutes I met death. Some people get accustomed to dealing with death of a client, to the point that when they see a bloody scene, they may think of what they are going to have for dinner. Other people may not be able to finish the rest of the shift. But one thing that we all have in common is that we all must deal with death.

People cope with death in many ways. Some people may use firehouse humor to help them lessen the blow. But some others may think about death a little more. Maybe the person reminded us of a family member, or was a family member. Maybe the person was someone that we have worked alongside of for many years. Maybe when we see one particular face of death, we may

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think about our own mortality.

We know that if someone in emergency services die, we put the mourning band over our badge, lower the flags to half-staff and put bunting on the station. Some other companies may have their own traditions, but most of us mark the day and have the flags lowered for 30 days. There are other traditions that may arise at different stations to say goodbye to an emergency responder.

When a child dies, it hits hard.

An innocent child. When emergency responders have a call with a child, the pace gets quicker, they work harder and pull out all the stops. The death of a child or children effect emergency responders harder. Some of the people that have been portrayed as the rock may be effected more.

But emergency services is not exactly a safe occupation. Death is all around us and on certain calls we can almost see the Grim Reaper standing in the shadows as the emergency responders are trying to do the best work that is able to be performed.

Many emergency services wear the Class A uniforms more for funerals than anything else.

The black mourning band may seem to be over the badge for so long. Sometimes it may feel like joy will never come because there is so much in common. One fire

chief told me that, “One thing we all have in common is death".

Each one of us needs to think about the way that we work with death. It is not an easy subject to talk about, but we can also make things easier for when it is our time to die. Think about a will, prearranging your funeral services, insurance, discussing if you are an organ donor, etc. Sometimes people say the best way that they want to die is quietly in their sleep.

What resources do you have to deal with seeing so much death?

Do you have a chaplain to talk with? A counselor? The crisis team? Do you have friends to talk with, or that will mourn with you?

Job, when he lost everything, his friends came over and spent time with him. They sat there for seven days, just being present and not saying a word. But they were there for him. Are you there to help someone with death, even if it is by just sitting there?

Let us also remember to celebrate life. Tell your loved ones that you love them, let them hear those three words. Yes, love is a four letter word, why is it so easy to say the “F” four letter word, yet so hard to say the word love? We never know how or when we will die. Let those who you love hear it before they will never hear it from you.

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The Hampton Fire Department in Sussex County recently took delivery and placed a 2017 Emergency One Typhoon Pumper into service as Engine 2. It has a 1500-GPM pump, 1280-gallon water tank, and (two) 10-gallon foam tanks. It was sold by Absolute Fire Protection Co.

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The Sussex Borough Fire Department recently received a 2017 Rosenbauer Commander Rescue pumper. It has a 1500-GPM pump, and 750-gallon water tank. The apparatus will carry a full compliment of Holmatro Rescue Tools. It replaces a 1990 Pierce Pumper.

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Beachwood Congratulates Newest Fire Academy Graduates

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Members of Paterson FD Ladder 3, Tour 2, take a breather at a second-alarm on May 26th. (L to R): FF English, FF DeFrancesco, FF Alemany, and floating Captain Bill McDonald.

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West Milford Search and Rescue members in the 2018 West Milford Memorial Day Parade.

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Beachwood, NJ - The Beachwood Fire Dept. extends our congratulations to our two latest fire academy graduates, Firefighters Delaney O'Connor and Amber Prill, who recently completed the Firefighter Levels 1 and 2 course at the JUMP TO FILE# Ocean County Fire 071318107 Academy. The graduation was the culmination of six months of extensive training.

Our new firefighters received their badges on June 28th from Chief Roger Hull, along with words of encouragement and support on their future careers from Beachwood Mayor Ronald Roma, Freeholder Jerry Little, and Ocean County Sheriff Michael Mastronardy.

