VOLUME 10, NO. 10
Serving New Jersey's Fire, Rescue & EMS Heroes
W W W .FIRENE WS .COM
MARCH 2016
Full story on page 5. - Fire News photo by John Axford
Fire News Welcomes Everyone to the Long Island Mega Show at SCCC in Brentwood Visit Us in Booth BB
– New Jersey Edition –
FireNews.com
Fire News, March 2016, Page 3
In this issue... West Orange Church Destroyed A three-alarm blaze resulted in a roof collapse at a 200-year-old church. See story on page 13
2 FFs Injured in Hi-Nella Blaze An all-hands fire in the mayor’s residence injures two firefighters. See story on page 16
Fatality at Clifton Blaze A post-fire search and investigation discovers a woman’s body. See story on page 25
Cherry Hill All-Hands Fire One person dies and three firefighters are injured at an all-hands house fire.
See story on page 26
Atlantic County Fire Academy Grads The academy graduates 24 firefighters from Atlantic, Ocean and Cape May counties. See story on page 32
ACFCA Installation for 2016 The Atlantic County Fire Chiefs Association swears in its new officers. See story on page 38
PLUS: Editorial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 4 Industry News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 31 Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 32 Up Close . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pages 34 & 35 Business Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 35 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 36
A Service for New Jersey Firefighters and EMS Heroes
146 South Country Road, Bellport, NY 11713 FRANK C. TROTTA, Publisher TIM EDWARDS, Executive Editor DENNIS WHITTAM, Editor GARY P. JOYCE, Asst. Editor MARIE TROTTA, Vice President, Production/Sales LYNN SEDLER, Art Director CLIFF CHIESA, Production Manager Advertising Sales: BARBARA CONNOLLY, EVELYN ALOISIO Graphic Artist: GREGORY JONES FIRE NEWS NEW JERSEY PHOTOGRAPHERS Chad Aaronson, John Axford, Keith Addie, Adam Alberti, Ted Aurig, Kenneth E.Badger, Dick Berry, Tommy Bilancia, Thomas Bischoff, James Bonner, Joseph Brecko, John Buttino, Bob Chester, John Clark, Michael J. Coppola, Alex Coulter, Carl Crossman, Damien Davis, Chris Denton, Alan Dumoff, Brian Duddy, Brett M. Dzadik, Dan Eckert, Doug Fenichel, Tom Finnegan, Joe Fortunato, Liam Glinane, Israel Goldstein, Thomas Hayden Jr., David Hernandez, Robert Halberstadt, Roman Izaryk, Erica Jacoby, Jeffrey Konya, Kevin Maloney, Robert Munson, Paul Newborn, Robert F. Newkirk, Denis Niland, Mike Nowacki, Elvin Padilla, Ed Pinkevicz, Dane Policastro, Michael Ratcliffe, Joe Repici, Paul Rodriquez, Mark Rosetti, Chris Saraceno, Robert Scollan, Dennis C. Sharpe, Steve Sperlak, Steve Skipton, Matt Spadaro, Danielle Tagerty, Tim Sullivan, Robert Tallaksen, Wayne Tasaki, Giuseppe Tartaglia, Jim Trepeos, Gregory Taylor, Ron Trout, Ken VanPelt, Kevin Umbach, Jose Vazquez, Ronnie Viola, Tom Vogel, Tom Walker, Mike Wallace, Chris Whitam, Wells P. Wilson, Gerald Wyhopen, Jr., Peter Danzo. Columnists: Bruce Johnson, John Salka, Billy Goldfeder. COPYRIGHT 2016, THE FIRE NEWS LLC., LONG ISLAND, NEW YORK. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
For advertising rates and information, call (631) 776-0500 Press 3 Editorial: (631) 776-0500 Ext 281 Fax number: (631) 286-6866 Internet: http://www.firenews.com e-mail: nj@firenews.com
Six Editions Serving Long Island, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Pennsylvania Proud Member Of:
Official Publication of the NJ State Firemen’s Convention
Letters to the Editor, byline articles, and columns represent the opinions of the writers and photographers and are not necessarily the views of the Fire News. We reserve the right to edit all of the above. We are not responsible for errors in advertisements beyond the cost of advertising space. Copy submitted is subject to editing for space requirements. The placing of an advertisement in this publication does not constitute endorsement. Contents are copyrighted. Editorial and advertising copy cannot be reproduced without written permission from the publisher. Fire News is published monthly by Fire News LLC, with corporate offices at 146 South Country Road, Bellport, NY 11713.
