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Teaneck, NJ - A second-alarm fire heavily damaged a home on Martense Avenue late Friday afternoon, September 27th. Teaneck firefighters were dispatched to 592 Martense Avenue around 5:30 P.M. for a reported house fire. While enroute, PD advised that the house was fully involved and a second-alarm was transmitted prior to FD arrival.
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Wildwood Deck Collapse Injures Over 20 People, Including Firefighters Wildwood, NJ - Multiple decks collapsed at a dwelling in the 200 block of East Baker Avenue in Wildwood at approximately 6:00 P.M. on the evening of September 14th, causing chaos and injuring numerous people. Among those injured were several firefighters and their children, who were in Wildwood to attend the annual New Jersey Firemen's Convention. According to officials, a large upper deck of the three-story, seven-unit condo building gave way and caused a 'pancake' collapse of the decks below it, trapping those who were underneath, including children. A second-alarm was transmitted as first-due companies arrived, bringing in mutual aid from North Wildwood and several other companies. The second and third floor decks of the dwelling appeared to have sheared off the building, collapsing to the ground floor deck. Members of the Cape May County RUST team arrived on the scene and began to search for trapped victims with the help of off-duty firefighters. Neighbors who witnessed the collapse rescued a two-year-old girl from the debris. A four-month-old baby was also rescued. One victim was airlifted to Atlantic City Medical Center's Trauma Unit, and over a
JUMP TO FILE #091519106 dozen others were transported by ground to the local hospital. According to authorities, most of those hospitalized were released shortly after being treated. “We were sitting up on [our] deck and watched the whole thing happen. It was horrible,” witness Gail Ivins said. “There were people, they weren’t dancing or anything. They were sitting, a bunch of people. There were children on the decks, all three levels. We heard the noise of it starting to pull away. The first-floor deck pulled away first. People started sliding off and yelling, falling. Then as that went, it pulled the pillars down and the third-floor deck came down. It was very slow motion. It was really scary. It came off in pieces." Fire officials said it took a little more than one hour to get the those were trapped freed. Mutual aid covering came from Stone Harbor, West Wildwood and Rio Grande fire companies. Author's note: (Thank you to several agencies for their assistance with this article.)
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Maine: Michael Bell, 68 Rank: Captain Incident Date: September 16, 2019 Death Date: September 16, 2019 Fire Department: Farmington Fire Rescue Initial Summary: Employees inside of a recently renovated two-story administrative office for Life Enrichment Advancing People (LEAP) Inc., a nonprofit that helps adults with developmental, cognitive, and intellectual disabilities, made an emergency call reporting that they smelled propane. No patients were inside and all employees inside of the building evacuated immediately. Captain Michael Bell responded with the Farmington Fire Rescue to the emergency call. Soon after firefighters arrived on scene and began to investigate, there was an explosion that leveled the building. Captain Bell was killed as a result of injuries sustained in the explosion. Six other firefighters, including the fire chief, and a maintenance worker were reportedly injured and transported to hospitals around the state. Pennsylvania: Edward Nulton, 60 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: September 21, 2018 Death Date: September 19, 2019 Fire Department: Kunkle Fire Company Initial Summary: On September 21, 2018, Firefighter Edward Nulton was directing traffic at the scene of a vehicle accident when he was struck by a dump truck. He suffered critical injuries, including traumatic brain injury, from which he was unable to recover. Nulton passed away as a result of his injuries on September 19, 2019.
North Carolina: Claud G. Messer, 74 Rank: Captain Incident Date: September 20, 2019 Death Date: September 20, 2019 Fire Department: Jonathan Creek Fire and Rescue Initial Summary: While operating a fire department vehicle, Captain Claud Messer was involved in a vehicle accident on Jonathan Creek Road (Highway 276 North) as he responded to another emergency traffic accident call. Messer passed away as a result of the injuries sus-
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Texas: Kenneth Stavinoha, 36 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: September 21, 2019 Death Date: September 21, 2019 Fire Department: Houston Fire Department Initial Summary: While on duty at Houston Fire Department’s Station 27, Firefighter Kenneth Stavinoha suffered a medical emergency and did not survive. The cause of death is pending an autopsy.
Florida: Scott R. Neumann, 52 Rank: Firefighter-Paramedic Incident Date: September 26, 2019 Death Date: September 26, 2019 Fire Department: Martin County Fire Rescue Initial Summary: After returning home from his shift at the Martin County Fire Rescue Department, Station 16, in which he participated in physical fitness training, Firefighter-Paramedic Scott R. Neumann passed away from a medical incident which has not yet been determined. South Carolina: Paul E. Quattlebaum, 46 Rank: Fire Engineer Incident Date: October 4, 2019 Death Date: October 4, 2019 Fire Department: Lexington County Fire Service Initial Summary: Fire Engineer Paul Quattlebaum was dispatched to a medical call. While responding to the call, he and his partner saw a vehicle accident in the 5200 block of Fairview Road and stopped to help. While checking on those involved, Quattlebaum was struck by a semi-truck. EMS treated Quattlebaum at the scene and then transported him to a nearby hospital where he passed away.
