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Flemington, NJ - Firefighters were dispatched to a Level-3 Box Alarm for a fire at the Tirpok Cleaners on Reaville Avenue in the Borough a little before 7:00 P.M. on Thursday, May 4th. First arriving personnel came on the scene from the Flemington–Raritan First Aid & Rescue Squad and quickly reported that the fire was already through the roof of the structure. - See full story on page 12
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Brotherhood Above Everything Else HEALTH & FITNESS
by Robert “Pip” Piparo
DAMIEN DANIS
"Brotherhood doesn’t mean turnout coats, kilts and t-shirts. Brotherhood is men and women sweating and suffering together: whether on the drill ground, the fire ground, or in the gym. It means 'I’m going to do whatever I can to be the best for them, for my crew, and for myself.' It means no longer tolerating incompetence in tactics, skills or physical ability." -James Keegan, Cherry Hill Fire Department Firefighter James Keegan of Cherry Hill Fire Department sent me this quote after the 2017 Fire Department Instructor's Conference in Indianapolis, IN. Jimmy just finished competing in the 'Firefighter Throwdown' and this was his biggest take away from his time spent there. Of course, I totally agree with his sentiment but recently, I was able experience it first-hand at an event that just so happened to have been held at Jimmy’s department. Thousands upon thousands of firefighters, police officers, soldiers, athletes, first responders and civilians from all across America participated in the ‘Memorial Day Murph’ workout over Memorial Day weekend. This workout was created to honor Lt. Michael Murphy, who was killed in action on June 8, 2005. His life was memorialized in the movie “Lone Survivor”. The workout consists of a 1-mile run followed by 100 pull-ups, 200 push-ups, 300 air squats and another 1-mile run, all while wearing a 20-lb. weight vest. This workout can be scaled for all abilities, however it’s meant to be a challenge. It’s meant to push you to a new level. Lieutenant Murphy did this workout weekly in preparation to become a Navy Seal. We honor him and all other service members who made the ultimate sacrifice by participating in this workout and pushing ourselves to new physical limits. I’ve participated in ‘Murph’ for
several years, but this year was different. I was invited to participate with the members of the Cherry Hill Fire Department at one of their stations. They are an official ‘Murph’ location each year. I’ve worked out there before, but I’d never experienced anything like this. There were about 30 of us total, including firefighters, police officers and family members, most of whom I had never met before until that day. But none of that mattered, because we were all there for one reason; to honor the fallen. Hanging on the whiteboard in the station where the workout was written, also hung pictures of New Jersey service members who were killed in action in various wars. Before we started the workout, names of the fallen were read aloud. Their names stuck with me on that first mile and through several rounds of the workout. During the workout, I looked around a lot, watching everyone work through their rounds. I couldn’t help but think how amazing this was. I was at a firehouse, in New Jersey, doing one of the most grueling, yet meaningful workouts possible. I also thought about Jimmy’s quote and just how true it felt in this moment. We throw the word “brother” around in the fire service daily. Brotherhood is written everywhere, but do we truly understand and embody its meaning? It’s a topic I never thought physical fitness would lead me to ponder. But it did, and participating in ‘Murph,' alongside so many other emergency responders, really made its meaning clear to me. It's way more than wearing a uniform, or putting a sticker on your car. Just showing up doesn’t cut it anymore. The job that we signed up for is killing us. We are losing too many firefighters to health related issues to keep denying that fact anymore. A cultural change needs to occur, and it needs to occur now. I’m sure that by this point most people are saying, “there’s no way I can finish ‘Murph'.’” Guess what? Chances are you’re right! Actually, no one should just attempt a workout like 'Murph' straight off the couch. Just like no one should run into a structure fire without months of
training. This is where the cultural shift needs to occur. Our culture needs to adopt physical fitness as part of our daily routine. Just like checking the truck or making the beds. We need to take care of the most important piece of equipment we have: our body. It won’t be easy, I’m not saying it is. But what about our job is easy? Our mission is to protect lives and property. We owe it to ourselves, to the citizens we serve and to those we serve with to start putting more effort into our physical fitness. ‘Murph’ will take place next year, on Memorial Day weekend, at locations around the country. I challenge you to start training now, to make completing this workout your goal. You have just under one year to physically and mentally prepare yourself for this challenge. I very rarely make guarantees in the fitness world, but this is one I’m willing to put down in writing. Whatever your current physical state is today, if you put forth the work, you will be ready one year from today to tackle this beast of a workout. During your prep year you will not only be helping yourself, but also those you're training with. Your sense of pride and brotherhood will increase, as I’ve seen with firefighters worldwide. The goal is to complete this workout, but you should set smaller goals along the way. Before long, your regimen will become routine. As you adopt this new fitness lifestyle, start to note how you feel overall. Start to note how your commitment to the fire service grows. When you take the time and put work back into yourself, you start to realize just how good you really do feel. Having your “brothers” and “sisters” doing it alongside you is just icing on the cake. It’s time to reverse the negative trend that is plaguing our services and bring pride back. Pride in ourselves, pride in our company, pride in our departments and pride in our services. As always, should you have any questions, feel free to email me at pip@555fitness.com. Also, feel free to share your stories of transformation along the way. You never know who you may inspire tomorrow from the work you are putting in today!
DAMIEN DANIS
Wallington Dedicates Johnson Ave. Firehouse
Wallington, NJ - On April 29th, the Wallington Fire Dept. held its annual memorial service, remembering those members who have departed us. This years memorial service was special, as the corner of Johnson Ave. and Wadsworth St., at Engine Co. 202's firehouse, was dedicated in honor of Engine Co. 202 Captain Alfred Ventura, who made the ultimate sacrifice while operating at a mutual aid fire in the Borough of East Rutherford on March 5th, 1970.
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Rutherford Tractor-Trailer Fire on Route 3
Rutherford, NJ - Rutherford firefighters fought a fire in a tractor-trailer truck that was carrying cheese and sausage on May 10th on Route 3, west. The fire quickly extended into the trailer as flames also damaged a section of the highway's sound barrier.
Record Attendance Achieved at FDIC International 2017 Tulsa, Okla., May 1st, 2017 – The Fire Department Instructors Conference International (FDIC International) announced a record-breaking attendance of nearly 34,000 attendees from 58 countries at its 90th annual training conference and expo, held at the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, IN April 24-29, 2017. The world’s largest and most comprehensive annual firefighter training and exposition event, FDIC International includes Classroom Sessions, Pre-Conference Workshops, Hands-On Training Evolutions, networking events, a conference program with more than 300 speakers, and an exhibition showcasing cuttingedge products and services from nearly 800 companies. “FDIC International 2017 was a huge achievement for PennWell and the fire service. Its continued growth reflects its reputation for delivering the most advanced training and education from the world’s finest instructors,” said Eric Schlett, Vice President/Executive Director, PennWell Corp. “And with 798 exhibitors demonstrating the latest apparatus and equipment advancements within the fire service, it is clear that firefighters will travel from all corners of the globe to attend this international event.” FDIC International 2017 featured many special events and networking opportunities throughout the week. The NFFF 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb, the Scott Firefighter Combat Challenge, the Firefighter Throwdown Crossfit competition, the HEAT Competition, and the Real Time Outdoor Product Demonstrations provide firefighters with competition and educational opportunities. Many off-site industry association events also take place each year, as well as networking events such as the International Networking Event. As an official event of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Buyers Select Program, FDIC International also provides an International Lounge complete with local area informa-
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New York: William N. Tolley, 42 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: April 20, 2017 Death Date: April 20, 2017 Fire Department: Fire Department New York City Initial Summary: At 1420hrs, Firefighter William N. Tolley and members of Ladder 135, along with additional fire units, responded to a fire in a second floor apartment in a five-story apartment building at 1615 Putnam Avenue in Queens. Firefighter Tolley, who was assigned as his unit's outside ventilation firefighter, was accessing the roof of the structure when he fell five stories. Firefighter Tolley was transported to Wyckoff Heights Medical Center where he succumbed to the injuries sustained in the fall. Ohio: David Lemponen, 83 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: April 27, 2017 Death Date: April 28, 2017 Fire Department: Austinburg Volunteer Fire Department Initial Summary: Firefighter David Lemponen was directing traffic on the north side of State Route 307 at the scene of a minor motor vehicle accident when he was struck by another vehicle. Firefighter Lemponen was treated and transported by Medevac to a Cleveland hospital but succumbed to the injuries sustained when struck.
Arkansas: Doug Deckard, 51 Rank: Fire Chief Incident Date: April 30, 2017 Death Date: April 30, 2017 Fire Department: Cove Creek Pearson Fire Department Initial Summary: While outside of his vehicle checking water conditions during severe storms that were occurring throughout north-central Arkansas, Fire Chief Doug Deckard was struck by another vehicle on Highway 25 just west of the Faulkner-Cleburne County line near Quitman. Fire Chief
Deckard passed away a short time later from the injuries sustained when struck.
California: Jerome Boyd, 55 Rank: Battalion Chief Incident Date: April 28, 2017 Death Date: April 28, 2017 Fire Department: Los Angeles Fire Department Initial Summary: Battalion Chief Jerome Boyd suffered a medical emergency on the morning of Friday, April 28, while on-duty driving in a fire department vehicle near Downtown Los Angeles. He was transported to California Hospital Medical Center by a Los Angeles Fire Department rescue ambulance. All efforts to revive him, however, were not successful.
New Jersey: William F. Gerace, 54 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: April 10, 2017 Death Date: April 28, 2017 Fire Department: Gibbsboro Fire Company No. 1 Inc. Initial Summary: On April 10, as he was advancing hose line during mandatory live burn training, Firefighter William Gerace suffered a spiral fracture to his right fibula. On April 28, Firefighter Gerace's spouse contacted 911 from Gerace's residence as he was showing signs of severe respiratory difficulty. Upon the arrival of emergency responders, Firefighter Gerace stopped breathing and went into cardiac arrest. He was immediately transported to a local hospital with EMS performing CPR. CPR was continued at the hospital and, after approximately 20 minutes, doctors pronounced him deceased. Autopsy results showed that he suffered a pulmonary embolism, which was directly attributed to being a complication of his initial leg fracture and recovery process.