Page 4, Fire News, March 2016
FireNews.com
From the Editor’s Desk Dennis Whittam, Editor
Training is No Time Joke to
Recently, I have been hearing complaints from first responders that they are being “killed” by what appears to be an increased amount of training in the fire-rescue and emergency services. Although it might appear to be an inconvenience and an extra burden on all responders, especially the volunteer, training is important and is what saves your life when things go wrong. Close to 25 years ago, departments were required to give yearly HazMat and OSHA training. To date, many departments cover this requirement in an all-day seminar or through their local fire academy. Other departments have changed the way they do this yearly training and spread it over the entire year. In New York, the Department of Labor sent out a letter to departments. The purpose of which was to, “help clarify an important issue regarding the level and types of training required for firefighters in New York State.” OSHA regulation 29 CFR 1910.156, (C) (1) is intended to ensure the safety of firefighters and requires that fire department leaders and instructors receive training and education that is more comprehensive than that provided to the general membership of the fire department. To clarify the concerns of the Department of
Labor, many of the major organizations that are part of the fire service have gotten together to identify the core competencies that fire department members, leaders and trainers should have in order to satisfy this training and education requirement. The Department of Labor is interested in the competencies achieved by firefighters and their leaders. Training from any source must be properly documented. Referring to the OSHA Fire Department Refresher, “there is a change from the previously described initial and refresher training for the eight and fifteen hours.” In the memo, there is no longer a requirement that you provide a specific number of hours of annual refresher training, but rather that you must provide and document annual safety training in six specific areas, as well as additional training from the suggested areas that apply to your department. This training does not have to occur in one single class, but, “must occur each year.” The six required topics are Hazardous Materials/ Emergency Response, Respiratory Protection, Blood Borne Pathogens, Right to Know, Workplace Violence, and Fire Extinguishers (if required to use). The March 10, 2015, letter from the
Change
Department of Labor is worth reading. My advice to all departments is to review your training and refresher program and run it by your state associations to be sure you are following the requirements. If you have questions contact your District Public Employees Safety and Health Bureau (PESH) office for guidance in meeting the regulatory compliance. Chiefs and training instructors should take a look the Recommended Best Practices for Fire Department Training Programs by the NYS Office of Fire Prevention and Control. Visit www.dhses.ny.gov/ofpc/training/firefightingbest-practices.cfm for more information. Although it may appear as an inconvenience, ongoing training is what keeps you proficient and what helps keep you safe. Dennis
Looking Back
The New Jersey Firefighters parade which, back in the 1960s, was held in Atlantic City. - Fire News photo from the Dennis C. Sharpe Collection
Announcements ERRATUM This editor’s apologies to Fire News photographer Dave Hernandez, who image of a fire in Evesham appeared on the February cover of New Jersey Fire News. We incorrectly attributed the photographer to a Mike Hernandez. Again, my apologies to Mr. Hernandez.
WHERE ARE YOUR DEPARTMENT'S PHOTOS? We would like to remind our readers that we are always happy to receive photos and stories from departments who have never been in our paper. Feel free to e-mail your photos to nj@fire news.com. We ask that any photo you do send be high resolution (300 dpi or better)
and that you do not retouch, crop, alter or reduce your photos in size when you e-mail them to us. Please send two to four photos per incident. Also, include a brief write-up of the incident, event, or family news, which includes basic “who, what, when, and where” information.We look forward to seeing your department in our next issue. - Ed
FireNews.com
Fire News, March 2016, Page 5
Cover Story
Camden 4-Alarmer
On January 10, 2016, Camden units were alerted to a building fire with fire coming from all windows near 17th and Federal Streets in the City of Camden. Command requested additional tower ladders above the box. The fire grew to four-alarms before being brought under control. There were reports of squatters frequenting the location; the building had burned before in the late 90s. - Fire News photos by Dave Hernandez, John Axford and Brad Medes
Page 6, Fire News, March 2016
FireNews.com
Wall Twp. 2-Alarmer
On December 31, 2015, the Glendola Fire Company in Wall Township was dispatched to a garage fire on Randolph Way. Receiving numerous calls for a working garage fire with extension to the house, Wall Twp. Dispatch Center had all three fire companies in town respond. A second alarm was quickly struck. First arriving units encountered heavy fire in the garage with a vehicle
also fully involved in the driveway and quickly spreading into the structure. An aggressive attack was made by crews and the fire was placed under control in about an hour. Mutual aid came from Tinton Falls, Neptune City and Liberty. Other units provided coverage. One firefighter was transported to the hospital with minor injuries. - Fire News photos by Mike Nowacki
FireNews.com
Fire News, March 2016, Page 7
Petersburg Basement Fire Shortly before midnight of January 2, 2016, Tuckahoe Fire and Upper Township Rescue responded to a fire on Perry Road in Petersburg. Upon arrival, Chief Ed Carter reported all occupants out of the building, and a heavy smoke condition coming from the 1-½ story wood frame dwelling with flames coming from the basement on Charlie side. The initial attack was made through the Alpha side into the basement where they found the seat of the fire and quickly extinguished it. Mutual aid came from Marmora, Seaville, Cape May County Fire Marshall's Office, and New Jersey State Police. - Fire News photo by Robert Macom
Roseland Structure Fire On January 7, 2016, the Roseland Fire Department responded to a structure fire on Oak Drive in Roseland. Companies arrived on scene to find visible fire showing from division 1. Crews made quick work of the fire and were assisted on scene by Livingston and East Hanover. - Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti
Page 8, Fire News, March 2016
FireNews.com
Gloucester City Kitchen Fire On January 20, 2016, a dwelling fire was reported on S. King Street in Gloucester City. Task Force 5 box was dispatched. Command arrived to a three-story dwelling with smoke showing, and struck the all-hands. Squad 5-1 led off with a handline as crews located the fire in the kitchen. - Fire News photos by Ted Aurig
ASSOCIATED AUTO BODY & TRUCKS INC.
