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A Straight & Narrow Counseling Center Destroyed by Fire Paterson, NJ - It's not that unusual for commuters on the state's northern highways to see a column of smoke rise from the Paterson area. A huge black column was visible on the sunny morning of August 24th as flames consumed a block- JUMP TO FILE# long mill building 082619111 owned by Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Paterson. The alarm was sounded at 11:00 A.M., and responding fire units saw smoke rising as they rolled in to the reported address of 410 Straight Street. Smoke was showing from the roof area upon arrival of first due units. Upon further investigation, it was discovered that there was a heavy fire load through the three-story structure. It didn't take long for flames to vent out of numerous windows on all floors, as a defensive operation was
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initiated and a collapse zone established. Second and third alarms were quickly transmitted. Master streams were set up, which included Paterson's two tower ladders, plus a ladder pipe operation from Passaic. In all five alarms were sounded, bringing mutual aid companies to the scene. It didn't take long for portions of the structure to collapse. Overhead power lines fell into the streets and some on apparatus. An estimated 300 people living in the area were temporarily displaced. Many watched the flames consume the building from street corners. The heat from the fire melted the sidings and satellite dishes of nearby dwellings. At the time of a collapse, fire officials said a 300-pound drum flew into the sky. Burning embers covered the neighborhood where police closed off a three-block area from the fire building. Mutual aid companies responded to a fire on the roof of a dialysis building at St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center, a few blocks away. Wood along an overhead bridge also burned, summonsing a mutual aid pumper from Haledon. The building housed one of the state's largest drug and alcohol counseling centers, according to Monsignor James Maloney. In addition, 50 people were housed in the old industrial building. Victims were taken to School 21 and assisted by city officials and the American Red Cross. After the structural collapses, firefighters continued to wet down the debris for hours, and they maintained a fire watch overnight. As the rubble burned, Chief of Department Brian McDermott was making preparations to have the remains demolished. Miraculously, no injuries were reported to occupants or firefighters. “You've got to commend our fire department,� Mayor Andre Sayegh said. - RON JEFFERS
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Passaic, NJ - Passaic firefighters kept a pre-dawn blaze in a rear addition from spreading to a four-story apartment building on August 30th. At 5:11 A.M., a full assignment was dispatched to 62 Wall Street on a reported structure fire. As Battalion Chief Colavitti arrived, he had fire showing from the rear of the building and struck a second-alarm. No injuries were reported and no residents were displaced by the fire, which officials say began on the exterior of the building. The fire was under control after about one hour.
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This 1951 Mack 65' ladder truck once served Cape May and is now at the New Jersey Fire Museum.
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1st Responder Newspaper honors and remembers emergency responders lost in the line of duty
New Mexico: Jeff Stroble, 46 Rank: Driver/Operator Incident Date: June 5, 2019 Death Date: July 21, 2019 Fire Department: City of Roswell Fire Department Initial Summary: On June 5, 2019, the City of Roswell Fire Department was preparing for the community July 4th fireworks show. Driver/Operator Stroble was assisting with this preparation when an explosion occurred, injuring him. Stroble was immediately taken to the hospital but passed away on July 21, 2019, from the injuries he sustained in the explosion.
California: Yaroslav Katkov, 29 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: July 28, 2019 Death Date: July 28, 2019 Fire Department: CAL FIRE, California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection Initial Summary: On Sunday, July 28, 2019, Firefighter Katkov was on a training hike with his crew in San Diego County. During the hike, he suffered a medical emergency and was immediately flown to Temecula Valley Hospital in Riverside County where he passed away on Monday, July 29, 2019. Florida: James E. Sommers, 40 Rank: Fire Chief/Public Safety Director Incident Date: August 6, 2019 Death Date: August 6, 2019 Fire Department: Suwannee Fire Rescue Initial Summary: On the evening of August 6, 2019, Fire Chief/Public Safety Director James E. Sommers was returning home on his motorcycle from a Suwannee County Commission Meeting when he was struck by a vehicle. Sommers was immediately transported to the Lake City Medical Center where he died from the injuries he sustained in the accident. Michigan: Norman Edward Klenow, 78 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: August 10, 2019 Death Date: August 10, 2019 Fire Department: East Tawas Fire Department
Initial Summary: On Saturday, August 10, 2019, Firefighter Norman Edward Klenow responded to a motor vehicle accident. While providing traffic control at the scene, he complained of not feeling well and was assisted into the apparatus. After returning to the fire station, he went home, when at approximately 1946hrs, was found in cardiac arrest. He was immediately transported to the hospital where he passed away.
Pennsylvania: Walter Wagaman, 46 Rank: Assistant Chief Incident Date: August 2, 2019 Death Date: August 14, 2019 Fire Department: Buchanan Valley Volunteer Fire Department Initial Summary: On Friday, August 2, 2019, Assistant Chief Walter Wagaman was responding to an emergency as a passenger in an apparatus when he was ejected from it. Wagaman was treated by emergency personnel at the scene and was immediately flown to the York Trauma Center where, on Wednesday, August 14, 2019, he passed away from the injuries he sustained from the accident. New York: Brian J. Sullivan, 54 Rank: Lieutenant Incident Date: August 9, 2019 Death Date: August 10, 2019 Fire Department: Fire Department of New York (FDNY) Squad 41 Initial Summary: On Friday, August 9, 2019, Lieutenant Brian J. Sullivan worked a 24-hour shift in which he responded to seven emergency calls. During his shift, Sullivan complained to others of having pain and discomfort but continued to respond to calls. When he returned home after his tour of duty, he suffered a heart attack and was immediately transported to the Orange County Regional Medical Center where he passed away in the early morning of Saturday, August 10, 2019.
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WORKING FACES
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Two Alarms Struck at Commercial Structure Fire in Paterson
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Hamilton Station 13 (Rusling Hose Co.) Firefighter Eric Griggs, along with a Hamilton Animal Control Officer, rescued a dog from the canal at Greenwood and Park Lane around 12pm, August 1st.
Paterson, NJ - Paterson firefighters battled a second-alarm fire in a commercial building early Sunday morning, September 1st. At approximately 9:30 A.M., firefighters were JUMP TO FILE# called to the area of 090219117 21st Ave. and Madison Ave., for multiple calls reporting a building fire. Battalion 1 arrived on scene and confirmed a working fire in a one-story commercial building, with a second floor facade attached on both sides. Multiple handlines were stretched into the first floor and basement as heavy smoke vented from the structure. Ladder 1's crew vented the roof and searched both exposures as the initial attack lines located the fire in the rear of the building. A secondalarm was transmitted for manpower. The fire was knocked down within 30 minutes, with no injuries reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. - CHRIS TOMPKINS
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Little Ferry Deputy Chief Marty Loesner at the command post during a multiple-alarm fire involving a Waterside Drive apartment building, Aug. 11th.
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Fire & Safety Services, Ltd. Sponsors “5AM CALL” for Burn Foundation Fundraiser “5AM CALL” is the Burn Foundation fundraiser image for the 2019 Wildwood Firemen’s Convention, held in September. This image has been recreated from the first Burn Foundation fundraiser image created by artist Joseph M. Getsinger in 1980, which was originally titled, “NIGHT CALL.” The artist thought it would be interesting to make a retro piece using the original fire from 1980 and replacing the firefighters and fire apparatus in the foreground with current gear and apparatus. It was a past and present connection spanning the 39 years the artist has created images for burn victims/survivors. The artist wanted to recreate the positions of the original firefighters and make it as close to the original 1980 painting as possible. With the assistance of Deputy Chief Joseph Cunningham, Sr., and members of the Delran FD (NJ), this image was successfully done as seen in the painting. It's interesting to note that the white helmeted firefighter on the left of the original painting of “Night Call” is now our sponsor from the South Jersey Federal Credit Union, Senior Vice President Kenneth Barnshaw. You can get your raffle tickets at the gate of the Firemen’s Convention tents, or at the Burn Foundation booth for a donation of $1 or more. “5AM CALL” collector pins will also be available for a donation of $5 or more. This year, David Russell, President of Fire and Safety Serv-
JUMP TO FILE #073019100 ices, Ltd., located at 200 Ryan St., So Plainfield, NJ 800-400-8017 (www.f-ss.com), along with Pierce Manufacturing, gave his full financial support of this project for the nineteenth consecutive year. David Russell is a longtime supporter of the Burn Foundation and the artist since 2001. Choice Marketing (www.Choicemarketing.net) created this collector card to support the Burn Foundation in their fundraising efforts. Chip Lillie has created a large series of collector cards of Joseph Getsinger’s firefighter art. South Jersey Federal Credit Union’s Senior Vice President Kenneth Barnshaw committed to underwriting the cost of the collector pins this year in support of the Burn Foundation. Artist Joseph M. Getsinger has supported the Burn Foundation for 39 years with his fire art. Visit his diverse website at: www.jgetsingerarts.com or email him at jgetsart@aol.com BURN FOUNDATION: A Philadelphia based organization which supports the greater Delaware Valley through education and support of five regional Burn Centers. 8600 West Chester Pike, Suite 202, Upper Darby, PA 19013; Phone: (215)-545-3816 Fax: (215)-545-3818 - Website: www.burnfoundation.org
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Big and Little Fire Trucks Have a Special Day UPS & DOWNS Notes from Ron Jeffers
Fire apparatus of all sizes assembled at the PAL building on Baldwin Rd., Parsippany, on August 17th for the 5th annual model fire apparatus show sponsored by the Fraternal Order of Leather Heads. Chairman of the event, Steve Jason and his committee, did another stand up job assembling model builders and collectors from six states to bring their impressive fire apparatus models to the show. Police and EMS vehicles were also represented. The model enthusiasts came from New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Maryland and Georgia, according to Jason. Model fire apparatus collecting has come a long way with toy manufacturers that produce numerous types of American rigs, including specific city fire units. Scale model fire toys weren't popular with manufacturers years ago, and they claimed there weren't enough sales for such items. Up to the 1970's, many collectors had to “kit-bash” truck models to convert into fire apparatus. Several fire apparatus model clubs were established around the country for builders and collectors to exchange notes and petition manufacturers for fire truck models. The Fire Apparatus Model Builders Association (FAMBA) was created here in New Jersey, in the 1980's. Companies made plenty of European apparatus, but not American types, at the time. In addition to models, there was a muster of the real fire apparatus
outside with new and antique rigs, operated by municipalities and privately owned units. The Parsippany Office of Emergency Management and Rescue Recovery brought numerous vehicles to the show. The real apparatus staged in a parking area passed the PAL building. Fans of the big rigs had a chance to pose and photograph those rigs, in between the clouds. The old and new apparatus then paraded to the PAL building's parking lot to be put on display. Vendors and refreshments were also on hand, and several pieces of apparatus received trophies in various categories, at the end of the day. Trophy winners included Denville's 1926 American LaFrance pumper for Best of Show; a 1970 Young Crusader pumper owned by Dave Henry was Best Overall; a Ford Model T owned by Rich Briant was First Place; a Netcong 1934 Ford/American LaFrance pumper won 2nd Place; Newark's Mack “B” model pumper was Best Department Owned; former Irvington's 1953 Mack pumper owned by Garry Steitz was 1st Place Privately Owned; and a 1977 Mack CF pumper formerly of Hastings-onHudson, N.Y., owned by Tom Jardenes, was 2nd Place Privately owned. UPS: Newly promoted deputy fire chiefs in Paterson are: Luis Cruz, John Bradle, Matthew Hyman, Robert Gardner and Gabriel Aboyoun. DOWNS: An early morning fire involved two Indiana Ave. dwellings and displaced two families in Atlantic City, Aug. 2nd. UPS: New battalion chiefs in Paterson are: Joseph Henderson, Jose Molina, Michael Trommelen, Michael Cleeput, John Botero, Dante De Stafano, Jackson Brock and Kenneth Kiefer. DOWNS: A 16-year-old boy was killed in a dwelling fire on McBride
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A model fire station, with replicas of the pumper and paramedic unit from TV's 1970's "Emergency!" show was on hand, autographed by Randolph Mantooth, who played a firefighter-paramedic on the show.
Participants, young and old, enjoyed the model first responder vehicles that were on display at the FOOLS show in Parsippany, Aug. 12th. RON JEFFERS
Ave., Neptune, on July 23rd. Two other occupants made it out to safety. UPS: Recently promoted to the rank of fire captain in Paterson are: Ryan Higgins, Michael Hascup, Leonardo Acosta, Tyshan Hawkins, Thomas Gander, Anthony Selby, John Howe Jr., Robert Tierney, Kyle Hoffman, Winfried Roman, Carlos Pagan, Raphael Paredes and Herbert Eggers III. DOWNS: An all-hands fire displaced ten people from their Pine St. dwelling in Jersey City, July 27th. UPS: Bayonne firefighters and police from the city and the Port Authority worked together to rescue a dog from the waters under the Bayonne Bridge, Aug. 10th. The dog got loose and made its way into the Kill van Kull. Firefighters were able to rescue the dog, using Marine 1, by pulling the animal up and donning it with a life preserver and returned the dog to its owner, officials said. Fire Chief Keith Weaver praised the quick actions by firefighters and police tracking and rescuing “Cher.” DOWNS: New Brunswick and area firefighters answered 3-alarms for a fire that started in pallets that contained plastic materials set for recycling purposes at GDB International, Inc., on Home News Row, Aug. 12th. The Middlesex County hazmat unit took air samples at the site and immediate area, but they did not receive any readings of harmful chemicals in the air from the fire, city spokesperson Jennifer
Bradshaw said. The huge column of smoke could be seen for miles. UPS: West Orange Fire Captain Will Holder was released from University Hospital, Aug. 20th, after he was seriously injured when a dump truck crashed through an accident scene on Route 280 and struck several emergency vehicles. Captain Holder was greeted with applause as he left the hospital and headed to a rehabilitation facility, according to township officials. Wearing a neck brace and moved on a stretcher to an ambulance, Captain Holder saluted the crowd that showed up of support his recovery. DOWNS: Authorities charged a woman with attempted murder for allegedly setting an occupied Woodbury home on fire, Aug. 4th. The occupant was hospitalized with burns and smoke inhalation, and a dog was rescued from the building, police reported. After speaking with witnesses and reviewing surveillance video, a Gloucester Township woman was arrested on numerous charges. UPS: Andrew Hoehn has been hired as an additional on-call, per diem firefighter for the Hope Fire Company to serve residents of Upper Freehold Twp. and Allentown. DOWNS: A pet dog died as the result of a dwelling fire on West Demarest Ave., Englewood, Aug. 18th. The occupant said he was alerted to the fire by his two barking dogs. He got one dog out, but the other became scared and ran upstairs, he said.
UPS: New firefighters in Montclair are John DiGeronimo and Ocival Mar. DOWNS: A fire destroyed a home on Cannonball Dr., Tinton Falls, on Aug. 12th. Mutual aid from four departments were called in. UPS: Stephen Tallody has been promoted to fire captain in Millburn. DOWNS: New Kitchen restaurant on Bowden Rd., Cedar Grove, was involved in a fire, Aug. 15th, causing at least three businesses to be evacuated. Fire units from Verona and North Caldwell assisted at the scene. UPS: New firefighters in Westfield are Michael Sawicki, Richard Allocco and Anthony Grasso Jr. DOWNS: Fire destroyed three tractor-trailers and a car behind a haunted house attraction on Brighton Ave., Passaic, Aug. 17th. Two firefighters were injured according to officials; one from this city and one from Clifton. They were treated and released from a local hospital. UPS: Newly promoted fire lieutenants in Westfield are Karl Kelber and Kevin McCormack. DOWNS: A fast-moving fire took the life of a 75-year-old woman in West Deptford Twp., Aug. 26th. The fire was described as so intense that fire crews were forced to evacuate the Division St. dwelling. - CONTINUED ON PAGE 12
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Ups & Downs Continued from Page 10
UPS: Anthony Tiller was promoted to fire chief in Westfield. His newly promoted battalion chiefs are Rick Jurgens and Michael Duelks. DOWNS: A Walnut St. home in Mahwah was heavily damaged as the result of a 3-alarm fire, Aug. 20th. A woman was taken to the hospital and treated for smoke inhalation, Assistant Chief Thomas Loreto said. UPS: Paterson received a $289,450 AFG federal grant to support purchase of equipment, training, emergency vehicles, and other firefighting and prevention activities, Rep. Bill Pascrell announced, in August. DOWNS: An Ocean Township woman was facing a disorderly persons charge plus a traffic summons for telling a West Long Branch police officer, who pulled her over for speeding on Aug. 22nd, that her house was on fire. The officer radioed in the claim and Ocean Township police and firefighters, from Oakhurst Hose Company, were dispatched to the woman's home. There was no fire according to officials. The driver received a speeding ticket and a summons for creating a hazardous condition, police said. UPS: New York's Country 94.7 honored Jersey City Fire Captain Vic Petrucelli, of Rescue Co. 1, on First Responder Friday, Aug. 30th. The 37-year member of the FDJC has been a captain for 30 of those years. He was nominated by Captain Anthony Klocko, of Squad Co. 4. “Captain Petrucelli is the guy you want to be working when s*** hits the fan and you need help,” Captain Klocho said on his Facebook page. DOWNS: One firefighter was taken to the hospital to be evaluated for heat exhaustion after a fast-moving fire in a condo complex on
Auburn Ct., Mount Laurel, Aug. 27th. Firefighters rescued several pets, and 20 condo units had to be evacuated, police said. UPS: On Aug. 31st, Hackensack Engine Co. 2, along with Hackensack UMC BLS, ALS and city police responded to 30 Prospect Ave. for a drowning victim. Upon arrival the victim was already removed from the pool by the lifeguard on duty, who then started CPR. Police assisted with CPR until the arrival of Engine 2 and medical personnel, according to officials. They also provided CPR and AED protocol. ALS personnel began advanced patient care. While moving the victim to the elevator a pulse was regained. The patient was transported to HUMC for further treatment. DOWNS: On August 31st, two Fifth St. residents and a firefighter plummeted two-stories from a ladder and were injured during a 2-alarm fire, Passaic officials said. One of the injured residents was treated at the scene for smoke inhalation and another was taken to a local hospital, complaining of inhaling smoke. Fire Chief Peter Trentacost said the injured member, Firefighter Rene Rivera, was taken to St. Mary's General Hospital and was in “stable” condition. The chief said 20 people were displaced. UPS: The Jersey City Gong Club's popular Jersey City Firefighters 2020 Work Chart, and Ira Rubin Memorial calendar, are now available. Aside from being a local work tour calendar, it contains many historic date information and plenty of past fire apparatus and fire scene photography from this city. They are $8.00 in person or $10.00 via mail. Contact the club by their email address: gongclub@comcast.net
RON JEFFERS
Gong Club member Paul Schaetzle refers to historic points that are listed in the firefighter's work chart 2020 calendar at the department's memorial service in July. The calendars are published and sold by the Gong Club as a fundraising project.
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ON THE LITER SIDE
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One Airlifted from Motorcycle Vs. Car in Eagleswood Twp.
Eagleswood Twp., NJ - Just before 10:00 A.M. on September 2nd, an MVC was reported on Rt. 9 in the Eagleswood section of Ocean County. Great Bay EMS along with MONOC 716 ALS were dispatched and once on scene, EMS command requested a MEDEVAC for the injured patient. MONOC 1 was the ship and transported the patient to a local trauma center with a 15 minute ETA once airborne. Eagleswood and Parkertown Fire Departments handled the landing zone assignment.
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Back in the day, George Fosdick of New Jersey Fire Equipment Co. sold Pirsch fire apparatus. He still has a soft spot in his heart for the late fire apparatus manufacturer. Recently, he had decals made and his service trucks have been converted to Pirsch units!
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Forest Grove Vol. Fire Company operates this 2010 Sutphen 2000/500/70' Quint. Heavy fire shot through the roof of this three-story condominium.
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Three-Alarm Blaze Rips Through Mt. Laurel Condo KEN SNYDER
This 2009 Sutphen 1500/500/70' is used by Rainbow Lakes District 2 in Parsippany.
Mt. Laurel, NJ - On August 27th at approximately 12:50 P.M., multiple people in Mount Laurel called 91-1 to report a fire on all three floors of a building in the Brittany Lakes and Meadows Condominiums, located off of Larchmont Blvd. Fire crews were dispatched to the 2800 building on Auburn Court. Police arrived to find heavy fire showing from all floors and through the roof of a three-story, multi-family dwelling. Responding units immediately requested the second-alarm. Upon arrival, crews began
JUMP TO FILE #083019100 stretching lines as water sources were established. By 1:06 P.M., command requested the third-alarm to the scene as crews were having a tough time battling the fire, which was spreading rapidly through a common attic. Multiple ladder companies used master streams to knock down the fire, which took approximately one hour to bring under control. Crews remained on scene for several additional hours dousing hot spots.
Twenty condos were evacuated due to the blaze, and firefighters were able to rescue several pets from the building. A regional task force was dispatched to help cover Station 363 during the incident, which handled multiple calls while crews were busy at the fire scene. One firefighter was transported to the hospital to be evaluated for possible heat exhaustion. Fire Marshals are handling the investigation into what sparked the blaze, which is currently unknown. - LUCAS RICHARDSON
JOHN RIETH
Greenwich FD in Cumberland County operates this 2018 International/KME 1000/3000 as Tender 14.
KEN SNYDER
This 2009 International/KME 1250/3000 pumper/tanker is used by Marcella Fire Co. No. 3 in Rockaway Township.
A large portion of the roof collapsed due to the fire.
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Car Versus Tree in Beachwood
Beachwood, NJ - At 3:45 P.M. on August 23rd, the Beachwood FD responded to the intersection of Clubhouse Road and Compass Avenue for a motor vehicle accident involving a car into a tree, with the report of the tree being down on top of the car. Upon arrival, units found that the occupant of the vehicle was able to remove themselves and was being treated by police and Beachwood EMS for minor injuries. FD personnel removed the tree from the vehicle and assisted the police department with traffic control. The roadways were closed for approximately 30 minutes during the incident, which is being investigated by the Beachwood PD.
Three-Alarm Fire Displaces 29 Elizabeth Residents Elizabeth, NJ - A three-alarm fire caused extensive damage to an Elizabeth apartment building on September 3rd, leaving members of 11 families temporarily homeless. At approximately 8:40 P.M., crews responded to reports of a fire at 715 Newark Avenue. Heavy fire was showing from several floors in the rear of the three-story building. Access was difficult, with only narrow driveways on ei-
JUMP TO FILE #090419100 ther side of the building and no access from the rear. An interior attack was initiated, but members were withdrawn as flames extended to the cockloft and conditions deteriorated. Three alarms were transmitted, bringing mutual aid to the scene. Three elevated master
streams and several exterior lines were able to hold the flames to the rear portion of the structure. The fire was placed under control at about 11:00 P.M. No injuries were reported and the cause has yet to be determined, but it is not considered suspicious. Union, Roselle Park and Kenilworth assisted at the scene. - BILL TOMPKINS
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The Lebanon Fire Company once ran this 1929 Reo Speedwagon 500/500, which is now privately owned.
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DEPARTMENT PROFILE
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The West Wildwood FD is an all-volunteer company located in southern Cape May County, NJ. It borders North Wildwood City, Wildwood City, and Middle Township. West Wildwood is a small island connected to the City of Wildwood by a two-lane bridge. We serve an island resort community of 500 year-round residents, and several marinas, and as many as 10,000 seasonal residents and summer visitors. Our 26 active members man two engines (E21, E21-1), one mini-attack pumper (B21), one utility vehicle (U21), and one 14-ft. inflatable boat (M21), to provide first inital emergency service to the Borough of West Wildwood. They provide automatic mutual aid to the City of Wildwood for all reported fires, and they were also first-due with Marine 21 (M21) to Shawcrest with Erma Vol. Fire Dept for reported boat fires.
FRANK ROBINSON
Malaga Fire Company runs this 2012 Freightliner/ERV 1500/1000.
Engine 21 - 1996 Pierce Quantum, 1500-GPM/1000-GWT/50-GFT A/25-GFT B.
DAMIEN DANIS
Engine 21-1 - 1992 International/Pierce 1250-GPM/1000-GWT.
DAMIEN DANIS
Brush 21 (Mini-Attack) - 1987 Ford/Pierce, 450-GPM/300-GWT.
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JOHN RIETH
Union Fire Co. in Hopewell operates this 1990 Peterbilt/S&S 1500/3500 as Tanker 53.
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This 2008 Ford Expedition is used by Packanack Lake's Assistant Chief.
JOHN RIETH
Logan Vol. Fire Company in Pedricktown (Oldmans Twp.) operates this 1970 Kaiser M818 5-ton/Chives 250/800.
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PET FRIENDS
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Flames Strike Clifton Bagel Store
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On Sunday, August 25th, the Mystic Island VFC welcomed a new member, and her name is Molly. Chief Bonfonti and his family have a strong love for Dalmatians, with Molly becoming their fourth. A fun fact is that the name Molly represents history in the fire service, as Molly Williams was the first known female firefighter in the USA.
Clifton, NJ - Quick work by Clifton firefighters held flames to the basement of a popular bagel store before the fire could extend up on August 26th. Workers of the Clifton Bagel & Pizza store at 1115 Bloomfield Ave. were making the morning bagels, when shortly after 6:00 A.M., they began to smell smoke. Upon opening a basement door, heavy smoke started to vent from the doorway. Clifton units were
JUMP TO FILE #082619114 dispatched and transmitted the working fire on arrival. One line was stretched into the front door and another entered the basement through a door on the 'D' side of the one-story structure. The seat of the fire was quickly located and extinguished. A second-alarm was transmitted for manpower.
Fans were set up to remove the smoke from the bagel store, and also from the attached nail boutique. The fire was soon placed under control with no injuries reported. The health department was called. Bloomfield and Montclair assisted at the scene with others covering the empty firehouses. - BILL TOMPKINS
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This 1899 American LaFrance hose cart is the pride of the Hampton Fire Company.
Members of the Ocean Grove FD attended a roof ventilation training drill night session in July, conducted by All Hands Fire Training based in Neptune City, NJ. Various saws were used and operated on plywood roof props.
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In the days when station wagons were popular chief's vehicles, Freehold used this 1989 Ford.
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Wildwood F-331 had this 1986 Ford/3D/1250-GPM/55-foot Thibault boom apparatus.
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Freehold Twp. Station 16-1 displayed their two new chief's vehicles, 2018 & 2019 Chevy Tahoes designated as 16-1-66 & 16-1-67, at the 2019 Monmouth County Firefighters Competition held at Adelphia firehouse, Station 19-2.
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Lincoln Park Deputy Chief David Koldyk answers alarms in this 2010 Chevy Tahoe.
Saddle Brook EMS-5 is a 2003 Ford Expedition that originally served as a fire chief's unit.
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Wildwood F-336 was a 1981 Mack MC model 1500-GPM/400-GWT pumper with two reels of 1000-feet of 3-inch hose.
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Slow Cooker Season is Here…
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KEN SNYDER
This 2013 KME 2000/300/81' Aerial Cat is used by the Highlands, NJ FD.
Time to brush the dust off the ol’ slow cooker! It’s a shame that they get “type casted” as the perfect cool weather kitchen tool, but in all reality that's exactly what they are. Some may even scoff at the notion of using one because it basically does all the hard work for you. But why? In every other aspect of our life we look to technology to make our lives a little easier. Yet when it comes to cooking, some look at slow cookers as “cheating”. I call B.S.! We live in a crazy, hectic society which demands a lot of our time. This is
also true in the fire service where we are called upon to respond to many types of emergencies, building inspections, training, etc. So with busier shifts, cooking can sometimes be put on the back burner, pun intended. Why shouldn’t we use a tool that will help us put something homemade and delicious on the table for our crew? The answer is simple; we should be! Slow cookers, a.k.a Crock Pots, should be in every firehouse kitchen. But before you go ahead and tell me the only thing they are good for is chili, let me explain. The technique called braising involves cooking an ingredient, usually meat, submerged about halfway in a liquid. It's almost always used on tougher, fattier cuts of meat as they need time to break down. The connective tissue, fat and collagen all need time to ren-
der into a delicious, moist, tender piece of meat. Braising is traditionally done in a dutch oven or other heavy bottomed pot. Good news!! A slow cooker can help you achieve the same results!! This recipe for Beef Cacciatore with Quinoa is the perfect example of using a slow cooker for something other than chili. By browning the beef in a pan first, we are able to brown the outside, creating more flavor. If time is truly of the essence you can skip this step. Cacciatore is traditionally made with chicken or rabbit, but the flavors and acidity of tomatoes cut through the fattiness of the beef perfectly. And to make this dish a little healthier we are serving it with quinoa, an ancient grain that is full of protein, fiber, vitamins and is also gluten-free. And remember, chili isn’t the only thing a slow cooker is good for!
SLOW COOKER BEEF - QUINOA TACO BOWL Serves 4
Ingredients:
FRANK ROBINSON
The Mizpah Fire Company operates this 2000 HME/Central 2250/1000, aka "The Blue Typhoon".
KEN SNYDER
Rescue 44 of the Lake Hiawatha, NJ FD is this 2015 Pierce Arrow XT.
For the Beef: 2.5 lb. Beef Chuck Roast 32 oz. Can Crushed Tomatoes ½ Onion, chopped 2 Whole Garlic Cloves 1 Tbs. Dried Oregano Salt, to taste Fresh Cracked Black Pepper, to taste EVOO For the Bowl: 1 Cup Dry Quinoa, cooked according to package 1 Ear of Corn, cooked/kernels cut off (substitute with sauteed frozen corn) 1 Avocado, sliced ¼ Onion, chopped 2 Tomatoes, chopped Cilantro Refried Beans: Recipe to follow 1 - 15 oz. Can Pinto Beans, drained ¼ Onion, chopped fine 1 Garlic Clove, chopped EVOO Salt, to taste Procedure:
-Season the beef on all sides with plenty of salt and black pepper.
FRANK ROBINSON
The Clayton Fire Company operates this 2004 Seagrave 1250/750 as Engine 41-13.
-Heat up a pan over medium heat, add a few glugs of EVOO. When the oil simmers, pat dry the beef and carefully add to the pan. Brown on all sides, set aside in slow cooker. -Lower heat to low. Add the
onions, sauté until translucent. Add garlic and oregano and sauté until the garlic starts to brown. Add the tomato sauce, deglaze the browned bits with a wooden spoon. Add the tomato mixture to the slow cooker with the beef. -Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours. Remove the beef to a plate to cool slightly and then shred, set aside.
-Arrange all the toppings so that everyone can make their own taco bowl. Refried Beans:
-In a medium skillet over medium heat, add enough
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-Carefully add the drained beans, stir to combine. Add a little bit of water to loosen the mixture up. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring frequently. When the beans start to soften, about 3-5 minutes, smash about ½ of the beans using the back of a fork. -If needed, add more water to get the consistency you are looking for. Taste and adjust seasoning.
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LITTLE BIG GUYS
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On May 22nd, designers from the NIKE "Jordan Design Team" visited with staff and instructors of All Hands Fire Equipment & Training located in Neptune City, NJ. The designers routinely visit with other markets to inspire and generate new designs for their apparel and sneakers. The day's events included training evolution, operating on rope, navigating some firefighter challenge props, visiting the local firehouse and reviewing the various tools of the fire service.
In Mercer County, SS-40 of the Robbinsville Township Fire Department is this 2008 Ford F-450 SLT Super Duty with a Reading Classic II body. It has a five-seat cab, V-8 power stroke diesel engine, inflatable boat, TNT rescue tools, two dewatering pumps, 1 ž-inch hose, BLS equipment, hand tools, two SCBA and four telescoping floodlights.
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Robbinsville SS-40, 2008 Ford F-450, XLT, Super Duty/Reading Classic II with inflatable boat.
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Right/rear of Robbinsville's SS-40.
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APPARATUS IN ACTION
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A city block covered in smoke was the background for Paterson Rescue 2's 2019 Ferrara walk-in style rescue truck at the 5th alarm on Straight St., August 24th.
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Dog Perishes in Englewood House Fire
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The crew from Wayne Truck 4, a 2007 Pierce Dash 2000-GPM/105foot quint, turn out from the staging area on Straight St. in Paterson during the city's 5th alarm, to return to Wayne due to a multi-alarm fire in the township.
Englewood, NJ - Early Sunday morning, August 18th, Englewood firefighters battled a third-alarm house fire that claimed the life of a family pet. Crews were dispatched to 185 W. Demarest Avenue just before 6:30 A.M., for a reported house fire. Tour Commander Johnston arrived on scene to a large threestory home with heavy fire on the first and second floors, with extension into the attic. A second-alarm was transmitted on arrival. Truck 1 took the front of the building as Engine 3 hit the hydrant and stretched a line through the front door. Crews were met
JUMP TO FILE #081819104 with heavy smoke from the front door as they advanced to the rear of the home, where heavy fire conditions burned through the floor to the second floor. A second line was stretched to the second floor as firefighters made a quick knock on the heavy fire on both floors. Mutual Aid from Teaneck, Hackensack and Tenafly arrived on scene to assist Englewood firefighters with searches, ventilation and extinguishment of the remaining fire. The homeowners were
able to escape prior to firefighters' arrival. During searches a dog was removed from the home, not breathing. Firefighters immediately administered CPR, however the dog passed away on scene. A thirdalarm was transmitted as fire extended into the attic area. Leonia, Bogota and Bergenfield arrived on scene to assist with overhaul and extinguishing any hot spots. The fire was knocked down within 30 minutes. No other injuries were reported, and the cause of the fire is under investigation. - CHRIS TOMPKINS
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BOB SHERMAN JR.
Robbinsville Squad Co. 40 operating at a shed fire on Old York Road in Robbinsville.
RON JEFFERS
Paterson Engine 1's 2015 Pierce 1500-GPM top-mount pumper operated in thick smoke, which lifted during this photo, while operating at the Straight and Narrow counseling center building, Straight St., that went to 5 alarms, August 24th.
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Basic Pump Operations training was held in Tinton Falls back in June, provided by All Hands Fire Training based in Neptune City, NJ. Firefighters attended over 24 hours of training, covering a variety of skills and evolution.
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Vehicle News
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Norwood has placed into service a 2019 Seagrave 1750-GPM/750-GWT pumper with The New Brunswick FD recently took delivery of a 2019 Ferrara Cinder pumper, des8-man cab, 9000-lb. portable winch, Harrison generator and hydraulic ladder rack. ignated Engine 1. It has a Waterous CMU 1750-GPM pump and 750-gallon water tank, and was sold by Firefighter One.
Edison Engine 11 recently received a 2018 Spartan pumper. It has a Hale Q-Max 1500- Ridgewood Rescue 42 has been assigned a 2019 Ferrara Cinder model with fourGPM pump and 750-gallon water tank, and is also equipped with a Harrison 6kW gen- man cab, portable winch, 10 kW generator, and many more features. erator. It was sold by Campbell Supply Co., LLC.
The Edison FD recently placed a 2018 Spartan pumper into service as Engine Co. 4. Millstone Squad 32 is a new Pierce Velocity PUC 1500-GPM/750-GWT/30-A GFT/30It has a Hale Q-Max 1500-GPM pump and 750-gallon water tank, and is also equipped B GFT model rescue pumper, sold by Fire & Safety Services. with a Harrison 6kW generator. It was sold by Campbell Supply Co., LLC.
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Vehicle News
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The Washington Borough FD in Warren County recently took delivery of a 2019 Pierce Saber FR pumper. It has a 2000-GPM pump, 750-gallon water tank and 30-gallon foam tank. It was sold by Fire & Safety Services.
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In Mount Olive Twp., Budd Lake FD Rescue 55 is a 2019 Ferrara Ultra 1500-GPM/500- Butler has accepted delivery of a 2019 Pierce Enforcer 1500-GPM/500-GWT/110-foot GWT/40B-GFT model. It replaced a rescue-pumper and a tactical unit. The truck has Ascendant model quint. The rig has a 233.50" wheelbase, and it was sold by Fire & an extruded aluminum body and possesses many features. Safety Services.
Cranford EMS-2 is a new Ford F550/Horton model ambulance.
Cranford Engine 2 has been assigned a 2019 Pierce Enforcer 2000-GPM/750- The Harmony Twp. FD recently took delivery of this 2018 Pierce Saber 4x4 pumper. GWT/50B-GFT pumper, sold by Fire & Safety Services. It has a 1250-GPM pump, 750-gallon water tank, and a Pierce Husky 3 foam system with 20-gallon foam tank. It was sold by Fire & Safety Services.
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The Phillipsburg FD recently took delivery of this 2018 Pierce Enforcer pumper with 50' Snozzle. It's equipped with a 2000-GPM pump, 750-gallon water tank, and 250-gallon Class B foam cell. It was sold by Fire & Safety Services.
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Goodwill Fire Co. of Belvidere recently took delivery of a 2019 Pierce Enforcer pumper. It has a 1250-GPM pump and 750-gallon water tank. It was sold by Fire & Safety Services.
On August 23rd, executives from the South Jersey Federal Credit Union presented a check for $1,500 to the Burn Foundation to underwrite the cost of Collector Pins to be sold during the Burn Foundations Fundraiser at the Wildwood Firemen’s Convention, September 13th and 14th of this year. Vice President Kenneth Barnshaw is pictured holding the enlarged copy of the pin design. The
JUMP TO FILE #082619121 image, “5AM CALL”, was created by artist Joseph M. Getsinger, who has supported the Burn Foundation for 39 years with his art which will be used in the collector pin, the framed #1 Giclee Canvas and 25 prints which will be given away with this raffle.
The raffle will be drawn on Saturday, September 14th at 1:00 P.M., at the Burn Foundation booth in the tented vendor area of the convention. This is the second year the SJFCU has sponsored the Collector Pin. Representatives of SJFCU will be at the Convention to answer any questions regarding their credit union. - JOSEPH M. GETSINGER
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This mural adorns the front of the quarters of Jersey City Engine Co. 17, Ladder Co. 11, Mask Service Unit and Field Training Officer's quarters on Kearney Avenue.
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STILL IN SERVICE
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Scotch Plains Rescue 1661, a 1998 Pierce Saber, is still in service. It has a six-ton winch. The onboard generator has been relegated to limited use due to the newer battery operated rescue tools that are now carried.
"My name is Brian Walters and I run with the FDNY. I’ve been on the job 15+ years. I’ve been fighting the red dragon since day 1 and will never stop. I’m currently a captain in the 3rd division. I have my lieutenant's helmet from the eye of the storm Engine 280, located in Brooklyn, featured in the tattoo. The clock indicates my dedication to helping the community and fighting fires 24/7."
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This 1981 Hahn chassis started out as a Fire Spire model rear-mount aerial ladder, painted lime, for the Cranford FD. In 1993, it was refurbished by Marion and converted into a rescue truck, which still faithfully serves the community.
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Parsippany's Office of Emergency Management operates this 1985 GMC Value Van model as a field communications unit. It originally served as the township HazMat truck.
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Moonachie Assistant Chiefs Justin Derevyanik, left, and William Hunt take a break after a fire was knocked down in a Little Ferry apartment, Aug. 11th.
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Hasbrouck Heights Crews Battle Fast-Moving Garage Fire Hasbrouck Heights, NJ Crews quickly extinguished a garage fire at 275 Columbus Ave. on the afternoon of September 1st. The fire broke out just after 12:00 P.M. in the detached garage located at the corner of Summit Street. "There was heavy fire in the JUMP TO FILE# garage upon our ar- 090219103 rival,” said Hasbrouck Heights Assistant Chief David Gumbrecht. The main body of fire was knocked down within about 10 minutes. Firefighters' quick response prevented flames from extending to nearby homes. No injuries were reported, and the fire is still under investigation by the Hasbrouck Heights Fire Prevention Office. Mutual aid from Wallington assisted on the scene while companies from South Hackensack, Little Ferry, Moonachie and Carlsadat covered at fire headquarters. - DAMIEN DANIS
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MVA in North Bergen Causes Traffic Delays
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About two years ago, this feature presented a mural of a green witch that was on the back of the tender of the Greenwich Fire Department in Cumberland County. The town pronounces its name as Green “Witch.” Since that time they have sold the tender and took delivery of a new one. They decided to have a revised witch painted on it and their new pumper bought prior to ordering the pumper/tender. The mural shown is of the new “Green Witch” on a compartment door of the pumper. She’s a beauty!
North Bergen, NJ - North Hudson Ladder Co. 1 arrived at the scene of an MVA on August 27th at Bergen Turnpike and Tonnelle Ave. in North Bergen, as EMTs and police checked on the driver and his dog. A traffic light pole was knocked down, closing the southbound lanes on one of North Hudson's most traveled roadways.
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Members of the Union FD attended a Confined Space Rescue Operations class back in June. The program was delivered in Union at their training academy, and was provided by All Hands Fire Training based in Neptune City, NJ.
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NJ Forest Fire Service Celebrates Smokey Bear's 75th Birthday Jersey City, NJ - On August 10th, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service held a 75th Birthday celebration for Smokey Bear at the Liberty State Park in Jersey City, NJ. The event was in the planning stages for almost a JUMP TO FILE# year, with coopera- 090419106 tion from many other agencies, including the NJ Park Service and the NJ State Park Police. A New Jersey Forest Fire Service Incident Management Team was assembled to assist with planning, finance, logistics, and operations before and during the event. A local High School band welcomed Smokey when he arrived by a NJ Forest Fire Service Helicopter. Various officials, dignitaries and invited guests spoke about the celebration of Smokey Bear. Various displays of wildland fire apparatus were available to the park visitors, including helicopters, dozers, water tenders, wildland engines and other support units. In addition, wildland fire apparatus were also on display from the National Park Service, US Fish and Wildlife Service and US Fish and Wildlife Service Joint Base McGuire Lakehurst Dix Wildfire Module. The Fire Department of New York attended with Marine Co.9 (the Fire Fighter II), which provided a water display, as well as Ladder 343, the ceremonial ladder truck. The Jersey City FD provided Engine 5 along with their Marine Unit. Fort Lee New Jersey FD had their fire safety house available. Smokey Bear historical artifacts were also on display in the historic train terminal at Liberty State Park. Family fun included bounce houses, a petting zoo, and other activities. A wildland firefighting obstacle course for children was set up, as well as a children’s "Taskbook�, where the children had to visit each wildland fire apparatus display, ask a series of questions and then get their book stamped. Over 150 NJ Forest Fire Service firefighters participated, as well as an additional 50 firefighters from the other various agencies. Over 70 NJ Forest Fire Service vehicles were mobilized for this event. All three divisions of the NJ Forest Fire Service sent equipment and personnel to assist. This event was one of the largest non-wildfire mobilizations held by the NJ Forest Fire Service ever, with an estimated 6,000 park visitors in attendance. The Camden County Fire Police Rehab Unit provided refreshments for all emergency service personnel at the event. The weather was spectacular, and a good time was had by all! - JOHN RIETH
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Life Happens or is There a Plan... Chaplain's Corner Didymus McHugh
Much of society goes through life and they think that life happens to them. Is it that way, or is there rhyme and reason behind things? I have said it many times that if you want to make God laugh, tell Him the plans that you have for your life. Life happens as we are making plans for our lives. Many times, we may be young and full of ambition and know that we want to take the world by storm. God chuckles. Do you really think that people were growing up as children and said that they wanted to be drug addicts? No, I cannot imagine anyone who thought "Hey, when I grow up, I want to put a needle in my arm and almost die." Harsh reality. We start out where we plan that when we finish high school, we may plan to be an engineer, computer programmer, stock broker, firefighter, law enforcement officer, or what have you. But then reality happens. You get brought down a road that you may never have expected. A relative may have died. You may have received an interesting medical diagnosis. Your finances may not be what you have expected. So, you need to take different paths in life. Jeremiah 29:11 states "For I know the plans I have for you,� declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah was a prophet who was around about 600 years before Christ and he wrote about his life and his struggles. But I digress, we have things that hit us in the face and we cannot make sense of it. We may never connect all the dots, but we just need to have patience and we will see why things in our lives happen. You may not like where you are now and the things that are happening to you, but I want you to get a journal and write it down. When you go back to the journals years from now, your troubles may not seem so big because over the years, you have learned to conquer the challenges. You may see that there was an event in your life that has prepared you for work that God has set for you. I have a good friend who per-
formed with top recording artists, and even performed at Carnegie Hall. He has a substance abuse challenge. He had to fight this. It did not disappear overnight. Now the individual performs all around the country and has helped countless people get into rehab, and brought so many people to Christ. Do you think that the individual would have even been able to dream about the work that they are doing now? No, the individual thought that they were going to spend their life behind bars. How many bad calls have you seen? How many nights were you up because a call kept replaying in your head? How many fights did you get into with family members because they could not understand what you were going through, or your pain? But later in life you decide to help other people so they do not have to be alone. God has a way of taking things that were made for evil and turns it into good, for His purpose. We may not be able to even conceive what good can come out of what we consider a disaster in our life, like a child dying so young. Maybe the parent becomes an advocate for children, or helps parents with their situations. So many of us become heroes because of what we have gone through. Many of us do not even consider ourselves as heroes. What can you do with the pain that you have dealt with, or that you are dealing with? There are many places in the Bible that tells us that we are supposed to be looking out for the orphans and widows. Many people who do God's work, and are willing to serve as the hands of God, could never have seen that coming. But God saw it coming. From before you were even conceived by your mother, God had a plan for your life. Just be willing to trust God with your life. It may not be something that you are ready for yet, but just review your life. You will see that God has been at work in your life. You may not be able to see it now, but later you may. He has a special plan for your life because you are very special to Him. You may not have spoken to God in years. You may have turned your back on Him, or do not even think that He exists. That's okay, God is patient and He believes in you. He is here for you. He will never leave nor forsake you. Take comfort. God has a plan for your life, even if you do not see it.
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Fire Erupts at Junkyard in Hamilton Twp. Hamilton Twp., NJ - On July 11th at 2:06 P.M., Engines 18 and 13 were dispatched to Paterson Avenue for a junkyard fire. E-18, under the direction of Captain Christopher Conti, reported a pile of scrap cars on fire. While enroute, hearing the initial report and seeing a large column of smoke, E-13 Officer/Captain Fred Mather requested an aerial truck to be dispatched, as well as HTFD Duty Chief (12). C12 Christopher Tozzi arrived to assume command from E-13 as a pile of dismantled cars in a scrapyard were on fire.
JUMP TO FILE #082619102 (Two) one-and-three-quarter inch lines were in service with minimal pressure/flow because of a hydrant issue. E-13 corrected the problem at the hydrant and re-established adequate water. The fire was knocked down, but overhaul was hindered due to an abnormal amount of flammable liquid in the debris. Fire Marshal Scott McCormick and a hazardous materials representative were requested. An exposure
building was checked and found negative for fire. A power line impinged by flames was investigated by PSE&G and found to be unaffected. The debris pile was broken apart by an excavator on site and all remaining fire was put out. DEP was notified of the fuel spill and booms were placed to prevent run off. No injuries were reported. Hamilton Fire Police assisted with traffic control during the incident. - BOB SHERMAN
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Hampton Firefighter Gary Magyar, left, and his son, Gary Jr., get ready to participate in the annual Boonton Fire Department Labor Day Parade, Aug. 31st, with the department's 1950 International/Bruco 750-GPM pumper.
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Beachwood Crews Respond to Working Basement Fire Beachwood, NJ - At approximately 10:40 A.M. on August 19th, the Beachwood and Pine Beach Fire Departments responded to the 500 block of Beachwood Blvd., for the report of smoke in the basement. Upon arrival it was determined that there was a working fire in the basement JUMP TO FILE# that began to 083019116 progress into the first floor of the ranch style home. Additional units were requested from the Manitou Park and Pinewald Fire Departments, and an R.I.T. team responded from the Toms River FD. The fire was extinguished in approximately one hour. No residents were injured and one firefighter was treated for an eye injury. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Ocean County Fire Marshal's Office, Ocean County Prosecutor's Office and the Beachwood PD. Beachwood, South Toms River and multiple other units of an EMS task force assisted at the scene with rehabilitation of the emergency workers. - BEACHWOOD VOL. FD
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New E-ONE’s For Monroe Township District 1
This is the Monroe Township in Middlesex County, not the one in Gloucester County. The first apparatus is an E-ONE Cyclone HP100 rearmount platform quint. It has a Hale Qmax, single-stage 2000-GPM pump and a 300-gallon water tank. The body is of 3/16th inch aluminum. The outrigger spread is 15-feet, six-inches. The scene lighting is by Ridgid and Whelen. The second apparatus is a “dedicated” rescue truck (no pump or water tank). It also is a Cyclone and has a Cummins ISX 12, 500 hp diesel engine. The body is a 22-foot walkaround. It has an Onan 25 kw PTO generator, Whelen and Fire Tech scene lighting, a Warn 9,000-pound winch, a Holmatro four tool PTO system and Holmatro battery operated rescue tools. The next two apparatus featured are from West Deptford (Gloucester County). I must apologize to the kind and cooperative personnel who pulled these vehicles out because it took so long to get into the column. With the many apparatus that I photograph, it simply slipped my mind that I had not featured them until now because they were new when the shots were taken. Both are KME's. The pumper from Colonial Manor is a Predator Panther and the rescue is a Panther with the Verga Fire Company. In the same county we are featuring a Freightliner M2/Hackney light and air truck from the Star Cross Fire Company in Franklin Township. Two Edison tag on Spartan ER pumpers are next which brought the order to five, and a special operations unit which is a Freightliner, M2 106 with a Morgan body and rear lift gate. The last vehicle featured is a Pierce Arrow XT, PUC pumper for the Griggstown Fire Company in Franklin Township that is in Somerset County. In dealer news Fire & Safety Services reports the following Pierce deliveries: Laurel Springs (Camden County) received an Impel heavy duty rescue pumper and Mahwah (Bergen County), an Arrow XT pumper. Pierce orders include an Arrow XT pumper for Dumont and an Enforcer pumper for Ridgefield (both Bergen County), an Enforcer pumper for Chester (Morris County), and two Enforcer pumpers for Hamilton Township in Mercer County. One is for Groveville and the other for Colonial. Absolute Fire Protection is prepping for Jersey City (Hudson County) an EONE Metro 100-foot rear-mount for Ladder 8. They have received an order from Elmwood Park (Bergen County) for a mini pumper on a Ford F-550 chassis. It will have a 1250-GPM pump, 300-gallon water tank and will be for Company 3. Campbell Supply Co., LLC has delivered to the Fairmount FC protecting Tewksbury and Washington Townships (Morris County), a Spartan ER, Star CAFS pumper. Specs include a Gladiator MFD chassis with 10-inch raised roof cab, Cummins ISX, 565 hp diesel engine, Waterous CSU, 2000-GPM pump, 200 CFM, CAFS, 750-gallon water and 30-gallon foam tanks, and a Harrison 10 kw generator. Spartan 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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Monroe Twp. Tower 51, 2018 E-ONE Cyclone, 2000/275,30A, 100foot, and 8 kw generator. It was sold by Absolute Fire Protection.
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West Deptford Twp., Colonial Manor FC, E-632, 2016 KME Predator Panther 1750/750/30 and has a 7.7 kw generator. It was sold by First Priority Emergency Vehicles. JOHN M. MALECKY
Griggstown FC in Franklin Twp. (Somerset County) E-35, 2018 Pierce Arrow XT, PUC, 1500/750/20A and 10 kw generator. It was sold by Fire & Safety Services.
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West Deptford Twp., Verga FC, HR-628, 2016 KME Predator, 1500/300 with 30 kw generator, air cascade system, 9,000-pound portable winch and 16,000-pound rear winch. It was sold by First Priority Emergency Vehicles. JOHN M. MALECKY
ER’s being prepped are a 100-foot rearmount platform quint for Beach Haven (Ocean County), a 100-foot mid-mount quint for the McAfee FC in Vernon Township (Sussex County), a pumper for the Community FC in Wayne Township (Passaic County), and a
pumper for South Orange (Essex County). Orders include for the Morganville FC in Marlboro Township (Monmouth County), a Star Series rescue pumper. Specs include a Gladiator ELFD chassis with 20-inch raised roof cab, Cummins ISX 12, 500 hp diesel
engine, Darley PSM, 1500-GPM pump, Foam Pro 2002 system, 750-gallon water, 20 and 30 gallon foam tanks, and a Harrison 10 kw generator. For the Borough of Garwood (Union County), a stock 100-foot mid-mount platform with Gladiator MFD chassis, 10-inch raised roof cab, Cummins ISX-15, 600 hp diesel engine, Waterous CSUD, 2000-GPM pump, 300-gallon water
tank, Harrison 10 kw generator and 155 cubic feet of storage. I believe this will be their first aerial piece. For the Community FC in Wayne Township (whose pumper is now being prepped as stated above), a separate contract for refurbishing a 2003 Spartan/Saulsbury Class “A” pumper that will be done at the Spartan re-furb facility in Ephrata, PA.
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North Hudson firefighters wet down a fire in a rear shed, on 88th St., North Bergen, that contained propane tanks, Aug. 11th. Exposures included an adjacent gas station.
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IN SERVICE If you have photos you would like to see in our In Service feature, please upload them on our website www.1stResponderNews.com or email them to Lindsey@1stResponderNews.com.
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Logan Vol. Fire Company in Pedricktown (Oldmans Twp.) operates this 1995 Peterbilt/72 Fruehauf 8000-gallon (no pump) tender.
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Wildwood FD Receives New EMS Bikes Thanks to Donation
Roxbury Engine 21 is a 2016 KME Predator 2000/1000.
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Wildwood, NJ - The Wildwood FD cruised around the City of Wildwood on two brand new EMS bicycles this summer thanks to the Wildwood Business Improvement District and the Boardwalk Special Improvement District! Due to their generosity, the Wildwood FD was able to replace their 15-year-old bikes. The new bikes, purchased from Zippy’s in Downtown Wildwood, are outfitted with EMS equipment. These bikes are utilized for quick response to EMS situations where larger vehicles can not access, such as the Boardwalk and Byrne Plaza. Earlier in the season, members of the Wildwood FD gathered at Byrne Plaza on Pacific Ave. for a photo with the new EMS bikes. (L to R): Wildwood Firefighters Julio Rivera, Captain Matt Johnson, John Sharp and Tina Sacco, WBID President John Donio, Fire Chief Daniel Speigel and Zippy’s Bikes owner, Scott Chambers.
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The Hopewell-Stow Creek FD operates this 2017 Spartan ERV 2000/3000.
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Community Vol. Fire Co. 3 in Warren Township operates this 1999 International/new Lexington 3000-gallon (no pump).
Rochelle Park Engine 1's 2018 KME Predator model 1500-GPM pumper, left, has replaced a 1989 Pierce Lance 1500-GPM model.
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FACES OF NEW JERSEY’S EMERGENCY SERVICES
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Paterson Chief of Department Brian McDermott, right, talks with a fire investigator at the 5-alarm fire involving an old mill building, used as a counseling center on Straight Street, August 24th.
Members of New Brunswick Engine Co. 1 with their new Ferrara 1750-GPM pumper, (L to R): Lt. C. Thomas, and Firefighters E. Rivera and N. Giannaci.
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Hamilton Twp. (Mercer County) Fire District #4-Station 14 'D' Platoon members, (L to R): Captain Nicola Creo, and Firefighters Shaun Diabik, Michael Lombardo and Richard Cummings, pose with Engine 14, a 2016 Pierce 1500-GPM pumper.
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Members of Plainfield Engine Co. 4 with their 2017 E-One Typhoon model 1500-GPM pumper, (L to R): Lt. R. Peace, and Firefighters D. Damon and A. Conley.
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Edison firefighters with Engine 11's 2018 Spartan 1500-GPM pumper are, (L to R): Acting Captain A. Vicidomini, and Firefighters A. Tumminell, N. Sacco and B. Jones.
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Hasbrouck Heights Assistant Chief Dave Gumbrecht and Fire Official Rob Knobloch at a garage fire on Columbus Ave., September 1st.
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PRIZED POSSESSIONS
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The Beachwood FD has undertaken a history project that has been ongoing for the past several years. During that time one of our goals was to obtain photographs of our departed members, particularly those who earned the distinction of being recognized on our department's memorial. We have had great success over the years, and have met or corresponded with some of our member's families. It has been our honor and pleasure to hear the stories and to preserve our history.
from 1922! Also, Chief Polsan was badge #16, which is our station number under Ocean County's numbering system. Thank you to the Polsan family for entrusting us with these items and your father's memory. Thank you as well to everyone who has helped us along the way make contact with our past. Our mission continues and we ask that anyone who has information on some of our members
from generations ago, or wish to share old photos, to please contact us (rhull@bvfd16.com). Additionally, we have partnered with local historian Eric Weber in support of his book on the history of Beachwood. Visit our website at www.bvfd16.com to learn more about our fire department and get a glimpse at some local history.
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Logan Vol. Fire Company of Pedricktown, located in Oldmans Twp., operates this 2018 KME 2000/2800/20a/30b as Engine 3-1.
We would like to recognize our second Fire Chief, John Polsan, who was a founding member of our department, and served as an officer before becoming Chief of the Department in 1935. After serving with us, Chief Polsan and his family moved away, eventually settling in Chico, CA. Over the past year we made contact with and corresponded with Chief Polsan's son, John. It has been great to learn about Chief Polsan's role in the creation of our department and keeping our department together when there was talks of it splitting into two companies back in 1927. Chief Polsan's son John sent us his father's badges to be preserved in our display at the firehouse. Included was our original Deputy Chief badge
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Reliance Fire Co. in Woodstown operates this 1994 Mack CH/89 Walker/2015 Hi-Tech 350/6200 (from Lancaster, PA).
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Star Cross Vol. Fire Company in Franklin Twp. operates this 2002 American LaFrance Eagle/RD Murry 1000/2900/100b.
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Heislerville Fire Co. in Cumberland County operates this 1999 Freightliner/Consolidated Electric Co. (5000-gallons).
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ANTIQUE APPARATUS
WORKING FACES
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Brookside Engine Co. of Mendham Township once ran this 1934 Mack 750/300.
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City of Wildwood FD Captain Matthew Johnson and Firefighter Rich Harron were deployed to Miami, Florida with New Jersey Task Force One (NJ-TF1) Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) at the end of August for the pending Hurricane Dorian strike.
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FLASHBACK
FIREFIGHTER PROFILES
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This 1953 Mack 750/300 was once used by the Irvington Auxiliary Fire Department.
Packanack Lake No. 5 in Wayne Twp. once ran this 1951 Mack 750/300.
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Please join us in congratulating Firefighter Matt Markey on his retirement from active service with the Cherry Hill Fire Department, effective August 1, 2019. Prior to his full time hiring, Matt served as a firefighter and fire officer for Cherry Hill Fire District #5. Hired in August of 1995, Matt’s first assignment brought him to Station 5 on the 'A' Platoon. During his first few years and after transferring to 'C' Platoon in January of 2002, he was instrumental in the setup of the department’s initial SCBA shop located at Station 5. In May of 2006, FF Markey was transferred to Engine 22A where he served for 2 years before transferring to the 'C' Platoon at that company. January of 2012 brought Matt across town to Ladder 44 where he was assigned to the 'A' Platoon. Shortly thereafter, he earned a Departmental Individual EMS Award for efforts in the successful resuscitation of a cardiac arrest patient. In 2013, he was transferred back west to Ladder 24C. In December of 2016 he returned to Engine 22, this time serving on the 'B' Platoon. In April, Matt was transferred back to the same assignment and platoon where he had first started 24 years ago, Squrt 51A.
FF Markey developed a reputation through his career as a proficient and aggressive firefighter and nozzleman. He was specifically recognized for this in 1998 by then Chief of Department Gerald F. Grover for his actions taken at a significant fire in November of that year. Along with his reputation as a firefighter, Matt assisted in numerous departmental initiatives where his skills as a licensed electrician were proven invaluable with his numerous contributions. Further sharing these skills and knowledge, he developed and delivered a departmental training program which provided an overview of the rise in solar energy panels and how to safely operate at emergencies involving them. Regularly demonstrating a sense of pride in his job, and known for his quick wit and sense of humor, FF Markey has also been the recipient of many department accolades. On behalf of the entire department and the Board of Fire Commissioners, we wish FF Matthew Markey success in his future endeavors and thank him for his service.
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Multiple Crews Dispatched to Train Equipment Fire in Hamilton Hamilton, NJ - On July 1st at 2:48 P.M., Hamilton Squad 12, Engine 14 under the direction of Captain Harold Summers, was dispatched to Hamilton Train Station Track 2 where NJ Transit Police reported a train equipment fire. Duty Chief (12) JUMP TO FILE# Christopher Tozzi ar- 082619100 rived and assumed command, reporting a single rail vehicle that contained a 600gallon diesel fuel tank heavily involved. Additional Hamilton units dispatched were Tower 17, Engines 13, 15, 16, 18 and 19, and Hamilton Fire Police. Units on scene preparing to attack the fire were moved back to a safer distance based on the fuel tank information that was given by a worker on scene. That worker was assigned to the command post and was joined by multiple Amtrak personnel that were requested by command to ensure that all power was shut down to the overhead lines. Crews were ordered to cool the fuel tank area of the car from a safe distance, keeping the streams low and parallel to the ground. A Foam Task Force was requested, dispatching Trenton/Mercer Airport Engine 34 with Chief 34, Stuart Steele. Foam trailers from East Windsor, West Windsor, Middlesex and Mercer County responded. As a secondary water source was ordered, Tower 17 raised the platform and awaited orders to flow when the power was confirmed off. Crews made progress on the fire, so much that the ladder tower operation was suspended and master streams were utilized. Power was confirmed off and crews were authorized by command to begin an aggressive attack. Fuel tank area temperature was monitored with laser heat guns and remained below 500-degrees. The bulk of the fire was knocked down when Amtrak officials asked to power up Tracks 3 and 4 to move a train further north to offload passengers onto a platform. Crews were moved off the railway and the lines were energized. All firefighters were then sent through a rehab sector staffed by RWJUHBLS. The lines were once again deenergized and overhaul commenced. Some forcible entry was required to gain access and direct water on to all in the unified command post, and was relinquished back to the authority of Amtrak. No injuries were reported. Mercer County Fire Coordinator John Newbon, Sr. also responded. Mutual Aid companies covering Hamilton Stations were Prospect Heights Engine 31, Burlington's Ladder 6015 and Engines 2612 and 3211, and Middlesex Tower 57. Stations 13, 14, 16, 17 and 18 had second crews called in to cover. Units were on location until 5:37 P.M. - BOB SHERMAN
Amtrack workers look over the train equipment fire at Hamilton's train station, July 1st. BOB SHERMAN JR.
Chief Christopher Tozzi at the Hamilton Train Station rail vehicle fire with Mercer County Foam Engine 81 in the background. BOB SHERMAN JR.
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Fire Does Significant Damage to Wildwood Motel Wildwood, NJ - City of Wildwood firefighters were dispatched to the 400 West block of Baker Ave. for a reported dwelling fire around 12:40 P.M. on August 28th. Squad 3, under the command of Captain Aldo Sacco, along with NWFD Quint 2, arrived and found smoke issuing from a motel in a four-unit JUMP TO FILE# 090619122 building. The fire was quickly extinguished and damage was held to the room of origin. The fire unit was not occupied during the incident, and no injuries were reported. Firefighters from Stone Harbor, Rio Grande, West Wildwood and Wildwood Crest covered the city during the incident. Wildwood Crest EMS staged at Wildwood Fire Headquarters, and Wildwood Police assisted with traffic control. Damage is estimated at $50,000 resulting in the building being completely shut-down and occupants relocated. Wildwood City FD and the Cape May County Fire Marshal’s Office investigated and determined the fire to be accidental. - CITY OF WILDWOOD FD
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This is a hard cover book measuring 5 ½ inches by 8 inches with 173 pages. It is a different kind of read in one respect; it's told in the words of the arsonist himself! In other words, in “first person.” The background is that between 1980 and 2005, this serial arsonist terrorized neighborhoods throughout Washington DC and its metropolitan area. His arrest came in 2005 after having set hundreds of fires, some deadly. Though many tried to contact this man in prison, none were successful except for our author. He has a long list of credentials, including being an officer in a career fire department and a chief in a volunteer one. He talked and wrote to this arsonist for three years, although he never visited with him. To read what this criminal wrote and how detailed his mind was to recall all of the incidents is mind boggling! In my many past years in the fire service, and even before becoming a firefighter, I read and studied a number of arson books which involved investigation and case histories. These were some of the most interesting books I’ve ever read during my career. One reason is certain…it was to become a detective while also being a firefighter! The cases could not have been made up, they were so far out. To the average reader the mind of this arsonist is unbeliev-
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able, especially by what prompted him and sparked his interest to set fires. To one in the psychological profession, the content of these letters would probably be routine. There are color photos of the man and some of the burnouts, as well as a map of locations linked to his fires. The text of his letters ends at page 97 with the rest of the book comprised of the list of admitted fires, the court transcript of the guilty plea and the court transcript of the sentencing. This is a book you will not soon forget reading, and one that will continually cause you to shake your head when recalling the stories!
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