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Jersey City FD to Receive Three Homeland Security Grants UPS & DOWNS Notes from Ron Jeffers
The Jersey City Fire Department will receive $8.8 million in federal funding through three Homeland Security grants. “For the first time in JCFD history, we were selected to receive three grants from DHS in a single year, which will continue to help us reach our ultimate goal of providing the upmost quality protection to our residents while keeping our brave men and women safe,” said Chief of Department Steven McGill. “With these grants, the federal government is acknowledging our growing needs as Jersey City continues to see positive growth, increasing the number of people and structures we are sworn to protect.” The grants are broken down as follows: 1. $6,693,300, from the Staffing for Adequate Fire & Emergency Response (SAFER); 2. $1,129,090.90, from Assistance to Firefighters (AFG); and 3. $1,000,000, from Port Security Grant Program. The department currently has 600 members. Now, the SAFER grant will allocate funding to staff an additional 54 firefighters over the next three years. Through the AFG funding, the department will be able to purchase four washer extractors to clean gear; six vehicle extrication sets including cutters, spreaders, power units and air bags; 20 handheld thermal imaging cameras; and 170 mobile radios. The Port Security Grant Program will provide the necessary funding for the department to upkeep and perform maintenance on the fire boats. Captain Scott McDermott was recognized by Chief McGill for his efforts in preparing the grant requests and his follow up efforts to see that these grants became a reality. DOWNS: A fire destroyed the roof and interior of a former Camden synagogue, on Kaighn Ave., Sept. 1st., and three alarms were sounded. The synagogue was being renovated by a local group to become a church, neighbors said. UPS: The Cedar Knolls FD and First Aid Squad celebrated their 100th anniversary at the Ridgedale Ave. firehouse on Sept. 7th. The open house featured commemorative shirts, mugs and refreshments. The department's first piece of fire apparatus, a 1919 American LaFrance hand-drawn chemical wagon, was on display. DOWNS: Twenty-nine people
were displaced following a fire that heavily damaged a three-story Newark Ave. OMD in Elizabeth, Sept. 3rd. UPS: The Demarest Fire Department celebrated their 125th anniversary with festivities at the Park Street firehouse on Sept. 21st. DOWNS: Fire damaged 16 units of an apartment complex along Prospect St. in Lakewood, Sept. 6th. Residents escaped the flames and, according to officials, two adults and a child were injured and taken to a burn center. About 54 residents were displaced. UPS: At a town auction, Edgewater Firefighter Rinaldy Gutierrez used his own money to purchase former Engine 5's pumper with the dream of it helping a community in the Dominican Republic. Edgewater Fire Co. 1 made a donation to ship the rig, which now has a new home in Loma De Cabrera, D.R. DOWNS: On September 8th, a tractor-trailer struck the left barrier and guardrail, overturned and fell from the overpass near the NJ Turnpike Interchange 12, in Carteret. The tractor-trailer was engulfed in flames and the driver was killed, according to police. UPS: This year, Princeton will hire six full-time firefighters to augment the volunteer's schedule. Two firefighters will be on duty at all times, according to the Director of the Department of Emergency & Safety Services, Robert Gregory. DOWNS: A fire in Jersey City's Port Liberte development left a woman with serious burn injuries, Sept. 6th. Members of Engine Co. 13 rescued the elderly woman, according to a city spokeswoman. The victim was transported to a local hospital. UPS: North Wildwood will receive $35,485 in AFG funds to allow the fire department to purchase 46 sets of personal safety and rescue bailout systems for all current career, part-time and interior structural volunteer firefighters, plus training. DOWNS: Sussex County firefighters and their family members were among the 22 victims injured when a multi-level deck collapsed at an East Baker Avenue condo in Wildwood, September 14th. The collapse occurred during the annual New Jersey State Firemen's Association convention. The second and third-floor decks “suffered a complete 'pancake' collapse, trapping multiple people,” Fire Chief Daniel Speigel said. Branchville Hose Co. 1 noted on their Facebook page that several members were injured. All victims were rescued and transported to medical facilities within about an hour of the collapse, Speigel said. UPS: AFG funds have been approved for the following fire units: $225,805 to Penns Grove; $66,666.66 to the Board of Fire Commissioners of Commercial Twp.; and $107,476.19 to the
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Jersey City Captain Scott McDermott, left, with his Engine 8 crew. The captain was recognized by Chief of Department Steven McGill for his hard work in preparing and following up the grant requests.
Dorothy Vol. Fire Company. DOWNS: A fire that engulfed six cars spread to a three-story building at 10th Avenue & E. 22nd Street in Paterson, Sept. 10th. Three people were displaced, officials said. UPS: In September, the FMBA recognized Kearny Firefighter and U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Thomas Grieb with the Distinguished Service Medal. FF Grieb enlisted 8 days after the 9/11 attacks and served until 2009. He was twice deployed to Iraq. DOWNS: A report by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) finds 43% of the firehouses across the nation are more than 40years-old and need to be replaced. In New Jersey, 69% of firehouses were built more than 40-years ago. The report also finds 20% of NJ firehouses are not equipped with exhaust emission control systems. UPS: The Camden Fire Department celebrated 150-years of service with a civic event on September 25th at the site of old Engine Co. 3, on Broadway. DOWNS: A popular Ocean City ice cream shop caught fire on September 15th. The fire involved Hobby Horse Ice Cream Parlor & Cafe at 8th St. & Ocean Ave. Firefighters contained flames to the attic, according to city PIO Doug Bergen. UPS: Atlantic City will receive a $4.3 million SAFER grant for recruitment, hiring and retention of firefighters, providing a way to increase staffing of the fire department and lessen strain between firefighters and their state overseers, officials said. The 3-year
grant is expected to help hire about 25 firefighters to increase the number to about 200, Fire Chief Scott Evans said. DOWNS: A fire engulfed the F & S Produce plant in Rosenhayn, Deerfield Twp., Sept. 17th. Flames consumed a large structure at the center of the property, causing a large mutual aid response. UPS: Englewood will receive a SAFER grant worth $607,000 to hire and train four firefighters. DOWNS: A Lakewood catering company, on East Eight St., was destroyed by a fire and forced evacuations of nearby homes, on Sept. 22nd. UPS: In September, the Wildwood Fire Department dedicated a plaque to a fellow firefighter who died in the line-of-duty on September 23, 1952. The plaque, located at Rio Grande & Pacific Avenues, is dedicated to the memory of Fireman Charles Bonner. DOWNS: A 2-alarm fire displaced 22 people from two dwellings on North Straight St., Paterson, on Sept. 22nd. UPS: The Fort Lee Fire Department will receive $49,000 in AFG funds to purchase new breathing equipment. DOWNS: A 3-alarm fire damaged two attached Skyline Dr. dwellings in Jersey City, Sept. 25th. One cat was rescued and received oxygen from EMTs. UPS: The Princeton Fire Department Associate Member Program allows University employees to volunteer as firefighters during their work shifts, augmenting the municipal department during daytime
hours. The program celebrated 10years with a summer picnic. Fire Marshal Scott Loh said the program currently has 34 University volunteers. The department is now transitioning to a combination paid-volunteer department, but the University associates will remain part of the department, said Councilman and Fire Commissioner Tim Quinn. DOWNS: A Galloway man was arrested on Sept. 25th for drunk driving after he crashed his vehicle into the woods off the White Horse Pike, police said. The vehicle was overturned in the woods. Firefighters from the Germania and Pomona fire companies extricated the driver from the car. UPS: Upper Township's four volunteer fire companies have received $548,095,23 in AFG funds to purchase new equipment. DOWNS: A pilot was rescued, uninjured, after his Cessna 172 aircraft crashed into tree tops as he tried to land in a remote area of Somerset County, not far from Central Jersey Regional Airport, Sept. 24th. The pilot was about 70-feet above ground. According to a news report, rescue personnel managed to free the pilot, hours after the crash. They rappelled HCTRF FF/EMT James Regan to the pilot, supplied him with a harness, and with the help of a pruning bucket, lowered him to the ground. UPS: The Secaucus Fire Department will receive a federal grant worth $10,186 to obtain new gas monitors. - CONTINUED ON PAGE 10
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North Hudson Squad 1's 2018 Ferrara Cinder model 1500-GPM pumper operated at a dwelling fire on 55th St. in West New York, Sept. 16th.
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Garfield Engine 5, a 2000 Seagrave with a 2000-GPM pump, 750gallon tank and 50-gallon foam tank, supplies several lines at a two-alarm fire in the city on September 16th.