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D.C. Terpak Retires from FDJC, but will Continue to Educate Fire Safety UPS & DOWNS Notes from Ron Jeffers
During the April 30th retirement lunch, he was described as a “guardian angel,” the “Vince Lombardi of the fire service,” the “Vinny Dunn of Jersey City,” and a “big deal". Also overheard in the crowd was a statement that when his name comes up, it's always positive. Deputy Chief Mike Terpak retired from the Jersey City Fire Department after 36-years of service. City and area firefighters, along with officers, family and friends assembled at Fire Headquarters for a celebration of Chief Terpak's career. He began his firefighting some 40-years ago as a volunteer with Little Falls Engine Co. 3. To his surprise, members of that company showed up with their new Seagrave pumper. During a round of speeches, First Battalion Chief Monaghan addressed Terpak's family. People outside of the fire service community may hear that someone is a big deal, but they are really unaware of what they do and what they stand for. Chief Monaghan said, “Yes, Chief Tepak is a 'big deal,' as you can see by the turnout.” He is one of the most respected firefighting authorities in the country. He is a chief, mentor, educator and a shoulder for friends. After he graduated from the city's fire school in June of 1981, he was assigned to Engine Co. 10. Engine 10 was a battle scarred 1973 Mack-the first chrome yellow pumper delivered to the city when yellow and lime were fire apparatus color fads. By 1981, however, the FDJC had returned to solid red. The Halladay Street firehouse, which is also the home of Ladder Co. 12, has produced many chief officers over the years. Recently retired Chief of Department Darren Rivers said he went to Engine 10 as a rookie. Then, Firefighter Terpak, “taught me how to fight fires and study,” he said. Many officers and retired officers credit Chief Terpak with helping them get promoted. When a firefighter with personal and health problems was assigned to headquarters where Chief Terpak was working, he built up the courage to walk into his office and talk. Bottom line, he said that he left that office feeling like a new man with someone he can talk to. As a chief officer and educator, his main goal is to get everyone home safe. That is a main topic that he will stress in his lectures, books and articles. Chief Terpak will continue to travel around the country and write another book. “I look forward to this new chapter in my career,” he said. “I wish everyone in the JCFD the best. Be safe. I will miss you very much! Thank you!” DOWNS: A Gibbsboro firefighter died in April from complications involving a leg injury he suffered during a mandatory training exercise nearly three weeks earlier. According to the
US Fire Administration, volunteer Firefighter William “Bill” Gerace died because of a polmonary embolism, which an autopsy found was directly attributed as a complication of a leg fracture to his right fibula. UPS: Mia, a 1-year-old Pomeranian-Husky mix, became caught in the mechanism under a sectional reclining chair in Ridgefield, April 25th. Members of Rescue 2 had to lift the chair and prop it up in order to release Mia from the coil. After the canine was released, she still had the coil attached to her. Firefighters caught Mia before she ran away and untangled the mechanism from the dog's skin and fur. The dog's skin seemed intact. The pet was taken to a vet who said she had suffered some bruises on her right side and paw. Later, dog owner Ruth Mendez delivered pizza to the firehouse to thank the firefighters. Members credited with the aid were Fire Official James Brierty, Chief Mike Kees, Chief John Hoffman, 1st Lt. Perry Bonaguaro, 2nd Lt. Michael Fugnitti and FF Joseph Greco. DOWNS: Lightning struck a Manalapan home, April 29th, causing a 2alarm fire on Dancer lane. A family of five was displaced. UPS: During the Wallington FD's annual memorial service, April 29th, a street sign and plaque were revealed, proclaiming the corner as Captain Alfred Venture Plaza. Capt. Ventura died from injuries sustained fighting a fire in an East Rutherford home on March 5, 1970. He was 34-years-old and left behind three young sons, all of whom decided to follow in his footsteps as firefighters. DOWNS: In May, Fairview police were seeking help from the public to help them find a tractor-trailer that struck a pickup truck, sending it headon into a borough ambulance. The ambulance was traveling north on Broad Ave., May 1st, transporting a patient from a mutual aid call for Guttenberg, when it was struck near West Prospect Ave. Police Chief Martin Kahn said surveillance video shows the tractortrailer fleeing. The patient in the ambulance was taken to Holy Name Medical Center, as were the volunteer EMTs. All of the injuries were minor, the chief added. UPS: Maywood Firefighter Roy De Young, Jr. was nominated to be the July 4th grand marshal for the Maywood parade. DOWNS: Firefighters from the Joint Base FD found a vehicle on the side of Hawkins Rd. with “significant fire and head damage,” in May. They found a deceased person in the driver's side of the vehicle, said Jack Sramaty, a spokesman for the Ocean County Prosecutor's office. UPS: North Wildwood will acquire a new fire prevention trailer using grant money from the US Dept. of Agriculture. The USDA provided $46,000 in grant funds, which were used in conjunction with private donations allocated specifically towards the 25 percent match required by the grant. The total coast of the trailer is $76,471. DOWNS: A Princeton homeowner escaped, but his pet dog died, when a tree crashed onto his Mercer Rd. home, May 2nd. The dog was struck by a portion of the tree and later died, police said.
Jersey City Deputy Chief Mike Terpak thanks his fellow firefighters, family and friends for a great 36years of service with the city and the FDJC. RON JEFFERS
UPS: Jeffrey Cort has been promoted to battalion chief in Millburn. Felix Reyes is the new fire captain. DOWNS: On May 5th, Jersey City Engine 6 collided with a NJ Transit light rail train at Sixth St. & Washington Blvd., while en route to a medical call. Three firefighters and the captain were injured, as well as the train's conductor. Their injuries were described as non-life-threatening. The captain had to be extricated from the pumper. UPS: The Bridgeton F.D. will receive a $65,455 federal Assistance to Firefighting grant. DOWNS: Firefighters battled a large fire in a pair of businesses on Reaville Ave., Flemington, on May 4th. A dry-cleaners and a liquor store were involved. UPS: The Sergeantsville V.F.C. has received a $1,560 fire prevention grant from FM Global, a commercial property insurer. The award will be used to assist with pre-fire planning to efficiently collect and track data related to local community buildings. DOWNS: The classic old firehouse on Astor Pl., Newark, that was the home of Engine Co. 10, was torn down in May. Engine 10 now operates out of the Clinton Ave. firehouse. UPS: Recently, two Brigantine firefighter-EMTs resuscitated a motorist in Atlantic City as they were returning to quarters from a transport run. FFEMTs Tom Cooker and Kyle Fitzgerald came across a driver that did not move in front of them. They investigated and found that the driver was in severe respiratory distress, slumped over the wheel. They moved the victim into their vehicle and began to administer oxygen. The patient went into cardiac arrest and they began CPR. By the time they arrived at the hospital, the patient had a pulse and was breathing. DOWNS: A fire in a Beech St. home in Nutley, May 18th, injured two firefighters, officials said. When firefighters arrived, they heard ammunition stored inside of the house popping from the heat of the blaze, according to Fire Captain David Hollywood. One firefighter was hospitalized for smoke inhalation while another was released after being treated, officials said.
UPS: Tige “Tiger” Platt was promoted to fire chief in Brigantine, May 17th. His father, Darryl, is a retired BFD member and served as chief from 1986 to 1997. DOWNS: A Stinson 108 single-engine plane crashed in a resident's yard in Eagleswood Twp., May 16th. The pilot was the sole occupant and was reportedly not injured. There were no injuries on the ground. UPS: Newly promoted fire captains in Elizabeth are Timothy Molroy, John Zapata, Kenneth Nocera and Luis Atienza. Also promoted was Omar Munoz to fire official, and James Rogers to EMS supervisor. DOWNS: Three Jersey City firefighters were sent to the hospital as the result of an all hands fire on Bramhall Ave., May 21st. One suffered a neck burn and two others were injured when they fell through a hole inside of the dwelling. All three were later released from the hospital, officials said. UPS: Recently promoted to fire captain in Clifton was Jason Anzelmo. William Lauritano was promoted to lieutenant. DOWNS: Ridgefield Park Firefighter Freddie Montanez died as the result of a motorcycle accident on Route 1 & 9, Newark, May 18th. Montanez worked as a commercial painter and had a wife and two children. He loved being a firefighter, and was training and preparing for the test and physical to become a career firefighter. Mayor George Fosdick, a volunteer firefighter, said Montanez “immersed himself” in the department, constantly training and making himself available for special calls. UPS: The Millburn FD has been awarded a $231,613 Assistance to Firefighters grant to purchase SCBA. DOWNS: A late-night fire destroyed a Hammonton fruit packing and storage warehouse, May 11th. The building, which included a huge warehouse, offices and apartments, brought fire companies in from throughout neighboring counties to assist, Fire Chief Bill Eppler said. The Pine Rd. structure contained more than 40,000square-feet of cold storage, freezer and repacking space, according to a web-
site. UPS: Ocean City opened their new $2.1-million firehouse on 29th Street, Memorial Day weekend. The new Station 2 is located in the midtown section. It joins the city's existing firehouses on Sixth St. and another on 45th St. The modern building has a traditional exterior. The three-bay building possesses a redbrick facade mixed with beige and teal architectural flourishes, reminiscent of the 19th Century. It also has big glass bay windows and decorative awnings. DOWNS: Three Toms River School District buses were destroyed and another school vehicle damaged in a May 26th fire, located behind 2301 Industrial Way. UPS: Rob Echavarria has been promoted to fire chief in Millburn. DOWNS: A woman was taken to Jersey City Medical Center in critical condition, May 25th, after jumping about four stories from a burning Sip Avenue apartment building. UPS: At a recent borough commission meeting, Wildwood Crest resident John Lynch and Firefighters Robert Murray and Zachary Ruffo, received awards for helping save three families who were trapped in a March 27th fire. DOWNS: A member of a Navy Seal team called Leap Frogs died May 28th when his parachute failed to open during a Fleet Week demonstration over the Hudson River. A parachute malfunction is under investigation. Officials said the parachutist apparently realized he was in trouble and detached the chute so that he would land in the river. The parachute landed in a parking lot at 30 Hudson St., Jersey City. This created confusion as people called 911 believing another parachutist was in trouble, sending emergency units to different locations. Captain Ken Simon of Jersey City Marine 2 radioed in the incident while standing by and alerted city first responders of the incident. The victim was rescued from the water by a Coast Guard crew and firefighters. He was taken to JCMC, but pronounced dead at 1:10 P.M., officials said.
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In Memory Of My Dad, Atlantic Highlands F.D. Ex-Chief Henry E. Rieth On February 26, 2017, my father, Henry E. Rieth, passed away at home with his family. He was ex-Chief of the Atlantic Highlands F.D. and also a long-time contributor to 1st Responder News. Henry, A.K.A. JUMP TO FILE # Hank (most people 042817111 called him Hank), was a 60-year member of the Atlantic Highlands New Jersey Fire Department, Hook and Ladder Co.#1. Hank joined the Department in 1957 and served every rank, from firefighter to assistant engineer, chief engineer (for over 25-years), lieutenant, captain, assistant chief, as well as chief of the department in 1977. Hank also served on three different new apparatus committees in 1966, 1984 and 2000, as well as the new station committee starting in 1992. In the 1960's, Hank also joined the Atlantic Highlands Volunteer First Aid and Safety Squad. In addition, he served as a Police Officer with the Atlantic Highlands NJ Police Department for almost 15-years. Hank was a fire buff, always going to see working fires in and around the Monmouth County area. He was also a bus driver and took me on bus trips with him. We always looked for fire stations to stop and see the firefighters and apparatus. Dad always took a ride to see any new apparatus in the Monmouth County area when they were delivered. My love and passion for the fire service started 45-years ago when Hank took me to the fire station at just 9-months-old. I have never stopped going to the fire station ever since. Hank was also a member of the New Jersey State Fire Chief’s Association, Mid-Monmouth Mutual Aid Association and the New Jersey Firemen’s Relief Association. He was also a bowler on the Atlantic Highlands FD bowling team. As my interests in the fire service grew, so did my father’s. I started with fire apparatus and fire ground photos, while dad started fire ground videos. He later started having medical issues and could no longer help fight fires, so he took up fire ground photography and became the Department photographer. He started submitting his photographs to 1st Responder News, who put his news stories and photos in their publication. Dad would go with me and my fire apparatus photographer friends to shoots, musters, parades, photo nights and any other fire service event we went to. Hank also loved to ski (both water and snow) and travel. He
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also loved to fish and had a boat for most of his life. He was born in Union City, NJ but moved to Atlantic Highlands shortly after with his family. Dad loved Atlantic Highlands, the bay and ocean, and would visit Sandy Hook National Recreation Area every day! I am very grateful to all of my fellow fire photographers and fire buff friends who were extremely helpful to my father, especially after his medical issues were making things more challenging for him. I can’t name them all (I would not want to accidentally leave someone out), but dozens of fellow firefighters, fire photographers and fire buffs went out of their way to help my dad in many different ways. After my father passed, my brothers and sisters from the Atlantic Highlands Fire Department, Atlantic Highlands First Aid Squad, Atlantic Highlands Police Dept., New Jersey Forest Fire Service, Middletown Township Fire Department, Brevent Park & Leonardo Fire Co. Navesink H&L Co., Helmetta Fire Dept. and the Morganville Independent Fire Company, all went out of their way to help. I must also thank Middletown Fire Co. #1 and the Morganville Vol. Fire Co. #1 for the use of their towers for the funeral. The great folks of the New Jersey Fire Engine and Equipment Museum allowed the use of the 1970 Mack CF pumper from the Atlantic Highlands FD, which was donated in 2016 to the association. My family would also like to thank the dozens of brother and sister firefighter/EMTs from throughout New Jersey who were able to attend the viewing or services, and those who were able to send cards, e-mails or phone calls. I thank God for the 45-years of life with my father, and I also thank God for all of my family, friends, and brother and sister firefighters/EMS members who proved to me that they all truly are family! May ex-Chief Henry E. Rieth Rest in Peace. - JOHN RIETH
Hank Rieth (right) with son John Rieth at a prescribed burn in Old Bridge, NJ back in 2009.
John Rieth leads Hank's body out of St. Agnes Church on March 2nd.
The funeral procession passed under an arch from the Middletown FC #1 and Morganville VFC Towers. JOHN WILSON
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Members of New Market F.D. Fire District #1 in Piscataway, NJ at a recent MV Tech Training. ANTHONY FRITZ
Jersey City Deputy Chief Mike Terpak posed with many friends during his firehouse retirement party in April. D.C. Terpak (center), with long-time friends (L to R): Bob Bozewski, who grew up around the corner from, and buffed, Engine 10's quarters, where Terpak started his career, and 1st Responder News NJ Editor, Ron Jeffers, a 48-year Life Member of the Gong Club. LARRY CUREUTON
New Jersey Forest Fire Service Firefighters take a moment to pose for a buddy shot after working to help put out a recent brush fire on Rocky Run Rd. in Lebanon Township. (L to R): Chris Parkin, Sonny Read, Joe Parkin and Jason Dilts pose in front of Sonny’s Truck A-12.