The Beachwood Fire Dept. wishes to also congratulate the entire Spring 2018 class on their accomplishments: Kimberly Barker-Lanoka Harbor FD; Kryonel Manigat, Michael Kadlubowski and Vincent Beckman-Barnegat FD; Hunter Parks, Nicholas Farrell and William Kavanagh-Seaside Heights FD; William Cook, Lauren FielderPoint Pleasant FD; Amy ChewningBamber Lakes FD; Joseph Del Vecchio-Ridgeway FD; David Fonseca-Ocean Gate FD; John Gumble-

West Tuckerton FD; Seamus HickeyLaurelton FD; Christopher Kaczmarek and John Plevritis-Herbertsville FD; Luke Pomeroy-Pinewald FD; John Klewicki-Lakehurst FD; and George

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Yockachonis-Stafford FD. Congratulations to all on a job well done!

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Paterson Fights a Second-Alarm on Season’s First Humid Day Paterson, NJ - On May 26th, the first hot and humid day of the season, Paterson firefighters were up against a rapidly spreading fire that severely threatened an exposure building.

Shortly before 5:00 P.M., PFD companies were dispatched to 56 N. 5th St. for a reported JUMP TO FILE# fire. Normal first- 052918112 due companies were already out on another alarm and several of the first-in rigs were responding from a distance. On arrival, heavy fire and smoke was showing from a rear porch and extending to the attic of the two-and-a-half story frame dwelling, threatening a similar structure on the “B” side.

A second-alarm was sounded as flames took possession of the attic and broke through the roof.

An exposure line held the flames to the original building as several handlines and a ladder pipe worked to knock down the fire. All heavy fire was extinguished in less than one hour. Damage to the exposure building was minor, and no injuries were reported.

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NJ & NY EMS Cadets Test Their Skills During Annual Bayshore Challenge Keyport, NJ – Approximately 150 youth from 18 New Jersey and New York volunteer emergency medical organizations competed in the June 9th Bayshore EMS Cadet/Youth Competition. The event was sponsored by JUMP TO FILE# the Keyport First 061918101 Aid Squad and the EMS Council of New Jersey (EMSCNJ), which represents 20,000 EMS volunteers affiliated with more than 250 EMS agencies throughout the state.

The 5th annual event challenged cadet teams with basic and advanced skills in various patientcare situations. Twenty-three basic teams tested their skills at CPR, defibrillator use, hemorrhage control, oxygen administration, splinting, bandaging and vital signs stations.

Advanced-team scenarios included a trauma victim, a cardiac victim, and a motor vehicle collision with entrapped victims. Sixteen advanced teams were judged on patient assessment and proper equipment use-backboard, orthopedic/scoop, traction splint, cervical collar and accessories, oxygen, assisting with nitroglycerin administration, obtaining vital signs, CPR and airway management. The teams worked with local extrication groups during the car crash scenarios.

Winners of the basic-level competition were as follows: 1st – Lambertville-New Hope Ambulance and Rescue Squad, Team C (perfect score); 2nd – Forest Hills Volunteer Ambulance Corps, Devil Dogs Echo Team (New York); 3rd – Bravo Volunteer Ambulance, Team D (Bay Ridge, Brooklyn).

Winners of the advancedlevel competition were as follows: 1st – Cranford First Aid Squad, Team A; 2nd – MillburnShort Hills Volunteer First Aid Squad, Team B; 3rd - Cranford First Aid Squad, Team B. The Totowa First Aid Squad “Critical Care Cadets” team comprising five girls ages 11 and 12 won the Walter McKinley Memorial Award for best overall team.

During his more than 60 years in volunteer EMS, McKinley served as president of the New Jersey State First Aid Council/EMSCNJ in the late 1970s, and as a chaplain for the organization for many years. He also served on the Hazlet First Aid & Rescue Squad for 58 years, and was a member of the Keyport First Aid Squad.

McKinley passed away in 2017.

His daughter, Karen Serbe, presented the trophy to the Totowa youth team.