Teaneck, NJ - A second-alarm fire heavily damaged a home on Martense Avenue late Friday afternoon, September 27th. Teaneck firefighters were dispatched to 592 Martense Avenue around 5:30 P.M. for a reported house fire. While enroute, PD advised that the house was fully involved and a second-alarm was transmitted prior to FD arrival. Engine 2 arrived on scene and
JUMP TO FILE #100119142 confirmed a working fire. Lt. Connolly advised heavy fire venting from the first floor and stretched a one-and-threequarter inch line through the back door. Battalion Chief Mackey arrived and ordered a second line to be stretched through the front
door. The crew of Engine 2 was able to knock down the heavy fire as incoming crews assisted with ventilation and overhaul. The fire was knocked down within 30 minutes and no injuries were reported. Mutual aid from Hackensack and Englewood assisted on scene. The fire remains under investigation. - CHRIS TOMPKINS
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Fair Lawn Truck 1, a 2007 KME, in heavy smoke while operating at a house fire on Plaza Rd., September 15th.
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Wildwood FD Squad 3 responding to a call in the City of Wildwood.
Members of North Hudson Engine Co. 4 and North Bergen police stand by for a Suez water company unit after a truck reportedly struck a fire hydrant in front of Columbia Park at Kennedy Blvd. on Friday, the 13th of September.
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DOWNS: A firefighter sustained a knee injury, and was treated and released from a local hospital, as the result of a fire in an Easton Ave. smoke shop in New Brunswick, Sept. 30th. Deputy Chief Jorge Arriaga said a woman who was in the building was rescued from the second-floor roof. UPS: In September, Wildwood Fire Chief Daniel Speigel and Captain Daniel Dunn were selected to attend the Firefighter Organization Culture of Safety seminar, in Chicago. According to a release, they represented one-of-twelve fire departments from throughout the country to attend. DOWNS: A 3-alarm fire ripped through a Washington St. building housing a law office in Morristown, Sept. 30th. UPS: A new firehouse in Frankford, Sussex County, is reported to be “in the final stages,” according to department President Mike Fox. Features include 6 bays, administrative offices and a small kitchen. The old firehouse, located across the street on Route 206, was built in 1948. DOWNS: One man was killed and four others injured when a 2alarm fire raced through a Summer Ave. dwelling, in Newark, Oct. 2nd. Two pets were also killed. A city spokesman said several people had been rescued by firefighters. UPS: Newton's new Firehouse
No. 2, on Woodside Ave., is planned to open in the fall. The previous firehouse, located on the same site, was demolished in 2018. It was built in 1970, according to Chief Scott Verkon. DOWNS: A Bangs Ave. daycare center was evacuated and a firefighter injured after a fire started in another part of the commercial building in Asbury Park, Oct. 2nd. A report said 27 children were evacuated. In the 97-degree weather, one firefighter was taken to the hospital after “feeling weak,” Fire Chief Kevin Keddy said. UPS: The West Orange Fire Department has been awarded $293,274.54 in AFG funds to replace 44 SCBA, 88 carbon-wrapped air cylinders and 88 face-pieces, which are outdated. DOWNS: A Glen Rock firefighter fell through a kitchen floor hole to the basement of a Greenway Rd. dwelling, Oct. 2nd. There was a fire that started on the kitchen floor and was quickly extinguished. The member was “OK,” according to Fire Chief Mike Aguilar. MEMO: The Union Beach Office of Emergency Management is looking for a used rescue truck to utilize, in this community that was hit hard by Super Storm Sandy. Their funds are low and they are hoping to receive a donated vehicle. You can contact OEM Coordinator John Perrone at 201-779-0362.
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Car Fire Spreads to Home in Garfield Garfield, NJ - A suspicious car fire spread to a Garfield home during the early morning hours of September 16th. Around 2:30 A.M., Engine Companies 5 and 2 were dispatched to 174 JUMP TO FILE# Prospect Street on a 091619120 reported car fire. First-due Engine 5 arrived and found a heavily involved car fire in a driveway that had already extended to the dwelling. Captain Alan Tani had a general alarm dispatched, confirming a working fire. As additional Garfield companies arrived the fire began extending to the interior of the first and second floors of the home. A second-alarm was struck by Assistant Chief Kyle Kovacs which brought in a FAST team from Wallington and companies from Lodi, Saddle Brook and Elmwood Park. Heavy fire had a good hold on the second floor, but companies made an aggressive attack to knock it down. All visible fire was knocked down after about one-and-a-half hours. One firefighter sustained a minor injury and was treated on scene. Additional mutual aid came from Hackensack with County MSU, and Teaneck Box-54 for rehab. Standing by in firehouses were Rochelle Park, Maywood and Wallington. The Bergen County Prosecutor's Arson Investigation Unit was called to investigate the blaze. - DAMIEN DANIS
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Ma, Meatloaf! FORK & HOSE CO. a Food Blog by A.J. Fusco
There are few things that connect us with our past more than food. It has the innate ability to bring us back to a certain time or event in our life, both good and bad. When I think about my own past, these memorable meals tend to be the comfort food I grew up with. Coming from a big ItalianAmerican family, I can still smell both of my grandmothers’ tomato sauce bubbling away. The meatballs, braciole and ribs turning it a dark brick red and lending just enough fat to slick the top. Or maybe it's my mother’s meatloaf, studded with carrots and glazed
perfectly with ketchup, not fussy but certainly satisfying. Meatloaf is one of those miraculous dishes that checks all the boxes. It feeds a crowd, reheats well and can also be eaten cold on a sandwich, all while being a relatively good bang for your buck. The traditional version is my favorite, due of course to that nostalgia I was speaking of earlier. But sometimes I like to take these “traditional” recipes and turn them on their head a little bit while still keeping true to their form, in this case a loaf of meat. By now you may have realized I like to take a healthier approach to my cooking in the firehouse. It's no secret that we tend to gravitate towards high fat, high calorie food as firefighters. But it's killing us, plain and simple. Cardiac-related incidents continue to be the number one killer of firefighters. So
why not take familiar flavors and make them a little healthier, even if it's just a little bit. With meatloaf, the answer was obvious, substitute beef for a leaner meat like turkey. It's important when using these leaner meats to amp up the flavor due to the lower fat content. One thing is for sure, chipotle packs a punch in the flavor department. Mexican ingredients work well when trying to introduce healthier meals into the firehouse because they amplify flavor, not calories. Cilantro, chili powder, jalapeno and lime all add depth to the dish without adding extra fat. And the beauty of meatloaf is that it's a blank canvas, so it takes these flavors on so well. Give this recipe a shot and remember, cooking should be fun. Adjust the recipe according to your liking. Stay safe, eat well!
CHIPOTLE TURKEY-AVOCADO MEATLOAF Serves 4
Ingredients:
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1 lb. Ground Turkey ½ Yellow Onion, diced 1 Cup Plain Breadcrumbs 1 Egg ¼ Cup Milk 1 Tbs. Worcestershire Sauce ½ Avocado, mashed ½ Cup Black Beans, rinsed and drained 1 Red Bell Pepper, seeded and diced 1 Tbs. Chipotle Adobo Sauce Small Handful Fresh Cilantro, chopped 1 Tbs. Kosher Salt Glaze: 2 Tbs. Tomato Paste 1 Tbs. Honey 6 Tbs. Chipotle Adobo Sauce 1 Tbs. Water Procedure:
-Preheat oven to 350°
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-In a large bowl, combine the onion, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, salt, Worcestershire, chipotle adobo sauce and avocado. Stir well to
combine. Add the turkey, black beans, bell pepper, and a pinch of cilantro. Gently combine with your hands. -On a large baking pan, mold the meatloaf into a rectangle. Combine all the glaze ingredients in a bowl. Evenly spread the glaze on top of the meatloaf and
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place in the oven. Cook for 1 ½ hours or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with cilantro.