Plane Crash in Carlstadt Kills Two Carlstadt, NJ - On a clear, but very windy May 15th afternoon, a small plane from Philadelphia that was headed to Teterboro Airport crashed, setting buildings and parked vehicles on fire on Kero Road in Carlstadt. It crashed just a quarter of a mile from where it was suppose to land on the runway. News 12 reported wind gusts at Teterboro were rated at 39 MPH. The pilot and co-pilot of the Learjet were killed, but no one on the ground was injured. Sources said that the plane was leaning to one side, went belly up and then crashed into the parking lot of the Carlstadt D.P.W. garage. An explosion occurred, sending a huge column of smoke into the air, visible in New York City. Two commercial buildings caught fire in the
JUMP TO FILE #051617103 roof areas on either side of the D.P.W. facility, set back off of the street. In addition, numerous vehicles were set ablaze. First-in fire companies found it difficult to approach the fire with low banking smoke covering the street, which was crowded with commercial vehicles and construction crews doing work in the area, including working on a new sidewalk opposite the D.P.W. facility. Fire Chief Steve Capuano struck three-alarms for mutual aid units to report to the scene and go to work. It was reported that the D.P.W. workers had already left for the day. The commercial buildings involved
in fire were safely evacuated and all persons were accounted for. Firefighters utilized hand-lines and master streams, and quickly knocked down the fire in buildings and parked vehicles. Mutual aid fire companies that operated at the scene included Wood-Ridge, Hasbrouck Heights, Rutherford, East Rutherford, Wallington, Moonachie, Little Ferry, South Hackensack, Passaic and Port Authority CFU's from the airport. In addition, the Bergen County Haz-Mat responded, as well as numerous EMS units. The fire scene became a crime scene as police roped off the area waiting for numerous agencies to begin their investigation. - RON JEFFERS
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Three-Alarm Fire Rips Through Flemington Dry Cleaning Business Flemington, NJ - Firefighters were dispatched to a Level-3 Box Alarm for a fire at the Tirpok Cleaners on Reaville Avenue in the Borough a little before 7:00 P.M. on Thursday, May 4th. First arriving personnel came on JUMP TO FILE # the scene from the 050617107 Flemington–Raritan First Aid & Rescue Squad building, located about 150feet across the parking lot from the Dry Cleaners, and quickly reported that the fire was already through the roof of the structure. Tirpok Cleaners was housed in a single-story building with a flat roof, which is over 2300square-feet in size, with the building footprint approximately 50-feet wide by 165-feet deep. Located to the left of the business (B side), is a 4500-square-foot building housing Central Wine Merchants liquor store, with a 10foot alley separating the buildings. On the other three sides of the dry cleaners (A, C, & D), there are paved parking lots. The call was upgraded to a second-alarm and then shortly thereafter to a third-alarm, along with the activation of two tender task-forces. There are water mains and hydrants at the location, but there was a concern that the demand for water to fight the fire was greater than what the water system could supply. Four aerial platforms/ladders set up to battle the blaze and protect exposures: Flemington’s Tower Ladder-49 was set up in front of the liquor store; Raritan Township’s Quint-21 was set up along the left side of the liquor store in the parking lot; Raritan Township’s Tower Ladder-21 was set up in front of the dry cleaning building and Annandale Hose Company’s Tower-46 was set up at the rear of the fire building. In addition to using the hydrants by the fire scene, two portable ponds were set up at the intersection of Reaville Ave. and US Route 202/NJ Route 31 for the tender/tankers to drop their water. Lebanon Boro’s Squad-18 drafted out of the ponds to supply water to a six-inch line to the fire ground. High Bridge’s Squad-14 was hooked up to a hydrant at the same intersection, supplying water to another six-inch line going to the fire ground. Quakertown’s Engine 91 -1 laid in a six-inch line from a hydrant at the other end of Reaville Ave. to feed water to Raritan’s Quint-21. Additionally, engines from several agencies were spread through the scene to supply water to aerials and numerous crews with hand-lines and master streams at several locations all over the fire ground, which were attacking the fire and protecting the liquor store. Firefighters continued to attack the fire for several hours before they could bring it under control. Crews remained on the
scene doing overhaul operations for several more hours. The building was gutted by the fire, with the majority of the roof collapsed into the rubble. Two REHAB stations were set up by Lambertville and Clinton Rescue Squads to give the firefighters a check over and few moments of rest. Several local food establishments along with the Salvation Army provided food and refreshments for the hard-working firefighters at the scene. The Hunterdon County Hazardous Materials Response Team responded to the scene due to materials that were in the dry cleaner business and to monitor air quality in the area around the fire. Hunterdon County Agencies not dispatched to the scene were called up to cover for those at the scene. Since this fire encumbered so many resources from Hunterdon County Fire Departments, both Warren County and Mercer County activated their Structural Fire Task-forces. Warren County’s was stationed in the northern half of Hunterdon while Mercer was stationed in the southern half of the county, they covered calls in their respective assigned areas. Additionally, New Hope, PA sent their Fire Department to cover calls on the western side of Hunterdon County. At 5:09 A.M. on May 5th, Flemington, Raritan Township and Quakertown Fire Departments were dispatched back to the scene for a rekindle fire call. During a press release the next day, Hunterdon County Prosecutor Anthony P. Kearns, III, announced that fire investigators from the Hunterdon County Prosecutor’s Office Arson Task Force and the Flemington Borough PD are investigating a fire that occurred at the Tirpok Dry Cleaners on Reaville Ave. in Flemington. According to Prosecutor Kearns, “A 911 call was placed by store employees at approximately 6:55 P.M. after fire was observed inside the store. The structure sustained severe damage but no injuries were reported. The fire does not appear to be suspicious and the cause remains officially undetermined at this time. The investigation is ongoing.” Prosecutor Kearns added, “I commend the volunteers for their quick response to this fire. It is a testament to the dedication of these men and women to see so many fire companies and rescue squads come to the aid of their fellow volunteers and keep our county safe. Other structures and businesses surrounding the cleaners were saved by the rapid response and expertise of our selfless first responders.” The following agencies responded to the fire scene: Flemington Borough FD (Station 49), Raritan Township FD (Station 21), Amwell Valley FD (Station 48), Annandale Hose Company (Station 46), East Whitehouse FD (Station 31), Glenn Gardner FD (Station 12), Hampton FD (Station 13), High Bridge FD (Station
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Firefighters battle a three-alarm fire at the Tirpok Cleaners on Reaville Avenue in Flemington NJ, the call came in a little before 7:00 PM on Thursday, May 4th.
14), Kingwood FD (Station 16), Lambertville City FD (Station 17), Lebanon Borough FD (Station 18), Lebanon Township FD (Station 19), Milford FD (Station 92), Oldwick FD (Station 24), Quakertown FD (Station 91), Readington FD (Station 32), Sergeantsville FD (Station 47), Stockton FD (Station 23), Three Bridges FD (Station 33), Fairmont FD, Morris County (Station 34), New Hope, PA FD (Station 96), Flemington-Raritan Rescue Squad (Rescue 49), Lambertville–New Hope Rescue Squad
(Rescue 17), Clinton Rescue Squad (Rescue 45), Whitehouse Rescue Squad (Rescue 22), Hunterdon County OEM (Station 86), Hunterdon County Hazardous Materials Response Team (Station 86), Hunterdon Medical Center Paramedics, Hunterdon County Fire Marshal's Office, Flemington Borough Office of Emergency Management, Flemington Borough PD (Patrol 49), Raritan Township PD (Patrol 21), Hunterdon County Fire and EMS Coordinators (Station 86), NJ State
Police/Department of Transportation Traffic Incident Management Team, NJ Sate Fire Coordinator, Hunterdon County Prosecutor's Office, NJ Division of Fire Safety, Salvation Army, NJ Department of Environmental Protection and Flemington Department of Public Works. For more photos of this fire, check out the "Apparatus in Action" and "EMS" features on www.1RBN.com. - RICHARD MAXWELL
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Fire Strikes Former Paterson Crime Scene
Paterson, NJ - A vacant house that had been the location of a homicide back in February, suffered extensive damage in an early morning fire on May 12th. When firefighters arrived at the building located at 54 Paterson St. at about 6:00 A.M., the rear of the structure was heavily involved from the basement to the roof. Companies quickly stretched lines inside to attack the flames, but conditions deteriorated and operations went defensive. With no serious exposure problems, multiple outside lines had the heavy fire knocked down within 10 minutes. Members once again entered to hit hot spots and to open up. The fire was able to be placed under control in about one hour. No injuries were reported. The neighboring house was evacuated and suffered damage to the siding, but residents were allowed to return.
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Ammunition Adds to Challenges in Nutley
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Another Multi-Alarm Hits Union City Union City, NJ - For the second time in six days, a multiplealarm fire occurred in the 500 block of 29th St. in Union City, just doors away from the 29th Street firehouse, on April 26th. The fire was concentrated in the top-floor rear of the attached, two-story, occupied wood-frame dwelling. Responding fire companies spotted a column of black smoke in the sky as they responded from a distance. The blaze was quickly knocked down and extensive overhaul ensued.
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Nutley, NJ - Live ammunition going off added to the obstacles faced as a two-alarm fire struck a home in Nutley on May 18th. Firefighters were dispatched shortly before 10:00 P.M. to 53 Beech Street for multiple reports of a fire. Companies arrived to flames venting out of the second-story window of a two-and-a-half story frame dwelling. A second-alarm was transmitted as members advanced into the structure. Shortly after members entered, ammunition
JUMP TO FILE #052217109 stored in the home began to “pop”. Crews were immediately withdrawn to regroup and wait until it was safe to re-enter. The ammunition going off stopped after a short time and companies were able to go back inside, but this gave the flames time to extend to the attic area. Storage in the attic made accessing the flames difficult.
Eventually, all the flames were able to be extinguished and the fire was able to be placed under control in under three hours. Three firefighters were reported to have received injuries, one requiring an overnight stay at the hospital. A third-alarm was sounded for coverage of the Nutley firehouses. Montclair, Belleville and Bloomfield assisted at the scene. The cause of the fire is being investigated. - BILL TOMPKINS
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Hampton Boro, NJ - Hampton is located in the northern part of Hunterdon County, NJ. The Hampton Fire Co. began in 1899 as the Junction Fire Co. following the completion of the borough-wide water system. In 1909, they changed their name to the Musconetcong Fire Co. They later became known as the Hampton Fire Co., Hunterdon County Station 13, and currently run two engines, a rescue truck and a command vehicle for the chief. Pictured is Hampton FD Station 13's 1959 International Harvester fire engine, taken during the Lebanon Boro’s 4th of July parade in 2016. RICH MAXWELL
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ON THE LITER SIDE
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North Bergen is known for narrow streets and steep hills. North Hudson Engine 4 met this combination when the Group 2 crew made the turn onto a small-steep 45th St. from a narrow Bergenwood Ave., during an All-Hands fire on May 3rd. RON JEFFERS
Flames consume the building in Norma.
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Commercial Structure Blaze in Norma
As their members battled a fire in the rear of a home in Lodi, the commanding officers were at the “A” side. What do you call a gathering of white helmets at a fire scene? A flock of Chiefs? A gaggle of Chiefs? A pride of Chiefs? Whatever the term is, it worked, and the flames were efficiently extinguished! BILL TOMPKINS – WWW.BTFIREPHOTOS.COM
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Fair Lawn Handles Landscape Trailer Fire
Fair Lawn, NJ - On May 9th at 9:00 A.M., a landscaper driving southbound on Route 208 in Fair Lawn observed smoke coming from the trailer he was towing. By the time he was able to pull off the highway and into a parking lot, the trailer was fully involved. He was able to unhook the trailer from his truck successfully, with no damage to the truck. Fair Lawn Fire Companies 1 and 2 responded to the scene under the command of Assistant Chief Marc Palmieri and extinguished the fire. The highway did not have to be shut down. There was no damage to any other vehicle and there were no injuries, however the trailer was destroyed.