Specializing in Fire trucks and Medical Vehicles Expert Collision Work
FREE ESTIMATES! 381-405 Raymond Blvd. Newark, NJ 07105 Tel: (973) 589-9162 Fax: (973) 589-9230 Ask for Jack!
Our work will pass your entire department’s inspection
FireNews.com
Fire News, March 2016, Page 9
Page 10, Fire News, March 2016
FireNews.com
House Fire in Mays Landing
On January 12, 2016, the volunteer fire companies of Mays Landing and Laureldale responded to a Franklin Drive address for a dwelling fire. Mays Landing Chief Robert Hamilton was informed the fire was running up the rear of a cedar sided house, followed by a report the fire was knocked down. Chief Hamilton arrived on location and established command and asked the first in Engine 1812 to stretch a line to the rear of the dwelling. Mays Landing Assistant Chief Ken Badger was assigned operations and instructed
firefighters to open up the wall and check for extension. After opening up and an extensive overhaul, it was discovered the fire had traveled into the wall and into the crawl space. Firefighters checked the entire dwelling as heavy smoke was showing from the attic vent upon arrival, but found no other extension. Firefighters also fought extremely cold temperatures as it was 15 degrees at the time. - Fire News photos by Ken Badger
FireNews.com
Fire News, March 2016, Page 11
Page 12, Fire News, March 2016
FireNews.com
MVC…and Maybe a House Fire
The volunteer fire companies of Bargaintown and Scullville responded to the intersection of Central Avenue and Bargaintown Road for a report of a possible structure fire. Bargaintown Assistant Chief Will Hancock signed on the air and was informed by dispatch it was an MVC with a car into a house and the house possibly on
fire. Bargaintown Chief Gene Sharpe and his assistant arrived to find a vehicle into a house and the occupants being treated by EMS but no fire. Chief Sharpe cancelled Scullville and requested the building inspector and stood by with one engine until the car was removed. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
FireNews.com
Historical Church Destroyed in West Orange A massive three-alarm fire early on New Years Day 2016 burned down a 200-year old church in West Orange, New Jersey. The fire occurred at St. Marks’s Episcopal Church and lasted for three hours with a total failure of the roof, which caved into the first floor. - Fire News photos by Steve White amd Mark Rosetti
Fire News, March 2016, Page 13
Page 14, Fire News, March 2016
Medford Chimney Fire
On January 13, 2016, District 25 units were alerted for a chimney fire in the Hoot Owl development. The caller reported visible fire from the top of the chimney. Units rapidly extinguished the fire. - Fire News photo by Dave Hernandez
FireNews.com
FireNews.com
Medford Chimney Fire...continued
Fire News, March 2016, Page 15
CONTINENTAL FIRE & SAFETY, INC. Gear Available on NJ State Contract Thermal Imaging Camera
Sales/Service/Parts State Contract #80952
State Contract #80970
Globe/Cairns State Contract #80945
Sales/Service State Contract #80974
State Contract #80971 Quest Hoods State Contract #80956
State Contract #80953 State Contract #80959
State Contract #80956
State Contract #80956
State Contract #80956 State Contract #80956
Sales/Service State Contract #80964
State Contract #81365
A Complete Line Of Fire Fighting Equipment And Accessories D.O.T. Certified Hydro-Test Facility
Call For A Demo
CONTINENTAL FIRE & SAFETY, INC. 2740 Kuser Rd., Hamilton, NJ 08691
(800) 313-1846 fax 609-584-0405 www.Contfire.com
Page 16, Fire News, March 2016
FireNews.com
2 FFs Injured in Hi-Nella Blaze
On January 13, 2016, an off-duty Camden City firefighter called 911 to report a working fire in the mayor’s dwelling on Warwick Road in Hi-Nella. Companies arrived to find smoke showing from a three-story dwelling’s first floor and struck an all-hands. Crews attempted to gain access through the front door to find it blocked. They then made entry through the side door to find heavy fire con-
ditions from a wind fed fire. Crews set up for defensive operations and knocked the bulk of the fire down, then re-entered the dwelling to open up. A firefighter located the family dog hiding in the bathroom unharmed. All occupants were out and accounted for. Two firefighters were treated for burns. - Fire News photo by Ted Aurig
Page 18, Fire News, March 2016
FireNews.com
Some Jobs are Harder Than Others
Fire units from Milmay, Dorothy and Richland were dispatched on January 28, 2016, to McDonald Avenue for a structure fire. Milmay Chief Eric Hensel arrived and established command and notified dispatch the fire was within the jurisdiction of the Cumberland Fire Company of Maurice River Township in Cumberland County, not Buena Vista Township in Atlantic County. But because Milmay and Dorothy are closer, they were dispatched first. Command specialcalled East Vineland for their tender and Cumberland County dispatched Cumberland and the City of Millville. The fire structure was a single-story wood frame home down the end of a long drive-
way. Command had a Dorothy engine come in and start fighting the fire while Richland layed an LDH line, which was fed by Dorothy’s water tender. They were supported by the East Vineland 6000-gallon water tender upon its arrival. The fire was quickly brought under control with the garage of the home being devastated but the remainder of the home intact. Responding were Milmay, Dorothy, Richland, East Vineland, Cumberland, Millville, City of Vineland, BVT EMS, N.J State Police and Atlantic City Electric. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