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Flames surround a chimney during a fire in the attic of a 55th Street dwelling in West New York, September 16th.
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67-Year-Old Man Collapses and Dies on Cape May Beach Cape May, NJ - A fun afternoon at the beach turned tragic for a 67-year-old man from Binghamton, NY on September 25th. The man was swimming in the ocean off the Cape May coast when he suddenly disappeared into the rough surf. Even though the beaches have been officially closed since the Tuesday after Labor Day, the Cape May Beach Patrol still patrols the area. At approximately 3:30 P.M., they were waved down to assist a swimmer about 50yards off of the Grant Street beach. On arrival the beach patrol found the victim face down, unconscious and not breathing. He was submerged in the water for about seven minutes before being pulled out. “He was seen out swimming and then disappeared,” Cape May
JUMP TO FILE #092919120 Fire Department Chief Alex Coulter said. “They caught sight of him face down in the water.” The Cape May Fire Deparment and medics from Cape Regional Medical Center arrived on scene and the victim was given CPR before being transported to Cape Regional Medical Center, where he was pronounced deceased. The Cape May Police Department is investigating the incident. This was the second water rescue incident in Cape May in two days. A woman was pulled out of the ocean the day before and is doing fine. - JUSTIN MATTES
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Wayne Holds Memorial Service in Honor of Fallen Firefighters Wayne, NJ - The Wayne Fire Department conducted a memorial service and dedication of their newly-erected Glenn E. McCoog Fallen Firefighters Memorial on Nellis Drive, near the library and adjacent to the World Trade Center Memorial, on Sunday, October 6th, which is National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service Day. The somewhat moving and at times, emotional ceremony was officiated by Fire Commissioner Robert Minarick with accounts of the line of duty deaths of the four Brothers who made the ultimate sacrifice of their lives, while saving the lives of others. Company 2 Chief Steve Toth and Company 3
JUMP TO FILE #100819105 Chief Tony Czapka shared their official accounts of the incidents which claimed the lives of Company 2 FF Glenn McCoog and Company 3 FF and Ex Commissioner Glenn "Galdo" Galderisi. Commissioner Minarick spoke of the first two firefighters to lose their lives back in 1924, 95 years ago when the department was young. Company 2 Firefighters Peter Van Ammers and Valentine Reda both were killed when their apparatus overturned on the way to a fire call.
Company 2 Chaplain Karyn Ratcliffe led all in the opening prayer and benediction, and Mayor Chris Vergano praised and thanked the members and their families for their selfless time and unwavering dedication and commitment to saving life, limb and property. No ceremony would be complete without the Passaic County Pipes and Drums to create a fitting atmosphere and set the mood for the solemn ceremony. Thank you all for your service and for keeping us safe. - RON JOHNSON
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Firefighter Falls Through Floor at Glen Rock Second-Alarm Glen Rock, NJ - A firefighter suffered minor injuries after falling through a hole on the first floor of a home during a secondalarm fire late JUMP TO FILE# Wednesday night, 100319113 October 2nd. Shortly before 11:00 P.M., Glen Rock firefighters were dispatched to 154 Greenway Road for a reported house fire. On arrival, command reported smoke showing from the second floor and transmitted a working fire, bringing an engine from Ridgewood to the scene. Engine 83 arrived on scene and stretched a one-andthree-quarter inch line through the rear of the home and located a fire in the basement. The fire was quickly extinguished, however a MAYDAY was transmitted when a firefighter fell through the floor into the basement. The firefighter was quickly recovered and only suffered minor injuries. Mutual aid came from Midland Park, Hawthorne and Fair Lawn. The fire was brought under control within 30 minutes and the cause remains under investigation. - CHRIS TOMPKINS
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Football Player in Little Egg Harbor Airlifted After Suffering Leg Injury Little Egg Harbor, NJ - Just after 2:00 P.M. on September 22nd, a 911 call was received for a football injury at the Little Egg Harbor Sports Complex. Some EMTs and firefighters were already there assisting with aid and made a call to request a Medevac for a serious leg injury. Great Bay EMS along with MONOC ALS were assigned to the job. JEMSTAR 2 (Southstar) responded and once on the ground care was turned over to flight medics. The injured player was transported to a local trauma center. West Tuckerton FD handled the landing zone assignment.
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Saddle Brook ex-Chief Tom Dickman and his daughter Emily, whose a junior firefighter at Engine Co. 1, are pictured here at a house fire in Fair Lawn, September 15th.
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Anglesea Fire Co. No. 1 of North Wildwood has taken delivery of this 1994 Pierce Dash 1500/500 pumper as Engine 2-2. The engine first served in West Sayville on Long Island, NY .
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The Hope Fire Co. that serves Allentown and Upper Freehold Twp. acquired this 1993 KME 1500-GPM/500-GWT pumper that saw original duty with the West Belmar Fire Co. of Wall Twp. It was also with the Roosevelt FD, until it was disbanded.
Campbell Supply Co. Announces Building Addition Progress at Sussex County Location Lafayette, NJ - Campbell Supply Company is pleased to publically announce the 18,000-square-foot building addition project at our Sussex County location. The project encompasses 6.87-acres. The new building will give us 12 service bay doors, 6,100-square-feet of office space and a parts warehouse. Roughly 115-tons of steel and approximately 900-cubic-yards of concrete will support the 21-feet of interior shop height and the 26feet interior parts warehouse height. The new drive-in ramp loading dock will offer us endless opportunities to load and unload the parts that you require of us. “This building addition will allow us to better service our customers in and around Sussex County,” offered Chief Executive Officer Scott Campbell. “The new
JUMP TO FILE #101019103 parts warehouse will give us the opportunity to have more parts in stock as well,” he added. The Lafeyette site will now have approximately 120,000square-feet of additional asphalt pavement installed. This will allow room for 34 truck and 54 car parking spaces. All of us at Campbell Supply Company graciously thank all of our customers for your business. We also thank all of our staff that have made this building addition project possible. Please look to our updated website and social media platforms to future updates on this project and other projects that we have in the works. If you would like more information
about this topic, please call Scott Campbell at 732-287-1500, or email (SCampbell@campbellsupply.com). Campbell Supply Co. is a family owned second-generation company celebrating over 50 years of service to the area fire apparatus industry and the heavy truck market. They service all brands of heavy trucks and fire apparatus from their South Brunswick NJ, Newark NJ, Lafayette NJ and Montgomery NY Service facilities. Campbell Supply Co. currently represents Freightliner Trucks, Select Trucks, Spartan ER, EVI and SVI vehicles and Lake Assault Boats. Visit Campbell Supply at www.campbellsupply.com - CAMPBELL SUPPLY CO.