Norma, NJ – A wind-driven blaze destroyed an unoccupied commercial building that housed second-hand merchandise and required companies from two counties to extinguish it. Shortly after 2:00 P.M. on May JUMP TO FILE# 3rd, the Norma-Al- 050417100 liance Fire Company was dispatched to Almond Rd. and Gershal Ave. for a grass fire. A small grass fire was located against the building and extinguished. The crew then noticed light smoke inside the building and determined that the grass fire had apparently extended inside. Assistance was immediately requested. Companies from Centerton, Willow Grove (Salem County), Rosenhayn, Vineland Station 6 and Upper Deerfield #1 (Cumberland County) responded to assist. Because this is a mostly rural area of Salem County with no hydrants, multiple tenders were employed to provide a water supply. Between the high fire load and the wind, the fire escalated rapidly throughout the building. Rosenhayn, the first mutual aid company to arrive, found heavy smoke issuing from the one-story, woodframe building with stucco walls. Rosenhayn firefighters led off with (two) one-and-three-quarter inch lines and directed streams through the front doors. Because of the intensity of the blaze, crews went to a defensive attack. Multiple hand-lines, along with two ladder pipes and a deck gun were used to quell the flames. The building was full of merchandise, but the actual business appeared not to have been open for quite a while. Crews remained on the scene for several hours. - JOHN CARR
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Clinton First Aid & Rescue Squad Training Center’s EMT Class faced a realistic task during a simulated mass casualty incident that was staged in the rear parking lot of the squad building on April 29th.
Clinton First Aid & Rescue Squad Holds Mass Casualty Training Exercise Town of Clinton, NJ – The 17 students in the Clinton First Aid & Rescue Squad Training Center’s Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Class faced a realistic task on Saturday, April 29th when a simulated mass casualty incident was staged in the rear parking lot of the squad building. An SUV had just plowed through a crowd of people, leaving bodies strewn all over the place, including one trapped under the car. Included with the EMT students were three Hunterdon County Polytech High School students. They are the first Polytech students to participate in a new program established between the Squad and the Hunterdon Polytech. Clinton First Aid & Rescue Squad and the Hunterdon Polytech recently formed a partnership that allows any Hunterdon County high school student to receive high school credits while learning to save lives and earning their EMT certification. The first three students
JUMP TO FILE #050717102 started the EMT class in February, attending classes two nights a week and all day on Saturdays. The mock casualty event is “the highlight of the EMT class,” said CFARS Training Lieutenant Michelle Gardner. “Once you’ve gone through and learned all the skills that you need, then you get to pull everything together at this drill. It is stressful, but the students also look forward to it, and many of our ‘patients’ are students from previous classes who have been invited back to participate.” Makeup artists used their talents to transform actors into realistic looking victims. By observing the injuries and asking questions, the Polytech students, along with their fellow EMT classmates, assessed the patients' injuries, what treatment was needed, and began that treatment in a triage setting.
This new partnership fits the missions of both CFARS and Polytech. As a career and technical school, Hunterdon County Polytech aims to prepare students for future careers through both education and experience. Adding to that, there is a growing need for qualified and well-trained certified emergency medical personnel throughout the county, state and nation. According to Lieutenant Gardner, Saturday’s students still must pass a written and practical exam to successfully complete the CFARS EMT course. Once they successfully complete that stage, they are eligible to sit for either the state or national certification exam. Students who pass the state exam will become state-certified EMTs, making them ready to volunteer in any squad in the state, or even starting a career working as an EMT, and/or going further with more training. - RICHARD MAXWELL
Actors, students and instructors pose for a group shot after the Clinton First Aid & Rescue Squad Training Center’s EMT Class' simulated mass casualty incident.
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DCFD Capital Blazes 1 VIDEO REVIEW
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DCFD Capital Blazes 1 From Advanced Print & Video Available from: FSP Books & Videos 188 Central Street, #4 Hudson, MA 01749-1330 1-800-522-8528 E-Mail: support@fire-policeems.com www.fire-police-ems.com Price: $29.95 (DVD) This DVD is 90 minutes in length. It is a reproduction of a 1997 video of 12 incidents in Washington D.C. between the years of 1989 and 1993. It is well put together. Of the 12 scenes, 10 are of fires in dwellings, whether they be private homes, apartment houses, or dwellings above stores. The other two involve a fire in a motel and a pin job in an automobile at a park. The announcement of each incident only gives the viewer the date, address and the response, such as a second-alarm, box alarm, etc.
Other than the motel and the pin job, perception about what is burning is left up to the viewer. The era in which these fires occur provides the apparatus buff with fond memories of different makes of fire trucks that the DCFD operated, and also of what was out there in other fire departments. It is nostalgia so to speak! Many of these manufacturers are now gone. The fire scenes are busy with aerials raised for roof operations and ladderpipe deployment, as well as hand lines, both from the street and being advanced for the inside fight. In retrospect, the viewer can also observe how far safety measures have advanced throughout the years. One can pick out here and there what would be unsafe then, but nevertheless went unnoticed, as far as the wearing of protective gear and eye protection for example. From a fire buff’s point of view, there is much to admire in the strategies and tactics used in combatting the fires. All in all, it is a good trip into yesteryear, bringing memories back for some of us retired folk about our own experiences, with an appreciation from our younger firefighters about how things used to get done and in many cases, still do today!
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Teaneck Home Devastated by Two-Alarm Fire Teaneck, NJ - The peaceful Sunday morning of April 23rd was shattered by flames consuming a home in Teaneck, but thankfully caused no injuries. Occupants of the home at 1427 Aspen Terrace called for the fire department at 9:40 A.M. to report a fire on the front porch of a building. During the short time it took for firefighters to arrive, the front of the building was totally involved and flames had entered into the first and second floors. A second-alarm was transmitted, bringing both Englewood and Hackensack firefighters to the scene.
JUMP TO FILE #042517102 Members were able to knock down the visible fire quickly, but opening up throughout the house was needed to find the many pockets of fire. The fire was able to be placed under control in about one hour, but the home was a complete loss. All residents safely evacuated before the arrival of fire units and are being assisted by the Red Cross. The cause is under investigation. - BILL TOMPKINS
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Upper Saddle River Chief Erik Q. Vierheilig answers alarms in a 2016 Chevy Tahoe black "red car."
Jersey City Engine 8 used this 1920's American LaFrance Type 12 1000-GPM pumper.
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Paramus OEM Car 60 is a 2016 Ford Explorer, used by an on-call responder.
Paramus OEM Car 61 is a black 2016 Ford Explorer.
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The Passing of Ex-Chief Walter “Bucky” Lance – Whitehouse Fire Company No.1 Readington Twp., NJ – On Monday, May 1st, Whitehouse Fire Company No. 1 participated in the funeral services for one of their lifelong members, Walter W. Lance, Jr. Walter, known to all of the members as “Bucky” or “Uncle Bucky," was an exceptional man and JUMP TO FILE# contributed to the 051417102 Whitehouse Station community in many ways during his lifetime. He was a lifelong volunteer and resident of Whitehouse Station, which is part of Readington Township in Hunterdon County, NJ. Bucky, age 91, died peacefully at home with his family by his side on Thursday, April 27, 2017. In 1947, he married his childhood sweetheart and love of his life, Shirley Voorhees Lance. They shared 54 happy and funfilled years together before her passing in 2001. Bucky was a lifetime member of the Whitehouse Fire Company No. 1, actively serving 71 years up until his passing. He devoted much of his time as a volunteer to the Company. He was an active participant in the construction of the original firehouse, which still serves as the home to the fire company. He joined at the age of 21 in 1946 and held numerous officer positions throughout his years of service, including being Fire Chief for eight years. In addition to a huge celebration in 1997 to honor his 50 years of service, Bucky has also been recognized with many other awards from the fire company for his dedication and accomplishments over the years. Bucky owned and operated Hunterdon Hills Milk Company from 1948 to 1960, where he delivered milk and milk products throughout Hunterdon County to his many customers. He then served as the Readington Township School Bus Coordinator in addition to being a school bus driver for 30 years, before his retirement in 1990. He was very active in the community throughout his entire life. In 1954, Bucky was instrumental in forming, coaching and sponsoring the East Hunterdon County Little League Association, and also served as a trustee of the Whitehouse Athletic Association until his passing. An avid baseball player himself, Bucky played short stop in many of the baseball leagues in Hunterdon County, where he won many trophies. Bucky bred and raised fox terriers with his father, was an avid hunter and trapper, and enjoyed bowling on two different leagues.
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In addition, Bucky also volunteered for Meals on Wheels of Hunterdon County for 22 years, was a member of Flemington Elks Lodge #1928 for 50 years, a member of Sons of the American Legion Post #284, and a lifetime member of Rockaway Reformed Church, of which he was the oldest living member until his passing. Bucky dedicated his life to his family, the community and to his friends. Simply put, Bucky enjoyed life and helping others. Bucky’s family was his whole world. He is survived by his three daughters, Sandy, Cindy and Penny, their spouses, grandchildren and great grandchildren. To many, he was truly "Uncle Bucky". The officers and members of the Whitehouse Fire Company No. 1 pay tribute to Walter “Uncle Bucky” Lance. - RICHARD MAXWELL
Ex-Chief Walter “Bucky” Lance of the Whitehouse Fire Co #1 in Readington Twp., NJ passed away on April 27, 2017 at the age of 91. COURTESY PHOTO
Funeral services were held for ex-Chief Walter “Bucky” Lance of the Whitehouse Fire Co #1 on April 27, 2017. RICH MAXWELL
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Homeowner Hit by Truck During House Fire in Manasquan Manasquan, NJ - A home was destroyed by fire on May 11th at the intersection of State Route 71 and Marcellus Ave. in Manasquan. The afternoon fire erupted while family members were home; fortunately all escaped unharmed, including JUMP TO FILE# an infant. Manasquan Fire 051217113 was assisted by numerous neighboring agencies, including the South Wall Fire, Sea Girt, Brielle, Belmar and Asbury Park Fire Departments. Other stations were covered by mutual aid as well. EMS agencies included Manasquan, Brielle and the Monmouth County EMS coordinators and their Medical Ambulance Bus (MAB) from Neptune. In an unusual secondary incident, an occupant of the home was struck by a truck when apparatus at the scene was backing up and came in contact with a parked landscaping trailer, which then was pushed into a pickup truck and into the woman. She was transported by EMS on scene to the hospital. The fire is under investigation and the woman’s condition is unknown at this time. - DOUGLAS HAVILAND
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Monmouth County CERT Responders Participate in Disaster Scenario Neptune City, NJ - On May 4th, Community Emergency Response Team (C.E.R.T.) members from Neptune Township, Neptune City, Eatontown, Oceanport and Tinton Falls completed the basic CERT Training Program with a disaster scenario drill. Participants received a briefing and then were confronted with the results of simulated severe storm damage of two occupied homes. One home was created to
JUMP TO FILE #050617102 be completely destroyed and the second, heavily damaged. There were 12 victims. CERT members broke themselves into groups utilizing the Incident Command System and then were deployed. Members worked their way through debris, damage and obstacles. Participants located
and removed victims, all while communicating their progress. The drill was held at the All Hands Fire Training Center located in Neptune City, and was overseen by Neptune and Neptune City Office of Emergency Management, with the support of instructors from All Hands Fire Equipment & Training. - DONALD COLARUSSO
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A Picture is NOT Worth a Thousand Words by Chief Joel Miller
There’s an old saying, “A picture is worth a thousand words.” How many times have you heard that before? By definition, this refers to the notion that a complex idea can be conveyed with just a single still image. This implies that a picture can tell a complete story. But in the fire service, a picture only tells about a hundred words, give or take, and we are left to fill in the other nine hundred words to complete the story. In today’s social media driven world, there are a lot of “Arm Chair Safety Officers” and critics that love to point out the negative. This is where we must provide the “nine hundred words” to complete the story behind the picture. Of course, I don’t mean it literally, however, make your explanations matter. I’m not saying that pointing out the negative is a terrible thing, because we can all learn from constructive criticism and use it as a learning tool if we allow. As owner of the largest fire Instagram page (@chief_miller), I post several photographs from around the world each day. I have come to realize that people do not always tell the story behind the pictures they post, leaving others to sometimes think the worst. For example, I posted an amazing picture of a firefighter exiting a structure fire and his air line was not connected to his mask. What everyone, myself included, didn’t know was that this firefighter had run out of air while inside the structure and barely made it out alive. Once the story was revealed as to why the firefighter’s mask was not connected, it completely changed everyone’s perspective, therefore, the picture was viewed in a brand new light.