FireNews.com
Fire News, March 2016, Page 19
8 Families Displaced at Newark 3-Alarm
Flanders Stops Fire At Local Camp
On January 11, 2016, the Newark Fire Department responded to a three-alarm fire on Bergen Street. During the fire a Mayday was called for a downed firefighter and an RIT team was activated. The firefighter was safely removed. The fire damaged four buildings and eight families were displaced and assisted by the Red Cross. - Fire News photo by Werner Ennesser
On January 7, 2016, Flanders firefighters stopped a fire in a building at the JCC Metrowest Camp Deeny Ribeck. The fire started in a building that houses a photo lab. Firefighters arrived at the facility on Flanders-Netcong Road to find flames shooting up from one corner of the building, but quickly knocked down the fire, containing the blaze to that corner of the building. Fire Chief Michael McDermott said accessing the building, which is in the back of the camp complex, was a challenge due to a lack of roadways. Mutual aid came from Budd Lake, Budd Lake First Aid Squad, and firefighters from Chester, Hackettstown and Netcong. - Fire News photo by Doug Fenichel, FFC PIO
Page 20, Fire News, March 2016
FireNews.com
Sea Isle City Fight Hampered by Storm
On January 23, 2016, Sea Isle City’s 911 received a call reporting smoke coming from a building on Landis Avenue. Upon arrival, command found smoke and flames coming from the rear of the building. Near hurricane force winds, frigid temperatures and severe flooding (a foot greater than Superstorm Sandy) createda perfect storm for this fire and mutual aid calls went out to all of the surrounding areas as far south as Cape May Court House and as far north as Somers Point. The fire was close to impossible to extin-
guish, and, eventually, an excavator was called in to teardown the building as the fire raged inside. Hundreds of firefighters, many fire apparatus, including four aerials, were placed into action. Responding units came from Sea Isle, Oceanview, Dennisville, Seaville, Marmora, Rio Grande, Cape May Court House, Somers Point, Ocean City, Strathmere, Sea Isle Rescue, Upper Township Rescue, Cape May County Fire Marshal’s Office, and the Sea Isle Police. - Fire News photos by Robert Macom
Page 22, Fire News, March 2016
FireNews.com
3-Alarmer at Historic Structure
The City of Bridgeton Fire Department was alerted for a fire early on January 16, 2016, at Broad and Fayette Streets at the Crestview Tavern. Units arrived to find heavy smoke and fire showing from the upper floors of a multi-story, wood frame, mixed-use structure that dated back to the Revolutionary War. The fire went to three alarms and the cause was under investigation. Responding were City of Bridgeton, City of Vineland, Gouldtown, Upper Deerfield, Rosenhayn, Hopewell-Stow Creek, Fairton, Cedarville, Millville, City of Bridgeton Police, Salvation Army, NJ Division of Fire Safety, NJDOT and Cumberland County Fire Police. - Fire News photos by Dennis C. Sharpe and Robert Macom
FireNews.com
Fire News, March 2016, Page 23
Page 24, Fire News, March 2016
FireNews.com
Mays Landing MVC
On January 15, 2016, the Mays Landing Volunteer Fire Company along with the Mays Landing Rescue Squad and the Hamilton Township Police were dispatched to Somers Point-Mays Landing Road and North Street for an MVC with entrapment. Mays Landing Assistant Chief Ken Badger, Jr., arrived on location and established command and reported a twovehicle MVC with both drivers still in their vehicles and uninjured. Once the vehicles were stabilized, both drivers removed themselves from their vehicles and were examined by EMS. The cause of the crash was under investigation by Hamilton Township Police. - Fire News photo by Ken Badger
Fatality at Route 9 Overturn On January 5, 2016, Central Dispatch received a call of an MVA on Route 9. The caller stated a vehicle hit the rear of a parked SUV, which caused the car to flip onto its roof in the middle of the highway. Central dispatched Marmora Fire Rescue Company and Upper Township Rescue to North Shore Road in Marmora. Upon arrival responding units learned that an off-duty police officer had removed the driver from the vehicle and was performing CPR on her. Crews secured the scene and took over treatment and remained on scene for nearly three hours. The 74-year-old driver died at AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center's City Campus on January 8. - Fire News photo by Robert Macom
FireNews.com
Fire News, March 2016, Page 25
Fatality at Clifton Blaze
On New Year’s Day 2016, the Clifton Fire Department received calls for a structure fire on Pershing Road. Engine 6 arrived and reported the first floor fully involved and called for a second alarm. On arrival, companies knocked down heavy fire within minutes. A post-fire search and investigation discovered a woman’s body in a first floor bedroom. An arson unit and accelerant sniffing dog were brought to the scene. - Fire News photos by Mark Rosetti
Page 26, Fire News, March 2016
FireNews.com
Fatality at Fire, 3 FFs Injured
On January 28, 2016, a dwelling fire was reported on Sheffield Avenue in Cherry Hill. County Communications advised responding units of an occupant inside. Crews arrived to find a two-story split level with heavy smoke from the front door and heavy fire conditions on Division C; an all-hands was struck. Early in the incident the house electrical line gave way, bringing down wires onto Ladder 1324, energizing the truck. A primary search was conducted to locate the occupant on the second floor. Crews removed the victim from the dwelling and the person was transported to the local hospital and later pronounced. Crews were forced from the dwelling, and set up defensive operations, eventually re-entering and extinguishing the fire. Three firefighters were treated and released from the hospital with minor burns. The fire was reported to have started in the kitchen area. - Fire News photos by Ted Aurig