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Helmetta’s Utility 36, a 1996 GMC/Reading, once served with the North Centerville Fire Company in Hazlet Township. JOHN M. MALECKY
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This 1995 Spartan/Saulsbury 1250/500 short wheelbase Squad 360 of the Good Intent Hose Co. No.1 of Llewellyn, PA once served with Applegarth Vol. Engine Co. No.1, District #2 of Monroe Twp. in Middlesex County.
Past and present chiefs from the Woodcliff Lake FD pose for a picture at the Royal Hawaiian Beachfront Resort in Wildwood Crest during the 2019 NJ State Firemen's Convention. (L to R): ex-Chiefs Bruce Mautz, Jeff Schuster, George Lucia and George Fusco, and current Chief Dan Schuster. JUSTIN MATTES
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Chester Chief Ed Windt, Jr. operates this 2019 Chevy Tahoe.
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A new addition to the New Jersey Fire Museum and Fallen Firefighters Memorial is this 1983 Mack CF model 1250-GPM pumper from Morganville Fire District 3, in Marlboro Twp. The museum held its annual open house in September.
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Chester Chief Ed Windt, Jr.'s name adorns the driver's door of his 2019 Tahoe.
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Byram Chief Todd Rudloft answers alarms in a 2013 Ford AWD unit.
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Byram Chief Todd Rudloft's Ford bears a "Smokey Stover" logo.
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Another addition to the museum's collection is former Neptune City's 1972 Hahn 1000-GPM pumper.
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In Middlesex County, the Monmouth Junction Fire Company of South Brunswick Township operates Brush 202. It has a 2016 Ford F-350 Super Duty 4x4 chassis with a body built by Fabrique Par, a company associated with building specialty trailers. The vehicle has folding steps at the rear. Features include a CET 150-GPM pump, UPF 250-gallon water tank, forestry line reel, saws, hand extinguishers, hand tools, forestry tools, bolt cutters and forcible entry tools.
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Wallington Celebrates 125 Years of Service Wallington, NJ - On September 21st, Wallington Truck Co. 201 celebrated 125 years of service to the Boro of Wallington.
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Monmouth Junction Brush 202, 2016 Ford F-350 Super Duty/Fabrique Par. It has a CET 150-GPM pump and UPF 250-gallon water tank.
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Medford Fire Department in Burlington County recently placed this Pierce Peterbilt into service as Tanker 2516. Features include a 3500-gallon tank and 2000-GPM pump.
Right/rear view of Monmouth Junction Brush 202 shows rear folding steps.
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Scotch Plains Rescue 1661's 1998 Pierce has this logo on the rear cab doors.
The Minotola Fire Co. operates this 2017 E-One Cyclone 100-foot ladder with 470-GWT, 30-gallon foam tank and 2000-GPM pump as Ladder 1126.
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(L to R): Bob Reilly Sr., John McCann and Bob Reilly Jr.
Brigantine Professional Firefighters Give Donation to The Burn Foundation Wildwood, NJ - Members of the Brigantine Professional Firefighters, IAFF Local 2657 held their 28th annual golf tournament earlier this year to raise funds for the Burn Foundation. Local 2657 Secretary Bob Reilly, joined by his father Bob
Cape May Point Vol. Fire Co. utilizes this KME Predator Pumper with a 2000-GPM pump and 1000-gallon tank.
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Lakewood FD recently took delivery of Ladder 5, a 2019 Pierce Enforcer 1250-GPM/500-GWT 107-foot ascendant rear-mount ladder. It has a full complement of ground ladders, and was sold by Fire & Safety Services.
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JUMP TO FILE #092319111 Reilly Sr., presented the generous donation to Burn Foundation Administrator John McCann Jr., in Wildwood on September 14th.
Reilly Jr. said that the donation is "yet another example of the way our professional firefighters give back to the community." - TODD BENDER
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Former Elizabeth Ladder 1 and 4 was acquired by the Newark FD and assigned as spare Ladder 37. The 1993 E-One 110-foot, rear-mount aerial ladder had upgrade work completed by Lembo Auto Body.
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The Fredon FD in Sussex County recently took delivery of a 2019 KME Predator Panther pumper with a 1500GPM pump and 1000-gallon water tank. It was sold by 1st Priority Emergency Vehicles.
This year, Parsippany District 5 acquired former Montville's 1993 Spartan/Saulsbury rescue truck. Upgrade work was accomplished by Lee's Emergency Equipment.
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Pine Brook Engine 377 has been assigned a 2019 Pierce Pierce refurbished Chester Tender 7's 1999 Pierce with Hasbrouck Heights placed into service a 2019 Ford Arrow XT model 2000-GPM/500-GWT with 55-foot boom. a 2018 Peterbilt cab and chassis, and a new tank. It has F450/Road Rescue ambulance, sold by Absolute Fire It was sold by Fire & Safety Services. a 500-GPM pump and 4551-gallon water tank. Protection Co.
On September 23rd, Paterson Engine Co. 2 was as- Kearny Service 3 is a 2018 Ford F-350XL. Duties include In Parsippany, Mount Tabor Engine 12 is now in service signed a 2019 Ferrara 1500-GPM/500-GWT pumper with pulling the trailer with Marine 3 and transporting equip- with a 2019 Pierce Enforcer 2000-GPM/750-GWT/24A5-man cab and low rear hose bed. ment and manpower. GFT/CAFS pumper, sporting a new color scheme. It was sold by Fire & Safety Services.
On September 28th, Hackensack's new Rescue 1, a 2019 E-One Cyclone model, was placed into service. It has a portable winch, roll-out draws, four ground ladders and a 25 kW generator. It was sold by Absolute Fire Protection Co.
In Monroe Twp., Rescue 51 has been assigned a 2019 EOne Cyclone model equipped with a 9,000-lb. portable winch, light tower, 25 K Onan PTO generator, eight-man cab, and many other features. It was sold by Absolute Fire Protection Co.
Fairmount Engine 2-2 has been assigned a 2019 Spartan 2000-GPM/750-GPM/30-GFT pumper that has a light tower, roll-out tool trays, extrication tool, 10 kW hydraulic generator and many other features. It was sold by Campbell Supply Co.
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Liberty Corner Fire Co. in Bernards Twp. recently took delivery of a 2019 Pierce Enforcer Pumper with a Waterous CSU 2000-GPM pump and a 500-gallon water tank. It's powered by a Cummins L9 450 HP engine and Allison EVS3000P automatic transmission, and is also equipped with an Onan 6Kw hydraulic generator. It was sold by Fire & Safety Services. ADAM ALBERTI
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Two Alarms Called at Fair Lawn House Fire
This year, Cliffside Body added new compartments onto the 1975 E-One body of Cliffside Park's mini-pumper to carry additional rescue and extrication equipment. Cliffside Body placed that body onto a Ford F350 chassis in 2000. It has a 250-GPM pump and 250gallon water tank. RON JEFFERS
Fair Lawn, NJ - A two-alarm fire that began in the basement of a home at 4-22 Plaza Road did significant damage on the evening of September 15th. Neighbors said smoke alarms alerted the occupants to the fire around 7:00 P.M. First arriving chiefs found the residents outside of the home, which had heavy fire showing from the basement windows with extension to the first floor. A second-alarm was transmitted, bringing a Saddle Brook FAST team to the scene while out-of-town companies relocated to firehouses in town. Crews had the fire knocked down within one hour. No injuries were immediately reported. Cover companies came from Elmwood Park, Hawthorne and Glen Rock.