Other squads that competed included Atlantic Highlands First Aid & Safety Squad, Califon First Aid Squad, Glen Oaks Volunteer Ambulance Corps (New York), Glen Ridge Volunteer Ambulance

Squad, Hazlet Township First Aid & Rescue Squad, High Bridge Emergency Squad, Keansburg EMS, Keyport First Aid Squad, Middletown First Aid & Rescue Squad, Millburn-Short Hills Volunteer First Aid Squad, South Orange Rescue Squad, and Tinton Falls EMS North.

The day’s activities also included tours of a mobile simulation lab and a sheriff’s department communications vehicle.

(To see more photos, visit www.1RBN.com and jump to story #061918102.)

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First place in the advanced-class competition went to Cranford First Aid Squad Team A members, (L to R): adviser Abe Pritzker, Emily Marinucci, Grace DiGiovanni, Leyla Serna and Caitlin Cook.

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Dr. Thomas Dayspring, son of former Paterson Assistant Chief Joseph Dayspring, was presented with a PFD Battalion Chief’s helmet by Chief Brian McDermott at the annual PFD Memorial Service on June 3rd. Tom has been a long-time historian of the Paterson Fire Dept., and the administrator of the incredible “ Patersonfirehistory.com ” website.

Edison firefighters stand by the township’s three new Spartan ER pumpers. (L to R): FF’s W. Lehman, P. Simone, J. Roco, H. Tarlow, R. Doggett and D. Bell.

North Hudson "Comm. Tec." Richard Nichols collects information from fire victims after a 2-alarm fire was knocked down in a mixed occupancy building on 30th St., Union City, June 8th.

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Mercer County (Hamilton Twp.) Station 15 "A" Platoon members, (L to R): Capt. Eric Wojcik, FF John Argetta and Apparatus Operator/FF William Fairbanks pose with Engine 15, a 2007 Sutphen 1500-GPM pumper.

Maywood Firefighter Roy De Young turned out with the department's beautiful 1939 Ahrens Fox pumper for the Ho-Ho-Kus wet down, celebrating the arrival of their new KME quint, on June 9th. The past met the present.

These four firefighters are not only on the job in Passaic, they are also volunteers in the city of Garfield. Two of the four are brother and sister. (L to R): FF B. Bautisa, FF S. Rawls, LT. J. Kovacs, and FF B. Rawls.

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(L to R): Captain James Regeling Sr., Peter Franceschi and Nasir Mora.

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Riverdale Crews Respond to Equipment Fire

Deputy Chief Charles Thomas, center, with Chief Frank Montagne, left, and Deputy Chief Anthony Venezia, who will replace Thomas as commander of Group 1.

A Firefighting Tradition Comes to an End in North Hudson West New York, NJ - North Hudson regional firefighters took turns stopping at the firehouse at 4911 Broadway, West New York, to congratulate Group 1 commander, Deputy Chief Charles Thomas, on his retirement after serving the citizens of North Bergen and North Hudson for over 30-years, on June 18th.

There was something special to this retirement. There will no longer be a Thomas protecting citizens since 1927, when the chief's grandfather was appointed to the North Bergen Fire Department. In 1957, his father, Charles Sr., joined the NBFD. Charles Thomas, Jr., was

JUMP TO FILE #061918100 appointed to the North Bergen department in 1988, and he later began to serve a greater area when this department merged with four others to establish the North Hudson Regional Fire & Rescue in 1999. Charles, Sr., was also in charge of Group 1 with the former NBFD. Thomas was described as “one of the most caring guys,” by Chief of Department Frank Montagne. He was also described by his fellow officers as always being concerned

for the members safety, honest, loyal, conscientious and possessing a great sense of humor.

“You cannot replace his knowledge and experience,” said 3rd Battalion Chief Dan DeOrio. D.C. Thomas had some reservations about retiring, but the beat goes on, and it's time to move forward with other goals in life. He will continue possessing a connection with the fire service as a part-time fire inspector for North Bergen.

Chief Montagne summed things up by saying, “This is the greatest job in the world.”

- RON JEFFERS

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Riverdale, NJ - On Tuesday, July 3rd, the Riverdale Fire Dept. was called out to extinguish an equipment fire at RER Supply after a mulch machine caught fire. Riverdale Fire Dept. was assisted by Kinnelon Fire Dept., as they were both returning from a Mutual Aid call in Pequannock, where a house was struck by lightning. While at the scene Captain James Regeling Sr. took the opportunity to work with two of the department’s newer members, Nasir Mora and Peter Franceschi, who just graduated from Firefighter One.

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Independence Day Tradition in Ridgefield Park Ridgefield Park, NJ - Despite the warm temperature and high humidity, local firefighters and their families, along with village officials and friends assembled at the Memorial Bell on Euclid Avenue for the Fire Department's annual inspection and awards ceremony, July 4th.

Chief James Van Der Tulip and Assistant Chiefs John Antola Jr. and Rodney Wagner, along with Fire Commissioner George Fosdick, welcomed all that assembled to honor their local firefighters. Chief Van Der Tulip said his dedicated volunteer members had already gone through 922-hours of training, this year.

Leading up to the inspection on this special day, firefighters participate in a firefighting drill, held by a team of inspectors. They are not told in advance what that drill will consist of, to see how they perform. They are also given a written test, answering firefighting related questions. On Independence Day morning, firefighters' apparatus and equipment are checked. In addition, they go through a rigorous uniform inspection conducted by former Little Falls Chief Ed Pomponio. Hair cuts, belt buckles,

JUMP TO FILE #070918104 shoulder patches, and even socks are checked. The best company wins the annual trophy at the end of the day, following the Main Street parade. This year, Truck Co. 2 took home the honors.

Service awards were presented, which included a 50-year award to Donald Voorhees. ExChief and Life Member, Albert Knaub of Engine Co. 4, was scheduled to received his 65-year award, but he recently passed away. Knaub was a World War II veteran and a member of many community groups. His award was presented to his wife, Jenny, with family members in attendance.

Commissioner Fosdick, a former history teacher, offered a history of Independence Day. He reminded us that "our founders wanted Americans to enjoy 'Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness'. Today is a day to pursue 'happiness'. This is a day to celebrate,� he concluded.

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Ridgefield Park ex-Chief Albert Knaub's wife, Jenny, accepted the 65-year service award in memory of her late husband during the department's Independence Day inspection and awards ceremony.

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Fire at Dawn Damages Restaurant in Clifton Clifton, NJ - Shortly before 5:00 AM on June 27th, Clifton dispatched units to 590 Lexington Avenue. Smoke was visible issuing from the Ya Hala Lebanese Restaurant, a two-story fire resistive addition to a two-and-a-half story frame. A working fire was called as companies JUMP TO FILE# opened up and 062818100 stretched two lines in the front door. A fire in the rear kitchen was being held in check by the sprinkler system.

A second-alarm was sounded as additional lines were attached to the FDC and the interior lines hit the flames. The fire was quickly knocked down and after checking for extension, the incident was placed under control in about a half hour. No injuries were reported and the cause is being investigated. Passaic and Paterson firefighters assisted at the scene.

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West Virginia: Michael Edwards, 46 Rank: Assistant Fire Chief Incident Date: March 24, 2018 Death Date: March 24, 2018 Fire Department: Pratt Volunteer Fire Department Initial Summary: Assistant Fire Chief Michael Edwards and Lieutenant Tom Craigo were killed and three other firefighters were injured when, for a cause still under investigation, the apparatus they were in left the narrow roadway and crashed into a rock wall. At the time, the firefighters were responding to a multiple fatality motor vehicle crash on the West Virginia Turnpike. Of the three firefighters injured, Fire Chief Timothy Walker remains in the hospital in critical condition; Firefighter Billy Hypes is in stable condition; and Firefighter Kyle Jenkins was released with minor injuries.

at a private residence in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin.

Firefighter-Paramedic Garner was treated at the scene by the local EMS and transported to the hospital where he passed away from a nature and cause of fatal injury still to be determined.

Wisconsin: Richard L. Garner Jr., 29 Rank: Firefighter-Paramedic Incident Date: April 1, 2018 Death Date: April 1, 2018 Fire Department: Madison Fire Department Initial Summary: Firefighter-Paramedic Richard L. Garner Jr. completed a 48 hour shift at 0700hrs on April 1, 2018, during which he responded to nineteen emergency calls. Later that day, between the times of 1200hrs and 1300hrs, Garner collapsed

Texas: Bernard Olive, 68 Rank: Assistant Fire Chief Incident Date: April 5, 2018 Death Date: April 5, 2018 Fire Department: Baytown Fire Department Initial Summary: Assistant Fire Chief Bernard Olive passed away while on duty from a nature and cause of fatal injury still to be determined.

Texas: Larry Marusik, 68 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: March 10, 2018 Death Date: March 23, 2018 Fire Department: Ellinger Volunteer Fire Department Initial Summary: The Caldwell County Office of Emergency Management has reported the death of Firefighter Larry Marusik. Firefighter Marusik passed away at the Brooke Army Medical Center on March 23, 2018, from injuries sustained while battling a large grass fire on March 10, 2018.

Minnesota: Timothy Wayne Royce, 58 Rank: Second Assistant Fire Chief Incident Date: March 29, 2018 Death Date: March 30, 2018 Fire Department: Mapleton Fire Department Initial Summary: Second Assistant Fire Chief Timothy Wayne Royce died from an apparent heart attack on March 30, 2018, several hours after responding with his fire department to a motor vehicle crash and a medical call, as well as participating in fire department training at the station.

Texas: Caleb Scott, 29 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: April 3, 2018 Death Date: April 3, 2018 Fire Department: North Richland Hills Fire Rescue Initial Summary: Firefighter Caleb Scott suffered a reported heart attack while at his fire station on the morning of April 3, 2018. Fellow responders immediately came to his aid at the firehouse before transporting him to Medical City North Hills Hospital, where Firefighter Scott later succumbed to his injury.

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Getting Water In The City-The Hard Way! UPS & DOWNS Notes from Ron Jeffers

Water mains in urban areas can break, for various reasons, leaving a city high and dry. Urban areas of New Jersey are densely populated and congested, with a heavy fire load. What happens when the water stops?

On May 20th, a mobile water supply exercise was conducted in front of the Jersey City firehouse, and O.E.M. Headquarters, at 715 Summit Avenue. A training exercise aimed to get city firefighters familiar with obtaining water via water tenders (formerly known as tankers).

This has been a pet project of Battalion Chief Rob Daly, who played a great part in making the exercise a reality. He called in the water tender experts from other New Jersey locations to participate. The FDJC, Jersey City and Hudson County Office of Emergency Management officials and the Kearny FD have recognized the need for this training due to the numerous water main breaks that have occurred in the area.

Before the drill started, fire officers and firefighters assembled in the O.E.M. “war room” for a briefing. This included B.C. Daly, Jersey City Chief of Department Steven McGill and Kearny Chief of Department Steve Dyl, a county mutual aid coordinator. The purpose of the drill was to educate chief officers in the urban areas on the use of water tenders. The drill demonstrated the use of portable ponds and nurse tender operations.

The drill highlighted the need to understand gallons-per-minute flow along with the time it takes to re-fill tenders in tough city streets. With the extreme fire loads and exposure hazards in the cities, making sure a constant water supply was a paramount issue.

The drill was conducted at the intersection in front of the firehouse.

Engine 17 supplied water to Engine 7, located down Jefferson Avenue, flowing water onto a section of a

reservoir to hand lines and a deck gun.