Social media can be the fire service’s best friend and help advance a fire department in many positive ways, however, we must be willing to invest a little time into telling the complete story. We must tell the story in a way to help others understand what was truly happening, as well as how and even why these events occurred. These pictures with complete stories can serve as learning opportunities. While I agree that not all safety rules will always be observed, I also understand that sometimes a simple explanation as to why a situation was handled a certain way can go a long way in making a picture worth a thousand words. This can help present your department in an honorable way. On the flip side, we can’t give a 900-word explanation either. Too much is just that- “too much.” In reality, most people will never read beyond two short sentences when viewing a picture or video on social media, so make your words count. Here are just a few simple rules to follow when posting to your departments social media page or your own social media page to help your picture tell a complete story. 1. Follow your department’s SOP or SOG regarding social media. 2. Convey the complete story in just a couple of short sentences. 3. Never post pictures that will reflect negatively on your department or other departments. You can easily advance your department in the social media world and beyond. The choice is yours, so make it a good one and make all your pictures worth a thousand words!
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Working fire on Harding Rd.
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Vineland Responds to Working House Fire Vineland, NJ – A late morning blaze caused heavy damage to a dwelling and left a family of two displaced on April 28th. The occupants were relatives of a Vineland firefighter; a mother and grandmother. Vineland firefighters were dispatched to the 1500 block of Harding Rd. at 9:28 A.M. that morning for a dwelling fire, reported to be working. While en-route, Chief Robert Pagnini could see a large column of smoke from a distance and ordered the All-Hands struck. Companies responding were: Engines 61, 62 and 53, Ladders 4 and 2, and Vineland EMS. Rosenhayn (Station 29) responded with a cascade and E-31 covered Station 6. Captain Tony Saltar was first-in on E-61 and found a one-story, wood-frame dwelling with heavy
JUMP TO FILE #042817121 fire through the roof of a carport on the "A/B" corner that was extending into the dwelling. Capt. Saltar had his crew lay in with a five-inch supply line and then stretched a oneand-three-quarter inch line to the "A/B" corner. A two-and-a-half inch line was taken to the "D" side and a stream was directed through an attic vent in an attempt to control the horizontal spread of the flames in the attic. Another one-and-three-quarter inch line was eventually operated. Firefighters took a line through the front door to cut off the fire spread through the interior rooms of the dwelling. Knock down was quick and flames spread no further than what was present on arrival.
Chief Pagnini declared the fire to be under control at 9:54 A.M., with crews remaining on the scene working on some hot spots. A total of 26 firefighters and three EMS personnel were on the scene. No injuries were reported. The dwelling sustained heavy fire damage to the carport, kitchen, living room, laundry room and attic, with smoke and heat damage to the remaining rooms. Family members were in the house at the time, but were alerted to the fire by a passerby. They fled the house and were not injured. The Red Cross responded to the scene and is providing assistance to the family. The cause and origin is being investigated by the New Jersey State Division of Fire Safety. - JOHN CARR
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Firefighters Save Exposures from Vacant House Fire in Paterson Paterson, NJ - Big water was used quickly to hold a fire in a vacant structure from extending to occupied exposures on April 24th. Paterson units arrived shortly before 1:00 A.M. at 175 17th Ave. to very heavy fire venting out of the second-floor of a large, two-and-ahalf story frame JUMP TO FILE# dwelling. An expo- 042517103 sure on the “D” side was severely threatened. A deck gun and several handlines were quickly put into operation to knock down the heavy fire and protect the exposure building. This proved effective and members were then able to turn operations to an offensive mode. The visible flames on the first two floors were extinguished quickly, but extensive overhaul and opening up in the attic was necessary. The fire was able to be put under control in about one hour, with only minor exterior damage to the exposure. No injuries were reported. The PFD Investigation Unit is investigating the cause. - BILL TOMPKINS
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Wallington FD Knocks Car Fire
Wallington, NJ - On May 21st just after 10:00 P.M., the Wallington Fire Department was dispatched to 80 Lackawanna Ave., at the Mt. Pleasant Village Apartments, for the report of a car fire. Chief Friedman arrived on the scene and confirmed a working car fire, which was in the engine compartment. Engine-202 arrived on the scene, members stretch two handlines and within minutes, they were able to knock the fire down. Before it was knocked, the fire had spread to another car, also damaging it.
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First responders form Mansfield Twp. load a bicycle rider who collided with a deer into Atlantic Air One for transportation to Morrristown Medical Center’s Trauma Center on May 11th.
Medevac Needed for Bicyclist Versus Deer Collision in Mansfield Twp. Mansfield Twp., NJ – Around 7:10 P.M. on May 11th, police and EMS were dispatched to a report of a bicycle versus deer crash on Hoffman Road in the township. Dispatch reports indicated that the bike rider was going in and out of consciousness. Upon arrival of Mansfield Rescue Squad, they requested air medical to fly the patient out. A landing zone was set up at the Comcast Ball Fields on Brickyard Road, by Mansfield and Tri-County Fire Companies. Atlantic Air One was
JUMP TO FILE #051417105 dispatched to the call and landed at the ball field, awaiting the patient's arrival. The bike rider, a 53-year-old Long Valley resident, was transported from the scene to the waiting medevac by Mansfield Rescue Squad and paramedics form St. Clare’s. Once there, the patient was prepped for the flight, loaded into the helicopter and flown to Morris-
town Medical Center’s Trauma Unit. Responding to the call were the Mansfield Township PD (Patrol 28), Mansfield Rescue Squad (Rescue 28), Mansfield Fire Company (Station 28), Tri County Fire Company (Station 29), Mt. Bethel Fire Company (Station 26), and Paramedics from Saint Clare's Health System (5007). The Mansfield Township Police are handling the investigation. - RICHARD MAXWELL
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Atlantic Air One on the ground in Mansfield Twp., getting ready to fly a trauma patient out to Morristown Medical Center on May 11th.
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Well, once again our world is faced with another terrorist attack. Our prayers go out to all of the family members and friends of the victims of yet another horrible incident, this time in Manchester, England. I was captured by a piece of journalism that dealt with terrorism, titled “The toll on our psyche.” In other words: The effect on our minds! I believe that all of our minds have been effected in varying degrees by what has taken place in our world today as a result of terrorism. Once again, terrorists did more than stack up a staggering death toll. They struck at our psyche! A Los Angeles psychiatrist, Dr. Robert Usano (chair of the Dept. of Psychology-University school of Medicine), put it this way: “It is psychological warfare. The terror-
ists were clearly intent on more than a shocking body count. The target of terrorism is not the terrible number of death and injuries, it is to disrupt the rest of the world by shredding our collective sense of security.” The article went on to say that “judging by the immediate aftermath of the attack, the terrorists were wily successful.” That is what terrorism wants to do – cause terror! A war on our minds – that’s what Satan has always done! Isaiah describes the fall of the ultimate terrorist (not Bin-Laden or Isis), but Satan! Isaiah 14:12 “How you are fallen from heaven, O Lucifer, son of the morning! How you are cut down to the ground, You who have weakened the nations! Here comes the fall of terrorists. v15 Yet you shall be brought down to Sheol, to the lowest depths of the Pit. Satan (and he who he uses), will always use terror as a tool against us. “The thief comes but to steal, kill and destroy.” Hebrews 2:15 and release those who through fear of death were all their lifetime subject to
bondage. Living in fear of death is a bondage! If Satan is allowed to put these chains on us, he’s got us backed up in a corner. What are the chains we’re talking about? Living in constant fear of death! After attacks like the one that just took place in England, people are afraid to go into buildings, afraid to fly in planes, attend large public events, checking everybody out. Why? Fear! God has given us specific direction in Philippians not to fear. Philippians 1:28 and not in any way terrified by your adversaries… How is this possible? How can we have peace in the midst of such destruction? Through prayer and faith. 2 Timothy 1:7 For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. Let us come together in prayer, faith and tap into His ability that goes beyond our own ability - an ability that comes from above. Jesus is known as “the Prince of Peace” and thus has the power to grant us all “a peace that surpasses all understanding.”
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Tractor-Trailer Rollover in Hunterdon County Injures Driver Bloomsbury Boro, NJ – On May 3rd around 8:20 P.M., State Police and first responders were dispatched to a report of a tractortrailer rollover at Exit 7 on Interstate 78. The truck was traveling from State Highway 173 on the ramp at Exit 7 that leads to westbound Interstate 78 when it rolled over onto JUMP TO FILE# its left side on the 051417106 curve in the ramp. The driver appeared to have been injured in the crash and was transported to a local hospital by Pattenburg Rescue Squad. Firefighters from Bloomsbury checked the truck for fluid spills. The ramp was closed off to traffic until the truck could be up-righted and removed from the scene. Responding to the crash were the New Jersey State Police-Perryville Station, Pattenburg Rescue Squad and Bloomsbury Fire Department. The State Police are handling the investigation. - RICHARD MAXWELL
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Bloomsbury firefighters check a tractor-trailer that rolled over on the ramp at Exit 7 that leads to Rt. 78 westbound on May 3rd in Hunterdon County.
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Paramus Dedicates New OEM Vehicle Paramus, NJ - The borough's Office of Emergency Management has come a long way since its inception in the early 1990's with a small office, one desk and a filing cabinet. The OEM now consists of 18 JUMP TO FILE# members, a modern 052217130 building and several emergency vehicles to cover the 10-square-mile municipality of major commercial and retail businesses, major highways and local residents. On May 21st, local officials, first responders and residents participated in a dedication ceremony for their new mobile command unit. The new vehicle is a state-of-the-art unit built by LDV on a Feightliner chassis. The command post possesses numerous radios and tone out capabilities, closed circuit TV, cameras, a weather station, portable radio chargers, numerous equipment compartments, a refrigerator and much more. It has side and rear entrances, plus four retractable awnings (two on each side). The conference room area has a fold-out bench with seats on each side. The $500,000 vehicle replaced a former transit bus that was converted into a mobile command unit. Members of the police and fire departments, along with EMS joined in on the ceremony as tours were given on the many features of the vehicle for those who attended the afternoon ceremony at the OEM building. The rig was described as “the first line of defense between normality and crisis.” The vehicle was dedicated in the memory of OEM member Sean Benson, Sr., who died suddenly in 2015. He was the longtime communications coordinator of the Paramus Police Department, serving with the PD since 1982, and was a former volunteer fire chief out of Spring Valley Company 2. He also volunteered as the communications officer for the OEM. Benson was the main driver for the former bus OEM vehicle. He operated the bus so much that he was affectionately called “Ralph Kramden.” In reference to operating a communication vehicle, Bergen County Executive James Tedesco III, a volunteer firefighter, said of Benson, “This was his baby.” Reverend Donald Hummel conducted the Invocation and blessed the new truck. Sean Benson's family members broke a bottle of champagne on the rig's bumper for further good luck. OEM Coordinator Guy Picone concluded that the OEM members are not just co-workers, “We are family,” he said. - RON JEFFERS
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Paramus OEM members with their new Mobile Command Unit during the May 21st ceremony.
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FORK & HOSE CO. a Food Blog by A.J. Fusco
The fire scene and professional kitchen are not all that different. The moment I stepped into a professional kitchen, I could see the similarities. It was hot, noisy and had an air of controlled chaos, something I think all firefighters can relate to. Heck, the word “Chef” literally translates to “Chief”! One of the first things we learn in culinary school is the traditional kitchen “brigade” system, which was developed by Chef Auguste Escoffier. It's modeled after the military system of hierarchy, with a strict chain of command. On top of that, each cook has a job and purpose.
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This system is very similar to the fire department chain of command. The purpose of both systems is to ensure a smooth fire ground operation/restaurant service so that any and all objectives are completed in an efficient and effective manner. Another similarity between the restaurant kitchen and fire scene is the importance of being prepared. Pre-planning, equipment checks and making sure that tools are ready at any given time are vital to successful fire ground operations. In the kitchen, there is a term for this: “mise en place,” pronounced “mi za plas,” which translates in French to “everything in it’s place”. It means having not only the proper ingredients ready, but your tools, recipes and anything else you may need for your tasks at hand; and just how your fire ground operations can result in disaster, the same can happen in the kitchen if you don’t have your “mise en place”. So now that you have your tools,
equipment, ingredients and rigs all set to go, you're ready for the 2ndalarm job in the middle of the night, or that last minute “push” at the end of dinner service; and when this happens, things will undoubtedly be a little more hectic than normal. It's during these times when staying cool, calm and collective are more important than ever. It's also during these times when multi-tasking will inevitably be necessary. You may need to search off the hand-line you just stretched because you are short-staffed and don’t have a designated “truck company” coming in behind you, or you may need to chop some more herbs for the next order because your buddy on the line didn’t prep enough, all while you're busy frying up the next order of potatoes. But at the end of shift, teamwork will get you and your team through it. That is the underlying key to it all, teamwork.
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“Chicken Quinoa Bake with Roasted Garlic Gravy” Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (sub chicken thighs for more flavor) 2 carrots, peeled and rough chopped 1 onion, peeled and rough chopped 1 small package mushrooms, rough chopped 1 head of garlic 1 bunch broccoli rabe 1/2 c hot cherry peppers (sub sweet if needed), chopped 10 oz. quinoa 2 - 32. oz low sodium chicken stock 2 balls of fresh mozzarella fresh basil olive oil salt 1 tbs. flour 1 tbs. butter
Procedure: - Preheat oven to 350* - Cut just the top off the head of garlic, place on tinfoil and drizzle with a little olive oil. Make a pouch with the foil and bake in the oven for 45-60 min. Remove and set aside. - While garlic is roasting, put chicken stock in a small pot, bring to a boil and add the chicken. Bring the stock up till barely simmering. Poach until internal temp on chicken is 160*, about 10-15 min. Remove, set aside and let cool. Reserve the stock. - While the chicken is poaching, sauté the onion and carrots with olive and salt in a large cast iron or oven-safe pan. When the onion is translucent, add the mushrooms and sauté over medium-high heat. When all the moisture has evaporated, taste and season the
mixture as needed. Remove from the heat and set aside. - While the onions/carrots are working, bring water to
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is melted and browned. You can also use the broiler to brown the cheese. - While the dish is baking, in a small pan make a roux by melting 1 tbs. butter and adding 1 tbs. flour. Stir for a few seconds to cook, be careful not to burn. Add about 1 cup of reserved chicken stock, stir and bring to a boil. Lower to simmer. Squeeze out cooled roasted garlic and using flat part of your knife, make a paste. Add the roasted garlic paste to the gravy and turn off heat when the desired consistency is achieved. - Remove the quinoa bake from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with some fresh basil and roasted garlic gravy.
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Your Personal Size-Up STAYING SAFE
Chief Henry Campbell
Most of us are familiar with the term “size-up," including what it is and how it aids in analyzing and bringing to termination a safe and effective emergency response. Coupled with any pre-plans and SOP’s, it enables one to readily plan strategies and carry out tactics in order to accomplish specific goals in a safe manner. The goals may include rescue, confinement, extinguishments, extrications, hazmat mitigation, medical intervention and transport, and whatever type of emergency to which we have responded. Included in our size-up are Scene Safety and Risk Evaluation, primary concerns of the Incident Commander and Company Officers. What about you, do you leave size-up to the IC and officers? You shouldn’t, you should be just as diligent in doing your own personal size-up as your officers are in doing their overall size-up. Just maybe you will spot and report on something that may have been missed or has changed. Remember, the scene of most emergencies is dynamic and complicated with change, especially in the early stages. Many heads work better than one! More importantly, your own size-up doesn’t have to be as broad based as the IC’s, but it is just as important to your safety and the safety of other firefighters, as well as EMS personnel on scene. Your personal size-up should be carried out each time you respond to an emergency. The brief time it takes to engage one's personal computer and visual recording equipment, our brain and eyes; much information can be garnered that will improve one's personal safety and help keep you out of harms way. The brain, upon receipt of the alarm, begins to process all of the information that it has stored on the specific location and/or type of incident. Included also will be “real time” information, such as time of day, day of week, weather conditions, response route, traffic conditions and any known response hazards. All should be taken into account and adjustments should be made in order to complete a safe response to the incident scene. Once on scene, the eyes should scan the entire area, taking in the “Big Picture;" now is not the time for tunnel vision. (In the emergency service business, there is never time for “Tunnel Vision”.) If
it is a fire situation, where does the fire appear to be located? What floor, or area is it in? Are there alternate escape routes for you, such as fire escapes, porches, adjoining buildings or roofs, should you need them for a hasty exit. What way is the wind blowing? No, you don’t have to wet a finger or throw grass in the air; just look at the travel direction of the smoke. Wind direction is important, as it will push smoke, flames and heat. If ordered to ventilate, you want the wind at your back and to be working back into the wind in order to safely complete your assignment. If the fire is in a private residence, what type of house is it? Ranch, split or high ranch, salt box, modern contemporary, Cape Cod, or Queen Anne? Once you decide on the style of the house, the layout for that style house will almost always be the same, one that you will be familiar with. You know a lot about the layout of the various styles of houses if you take a second or two to recall the common layouts. Most houses are divided into two sections, living quarters and sleeping quarters. If it's 3:00 A.M. in the morning and search and rescue has to be completed, the bedrooms should be the most likely area to begin the search. Therefore, knowing where the bedrooms are improves chances for a successful search and save, while increasing one's own personal safety. If conditions deteriorate and you have to make a speedy retreat or bailout, it is comforting to know there is a deck, porch, garage roof, or other readily accessible safe escape routes just outside this window or that door; something you may not have known if you hadn’t done a personal size-up. Your on scene size-up should include being alert for any changes in the immediate area where you are operating. Are fire conditions changing, such as color and intensity of smoke, flames, heat? Is there fire in an area where there was no fire upon arrival? Are the changes for the better, or for the worse? Have there been any changes structurally in the area where you are operating, such as sudden cracks in walls appearing, or partial ceiling, wall or other form of interior collapse? Any of the aforementioned will require immediate notification to the IC and reevaluation by you or your immediate officer as to whether to withdraw or relocate to a safe position. Remember, the fire is dynamic; what was may not be any longer, therefore there is a constant need for size-up, caution and staying alert to the situation. When in doubt, get out! To be continued...
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Quick Knock Down in Paterson
Paterson, NJ - Paterson firefighters were able to control a basement fire in a vacant dwelling in under one hour on May 18th. The fire was first reported at 585 E. 30th St. at 11:05 P.M. Heavy fire was showing from a basement window on the “B” side and extending up. Several lines were stretched, including an exposure line to protect the occupied home that was very close on the “D” side. Flames extended to the first-floor before the main body of fire was knocked down. Companies opened up and held the fire before it could extend further. The fire was held to an All-Hands, with no injuries being reported.
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Rutherford Assistant Chief Gentile and Safety Officer oversee operations during a tractor-trailer fire on May 10th.
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Multiple fire companies battled a commercial structure fire in Norma on May 3rd.
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Members of Jersey City Engine Co.'s 2, 6 and Tower 6 extinguished debris that was originally burning between two Columbus Drive buildings on May 23rd.
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Firefighters from Annandale Hose Co. prepare to set up Tower-46 during a three-alarm fire at Tirpok Cleaners in Flemington on May 4th.
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Hackensack Deputy Chief Ingallinera in on mutual aid as the Safety Officer at a two-alarm fire in Teaneck on April 23rd.
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Head-On Crash with Extrication in Mansfield Twp. Mansfield Twp., NJ – First responders were dispatched to a reported head-on crash with entrapment on State Highway 57, by Penwell Road, at 5:18 P.M. on May 2nd. The crash involved a Ford Explorer and a Ford F-250 pickup truck. It was reported by police that the driver of the Explorer had nodded off and crossed the center line of the highway, crashing into the oncoming pickup in the eastbound lane. The Explorer was traveling west just prior to the crash. The driver of the Explorer had to be extricated from his vehicle by rescue personnel. Once out of the vehicle, he was transported from the scene by Mansfield Rescue Squad and paramedics to an awaiting Medevac helicopter at the landing zone set up at Comcast Ball Field, off Port Murry Road by the fire company. Once there, he was loaded into Atlantic Air One and flown to Morristown Medical Center. The driver of the pickup was transported by ground to St.
JUMP TO FILE #050617114 Luke’s Hospital Warren Campus in Phillipsburg. Mansfield requested the assistance of Washington Rescue Squad’s Heavy Rescue unit. The County HazMat team was also dispatched due to a spill from the crash. State Highway 57 was closed most of the time during the incident, and then re-opened with one lane alternating eastbound and westbound traffic. Mansfield Township Police are handling the crash investigation. Responding to the crash were the Mansfield Twp. Police (Patrol 28), Mansfield Twp. Rescue Squad (Rescue 28), Washington Rescue Squad (Rescue 83), Mt. Bethel Fire Company (Station 26), TriCounty Fire Company (Station 29), Mansfield Fire Company (Station 28), Butler Park Fire Company (Station 27), and Warren County HazMat (Station 86). - RICHARD MAXWELL
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Firefighters from Stewartsville FD extinguish a truck fire on Route 57 in Greenwich Twp.
Stewartsville Firefighters Extinguish Truck Fire on Route 57 Greenwich Twp., NJ - Stewartsville Fire Department was dispatched to a reported truck fire on State Highway 57 in the township at 7:30 P.M. on April 27th. Upon his arrival, Fire Chief Joe Mecsey found a pickup truck on the westbound shoulder of the highway, being consumed by flames in the front portion of the truck. The truck was a Ram pickup that was attached to an enclosed landscape trailer, which the occupants of the truck had removed
lawn mowers out of. The truck was traveling west on the highway just prior to the fire. Stewartsville Engine 98-62 arrived on scene and a hand-line was swiftly stretched to attack the fire. The fire was quickly knocked down and overhaul operations began. The fire was contained to the cab and engine compartment of the truck.
The trailer was undamaged by the fire and there were no injuries reported at the scene. The highway was closed in both directions for about one-anda-half hours during the incident. Responding to the fire call were the Greenwich Township Police Department (Patrol 98), Stewartsville Fire Department (Station 98) and Greenwich Township Rescue Squad (Rescue 98). - RICHARD MAXWELL
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
The Value of EMS Volunteers May 18, 2017 To the Editor:
This year’s EMS Week (May 21-27) theme, “Always in Service,” perfectly describes New Jersey’s volunteer EMTs. No matter the emergency, weather, time of day or night, they are out there giving freely of their time and effort. They continually train to improve their skills, volunteer in community events and provide emotional support to patients and their families. They dedicate countless hours maintaining their buildings and equipment, providing community RICH MAXWELL
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education and raising funds for their organizations. Despite the missed holidays and family gatherings, and the dangers they sometimes face when answering calls, our EMS volunteers ask nothing in return except respect. Even with the heartache of losing several of their own longtime members this year, including a past president, and then mourning the loss of fellow EMT Yadira Arroyo, who was killed after her ambulance was carjacked in the Bronx, our EMS volunteers remain focused on the positive aspects of what they do. One crew recently resuscitated a drowning toddler; another saved a cardiac
arrest victim with CPR. One newly certified EMT helped deliver a baby. New Jersey’s EMS volunteers are your friends and neighbors. Please support and thank them for all they do. Perhaps even consider joining their proud ranks. - JOSEPH G. WALSH, JR.
(Joseph G. Walsh, Jr. is president of the 88-year-old nonprofit EMS Council of New Jersey, which represents approximately 20,000 EMS volunteers affiliated with nearly 300 rescue squads throughout the state.)
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DRILLS FROM AROUND THE STATE 1ST Responder Newspaper - NJ
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Back in February, the Newton Fire Department received training on their new Holmatro Core Extrication tools. These tools are much lighter and more versatile than the older tools previously in service. They were mounted in Newton Squad 3, which was placed into service in June of 2016. ESI Equipment installed the tools in Squad 3 and braved the cold and snow to provide an excellent training experience.
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In March, rope rescue training was provided to stage hands workers at the historic Ed Sullivan Theater, located at 1695 Broadway in New York City. The training was provided by New Jersey based training company, All Hands Fire Equipment & Training. Students were provided with a classroom session covering OSHA and ANSI standards, product use and operation, and more. The participants then moved to skill stations and hands-on scenarios. These practical stations covered anchoring, rope operations, use of belay devices, rescue techniques and other skills. This is the fourth rope rescue class provided to Manhattan's stage hands workers by All Hands Fire.
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On April 2nd, firefighters from Piscataway Township's North Stelton Fire Company received the Petzl EXO-AP Escape System, Gemtor Harness and Training from All Hands Fire Equipment & Training. The escape systems training included a classroom session, skill stations and bailout jumps at varied levels of difficulty. The training session was held at the All Hands Fire Training Center in Neptune City, NJ.
On April 22nd-23rd, and again on April 29th-30th, firefighters from several agencies attended Swift Water Rescue training. This training included Operations-level and Technician-level programs, compliant to NFPA 1670. Day one of each program included a classroom session and training in a pool. Day two of each session included training in moving water-the Delaware River in Ewing Township, NJ. The training was provided by All Hands Fire Equipment & Training, located in Neptune City, NJ.
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In April, Jersey City Deputy Chief Mike Terpak (left), received a retirement gift from Ladder 12 Captain Ken Simone, Firefighter Mark Lee and all members of Engine 10 and Ladder 12's house. The painting involves the two companies with DC Terpak battling a blaze. It was done by FF Eli Ramos. Engine Co. 10 was Terpak's first assignment after graduating from the city's fire school. RON JEFFERS
Parsippany District 2, Rainbow Lakes Chief Douglas Reighard at a third-alarm fire on April 22nd.
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Members of the North Hudson Regional F.D. received their retirement plaques during a luncheon in April. (L to R): Captain Marc Indri, 25-years of service and started with the West New York FD; Battalion Chief Dominic Rovito, 30-years of service and started with the North Bergen FD; and Deputy Chief John Halpin, 33-years of service and started with the WNYFD.
Members of Passaic Ladder 1 pose with the department's recently acquired 2002 Pierce 100-foot tiller that saw original duty in La Plata, MD. (L to R): Lt. John Tuohy, and Firefighters Joe Ivanicki and Joe Ramirez. RON JEFFERS
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Carlstadt Chief of Department Steve Capuano at the command post during the plane crash on Kero Road, May 15th.
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APPARATUS IN ACTION
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North Hudson Firefighter Patrick Calandrillo hooks up Engine 1's Pierce pumper to a hydrant opposite the 29th St. firehouse in Union City during a multiple-alarm blaze that occurred down the block in an occupied wood-frame dwelling. The April 26th fire was the second multiple-alarm on the block in six days.
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Fairmont Fire and Amwell Valley Tenders dump water into two portable ponds while Lebanon Boro’s Squad 18 drafted to supply water to a six-inch line to the fire ground during a 3-alarm fire at Tirpok Cleaners in Flemington on Thursday, May 4th. The stokes being raised out of the vault.
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Newark Fire Rescue Conducts High Angle Rope Rescue Newark, NJ - Members of Newark Fire Rescue responded to a call on May 2nd at 8:02 A.M., involving a man who was injured after falling into an underground vault located on the property of Rutgers University Hospital on Bergen Street. The incident occurred as an electrical contractor was working on the property involving the underground vault. The worker fell approximately 30-feet, entering the vault from street level, and sustained severe injuries. Newark Fire Rescue 2 (USAR)
JUMP TO FILE #050417108 conducted a high angle rope rescue of the victim with the assistance of EMS Heavy Rescue. Responding Units included Engine 7, Ladder 11, Rescue 1, Rescue 2, Haz-Mat 1 and Special Operations. There were about 30 firefighters on the scene and the rescue took about 45 minutes to complete. The victim was transported by University EMS. - PROVIDED
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Flemington's Tower 49 (right) and Raritan Twp.'s Tower 21 (left), pouring water onto a 3-alarm fire at Tirpok Cleaners on Reaville Ave. in Flemington on May 4th.
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Heavy Fire on Arrival at Garfield House
VEHICLE NEWS
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Summit Truck 1 has been assigned a 2017 Ferrara HD100 model mid-mount Platform, with seating for four members, plus two cab storage cabinets.
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Fanwood Engine 7 has a new KME 1500-GPM/7500-GWT rescue pumper that will carry extrication tools, and it has a Husky tool box.
Garfield, NJ - A late afternoon blaze heavily damaged one side of a two-story duplex in Garfield on April 23rd at 4:05 P.M. The Garfield Fire Department dispatched a general JUMP TO FILE# alarm to 20 Spencer 042417139 Place for a reported structure fire. While en-route, dispatch reported several 911 calls received. Upon arrival, a two-story duplex was heavily involved on the "B/C" corner and a large portion of the "C" side. A second-alarm was struck by Assistant Chief Mike Colon on his arrival. Chief of Department E.J. Morano arrived and took command of the fire. At that time, fire was encountered on all floors and in the small attic area. Engine 1 stretched three hand-lines to go to work. Handlines were also put into operation in the rear of the house where the bulk of the fire was located. The main body of fire was knocked down within a short time. After extensive overhaul, the fire was placed under control. The occupants of the building evacuated without injury. One firefighter suffered a minor injury and was treated. The occupants on the unaffected side of the home were not displaced. Mutual Aid from Wallington for a FAST team and a Lodi engine were used on scene while companies from Saddle Brook, Wallington and Elmwood Park covered empty firehouses. Also assisting on the fire scene were HUMC EMS, Garfield PD and OEM. The fire still is under investigation by the Bergen County Arson Squad.
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Wood-Ridge Engine 901 has been assigned a 2017 KME 2000GPM/750-GWT pumper with a six-man cab and low rear hose bed.
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The City of Passaic recently acquired a 2002 Pierce Dash 100' Tractor Drawn Aerial to operate as Ladder 1 while a new tower ladder is being built. The truck was purchased from the La Plata Fire Department in Charles County, MD.
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In Middlesex County, North Brunswick Fire Co. 3 has this 1980 Pierce mini pumper, which according to the driver, was the first new apparatus that the fire company purchased. Up to that point, they had at least one used pumper. It is designated HPF-304 and is mounted on a Chevrolet Custom 30 4x4 chassis, powered by a gasoline engine. It has a Waterous CPK-4, four-stage high pressure pump rated at 90-GPM, however they claim that it has delivered more. This is attested to by the one-andthree-quarter inch rear pre-connect. The (two) three-quarter inch reels once had high pressure fog nozzles, but now have standard ones. It has a 250-gallon water tank. Other features and equipment include SCBA, a fire rake, fire swatters (behind the ground ladder), hose fittings, foam pails, hand tools, speedy dry, hand extinguishers, three–inch supply hose, a foam educator and combination spot/warning lights at the cowls of the windshield.
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Great Bay EMS Requests Medevac for Fall Victim
Little Egg Harbor Twp., NJ - Just before 7:00 P.M. on May 7th, Great Bay EMS was dispatched for a fall victim. Once on scene, EMTs requested medics and a medevac for the patient. West Tuckerton Fire Co. was dispatched to handle the landing zone. Once in the air, PennStar II had a 10 minute ETA. After less than 10 minutes on the ground, PennStar II transported the patient to the nearest trauma center for their injuries.
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N. Brunswick FC 3, HPF-304, 1980 Chevrolet/Pierce 90/250. It was their first new apparatus when purchased from Fire & Safety Services.
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A Hampton firefighter gets checked out by an EMT during a house fire in Washington Boro (Warren County), on May 19th.
Right/rear view of N. Brunswick FC 3's HPF-304 shows two fire swatters (used for brush and grass fires) behind the ground ladder.
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Pequannock EMT Receives Scholarship from 200 Club of Morris County
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EMSCNJ Announces 2017 Cadet Scholarship Winners Winners of the EMS Council of New Jersey 2017 Cadet Scholarship awards posed recently with EMSCNJ officials during the award presentations. They are (clockwise from top left): Bret Pine, Keyport First Aid Squad; David Lugara, Scotch Plains Rescue Squad; Andrew Lopuch, Jake Lepore and Brendan Erickson, all from Sparta Ambulance Squad; Andrew Belanger, Keyport First Aid Squad; Mary Claire Shiber, cadet scholarship program chairperson; Emily Davis, Colts Neck First Aid Squad; Victoria Dennison, Lambertville-New Hope Ambulance & Rescue Squad; Sara Dorrothy, Milton First Aid Squad; Shannon Kuehm, Wayne First Aid Squad; Kaitlyn Rainey, Dumont Volunteer Ambulance Corps; and EMSCNJ President Joseph G. Walsh, Jr. The 88year-old nonprofit EMSCNJ represents approximately 20,000 EMS volunteers affiliated with nearly 300 rescue squads throughout the state.
Pequannock, NJ - On Monday, May 15th, Emergency Medical Technician Kayla Taylor from the Pequannock Township First Aid & Rescue Squad was one-oftwenty Morris County High School students JUMP TO FILE# who received a 051717111 $5,000 Educational Scholarship from the 200 Club of Morris County, during a dinner held in their honor. In addition, EMT Taylor was recipient of the Eisenberg Service Award, which is given to a student who has exceeded in performing service to the community. This award included an additional $1,000 scholarship. EMT Taylor joined the Pequannock Township First Aid & Rescue Squad in May of 2016, and has recently obtained her New Jersey State Emergency Medical Technician Certification. EMT Taylor is currently assigned to the Monday Night Crew, and is a valuable member of our squad. The 200 Club of Morris County scholarship program began in 1982 to provide college, post-high school education, or vocational school assistance to
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Pequannock EMT Kayla Taylor with Morris County Sheriff James Gannon, who is also President of the 200 Club of Morris County.
children of active public safety personnel. Scholarship eligibility is limited to high school seniors serving in a branch of public safety, or whose parent is actively serving or retired from a public safety capacity in Morris County.
EMT Taylor is currently a senior at Pequannock Township High School and will be attending the County College of Morris Nursing Program in the Fall. - THOMAS LYONS, JR.
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FFA Joins REV; Some Hunterdon Rigs Ferrara Fire Apparatus of Holden, Louisiana is now part of REVG (REV Group), joining KME and E-ONE. REV also owns the ambulance builders of Marque, McCoy Miller, Road Rescue, Wheeled Coach, AEV, Horton, Frontline and Leader. REV is a leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of specialty vehicles and related aftermarket parts and services. Among the apparatus featured from Hunterdon County is a Pierce loaner rescue truck, given to the Clinton First Aid & Rescue Squad as they await their new Velocity heavy rescue currently being built. The Squad, after plans to replace their 2004 Pierce Quantum rescue, found that a used fire apparatus dealer took an interest in it and wanted it as soon as possible. The 1994 loaner, a Pierce Saber formerly from the Harmony Fire District in the Pittsburgh, PA area, was furnished to Clinton by Fire & Safety Services and is now in service. At the time of this writing, no department has purchased the former Clinton truck. See a related story in the "Where Are They Now?" feature on the 1RBN website for further information and additional photos. KME dominates part of the assortment of Hunterdon apparatus this month. In dealer news, Defender Emergency Services reports that the Silverton FC in Toms River Township (Ocean County), has ordered a Rosenbauer pumper on a Commander 4000 chassis. Specs include an EXT aluminum body, Hale Qmax 2000-GPM pump, 750-gallon water tank and a 6KW generator. The fire company has two other Rosenbauers, a Timberwolf interface pumper and a rear mount custom platform. Firefighter One has delivered to Summit (Union County), the Ferrara HD-100 mid mount platform. It is on an Inferno chassis and has an extruded aluminum body and a 10-KW generator. Nearing completion is an MVP rescue pumper on an Igniter chassis for Garfield (Bergen County). It has an extruded aluminum body, Hale Qmax 1250-2000 GPM pump and a 750-gallon water tank. Fire & Safety Services has made the following Pierce deliveries: a Quantum HDR with combination walk-in/walk-around body to Parsippany-Troy Hills District 3 in Lake Parsippany (Morris County); an Ascendant 107-foot aerial on an Enforcer chassis to Lambs Terrace in Gloucester Township (Camden County); an Arrow XT 100-foot TDA to Paterson (Passaic County); an Enforcer Encore MDR to Chesterfield and an Impel pumper to Burlington Township 1 (both Burlington County); an Arrow XT PUC pumper to Gordons Corner in Manalapan Township (Monmouth County); an Enforcer pumper to Wyckoff (Bergen County); an Arrow XT tanker/pumper to Forked River in Lacey Township (Ocean County), and an Enforcer pumper to Carney’s Point (Salem County). Absolute Fire Protection has delivered to Hoboken (Hudson County), an E-ONE standard pumper on a Typhoon chassis and a Typhoon eMax Please send any comments or news tidbits you might have about Apparatus of the Month to us at 1st Responder News, 1 Ardmore Street. New Windsor, NY 12553. Or you can e-mail them to Apparatus@1stResponderNews.com.
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Clinton Rescue Squad loaner, 1994 Pierce Saber, being used until their new rescue truck is delivered. It has a 35-KW generator, air cascade and a rear winch. JOHN M. MALECKY
Whitehouse Station FC E-1, 2015 KME Predator, 2000/1000/20 with 10-KW generator. It was sold by First Priority Emergency Vehicles.
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Clinton E-45-2, 2015 Pierce Arrow XT, 2000/1000 with two KW portable generator. It was sold by Fire & Safety Services.
Clinton First Aid & Rescue Squad, A-45-55, 2017 Ford E-450/P.L. Custom Medallion 170.
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Lebanon Boro E-18, 2016 Seagrave Marauder II, 2000/2000 with 8KW generator. It was sold by Emergency Equipment Sales & Service.
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Annandale Squad 46, 2016 KME Predator Panther, 1500/500. It was sold by First Priority Emergency Vehicles. rescue pumper. Also, South Plainfield (Middlesex County) received the HP100 platform. It has a Cyclone II chassis, Cummins 600-HP diesel engine, Hale Qmax 2000-GPM pump, 300gallon water tank, twin TFT platform monitors and a 10-KW generator. They have received three E-ONE orders. One is for Piscataway Township Fire District 2 (River Road) and is a 304L stainless steel heavy walkaround rescue on a Typhoon long cab chassis. Specs include a Cummins ISL
9, 450-HP diesel engine, Allison 3000 EVS transmission, E-ONE six-tool HRT system with four reels and two ports. The system is capable of running six lines, with no pressure or speed loss. The 100-foot lines hit max pressure in five seconds. It will have FRC scene lights, Will Burt Powerlite with FRC heads, and fully custom shelving and trays. - CONTINUED ON PAGE 60
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Whitehouse Rescue Squad, HR-225, 2016 KME Predator Panther with 35-KW and portable winch. It was sold by First Priority Emergency Vehicles.
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SUV Crashes into Utility Pole on Route 57 in Greenwich Twp. Greenwich Twp., NJ – On May 12th at 6:53 A.M., police and first reasponders were dispatched to a car versus pole crash with injuries on State Highway Route 57, near Richline Hill Road in the township. Upon arrival, they found a Ford UMP TO FILE# Explorer that had J051417104 crashed into and broke a utility pole on the westbound side of the highway. The driver was injured and transported to a local hospital by Greenwhich Rescue Squad. Stewartsville Fire Company also responded to the scene to deal with a fluid spill and secure the vehicle. The westbound lane of the highway was closed at the scene, with eastbound and westbound traffic alternated in the eastbound lane. Traffic resumed back to normal at about 7:45 A.M. Responding the crash were the Greenwich Township PD (Patrol 98), Greenwich Rescue Squad (Rescue 98) and Stewartsville Fire Company (Station 98). The Hunterdon County Medical Center Paramedics (EMS 2) were canceled before they arrived at the scene. Greenwich Township Police are handling the investigation.
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Firefighters from Stewartsville Fire Co. check a Ford Explorer that crashed into a utility pole on Rt. 57 in Greenwich Twp. NJ on May 11th.
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A Ford Explorer crashed into this utility pole on State Highway 57, causing injury to the driver.
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Fire in Hackensack Apartment Displaces Family Hackensack, NJ - On Thursday, May 11th at 5:34 P.M., the 4th Platoon responded to 157 Tracy Place for a report of smoke coming from an apartment on the thirdfloor. Deputy-4 arrived and confirmed smoke showing from the eaves of the third-floor rear JUMP TO FILE# 051617106 apartment. Engine-2 arrived and stretched a tenement load to the rear third-floor apartment for fire attack. Ladder-1 forced entry and with Rescue-1, conducted searches and ventilation of the fire apartment. Additional companies arrived and assisted with additional hose-lines and overhaul. Teaneck was requested to the scene for a FAST team. The fire was brought under control within 20 minutes. Companies remained on scene while the fire was investigated. Hackensack UMC BLS and Hackensack Volunteer BLS stood by on scene during the fire. There were no reported injuries, but one family was displaced. - JUSTIN DEREVYANIK
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Hope Firefighters Battle Tractor-Trailer Fire Hope Twp., NJ - An engine fire in a tractor-trailer spread to, and completely destroyed the cab of the truck as it was headed east on Route 80 in Hope Township on May 23rd. The Hope FD stopped the blaze before it spread to the trailer. After seeing the flames, the driver had pulled over to the shoulder and exited the truck, but was unable to keep the fire down.
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Over 40 firefighters from Allamuchy, Hope, Blairstown and Knowlton recently met in Allamuchy Township to respond to a staged extrication drill at Plainview Growers. The drill involved four vehicles with six patients. Numerous curve balls were setup to make the departments think outside the box in order to get the patients extricated. Two scenarios were setup over the course of the night, providing time for each department to utilize almost every tool on their trucks, all while working together as a team. Rescue-95 was also on location to assist in patient assessments.
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Second-Alarm Blaze Strikes Home in Frankford Frankford, NJ - No one was injured when a fire broke out at a Wykertown Road home early on the morning of May 16th. According to Frankford Fire Chief Kenneth French, fire crews responded to the single-family home for a report of a fire in the home's garage area at 2:38 A.M. JUMP TO FILE# "Firefighters were 051617122 able to get the fire under control rather quickly, keeping it from spreading throughout the home," French said. "The house sustained extensive damage to the garage and attic area, leaving the home uninhabitable," he added. The two homeowners and their dog were home at the time of the fire, but no one was injured. Sussex County Fire Marshal Virgil Rome said that the fire remains under investigation, but is not considered suspicious. In addition to the Frankford Fire Department, crews from Branchville, Beemerville, Sandyston, Montague, Hampton, Andover, the New Jersey State Police, Blue Ridge Rescue Squad and the Sussex County Fire Marshal also responded to the scene. - DAVID BURNS
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Monroe Township Fire District 1 has ordered two apparatus. One is an HP-100 platform on a Cyclone II long cab chassis. It will have a 15foot, six-inch jack spread, 3/16 inch extruded welded body, Hale Qmax 2000-GPM pump, 300-gallon water tank, and Ridgid and Whelen scene lights. The other is a heavy walkaround rescue with 22-foot, 3/16 inch aluminum body and Cyclone II extended cab. Specs include custom shelving and trays, air cascade system, side staircase, Holmatro fourtool PTO system, and Ridgid and Whelen scene lights. (Both townships are in Middlesex County.) First Priority Emergency Vehicles apparatus division received two KME orders. One is for the Bayville FC in Berkeley Township (Ocean County), and is a pumper with Panther MFD chassis and 10-inch raised roof cab. Specs include a Cummins ISL 9, 450-HP diesel engine, Waterous CSU-C20, 1500-GPM singlestage pump with side mount panel, 950-gallon poly water tank, 172-inch Flex long body of 3/16 inch aluminum and Amdor brushed finish roll-up doors, driver’s side full height and depth 29-inch deep compartments, officer’s side full height/split depth 29-inch/14-inch deep compartments, wide hose bed, ground ladders mounted next to the tank accessed from the rear, four-bottle cascade system with Appleton fill station located on the rear of the
truck, and an Onan 6-KW hydraulic PTO generator mounted at the front of the hose bed. The other is for Secaucus (Hudson County), and is for a pumper on a Predator LFD chassis with 16-inch raised roof cab. Specs include a Cummins ISX 12, 500-HP diesel engine, Waterous CMU-C20, 1500GPM two-stage pump with side mount panel, 750-gallon poly water tank with 40-gallon foam cell, Waterous Advantus 6.0 foam system, 148-inch Flex medium body built of 3CR12 stainless steel with Amdor painted finish roll-up doors, driver’s side full height and depth 29-inch deep compartments, officer’s side full height/split depth 29-inch/14inch deep compartments, wide hose bed with tread plate lift-up hose bed covers, ground ladders mounted next to the tank accessed from the rear, and a Smart Power 10-KW hydraulic PTO generator mounted over the pump. Campbell Supply Co., LLC was prepping a Spartan ERV pumper/tanker for the HopewellStow Creek FC in Hopewell Township (Cumberland County). New Jersey Emergency Vehicles has delivered three P.L. Custom Type 1, 4x4 ambulances on Ford F-450 chassis'. Two are Classic 156 models. One each went to Wall Township EMS (Monmouth County), and to Mansfield EMS (Warren County). The third is a Classic 170 and it went to East Deerfield EMS in Cumberland County.
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Officers and members of the Cliffside Park Fire Department participated in the borough's recent Memorial Day ceremony, which was located inside the firehouse due to inclement weather. Every year, firefighters volunteer to cook and serve refreshments to local residents, including veterans. RON JEFFERS
Members of North Hudson Group 1 gave Captain Fred Fede of Safety 1 (third from left), a retirement lunch in May. He served for 25-years, starting with the former North Bergen Fire Department. Also in the photo, (L to R): retired FF Randy Consentino, Deputy Chief Charles Thomas and Battalion Chief Dan DeOrio. RON JEFFERS
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Horse Rider Injured During Annual Wantage Rodeo Wantage, NJ - A horse rider was injured while performing at the local annual rodeo and had to be flown out from the Sussex County Airport via Atlantic Air 3 to Morristown Medical Trauma Center after sustaining a head injury. Members of the Wantage Township First Aid Squad who were standing by at the scene provided immediate treatment before transporting the injured male to the landing zone. The injuries were believed to be non-life-threatening.
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Firefighters battled a blaze in a two-family home on Youmans Ave. in Washington Boro overnight on May 18th. At least two firefighters were taken to a local hospital with injuries suffered while fighting the fire.
Great Stop by Paramus Firefighters Firefighters Injured While Fighting House Fire in Washington Borough
Paramus, NJ - Firefighters responded to an early morning fire on the north end of town that was quickly knocked down by first arriving companies on May 24th. Around 7:30 A.M., Paramus firefighters were dispatched to 68 Jay St. for a reported basement fire. Paramus PD arrived on scene and reported smoke showing from the two-story home. Minutes later, Engine 1 arrived on scene and laid a five-inch supply line to the front of the home and firefighters stretched (two) one-and-three-quarter inch hand-lines to the rear of the house and to the front door. The bulk of the fire in the basement was knocked down within 15 minutes. Ladder 1 arrived on scene and assisted with ventilation. All occupants were able to escape with no injuries. The fire remains under investigation.
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Washington Borough, NJ – Firefighters from eight fire companies battled a blaze in a three-story, two-family home on Youmans Ave. in the borough overnight on May 18th. The fire call was dispatched at 11:17 P.M. on Thursday night for a working structure fire. Police reported JUMP TO FILE# that the fire was 051917103 through the roof upon their arrival at the scene and that the residents were being evacuated. Fire Chief Joe Fox Jr. advised that the fire was out and overhaul operations were completed a little after 3:00 A.M. on Friday. At least two firefighters were taken to a local hospital as a result of injuries they received while fighting the fire. All of the firefighters on scene went through the REHAB station that was set up by the four EMS squads at the scene. Firefighters were checked out by EMTs, able to take a rest, get hydrated, and ensure that they were clear to go back to firefighting activities. The warm temperatures outside, combined with the high humidity, heavy turnout gear, wearing air packs, and the heat in the fire building were all taking a toll on the firefighters. For that reason, several fire companies were dispatched to this scene for additional manpower so that firefighters could take breaks and rotate through REHAB. Fire was visible to the first arriving firefighters coming from the third-floor front window, roof, and exterior front of the building. The firefighters quickly made entry to perform an interior attack on the upper floors while others used
hand-lines to fight the fire from the exterior. Washington Boro’s Tower 83-69 was set up on the street in front of the residence to ventilate the roof and for other firefighting operations. Engine 83-64 had dropped a fiveinch supply line from a hydrant on the corner of Youmans and Broad up to the scene. From there, they supplied water to several hand-lines and the tower ladder. There were no injuries reported to the homeowners, but at least two pets were lost as a result of the fire. Two cats did survive that were rescued from the building by firefighters. Initially, Hackettstown’s Fire Department was dispatched for RIT team operations, but as fire ground operations progressed and firefighters rotated to REHAB, Hackettstown was “put to work” in firefighting duties. Belvidere’s RIT team was dispatched to replace Hackettstown’s, but they too were eventually switched to firefighting operations. Mountain Lake’s RIT team was assigned to replace
Belvidere’s. High Bridge’s RIT team was finally dispatched to replace Mountain Lake, when they too were reassigned to help fight the fire. Agencies from two counties, Warren and Hunterdon, were involved in the operations at the scene. Responding to the fire from Warren County were: the Washington Twp. PD (Patrol 76), Washington Boro FD (Station 83), Washington Twp. FD (Station 76), Franklin Twp. FD (Station 57), Hackettstown FD (Station 78), Belvidere FD (Station 21), Mt. Lake FD (Station 72), Warren County Fire Coordinators (Station 66), Washington Rescue Squad (Rescue 83), Franklin Rescue Squad (Rescue 83), Oxford Rescue Squad (Rescue 83), and a Washington Boro Animal Control Officer. Responding from Hunterdon County were the Hampton FD (Station 13), High Bridge FD (Station 14) RIT Team, and Hampton Rescue Squad (Rescue 83). Greenwich Rescue Squad (Rescue 98) was called up to cover for Washington Rescue Squad calls. - RICHARD MAXWELL
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