FireNews.com
Live Fire Training in Demarest Recently, the Demarest Fire Department had the opportunity to train and sharpen their skills on a house that was donated to the department by a local contractor. - Fire News photos by Chris ‘Doc’ Denton
Fire News, March 2016, Page 27
Page 28, Fire News, March 2016
FireNews.com
Training in Rio Grande On January 31, 2016, the Rio Grande Volunteer Fire Company of Middle Township in Cape May County trained on the CAFS system of their new Engine 7243. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
Janvier House Remodeled The Janvier Volunteer Fire Company in Franklin Township, Gloucester County have remodeled the exterior of their station with a new facade and doors. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
Wayside Practices Extrication Back in October 2015, the Wayside Fire Company travelled to Blewetts Junkyard to hold their monthly drill. Blewetts donated two vehicles for crews to practice extrication. Members of the fire company practiced stabilization using both high and low pressure air bags, Paratech struts, wood for box cribbing and hydraulic tool operations. - Fire News photos by Mike Nowacki
FireNews.com
Long Branch Swears in 2016 Chiefs
On January 1, 2016, at the Long Branch City Hall the new chiefs (top, left) of the department were sworn in. In attendance this year was Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno, as well as other city officials. Speeches were made by the new Chief Ron Guidetti and outgoing Chief Kevin Stout who was then sworn in as the newly elected 2nd Assistant Chief. Michael Marrow was sworn in as 1st Assistant. After the ceremony and speeches a special luncheon was served for all present. (Bottom, left): Chief of the Department Ron Guidetti and family. (Top, right): First Assistant Chief Michael Marrow with his mother, wife and daughter. (Bottom, right): Second Assistant Chief Kevin Scout and his wife. - Fire News photos by Michael Breyer
Fire News, March 2016, Page 29
Page 30, Fire News, March 2016
FireNews.com
Disaster Preparedness Awareness Expo
The Freehold First Aid Squad, under the leadership of Captain Peter DeNicola, sponsored a Disaster Preparedness Awareness Expo. The purpose of the event was to show EMS cadets and junior firefighters many of the ‘tools in the tool box’ that are available when disaster strikes. The day started when over 90 participants from various Monmouth County EMS squads and fire departments were greeted and welcomed by Sheriff Shaun Golden at the Monmouth County Radio Room. Following his introduction the group had a tour of the state-ofthe-art communication center. The group then relocated to a nearby school where many agencies discussed and showed some of the resources they provide to the emergency service community. Those involved included the Monmouth County EMS Task Force (Medical Ambulance Bus, Mass Casualty Response Unit-Special Operations Vehicle, MONOC and the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office) and the Howell First Aid and Rescue Squad. The fire service was represented with various apparatus from the Freehold Township Independent Fire Company, East Freehold Fire Company, Freehold Boro Fire Department and the Gordons Corner Fire Department. Additionally, the NJSP Urban Search and Rescue and NJ National Guard also sent members and equipment for the expo. This was the first time this type of program was put together in the Monmouth County area. Captain DeNicola appears to be planning future programs where the EMS cadets and junior firefighters will be working together, preparing for their future as emergency service providers. - Fire News photos by Craig Haas
Standby at AC Water Main Break
Two water tenders from the Mays Landing and Germania Volunteer Fire Companies stood by at Atlantic City Fire Department Station 5 on January 16, 2016, during a water main rupture on Route 322 (Black Horse Pike). Atlantic City Emergency Management contacted Atlantic County Fire Coordinator Edward
Vincent about the rupture and requested the water tenders to stand by during the day while the rupture was repaired. Chief Vincent contacted Deputy Coordinator Oscar Dutch, Jr., who helped arrange the standby. - Fire News photo Dennis C. Sharpe
FireNews.com
Fire News, March 2016, Page 31
ULTRA BRIGHT LIGHTZ OPENS NEW SHOWROOM DEER PARK LOCATION HAS IT ALL
Ultra Bright Lightz is proud to announce our new location at 181 East Industry Court in Deer Park, NY! The new location includes a fully stocked showroom, warehouse and multiple installation bays. Come in and check out our various lights on display with the option to make an in-store purchase. Warning lights, work lights, flash lights, rescue bags, and rescue knives are all available. We are Feniex Industries’ 2015 top selling Master Dealer making us the best place to purchase Feniex lights! Ultra Bright Lightz also features their own lighting brand — UBL Electronics — extremely bright, reliable and affordable. Stop by to get a quote and book an installation. Open Monday to Friday from 1000 until 1700. For further information, call Bright Litz at 888-562-5125; www.ultrabrightlightz.com.