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Community Fire Co. 1 in Wayne has placed into service a 2019 Spartan Gladiator 2000-GPM/750-GWT/20-GFT pumper that carries extrication equipment, a rear-mounted booster reel and 6 kW generator. It was sold by Campbell Supply Co. RON JEFFERS
Mahwah Rescue-Engine 117 is a 2019 Pierce 2000-GPM/750-GWT rescue-pumper. The chauffeur's side of the apparatus is set up for fire duty, and the officer's side for extrication incidents. It has a portable winch, slide-out tool trays and booster reel located above the pump. It was sold by Fire & Safety Services. RON JEFFERS
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Marcella Fire Co. #3 in Rockaway Twp. has acquired this 2019 Rescue One emergency watercraft.
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In Washington Twp., Fairmount Fire Company Engine 2-2's 1993 Pierce Dash 1500-GPM/1000-GWT pumper, right, has been replaced by a 2019 Spartan 2000-GPM/750-GWT/30-GFT model.
October 9, 2019–Orleans, VT - Fire departments with brush trucks are benefitting from three new skid unit options just introduced by KIMTEK Corporation. These additions to KIMTEK's FIRELITE® 300 series meet the latest demand for basic, firefighting-only skid units ideal for applications that do not require area for storage and patient transport.
KIMTEK's new FDHP 304, 305, and 306 model skid units come equipped with a manual Hannay 4000 Series reel and a water tank in 125, 160, or 200 gallon capacity. Buyers have their choice of four pump options: the Davey 6.5, 9, and 13 hp pumps and the new Darley 1.5 AGE 13HX which produces pressures up to 225 psi and is also available on all KIMTEK brush truck 300 series skid units. Bearing a sleek, basic design, these newest FDHP skid units are priced
affordably and are produced with the same high quality materials and workmanship expected of every KIMTEK product. Like the FDHP 301, 302, and 303 models, the new FDHP 304, 305, and 306 model skid units have all-aluminum diamond plate construction with aluminum tubing, stainless steel plumbing with brass 1/4-turn valves, NFPA fully baffled water tank, and a reinforced base with space to accommodate a fork lift. The entire line of KIMTEK brush truck skid units and all available options may be viewed at www.kimtekresearch.com. About KIMTEK Corporation KIMTEK Corporation is the largest producer and marketer of ATV/UTV-specific skid units for public safety agencies in the U.S. KIMTEK's FIRELITE® fire and rescue skid units and MEDLITE® medical skid units are now in service in all fifty U.S. states, all of
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Beach Haven FD recently took delivery of a new 2019 Spartan Ladder Truck. It will replace a Pierce Snorkel that has been in service since 1992.
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When a Crisis Gets Close to Home Chaplain’s Corner Pastor Fernando Villicana
While he was still speaking, yet another messenger came and said, “Your sons and daughters were feasting and drinking wine at the oldest brother’s house, when suddenly a mighty wind swept in from the desert and struck the four corners of the house. It collapsed on them and they are dead, and I am the only one who has escaped to tell you!” At this, Job got up and tore his robe and shaved his head. Then he fell to the ground in worship 21 and said: “Naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked I will depart. The Lord gave and the Lord has taken away; may the name of the Lord be praised.” In all this, Job did not sin by charging God with wrongdoing. Job 1:18-22 (NIV) It is one thing to respond to a critical incident or take part in mitigating a disaster of some kind or another, but there is a whole differ-
ent dimension to disaster when it strikes so close to home or hits your life. So often in the midst of a crisis we want answers, yet even answers can’t change what has happened...so we need something MORE than just answers. Has anyone left us a blueprint in how to face a tragedy? I mean, I know we have Critical Incident Stress Management, and that seems to help most First Responders deal with the trauma we see day in and day out. But how do we deal with tragedy as godly people who believe in a good God? There is a man named Job that faced a series of terrible personal tragedies, a man who lost his children in a terrible accident, a man who also had few answers, so what sustained him? The example of Job shows us a path through tragedy, while it doesn’t give us all the answers, it does point us to the one who can sustain us. When we can’t find solutions to our questions, we can find a savior for our catastrophe. “Behold, I stand at the door and knock; if anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him…” (Revelation 3:20).
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This Warren Grove 1949 Ford/Approved hose wagon also saw service in Philadelphia.
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Denville Captain Troy Decker and ex-Assistant Chief Kevin Andreano with the department's 2004 Smeal 1500-GPM/75-foot quint.
The crew of Maplewood’s Engine 32 pose by their pumper. (L to R): FF A. Aliano, Captain M. Hannigan and FF W. Krueger.
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Hamilton Twp. FD #5 DeCou Hose Co. Station 15 career staff 'A' Platoon Captain Bernard Crammer III, Firefighter Stefanie Kalibas and Apparatus Operator Randy Roldan pose with Engine 15, a 2007 Sutphen 1500-GPM pumper.
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Members of the South Orange FD stand with their chief by their new Spartan ER pumper. (L to R): Fire Chief Dan Sullivan, FF’s Brandon Infante and Michael Soto, and Captain David Klugel.
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Bergenfield firefighters stand by their new Pierce aerial ladder. Kneeling are FF’s N. Kovacs and B. Batista. Standing are FF’s N. Garofano, J. Lorz and D. Brown.
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Members of Monroe Township District 3 pose with Engine 23-5's 2010 Seagrave 1750-GPM pumper.
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Wildwood Fire Co.'s fully restored 1937 American LaFrance 1250GPM (Reg. #7810, Model: 412 CB PWT).
RECENT SUTPHEN ORDER! Rainbow Lakes Fire Department Specifications:
Final Drawing Of Their New Sutphen Custom Pumper!
• Sutphen Monarch Extreme Duty 56” cab with 10’ raise
• Seating for 6
• Cummins L9 450 HP Engine • Hale Qmax 1500 GPM • 1000 gal Water Tank • 50 gal Foam Tank
• Zico Electric Ladder Rack
• 10KW Smart Power Generator
• Command Light CL Light Tower • Whelen Emergency Lights • FRC Scene Lights
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FACES OF NEW JERSEY’S EMERGENCY SERVICES
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EMT’s William Steiner and Shavonne Holmes of RWJ Barnabas Health EMS stand by their 2018 AEV ambulance, which is stationed at the South Orange Fire Department’s substation.
DAMIEN DANIS
City of Wildwood Deputy Chief Ernest Troiano directs operations at a deck collapse on Baker Ave., September 14th.
RON JEFFERS
Members of the Kearny Fire Department with Engine 3's 2018 Pierce Arrow XT model 1500-GPM pumper, on a sunny September afternoon.
JOHN M. MALECKY
Recently, Maplewood’s on duty force gathered for a photo in front of fire headquarters. (L to R): FF’s K. Herbert, W. Krueger, S. Aliano, DC J. Kozak, Captain M. Hannigan and FF’s A. Marinello, A. Fortunato and K. Thomas.
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McCabe Ambulance EMT’s Dan Cruden and Chris Ruiz stand by their new Medix ambulance.
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Gun Safety on the Hunt, at Home and Throughout the Year The Department of the Interior reported in 2017 that over 101 million Americans, or about 40 percent of the population over 16, participate in wildlife activities. This includes more than 11 million hunters across the nation. Unfortunately, the Centers for Disease Control still record approximately 500 unintentional firearms fatalities a year. But there is good news: That number has been steadily decreasing for the last 20 years. Clearly, we can continue this trend through gun safety education, responsible gun handling and storage, and thorough knowledge of hunting laws. Here are some tips and resources to help you get started: Gun Safety Basics Proper handling and storage of firearms drastically reduce the chances of accidental injury or death from a gun. - If you are a beginner, take a hunting and gun safety course before using firearms. If you have children and plan to take them hunting, gun safety training is required in most states. And, as pointed out below, teaching kids about gun safety – even if you don’t own any guns yourself – is highly recommended. - Treat all guns as if they are loaded. Before transport, cleaning or storage, visually check that guns are unloaded at least twice. - Practice good muzzle management by being aware of where your gun is pointed AT ALL TIMES, and make sure it is never pointed at a person. - Know your gun. Read all manuals and be sure you know exactly how to use, clean, load and unload every firearm in your possession. - Keep the safety on until you are ready to use your gun. - Never put your hand on the trigger until you are ready to shoot. - Be sure of your target and what’s near and behind it. - When hunting, make sure your guns are properly carried and transported, such as in a gun bag. Gun and Landowner Liability Personal gun safety is always on the minds of most hunters, but gun, home and landowners can be held liable for injury to others. For example: - Three states and Washington, D.C., currently impose criminal liability on a gun owner for failure to safely store guns where children are present. New York may soon be the fourth state to pass a similar law. Many other states establish liability on the gun owner only if a child accesses or uses the gun. - Gun owners can purchase liability insurance, but it is not mandatory. The insurance typically covers accidental discharge of a firearm, as well as the actions of someone who steals or borrows
JUMP TO FILE #101019104 a gun. The mayor of San Jose recently introduced a proposed city ordinance that would require gun owners to purchase liability insurance. - Each state has unique laws that establish liability for landowners who allow people to hunt on their land. If you invite hunters to use your property, you may be liable if they injure themselves or others. A hunting lease can protect the landowner while providing hunters with access to quality hunting land. - In some states, hunters and many other outdoor enthusiasts have an implied right to access most of the state’s land. If landowners do not want hunters and others on their property, they
must post “No Trespassing” or “Access by Permission Only” signs. - Many public lands allow hunting. Know the rules and regulations for those areas by checking out the Department of the Interior’s page on public hunting. Most Gun Accidents Happen in the Home and Often Involve Children Most unintended gun accidents happen at home, not out hunting, and are typically the result of unsafe storage. According to a Johns Hopkins survey, more than half of all gun owners do not securely store their guns. On average, 19 children are killed or receive emergency treatment for gunshot wounds every day in the United States. Firearms are the secondleading cause of injury-related deaths in children ages 1 to 17. Even if you do not own guns, the
odds are that your child will visit the home of someone who does. Firearms should be kept in a secure location, such as a locked gun safe or cabinet. All guns should be unloaded during storage. Ammunition should also be stored
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Vehicle News
VENDOR SPOTLIGHT
New Jersey
Kochek's Strainers, Elbows Test at the Top Results of latest independent flow tests posted on Kochek website
ADAM ALBERTI
The Byram FD recently took delivery of a 2019 KME Predator Panther pumper with a 2000-GPM pump and 1000-gallon water tank. It was sold by 1st Priority Emergency Vehicles.
RON JEFFERS
Jersey City Ladder Co. 8 has been assigned a 2019 E-One LTH model 100-foot, rear-mount aerial ladder with cab roof notch, 220inch wheelbase and crisscross under-slung jacks with 11-feet spread. It was sold by Absolute Fire Protection Co.
October 1, 2019--Putnam, CT Kochek Company, LLC has posted on its website white papers detailing the latest independent flow test results of multiple brands of fire hose, strainers and elbows. Conducted by GBW Associates, LLC and Water Supply Innovations, LLC, test conditions were closely monitored for consistency and elimination of variables. Kochek lightweight suction hose was used as a constant in each testing category. Kochek's low level, ice, floating, box, and barrel strainers and 90° suction elbows performed at or near the top of all test subjects. Description of each test's flow speed, motor speed, and vacuum readings as well as official summaries of independent test findings may be found at www.kochek.com.
Strainers for every call The latest flow testing data support fire professionals' observations of Kochek's rugged construction, reliable performance, and versatility in the field. Kochek strainers are compact and constructed of lightweight aluminum yet are durable to withstand harsh weather conditions while delivering maximum water flow. They come in sizes from 1.5” to 6” and are available in NH, Storz Camlock, connection styles. Kochek produces a full line of top performance water flow products manufactured from high quality materials engineered to exacting specifications. All Kochek products are covered by a five-year warranty against manufacturing defects. About Kochek
Headquartered in Putnam, CT, Kochek Company, LLC was founded in 1988. A technologically advanced manufacturing company, Kochek is a leading producer of water movement products for fire, water works, and irrigation markets throughout North America and abroad. To achieve its mission to manufacture and deliver the highest quality products at competitive prices, Kochek devotes time and resources to the development of innovative solutions that meet high standards of excellence in engineering, manufacturing, and customer support. More information about Kochek and the company's entire line of fire equipment may be found at www.kochek.com.
RON JEFFERS
Jersey City Support Unit 4366 is a 2019 Ford F350 4x4 pickup.
RON JEFFERS
Jersey City Support Unit 4365 is a 2019 Ford F350 4x4/ARE with a roll-out rear tray. It's functions include picking up and delivering tools from the shops.
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FDNY, The Battle Continues Chinatown, Battling the Blazes VIDEO REVIEW
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This DVD is 40 minutes in length. These two major fires take place in the Chinatown section of Manhattan. One is a 5th alarm from 2009 and the other is a 7th alarm from 2010. Even though that was some time ago, fire is fire and both of these are well worth the viewing! Both fires have fire traffic so that the viewer can get an idea of the magnitude of what these firefighters had to deal with within the walls of these buildings, as well as on the outside! It was shear hell compounded by many occupants, difficulty in locating the fires, close proximity of the buildings, high heat and spread of the fire via airshafts to name a few! There were several MAYDAY’s in the first fire and an evacuation order transmitted by the incident commander at the second fire. Many tower ladders were put to work, as well as numerous hand lines. Fire extended to all floors and to exposures. There were constant roll calls needed to assure that all companies had their personnel accounted for. The intensity of these operations have to be viewed to be appreciated!
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SCENES FROM 2019'S NEW JERSEY FIREMEN'S EXPO Photos by Frank Robinson
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NEVER FORGET If you have photos you would like to see in our Never Forget feature, please upload them on our website, www.1stResponderNews.com or email them to Lindsey@1stResponderNews.com.
Since starting in 2007, the WTC Tribute in Light Photo Shoot held at Liberty State Park in Jersey City has photographed well over 1,000 emergency vehicles. This year, just over 175 were shot. Making the trip on a warm, but clear night were rigs from NJ, NY, PA and CT. Some arrived early for a BBQ in the staging area. Camaraderie was in full effect among the fire, police and EMS members that attended.
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Beachwood Firefighters Handle Fully Involved Van Beachwood, NJ - At approximately 4:30 P.M. on September 22nd, the Beachwood Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire at the intersection of Maple Street and Anchor Avenue. Upon arrival, members found a van with a well involved engine compartment fire that was progressing into the passenger area. The fire was quickly extinguished and there were no injuries.
WORKING FACES Ho-Ho-Kus Fire Dept.
Boonton's former rescue
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Garfield Engine 1 Captain Joe Perno has a face-to-face with Assistant Chief Anthony Swistak during a house fire on Prospect St., September 16th.
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PATCH OF THE MONTH
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
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This patch belongs to the Green Creek Vol. Fire Co., located in Cape May County, NJ.
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The Wildwood Fire Department recently put into service this 2019 Ford/Horton ambulance.
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Big Brothers of Salem County
(Author’s Note): I am dedicating this month’s column to the memory of Assistant Chief Anthony Jackson of the Logan Fire Company in Pedricktown, who was killed in a tractor-trailer accident on the NJ Turnpike during the period that this manuscript was being compiled. To the Logan Fire Company, "We Feel Your Loss.” When the “Little Big Guys” feature was introduced into this publication, the theory was to focus on small apparatus that was able to negotiate in areas where the size of major apparatus prohibited them from doing so. Hence the little guy became the big guy when it allowed crews to accomplished their missions easier. At a later time there was an attempt to focus on larger apparatus such as tractor-drawn tankers, and calling them “Big Brothers”. It worked here and there, however the amount of tractor-drawn tankers has since dwindled to a fraction of what it used to be. But this month we display two such tankers from Salem County. I understand that at least two other Salem departments have such tankers. Most of these tankers were bought or acquired used. In the case of the Pedricktown truck, it was donated I believe from Lacy’s Express, a local business specializing in transportation of hazardous materials, hazardous waste, intermodal tanks and general commodities. The Woodstown truck has a 1989 Walker bulk milk trailer. It was later rebuilt in 2015 by a company named Hy Tech which specializes in milk tank trailers. In any event, these two apparatus provide a change from our usual display of apparatus and we hope to enjoy it. Other apparatus in our display this month are big as well, such as the Pedricktown brush truck and the Woodstown S & S pumper/tender. Pedrickown is in Oldmans Township and the fire company’s name is Logan, which we were told is an Indian name. Woodstown is in Pilesgrove Township. Other vehicles featured include a KME pumper/tender and a KME pumper with a larger water tank which doubles as their rescue. The Woodstown KME quint replaces a 65-foot Telesqurt. In dealer news, Emergency Equipment Sales & Service, LLC is working on a remount of an Excellance Type III ambulance for Hackensack Meridian Health. Fire & Safety Services reports the following Pierce orders: In Bergen County, a Velocity 100-foot midmount tower for Elmwood Park and a Velocity pumper for Garfield. In Passaic County, Hawthorne ordered a Velocity 100-foot rear-mount platform and in Union County, Berkeley Heights ordered a Velocity mid-mount tower. Pierce deliveries include in Morris County, the Town of Boonton received an Enforcer pumper, the Town of Butler received an Enforcer 110-foot Ascendant platform. Hanover Fire District 2 (Whippany) received an Enforcer pumper and Chester Township received a Peterbilt dry side tanker in which the pump and body from their 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.
APPARATUS OF THE MONTH A look at what’s new with apparatus around the state with John Malecky
Pedricktown E-3-2, 2003 KME Excel 1500/1000 with 15 kw generator and air cascade system. It was sold by First Priority Emergency Vehicles. JOHN M. MALECKY
Pedricktown T-3-5, 1995 Peterbilt 379/Fruehauf, 8,000-gallons. It was formerly operated by Lacey's Express.
JOHN M. MALECKY
Woodstown T-12-5, 1995 Mack CH/Walker, 350/6000 with 2015 rebuild by Hytech. It was a former milk truck.
JOHN M. MALECKY
Pedricktown Brush 3-4, 1970 Kaiser M818/Chivvasn 250/800 with 10-ton winch and Akron FireFox bumper monitor. JOHN M. MALECKY
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Pedricktown E-3-1, 2018 KME Predator 2000/2800/20A/30B and 10 kw generator. It was sold by First Priority Emergency Vehicles.
older tanker were used and a new chassis and tank installed. In Monmouth County, Millstone Fire District 1 received a Velocity PUC pumper. Firefighter One has delivered two McCoy Miller Type II ambulances on Ford Transit chassis to University Hospital in Newark (Essex County). They have the following Ferrara orders: an HD 107-foot aerial on an Inferno chas-
sis for North Wildwood (Cape May County), a Cinder pumper for North Plainfield (Somerset County), a Cinder pumper for Belleville (Essex County), a Ford F-550 mini pumper for the Brookside FC in Mendham, and an Inferno pumper/tender for Jefferson Township Co. 2 (both Morris County). Absolute Fire Protection has received two E-ONE orders. One is for a
Woodstown L-12-6, 2017 KME Predator, 1500/500 with 79-foot aerial and 10 kw generator. It was sold by First Priority Emergency Vehicles.
JOHN M. MALECKY
Woodstown T-12-5A, 2002 Peterbilt 330/S & S, 750/2900.
JOHN M. MALECKY
Typhoon stainless steel rescue pumper for the Washington FC in Matawan (Monmouth County), and the other is a Metro HP-100 ladder on a Typhoon chassis for Bloomfield (Essex County). New Jersey Emergency Vehicles has delivered to New Jersey Natural Gas (serves Monmouth, Ocean, Middlesex, Morris and Burlington Counties), a command center with slide-out conference room. Mounted on an Interna-
tional MV607 chassis it has a 22-foot body with 77-inch headroom. Features include a diesel generator, curbside 18foot electric awning, computer command system with networking, comfort station with toilet, sink, hot and cold running water, refrigerator, four-person squad bench, aluminum counter tops, sound deadened insulated entrance doors and 12 VAC roof-mounted air conditioner.
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