First, the engine worked off water supplied by county tenders. Water was taken directly from the tenders to a large gated manifold that connected to the pumper. Tankers, including one from the Secaucus F.D., took turns supplying water to Engine 17. Eleven Hudson County tenders, that are designed for drinking water during a water shortage, have a capacity of 3,100-gallons each. With these assets, the shuttle operation provided a 600-GPM flow.

This part of the exercise was conducted with the tenders, which would occur during a fire in this urban area. Later, larger tenders would be called in through mutual aid, and a portable pond operation would commence, if necessary. So, the drill then evolved into a ponddump site at the intersection, with tenders dumping water into large pools.

During the second part of the drill, local tenders were used along with large units from the Kinnelon FD and Picatinny Arsenal FD, that dumped water into portable ponds.

With this dumping operation, over 1000-GPM was maintained. A fire hydrant on Laidlaw Avenue, behind the firehouse, was used as the fill station for tenders.

Officials and firefighters from other Hudson County fire departments observed the operation. Observers and firefighter participants came from Somerset, Morris, Union, Essex and Middlesex counties. Also participating were members of the New Jersey Forest Fire Service, Division of Fire Safety and the Picatinny Arsenal Fire Department.

Firefighters that rely on tender operations provided valuable knowledge and experience, making the exercise a success.

This was the first of possibly more urban setting water supply drills to educate firefighters to operate under non-routine emergency incidents that affect our communities.

“One of the most important lessons we learned from this drill was the need to pre-plan and prepare for a water emergency,” B.C. Daly said.

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is sadly mistaken.”

Daly continued, “The Jersey City Fire Department would like to thank Chiefs Lou Pepe, Kevin Lowry and Rob Schelhammer from Morris County; Chief Glenn Miller from Somerset County; and Chief Paul Wind from Picatinny Arsenal for assisting us with this important training.”

DOWNS: Two men were killed when fire raced through a boarded up dwelling on Seaman St., New Brunswick, May 27th. The men had been staying in the building for an unknown amount of time, officials said. The two squatters had gained entry to the condemned structure. It was fully involved when firefighters arrived, and the doors and windows were sealed up with plywood.

UPS: Lawrence Township first responders will receive new equipment following the Township Council's adoption of an ordinance appropriating $850,000 from the municipality's capital improvement fund.

DOWNS: A woman was airlifted to St. Barnabas Medical Center, in Livingston, April 12th, after a dwelling fire on Old Silverton Rd., in Brick, police said.

UPS: New Jersey American Water is awarding more than $20,000 in grants to 22 volunteer emergency first responder units in its service areas throughout the state in recognition of their dedicated service to New Jersey residents and the greater community. New Jersey Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest investor-owned water utility in the state.

DOWNS: One Jersey City firefighter was injured and a Bergen Avenue daycare was evacuated after a fire broke out on the roof of the building, on May 29th. A roofing company performing work was expected to be issued a summons for starting the fire, officials said.

UPS: On June 1st, Millburn firefighters began working the 24-hourson/72-hours-off work chart.

DOWNS: Three Newark firefighters suffered minor injuries while battling a 3-alarm fire that damaged three Johnson Ave. homes, May 31st.

UPS: On June 4th, Plainsboro identical twin brothers Roy and Ted Wagner celebrated the 50th anniversary of the day they joined the Plainsboro Fire Company. At 68, they still respond to calls. Both have sons that are firefighters.

DOWNS: Firefighters battled a fire that destroyed a lakefront home on Panther Lake, in Byram, June 5th.

The homeowners were able to escape, but a pet dog perished in the fire.

UPS: Newly promoted fire captains in Paterson are; Daniel Morales, Christopher Antoci, Cesar Collazo, Michael Gallo, Isaac Feliciano, Walter Touaq and Elizabeth Fournier.

DOWNS: A Plainfield woman suffered burns in a 2-alarm fire that destroyed a Bergen St. dwelling on June 5th.

UPS: In 1972, Thomas Dayspring graduated from the New Jersey College of Medicine. His real ambition in life, however, was to be a Paterson fireman, like his father who served the PFD for 39-years. In June, the PFD and Chief Brian McDermott, in honor of Dayspring's efforts in preserving the department's 203 year history, appointed him to the rank of Honorary Battalion Chief.

DOWNS: After a commercial vehicle snagged guy wires from a utility pole in front of the Allen African Methodist Episcopal Church, in Cape May on June 9th, a downed electrical pole touched off a fire that seriously damaged the structure. The fire was located across the street from the city firehouse. “Fire crews were not able to make an immediate fire attack due to the entire building being electri-

cally charged,” according to a CMFD statement.

UPS: Father Patrick Ryan was officially named the Paterson Fire Department's Chaplain, in June.

DOWNS: Mercer County homicide detectives are investigating a fire at a Reeves Ave. apartment, in Hamilton on June 10th, after a woman was found dead at the scene.

UPS: Bayonne firefighters rescued two people out of Newark bay after their jet ski's engine failed and left them stranded in the water, on June 12th. The two victims were clinging to their jet ski, which was taking on water, Fire Chief Keith Weaver said.

Both were wearing flotation devices and were able to call for assistance and guide the responding units from Bayonne and the New Jersey Fireboat Task Force to their location, Weaver said.

DOWNS: During a fire at the Destiny Apartments, June 11th, East Orange firefighters found a 57-year-old man unresponsive in the smoke-filled residence, authorities said. Firefighters brought the victim out, and he was taken to East Orange general Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

UPS: After a recent reevaluation conducted by the Insurance Service Office (ISO), the Hackensack Fire Department continues with its Class 1 fire department status. The HFD is one of two fire departments in the state possessing such an honor. “This doesn't happen without outstanding leadership and an amazing staff of firefighters," said Bob Schumacher, a representative with ISO. DOWNS: On June 17th a multiple-alarm fire gutted a 9,000-squarefoot liquor store on Route 9 in the Waretown section of Ocean Twp. - CONTINUED ON PAGE 14

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Flames Ravage Home in Dunellen

Dunellen, NJ - On July 1st around 7:00 P.M., firefighters responded to South Washington Avenue for reports of a structure fire. Crews found heavy fire upon arrival and called for a second-alarm. Mutual aid responded from Green Brook, Middlesex Boro and Piscataway Township.

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Bayonne Multiple-Alarm Claims Life of Woman Bayonne, NJ - A four-alarm fire spread through three buildings in Bayonne on June 20th, taking the life of one resident and injuring four firefighters.

At 1:19 A.M., Bayonne fire units were sent to 793 Broadway for a report of a fire. On arrival, heavy fire involved the rear of the three-story frame and had already extended to 795 Broadway, a similar structure. The fire quickly went to a third-alarm as rescues were made. One person was located unresponsive by Squad 5 and removed from the building and transported to Bayonne Medical Center where she was pronounced

JUMP TO FILE #062118113 DOA. A fourth-alarm was transmitted as flames spread down W. 36th St. from the rear of the buildings on Broadway to a one-story threedoor garage, and to a row of twoand-a-half story frame dwellings at 10 W. 36th Street. Evacuation tones were sounded for the main fire buildings as elevated master streams and multiple hand lines were put into operation. Jersey City members made a stand to keep the fire from spreading fur-

ther down W. 36th Street. All four Bayonne trucks operated simultaneously to knock down the visible fire in the Broadway buildings.

The fire was placed under control at 5:04 A.M., with all Bayonne units operating with mutual aid of four engines and two trucks from FDJC. Four Bayonne firefighters received minor injuries, as well as BFD Engine 6 which caught fire due to a malfunction and was placed out of service. The Bayonne Canteen provided rehab for the firefighters.

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