KEYSTONE FIREFIGHTER CONFERENCE JULY 15-17, 2016
The Keystone Firefighter Conference has announced that Lila Gillespie will be taking on the role of booth and sponsorship sales for the Keystone Firefighter Conference. If your company is interested in exhibiting, contact Lila at lila@keystonefirefighterconference.com or 877-532-6792, ext. 703. The Keystone Firefighter Conference will take place July 15-17, 2016, in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, and will feature Exhibits, Training, Junior Firefighter Competition, Fire Truck Rodeo, and a Chili Cook-Off.
BRIAN BLINN JOINS MINERVA
VET FIREFIGHTER & EMT BRINGS EXPERIENCE AND UNDERSTANDING TO MINERVA Minerva, the leading cleaner of firefighter and EMT apparel in North America, is proud to announce that Brian Blinn joined the company as Director of Sales and Business Development. Brian brings 12 years of experience as Vice-President of Sales at Honeywell First Responder Products and as a firefighter/EMT in the State of Ohio. A graduate of The Ohio State University, Brian is recognized in the fire service industry as a leading authority on the science behind bunker gear design, use, cleaning and care. As a 13-year veteran of the fire service as a firefighter and EMT, Brian also has a unique and first-hand understanding of the importance of keeping bunker and EMT gear clean to minimize health risks and maximize performance. During his time with Honeywell, Brian serviced departments from the largest major metros to smaller rural and suburban squads. His years and breadth of experience working with all types and sizes of department is a real asset for Minerva and Minerva’s customers. Brian can be reached at Brian.blinn@bunkergearcleaners.com.
LONG ISLAND’S WATERWAY MOBILE PUMP TESTING! After numerous requests from its customers over the years, last summer, Waterway Long Island began providing a mobile pump testing service. Utilizing a Weis Draft Commander 3000, Waterway personnel and equipment travel to local departments to perform the required testing conveniently at the fire station or maintenance shop. Under the NFPA 1911-2012 edition apparatus pump performance testing is required to be conducted at least annually, after a major repair, or after a major pump modification. The Draft Commander is a fully-mobile trailered unit consisting of a 3000-gallon water reservoir, calibrated dual pitot monitoring stations, and all necessary suction and discharge hoses, fittings, and adapters necessary to perform the complete NFPA pump test at the choice of location determined by the fire department. While there are over 100 Draft Commander units in service worldwide by apparatus manufacturers, military, fire departments and apparatus service companies, Waterway operates the only one located on Long Island. The unit allows Waterway personnel to perform a true pump test from draft with cool, clean water and is environmentally friendly, recycling the test water.
The mobile pump testing unit is capable of testing up to a 3000GPM pump, or (2) 1500-GPM pumps simultaneously. Most departments entire pump inventory can be completed in only a day or two. Some of the benefits of on-site testing include less downtime of apparatus since they remain in district, ability to be removed immediately from the test in the event they are needed to respond to an alarm, and minor repairs can be made and apparatus re-retested the same day if necessary. The fire department needs only to supply the apparatus to be tested and a water supply; Waterway personnel takes care of all other functions. All components of the NFPA test are performed including the dry vacuum, primer, engine governor, pump shift, tank-to-pump flow rate test, pump performance, pressure control device, intake relief valve test, and more. Fully compliant printed test result forms are supplied to the department in a timely manner. If desired, results can also be supplied on CD, via e-mail, or on-line, 24/7, through a secure website. For more information, contact Waterway Long Island at 516-7311616 or sschuman@waterwayinc.com.
Page 32, Fire News, March 2016
FireNews.com
AC Fire Academy Grads
The Atlantic County Fire Academy Summer/Fall 2015 Firefighter 1 graduation was held January 25, 2016, at the Anthony ‘Tony’ Canale Training Center in Egg Harbor Township with Director Michael J. Corbo and Atlantic County Firefighters Association 2nd Vice President Charles ‘Chic’ Kisby providing remarks for the graduates, wishing them well in their fire service careers and advising them to never stop training. Twenty-four students from Atlantic, Cape May, and Ocean Counties graduated, and in attendance to wish them well and congratulate them were friends, family, chief officers from their respective fire companies, and fellow firefighters. (Top, left): FF Arthur Williams of the Cardiff Volunteer Fire Company #1 of Egg Harbor Township and his family. (Top, center): ACFA Director Michael J. Corbo with the graduates. (Top, right): Retired Atlantic County Fire Marshal Harold ‘White’' Swartz awards his grandson, Matthew Swartz his diploma and then pinned his badge onto his uniform. (Bottom, left): Deputy Chief Ferrier of the Tuckahoe Volunteer Fire Company of Upper Township in Cape May County along with some of his firefighters congratulate graduate William Wentz who scored a perfect 100 on his hazmat exam, and a 96 on his state exam. - Fire News photos by Dennis C. Sharpe
FireNews.com
Big Mac-Chili Fest It is Sunday, February 7, 2016. Why is the date so important? It was Super Bowl Sunday 2016 and I am spending my day in Weston Connecticut. Why, you might ask? Well it was the Big Mac-Chili Fest! A few months ago, I received an e-mail from a promoter who is a fan of my show. His name was Jim Keenan. Jim is the creator of Chowder-fest, which is a big event in Connecticut as well as the MacChili Fest. He thought it would be a great idea to have the Mac-Chili Fest before the Super Bowl. He said, “Come on! What would be better than chili and macaroni and cheese before the big game?” How can one argue with that? One of the main reasons he contacted me was due to a rivalry between the Weston Fire Department and Westport Fire Department, a feud based on who had the better chili. Who better to judge this contest than Firefighter Ray! I know we do a lot of chili on Firehouse Kitchen, but … this is the fire department and we love our chili! When I arrived at the event, it was controlled chaos. Sacred Heart University was there with their band and more volunteers to help than you could imagine! One could immediately tell that this was a huge event. The lines for the chili were long, but totally worth it. I have never seen so many different macaroni and cheese dishes and specialty chili in my life. All the chili was made by different restaurants in the area as well as several local fire departments. One was better than the next. Now for my decision. I thought both departments’ chili was delicious, but I had to go with the Weston Fire Department chili. Firefighter Frank Caolo was the chef who created it. Not only did it win over Westport, in my opinion, but it came in second overall in the event. If you’re not doing anything on Super Bow Sunday 2017, I highly recommend attending the Mac-Chili Fest. One last thing. Firehouse Kitchen will be returning TV55 WLNY New York on Saturday mornings at 1130 starting April 2, 2016. Be sure to watch the new season! To find out more about Firehouse Kitchen, go to firehousekitchenshow.com or contact us on Facebook.
For the winning recipe turn to page 37
Fire News, March 2016, Page 33
Page 34, Fire News, March 2016
FireNews.com
Up Close & Personal
Lt. Clarence Abbott of the Bargaintown Volunteer Fire Company is presented his Lieutenant’s shield by Bargaintown Chief Eugene Sharpe for his many years of dedicated service to the fire company. Lt. Abbott is stepping down as an officer but will remain active with the fire company. - Fire News photo by Ken Badger
Firefighter Rich Crowell from the Landisville Volunteer Fire Company, Station 11-1, in Buena Borough, Atlantic County operating their water tender at the Newtonville job on Route 54 on December 30, 2015. - Fire News photo by Ken Badger
(Left to right): Long Branch ex-Captain Sal Merkel, 2nd Assistant Chief Kevin Stout and ex-Captain John Carroll. - Fire News photo by Chris ‘Doc’ Denton
Rio Grande Volunteer Fire Company Captain Helen Graham at the wheel of the new Engine 7243. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
The Farmington Volunteer Fire Company #4 of the Egg Harbor Township Fire Department in Atlantic County recognized pastChief James Garth, Sr., with a plaque dedicating the new Rescue 1547 in his honor. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
Captain Michael Coucoules from the Blackwood Fire Company during a MVC with entrapment. - Fire News photo by Michael Breyer
FireNews.com
Fire News, March 2016, Page 35
Up Close & Personal
William Eppler is the new Chief of the City of Hammonton Fire Department. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
Roy Talley is the new Chief of the City of Absecon Fire Department in Atlantic County. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
Demarest Assistant Chief John McLoughlin doing a sound test for the Demarest Fire Department’s Veterans Day Service - Fire News photo by Joe Fortunato
Page 36, Fire News, March 2016
FireNews.com
Diesel Tanker Rollover in Pennsauken
On January 11, 2016, companies were dispatched in Pennsauken Township on Route 130 for a hazmat MVA. Crews arrived to find a tanker on its side. The driver was able to self extricate and confirmed he was carrying 7500 gallons of diesel fuel. Command requested the County Haz Mat units to respond. Crews secured a water supply and operated to control the spill from entering the storm drains while working to stabilize the vehicle. A second tanker was brought in to the scene to unload the product. Crews remained on location for several hours until the vehicle was removed from the roadway. Companies from Pennsauken, Collingswood, Cherry Hill, Gloucester City and Bellmawr operated at the scene. - Fire News photos by Ted Aurig
FireNews.com
Through the Guardrail
Fire News, March 2016, Page 37
Big Mac-Chili Fest...continued from page 33 Weston Volunteer Fire Department “SmokeEaters Chili” For two Engines and two Ladder Trucks of Firefighters
Recently, Station 84 crews were dispatched to Blackwood-Clementon and Erial Roads for a reported car that went through a guardrail on Route 42 and was overturned in the trees with entrapment. Chief Vannoni (8401) reported the occupant had self-extricated and Rescue 84 and Engine 841 stood by for the tow truck. - Fire News photos by Michael Breyer
Ingredients: 12 tablespoon Chili powder 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt 1 tablespoon dried Oregano 1-tablespoon ground Cumin 1 tablespoon ground White Pepper 2 teaspoon Brown Sugar 1 ½ teaspoon fresh Cilantro 1 ½ teaspoon Fresh Thyme 1 cup Guinness Stout beer 2 quarts Chicken Stock 8 long green chilies new Mexican roasted and chopped 2-15 ounces cans fire roasted diced tomatoes 2-15 ounces cans fire roasted crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh Celery 3 cloves Garlic finely chopped 2 lbs. Vermont (New England) Smoked Bacon (save the Bacon fat) 4 Lbs. Center Cut Pork Chops or Pork Butt cut into 3/8-inch cubes 5 Lbs. Beef Sirloin tips or Try Tips, cut into 1/4-inch cubes 4 medium Onions cut into 3/8 inch pieces 2 Green Peppers cut into 3/8 inch pieces 1 Red Peppers, cut into 3/8 inch pieces 1 Yellow Peppers, cut into 3/8 inch pieces Serve with: 1 lb. Grated Monterey Jack cheese 3 limes sliced
Directions: Start cooking the bacon; when done save the bacon fat for use later and chop the bacon into small pieces. Place chicken stock into large pot and start getting it to a low boil. While waiting for the chicken stock, mix all dry spices together then add the cup of Guinness beer and stir making sure there are no lumps. Now, add the spice and beer mixture into the chicken stock. Roast the green chilies over a flame or in frying pan with two spoons of saved bacon fat. Now finely chop and add chilies to the stock, chop celery, and garlic and add them to the stock. Open the cans of fire roasted tomatoes add them to the stock, Start to brown the pork … using bacon fat. Add pork in stock …and let it work for 20 to 30 minutes. As pork is in the stock start browning the steak in the bacon fat. Once browned place steak into stock and low boil for one hour. Now start chopping the onions and bell peppers, cook for additional three- to four hours until all the pork and meat breaks down. (Stay on top of it with the stirring as it could stick to bottom of the pot.) Almost there… Take it off the heat and sit at room temperature for 45 minutes to an hour…for the best refrigerate for a day or two to get the best and optimum flavor. Reheat for about 5 minutes before serving. Serve: Place Cheese and limes on the side and firefighters can add as they choose. For a Sandwich version use…Potato rolls or Baguettes.
❏ $39 ONE YEAR
❏ NEW ❏ RENEWAL
(12 issues)
plus $10.00 for out of state
❏ NEW YORK STATE ❏ LONG ISLAND ❏ NEW JERSEY
❏ $69 TWO YEARS (24 ISSUES)
plus $20.00 for out of state
❏ $89 THREE YEARS (36 ISSUES)
plus $30.00 for out of state
Outside US call for prices.
MAIL TO:
Accepted
Fire News · 146 South Country Rd. · Bellport · NY 11713 Name _________________________________________ Address ________________________________________ City ___________________________________________ ___ State____________________________Zip Phone # (_____) _________________________________ E-mail __________________________________________ Credit Card No: ______-______-______-______ Exp. __________ V -Code (3 digit code from back of card) ____________
Call 631-776-0500 Ext. 1 Fax 631-286-6866
Page 38, Fire News, March 2016
FireNews.com
ACFCA Swearing-in
Atlantic County Deputy Freeholder Director Will Pauls swore in the new officers of the Atlantic County Fire Chiefs Association on January 13, 2016, at their reorganization meeting at the Absecon City Fire Station. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe