Editorial

From the Editor’s Desk

Dennis Whittam, Editor Reflections on 9/11 and a Busy Fall Season

As I write this editorial, the date is September 1, 2022. This editorial is my October editorial. Sitting at my desk, my mind is reflecting ahead to September 11, 2022. Taking a few moments remembering the day our nation was attacked, it is our duty to never forget September 11, 2001. I remember driving to work on a clear crisp day. The major story on the radio was about a “small” airplane that crashed into the World Trade Center. When I arrived at work, I immediately turned on the news and realized the airplane was not a small plane and my city was probably under attack. Yes, we were under attack. I reflected and shared my recollection with my readers for the past 21 years.

Last year, I attended as many memorial services as possible. One year later I find myself thanking many of my photographers who joined me and spread throughout as many communities as possible, capturing photographs of the memorial services. Fire News utilized our photographs in our 9/11 20th Anniversary-Fire News Remembrance and Tribute edition. This magazine was a work of art that remembered all those lost on September 11, 2001, and continued paying tribute to those that passed away over the past 20 years due to illnesses spurred by toxic chemicals generated by the attack. When I pass Memorial Sloan Kettering Medical Center, it is still common to find an FDNYFirefighter Transport Unit waiting outside of the hospital to bring one of our loved ones back home.

As we move into 2023, try to think about something special your department can do to bring peace in our world. Plan on reflecting with your neighboring departments to never forget September 11, 2001. Remember to never forget those that continue to be lost to 9/11 diseases. Never Forget!

As the summer months are passing us by and we enter the fall, are you prepared to do your job under different conditions? Already I am finding that the windows on my car are fogging up on the inside, making response a little slower. Before you know it, the inside fog will move to the outside of your car windows, and you will be reminded that winter is not far away. Please take the time to clear off your frosted windows before you respond to a call. Think about the children who are waiting at school bus stops. Use caution while responding through school zones and bus stops. I have seen two students who were badly hurt when they tried to run across a busy street to catch a bus that they were late for.

Is your fire prevention program updated with new ideas to bring to the kids in your district? Yes, September and October are busy times in the fire service. Polish off your ideas and incorporate new activities into your Safety Programs. If you need help, meet with your Fire Prevention Committees to discuss what you can do to embellish your Fire Prevention Program.

Remember; if it wasn’t for the beep, you would still be asleep! Change your smoke and CO detector batteries or if you have 10-year detectors, check their dates to ensure that they are still good.

Stay safe!

- Dennis

Page 6, Fire News, October2022 Cover Story

Manalapan House Destroyed

On August 19, 2022, at approximately 1600, the Manalapan Township Fire Department, along with Millstone, Freehold, Englishtown and Howell, were dispatched to a single-family dwelling on Regency Way fora report of a fully involved structure fire with animal entrapment. Upon arrival, heavy fire was showing from the Alpha, Bravo, Charlie and Delta sides of the 2-1/2 story wood frame structure. Ten minutes later there was a full collapse on the Delta side of the building while defensive operations were underway. Additional tankers from the Monmouth County TankerTask Force also responded to the scene. The NJFFS dispatched units to the area due to the Jamesburg Fire Towerreporting a large column of smoke. Brush trucks responded to extinguish any embers that were falling in the nearby brush. Unfortunately, the families two dogs were trapped and perished in the blaze. The homeowners were not present at the time the fire broke out. The rubble rekindled the following morning and was quickly extinguished by responding personnel. Video and photos also available on Facebook.com/njaerialviews. - Fire News photos by Chad Aaronson

CarFire on the GSP

On July 31, 2022, Berkeley Fire Station 20 was dispatched to the area of Exit 77 southbound on the Garden State Parkway fora reported carfire. Chief 2000 arrived to an engine compartment fire with the caron the shoulderof the highway. Engine Tanker2011 stretched the bumperline and quickly knocked down the fire. - Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti

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Collapses at Paramus Blaze

At just before 0500 on June 17, 2022, the Paramus Fire Department responded to a house fire on Village Circle West. While en route, companies were advised that police units on scene were reporting a working fire. The home, a large 2-1/2 story frame dwelling, was fully involved on arrival of fire crews. A2-1/2 inch handline and a deck gun were quickly put into operation as command requested mutual aid to the scene. All occupants were confirmed out of the home as fire broke through the roof and some local collapses started to occur. Members were not permitted to enterthe building due to the volume of fire and condition of the fire building. One towerladder, 2 ladderpipes, a deck gun and several handlines were put into operation and the fire was placed under control at around 0710. No injuries were reported and the fire was underinvestigation. - Fire News photos by Peter Danzo

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Evesham Shed, Vehicles Burn

On July 5, 2022, while operating on a different incident, District 22 units were alerted to a possible structure fire on the southern end of town. Evesham Deputy Chief Zane arrived and found a shed and ATVs on fire. Engine 2211 arrived and extinguished the fire quickly. Crews remained on location to assist the fire marshal with an investigation. No injuries were reported. - Fire News photos by Dave Hernandez

Manchester House Fire

On July 22, 2022, the ManchesterFire CareerStaff Squad 13 and all volunteerhouses were alerted fora reported fire in the rearof a home on 12th Avenue. Squad 13 encountered smoke en route and arrived to heavy fire in the rearof a 1-1/2 story wood frame and confirmed the working fire. An engine, ladder, and RITresponded from Toms Riveras crews began an offensive attack. The bulk of the fire was quickly knocked down as extensive overhaul was conducted throughout the home. - Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti

Barnegat Ave. Rollover

On July 31, 2022, Toms RiverEast DoverStation 28 and Silverton EMS responded to Barnegat Avenue fora two-carMVAwith a rollover. The rolled over vehicle was T-boned in the intersection, overturned and struck a tree. All occupants were able to selfextricate but one patient was transported to CMC forevaluation. - Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti

On July 27, 2022, Toms RiverStations 29 and 30 were dispatched to Fielders Lane fora trailerfire. First units on scene confirmed a fully involved landscaping traileron fire with extension to the attached pickup. The first due engine from Pleasant Plains stretched a bumperline, quickly extinguishing the fire, while Silverton assisted with overhaul. - Fire News photos by Mark Rosetti

Trailer & Truck Fire

Hackensack 2-Alarmer

At around 0815 on April 3, 2022, the Hackensack Fire Department responded to FairStreet fora house fire. While en route, Deputy 4 reported a column of smoke visible. On arrival, companies were confronted with a two-family 2-1/2 story wood frame dwelling with heavy smoke pushing from the second floorand attic, and visible fire showing from two windows on the C/D cornerof the second floor. Asecond alarm was requested. Mutual aid came from Teaneck, Englewood and Bogota, while additional mutual aid covered the city. Five handlines were put into operation as the fire extended into the attic. The fire was placed undercontrol after90 minutes. One firefighterand one occupant suffered minor injuries. The cause of the fire was determined to be accidental. - Fire News photos by Peter Danzo

Atlantic County 4H Fair

The Atlantic County Firefighters Association supported the Atlantic County 4H Association in conjunction with theirannual fair August 12 to 13, 2022. - Fire News photos by Dennis C. Sharpe

Evesham All Hands

On August 4, 2022, District 22 units were dispatched forreports of an explosion and fire on the back porch of a dwelling in Evesham. Deputy Chief Zane arrived and found smoke showing from the Charlie side. Engine 2231 arrived and quickly knocked down the fire on the deck and held it to minorextension to the dwelling. No injuries were reported. Units from Voorhees, Waterford and Medford also responded. - Fire News photos by Dave Hernandez

Quick Stop Saves Hackensack Row

At around 2215 on June 17, 2022, Hackensack Engine 2 was dispatched foran outside smoke condition in the area of Summit Avenue and Thompson Street. On arrival Lieutenant Parisik requested the box be filled out fora heavy smoke condition in the area from an unknown source. The remainderof the first alarm was dispatched as E-2 continued to search forobvious fire. The fire desk received an additional call through HPD of a garage fire on Cambridge Terrace and E-2 responded to that location and confirmed a working fire in a garage located in the centerof a row of about 20, all with a common attic space. Heavy fire was venting through the roof as two lines were stretched and the laddergained entry. The fire was quickly knocked down with minorextension into the garages on each side but the fire was kept from spreading throughout the row. Deputy 3 placed the fire under control in approximately 45 minutes. - Fire News photos by Peter Danzo

Church Fire in Ocean Gate

On the evening of July 14, 2022, the Ocean Gate Fire Department was dispatched to East Bayview fora church on fire. On arrival, heavy smoke was found showing from a large two-story wood frame church and mutual aid was requested to the scene. Bayville Station 17 and Forked RiverStation 60 along with the Ocean County Fire Marshalls responded. Crews found heavy fire in the basement where a transitional attack was utilized to knock down the bulk of the fire. Entry was made to extinguish the remaining fire and the fire wasn’t placed undercontrol until nearly an hourafterarrival. - Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti

LoanerSpartan from Upper Greenwood Lake

This 1995 Spartan / 3D pumperwas originally built and served the UpperGreenwood Lake Fire Company 5 of West Milford. It was recently replaced by a brand-new Pierce pumperthat was delivered earlierlast year, and is now on loan to a neighboring department while one of their pumpers is out forrepair. - Fire News photo by Chris ‘Doc’Denton

Medevac for MC MVA

On July 31, 2022, the Silverton First Aid Squad responded to FischerBoulevard fora MVAinvolving a motorcycle. Severe injuries required a medevac, so Island Heights Station 53 was tasked with securing the LZ. Engine 5301 cleared the ball field next to theirstation where Robert Wood Johnson LifeFlight landed to transport the patient. - Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti

Rolloveron Gladney Ave.

On July 28, 2022, Toms RiverStations 25 and 26 along with Island Heights Station 53 were dispatched to Gladney Avenue fora reported rollover with entrapment. Chief 2500 arrived and determined all occupants were self-extricated with one minorinjury. The assignment was held to Engine 5301 only to assist with the cleanup and await a tow truck. The SUVstruck a parked car, rolling overon its roof. - Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti

Looking Back

Maple Shade - 2014

On November8, 2014, a panic alarm was received by Maple Shade Police reporting a fire in the building at South Jersey Mowers. As the fire continued unchecked, the flames spread to a showroom and vented out the front windows and spread into the shop area. An allout battle took place foran hourbefore the fire was knocked down. - Fire News photos by John Axford

Mullica Twp. - 2014

On October29, 2014, firefighters from Elwood, Nesco, Sweetwater, and Weekstown from Mullica Township along with Egg HarborCity responded fora fire in a two-story log cabin located off the roadway. - Fire News photo by Ken Badger

Collingswood 2014

On October29, 2014, Task Force 16 was dispatched fora dwelling fire on the unit block of Crestmont Terrace in Collingswood. Crews reported fire extension into the attic and placed multiple handlines in operation to knock down the fire. - Fire News photo by Ted Aurig

Paterson Commercial Fire

Paterson firefighters from the 2nd Battalion made quick work of a fire in a commercial building early in the morning of June 17, 2022. At just around 0430 companies were dispatched fora possible structure fire in the area of Riverand East 13th Streets. On arrival, companies encountered heavy fire through the roof of a singlestory commercial building which was occupied by an auto detailing business. Multiple 2-1/2 inch lines were stretched as the trucks opened up and gained entry. Once companies made entry, the fire was knocked down and placed undercontrol in 45 minutes with no injuries. - Fire News photos by Peter Danzo

Toms RiverParking Garage Fire

On July 19, 2022, Toms RiverStations 25 and 26 were dispatched to the township’s parking garage on WaterStreet fora car fire. Fortunately, both houses were staffed forthe evening, prompting a quick response. Engine 2671 arrived to heavy smoke showing from the structure, where a carwas on fire in the middle of the first floor. Aline was stretched and the fire was quickly knocked down by crews from both Engine 71 and Engine 2501. Damage was done to two othervehicles and crews remained on scene fornearly 30 minutes evacuating smoke from the structure and overhauling before the building was reopened. - Fire News photos by Mark Rosetti

FireNews.com Fire News, October2022, Page 25 Fast Knockdown in Brick

On July 22, 2022, Brick Stations 21 and 22 responded to a home on Regent Circle fora fire. Crews arrived to smoke showing from a 11/2 story wood frame and transmitted a second alarm, bringing all Brick companies to the scene along with an engine from the Silverton Fire Company, and RITfrom Point Pleasant Station 75. The fire was quickly knocked down by Ladder2115 and Engine 2231, while crews continued to open up and check forextension. - Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti

Glasstown 2022 Muster

The Glasstown Antique Fire Apparatus Association, a chapterof SPAAMFAA, held its annual musteron August 21, 2022, at the Wheaton Arts Village in Millville. President Ron Petrusky reported 77 pieces of apparatus attended, privately and fire company owned, from New Jersey, Long Island, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland. - Fire News photos by Dennis C. Sharpe

1 Civ Fatality, FFs Injured at East Orange Blaze

Just aftermidnight on July 22, 2022, the East Orange Fire Department responded to an apartment building on Prospect Street fora fire. Crews arrived to heavy fire in a five-story, occupied, multi-dwelling. Asecond alarm was struck as heavy fire consumed the upperfloors of the building. Crews were eventually pulled from the building and a defensive attack was initiated. Multiple handlines and ladderpipes were put into operation as the fire burned throughout the night and into the next morning as mutual aid companies from surrounding cities were rotated through the scene to assist. These photos were taken nearly seven hours afterarrival as deep seated pockets of fire still burned. One civilian fatality and multiple firefighterinjuries came from this multi alarm fire. - Fire News photos by Mark Rosetti

Up Close & Personal

Tiffanee Terrell, Engine 5 Chaufferof the Atlantic City Fire Department. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe FirefighterStaines of the 177th Fighter InterceptorGroup Fire Department from the Atlantic City Airport at the Atlantic City AirShow on August 24, 2022. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe Haworth Fire Department past-Fire Chief Michael Green. - Fire News photo by Chris ‘Doc’Denton

Three members pose fora quick picture with a council representative and also a representative of State SenatorJosh Gottheimer’s office with a proclamation to commemorate dedication of the two new pieces of fire apparatus forHarrington Park. - Fire News photo by Chris ‘Doc’Denton

Chief Bill Dukes (seated) holding court at the 2022 Glasstown Musteron August 21, 2022. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe

Farmington Assistant Chief Dennis Sharpe with Robert Ordway, President of the New Jersey State Firefighters Association at the Atlantic County Caucus on August 9, 2022. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe