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Yes, September and October are busy times in the fire service. Polish off your ideas and incorporate new activities into your Safety Programs. If you need help, meet with your Fire Prevention Committees to discuss what you can do to embellish your Fire Prevention Program.
Last year, I attended as many memorial services as possible. One year later I find myself thanking many of my photographers who joined me and spread throughout as many communities as possible, capturing photographs of the memorial services. Fire News utilized our photographs in our 9/11 20th Anniversary-Fire News Remembrance and Tribute edition. This magazine was a work of art that remembered all those lost on September 11, 2001, and continued paying tribute to those that passed away over the past 20 years due to illnesses spurred by toxic chemicals generated by the attack. When I pass
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As I write this editorial, the date is September 1, 2022. This editorial is my October editorial. Sitting at my desk, my mind is reflecting ahead to September 11, 2022. Taking a few moments remembering the day our nation was attacked, it is our duty to never forget September 11, 2001. I remember driving to work on a clear crisp day. The major story on the radio was about a “small” airplane that crashed into the World Trade Center. When I arrived at work, I immediately turned on the news and realized the airplane was not a small plane and my city was probably under attack. Yes, we were under attack. I reflected and shared my recollection with my readers for the past 21 years.
As the summer months are passing us by and we enter the fall, are you prepared to do your job under different conditions? Already I am finding that the windows on my car are fogging up on the inside, making response a little slower. Before you know it, the inside fog will move to the outside of your car windows, and you will be reminded that winter is not far away. Please take the time to clear off your frosted windows before you respond to a call. Think about the children who are waiting at school bus stops. Use caution while responding through school zones and bus stops. I have seen two students who were badly hurt when they tried to run across a busy street to catch a bus that they were late for.
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Reflections on 9/11 and a Busy Fall Season From the Editor’s Desk Dennis Whittam, Editor
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As we move into 2023, try to think about something special your department can do to bring peace in our world. Plan on reflecting with your neighboring departments to never forget September 11, 2001. Remember to never forget those that continue to be lost to 9/11 diseases. Never Forget!
Memorial Sloan Kettering Medical Center, it is still common to find an FDNYFirefighter Transport Unit waiting outside of the hospital to bring one of our loved ones back home.
Remember; if it wasn’t for the beep, you would still be asleep! Change your smoke and CO detector batteries or if you have 10-year detectors, check their dates to ensure that they are still good.
1600, the Manalapan Township Fire Department, along with Millstone, Freehold, Englishtown and Howell, were dispatched to a single-family dwelling on Regency Way fora report of a fully involved structure fire with animal entrapment. Upon arrival, heavy fire was showing from the Alpha, Bravo, Charlie and Delta sides of the 2-1/2 story wood frame structure. Ten minutes later there was a full collapse on the Delta side of the building while defensive operations were underway. Additional tankers from the Monmouth County TankerTask Force also responded to the scene. The NJFFS dispatched units to the area due to the Jamesburg Fire Towerreporting a large column of smoke. Brush trucks responded to extinguish any embers that were falling in the nearby brush. Unfortunately, the families two dogs were trapped and perished in the blaze. The homeowners were not present at the time the fire broke out. The rubble rekindled the following morning and was quickly extinguished by responding personnel. Video and photos also available on Facebook.com/njaerialviews.
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with the caron the shoulderof the highway. Engine Tanker2011 stretched the bumperline and quickly knocked down the fire.
- Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti
On July 31, 2022, Berkeley Fire Station 20 was dispatched to the area of Exit 77 southbound on the Garden State Parkway fora reported carfire. Chief 2000 arrived to an engine compartment fire
Collapses at Paramus Blaze
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At just before 0500 on June 17, 2022, the Paramus Fire Department responded to a house fire on Village Circle West. While en route, companies were advised that police units on scene were reporting a working fire. The home, a large 2-1/2 story frame dwelling, was fully involved on arrival of fire crews. A2-1/2 inch handline and a deck gun were quickly put into operation as command requested mutual aid to the scene. All occupants were confirmed out of the home as fire broke through the roof and some local collapses started to occur. Members were not permitted to enterthe building due to the volume of fire and condition of the fire building. One towerladder, 2 ladderpipes, a deck gun and several handlines were put into operation and the fire was placed under control at around 0710. No injuries were reported and the fire was underinvestigation. - Fire News photos by Peter Danzo
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On July 5, 2022, while operating on a different incident, District 22 units were alerted to a possible structure fire on the southern end of town. Evesham Deputy Chief Zane arrived and found a shed and ATVs on fire. Engine 2211 arrived and extinguished the fire quickly. Crews remained on location to assist the fire marshal with an investigation. No injuries were reported.
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On July 22, 2022, the ManchesterFire CareerStaff Squad 13 and all volunteerhouses were alerted fora reported fire in the rearof a home on 12th Avenue. Squad 13 encountered smoke en route and arrived to heavy fire in the rearof a 1-1/2 story wood frame and confirmed the working fire. An engine, ladder, and RITresponded from Toms Riveras crews began an offensive attack. The bulk of the fire was quickly knocked down as extensive overhaul was conducted throughout the home.
- Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti
On July 31, 2022, Toms RiverEast DoverStation 28 and Silverton EMS responded to Barnegat Avenue fora two-carMVAwith a rollover. The rolled over vehicle was T-boned in the intersection, overturned and struck a tree. All occupants were able to selfextricate but one patient was transported to CMC forevaluation.
- Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti
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On July 27, 2022, Toms RiverStations 29 and 30 were dispatched to Fielders Lane fora trailerfire. First units on scene confirmed a fully involved landscaping traileron fire with extension to the attached pickup. The first due engine from Pleasant Plains stretched a bumperline, quickly extinguishing the fire, while Silverton assisted with overhaul.
- Fire News photos by Mark Rosetti
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At around 0815 on April 3, 2022, the Hackensack Fire Department responded to FairStreet fora house fire. While en route, Deputy 4 reported a column of smoke visible. On arrival, companies were confronted with a two-family 2-1/2 story wood frame dwelling with heavy smoke pushing from the second floorand attic, and visible fire showing from two windows on the C/D cornerof the second floor. Asecond alarm was requested. Mutual aid came from Teaneck, Englewood and Bogota, while additional mutual aid covered the city. Five handlines were put into operation as the fire extended into the attic. The fire was placed undercontrol after90 minutes. One firefighterand one occupant suffered minor injuries. The cause of the fire was determined to be accidental
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On August 4, 2022, District 22 units were dispatched forreports of an explosion and fire on the back porch of a dwelling in Evesham. Deputy Chief Zane arrived and found smoke showing from the Charlie side. Engine 2231 arrived and quickly knocked down the fire on the deck and held it to minorextension to the dwelling. No injuries were reported. Units from Voorhees, Waterford and Medford also responded.
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At around 2215 on June 17, 2022, Hackensack Engine 2 was dispatched foran outside smoke condition in the area of Summit Avenue and Thompson Street. On arrival Lieutenant Parisik requested the box be filled out fora heavy smoke condition in the area from an unknown source. The remainderof the first alarm was dispatched as E-2 continued to search forobvious fire. The fire desk received an additional call through HPD of a garage fire on Cambridge Terrace and E-2 responded to that location and confirmed a working fire in a garage located in the centerof a row of about 20, all with a common attic space. Heavy fire was venting through the roof as two lines were stretched and the laddergained entry. The fire was quickly knocked down with minorextension into the garages on each side but the fire was kept from spreading throughout the row. Deputy 3 placed the fire under control in approximately 45 minutes.
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On July 28, 2022, Toms RiverStations 25 and 26 along with Island Heights Station 53 were dispatched to Gladney Avenue fora reported rollover with entrapment. Chief 2500 arrived and determined all occupants were self-extricated with one minorinjury. The assignment was held to Engine 5301 only to assist with the cleanup and await a tow truck. The SUVstruck a parked car, rolling overon its roof.
- Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti
On July 31, 2022, the Silverton First Aid Squad responded to FischerBoulevard fora MVAinvolving a motorcycle. Severe injuries required a medevac, so Island Heights Station 53 was tasked with securing the LZ. Engine 5301 cleared the ball field next to theirstation where Robert Wood Johnson LifeFlight landed to transport the patient.
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On the evening of July 14, 2022, the Ocean Gate Fire Department was dispatched to East Bayview fora church on fire. On arrival, heavy smoke was found showing from a large two-story wood frame church and mutual aid was requested to the scene. Bayville Station 17 and Forked RiverStation 60 along with the Ocean County Fire Marshalls responded. Crews found heavy fire in the basement where a transitional attack was utilized to knock down the bulk of the fire. Entry was made to extinguish the remaining fire and the fire wasn’t placed undercontrol until nearly an hourafterarrival.
Church Fire in Ocean Gate
- Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti
pumpersneighboringdeliveredreplacedCompanyandThisGreenwoodLoanerSpartanfromUpperLake1995Spartan/3DpumperwasoriginallybuiltservedtheUpperGreenwoodLakeFire5ofWestMilford.Itwasrecentlybyabrand-newPiercepumperthatwasearlierlastyear,andisnowonloantoadepartmentwhileoneoftheirisoutforrepair.
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Page 20, Fire News, October2022 sionCollingswood.dispatchedOnCollingswoodFireNews.com2014October29,2014,TaskForce16wasforadwellingfireontheunitblockofCrestmontTerraceinCrewsreportedfireexten-intotheatticandplacedmultiplehan-dlinesinoperationtoknockdownthefire.
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On November8, 2014, a panic alarm was received by Maple Shade Police reporting a fire in the building at South Jersey Mowers. As the fire continued unchecked, the flames spread to a showroom and vented out the front windows and spread into the shop area. An allout battle took place foran hourbefore the fire was knocked down.
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Looking Back
Maple Shade - 2014
On October29, 2014, firefighters from Elwood, Nesco, Sweetwater, and Weekstown from Mullica Township along with Egg HarborCity responded fora fire in a two-story log cabin located off the roadway.
- Fire News photo by Ken Badger
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fire in a commercial building early in the morning of June 17, 2022. At just around 0430 companies were dispatched fora possible structure fire in the area of Riverand East 13th Streets. On arrival, companies encountered heavy fire through the roof of a singlestory commercial building which was occupied by an auto detailing business. Multiple 2-1/2 inch lines were stretched as the trucks opened up and gained entry. Once companies made entry, the fire was knocked down and placed undercontrol in 45 minutes with no injuries.
- Fire News photos by Peter Danzo
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On July 19, 2022, Toms RiverStations 25 and 26 were dispatched to the township’s parking garage on WaterStreet fora car fire. Fortunately, both houses were staffed forthe evening, prompting a quick response. Engine 2671 arrived to heavy smoke showing from the structure, where a carwas on fire in the middle of the first floor. Aline was stretched and the fire was quickly knocked down by crews from both Engine 71 and Engine 2501. Damage was done to two othervehicles and crews remained on scene fornearly 30 minutes evacuating smoke from the structure and overhauling before the building was reopened.
Toms RiverParking Garage Fire
- Fire News photos by Mark Rosetti
Fire Company, and RITfrom Point Pleasant Station 75. The fire was quickly knocked down by Ladder2115 and Engine 2231, while crews continued to open up and check forextension.
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Fast Knockdown in Brick
On July 22, 2022, Brick Stations 21 and 22 responded to a home on Regent Circle fora fire. Crews arrived to smoke showing from a 11/2 story wood frame and transmitted a second alarm, bringing all Brick companies to the scene along with an engine from the Silverton
The Glasstown Antique Fire Apparatus Association, a chapterof SPAAMFAA, held its annual musteron August 21, 2022, at the Wheaton Arts Village in Millville. President Ron Petrusky repor ted 77 pieces of apparatus attended, privately and fire company owned, from New Jersey, Long Island, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland. - Fire News photos by Dennis C. Sharpe
Glasstown 2022 Muster
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Just aftermidnight on July 22, 2022, the East Orange Fire Department responded to an apartment building on Prospect Street fora fire. Crews arrived to heavy fire in a five-story, occupied, multi-dwelling. Asecond alarm was struck as heavy fire consumed the upperfloors of the building. Crews were eventually pulled from the building and a defensive attack was initiated. Multiple handlines and ladderpipes were put into operation as the fire burned throughout the night and into the next morning as mutual aid companies from surrounding cities were rotated through the scene to assist. These photos were taken nearly seven hours afterarrival as deep seated pockets of fire still burned. One civilian fatality and multiple firefighterinjuries came from this multi alarm fire.
1 Civ Fatality, FFs Injured at East Orange Blaze
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Farmington Assistant Chief Dennis Sharpe with Robert Ordway, President of the New Jersey State Firefighters Association at the Atlantic County Caucus on August 9, 2022.
FirefighterStaines of the 177th Fighter InterceptorGroup Fire Department from the Atlantic City Airport at the Atlantic City AirShow on August 24, 2022.
- Fire News photo by Chris ‘Doc’Denton
Three members pose fora quick picture with a council representative and also a representative of State SenatorJosh Gottheimer’s office with a proclamation to commemorate dedication of the two new pieces of fire apparatus forHarrington Park.
Chief Bill Dukes (seated) holding court at the 2022 Glasstown Musteron August 21, 2022.
- Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
Up Close & Personal
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Tiffanee Terrell, Engine 5 Chaufferof the Atlantic City Fire Department.
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- Fire News photo by Chris ‘Doc’Denton
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On July 1, 2022, the Toms RiverEast DoverFire Station 28 was dispatched to Garfield Avenue fora trailerfire in close proximity to a residence. A Station 28 officerarrived in his POVand confirmed a fully involved trailerand lawnmowerfire with exposure issues to a single-story wood frame. Agarden hose was used to cool the home until Engine 2801 arrived to extinguish the fire with theirjump line. The home was checked forextension, which proved negative. - Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti
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TrailerFire Doesn’t Extend
On July 12, 2022, while on patrol, Seaside Heights Police Boardwalk units observed a heavy smoke condition coming from the top floorof a building at Fremont and the Boardwalk. Fire crews arrived to a small fire within a kitchen vent system on the top floor. One line, with a few extinguishers, were stretched to address the fire. Command held the response to one engine and a truck once it was determined there was no extension.
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stretched an 1-3/4 inch line and quickly extinguished the fire. The building was ventilated and scene was turned overto investigators.
- Fire News photo by Eric ‘Doc’Moran
On August 15, 2022, the Egg HarborCity and South Egg Harbor Fire Departments were dispatched forreported smoke coming from a garage. Car100 arrived and confirmed a working fire. Units
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Fire Department and EMS were trained on the use of pet mask and administering O2 to cats and dogs and various otherpets on August 16, 2022.
- Fire News photos by Dennis C. Sharpe
As firefighter health and safety has become a topic at the fore front of the fire service, including these organizations expands our pool of subject matter experts.
The Fire Department Safety Officers Association (FDSOA) is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the 2023 Health and Safety Conference. The Health and Safety Conference will be held in conjunction with the First Responder Center for Excellence (FRCE) Health and Wellness Symposium January 17-20, 2023, at the Tradewinds Island Grand in St Pete’s Beach, Florida. Pre-conference programs will be held January 15-16.
Schedules are now available
Registration for the Apparatus Conference, held January 8-10, 2023, at the Gilbert Fire Academy in Gilbert, Arizona, will be available soon.
A10-percent discount applies to all registrations until October31, 2022. We look forward to seeing you at one of these great conferences!
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Pre-conference events include Health and Safety Officer (HSO) and Incident Safety Officer (ISO) 2-day academies, Response to Battery Emergencies, Infectious Control, Accident Investigation , a F.I.E.R.O PPE Workshop and The 5 Reads.
REGISTRATION NOWOPEN FOR FDSOA 2023 HEALTH AND SAFETYCONFERENCE
5TH ANNUALFIREFIGHTER HEALTH & WELLNESS CONFERENCE
The 5th Annual Firefighter Health & Wellness conference is coming soon to Beavercreek, Ohio, on October 26, 27 and 28, 2022. The Firefighter Health and Wellness Conference is the most affordable health and wellness conference in America! This year’s speakers include Former Firefighter, Police Officer, Author, and Comedian Travis Howze, Save-a-Warrior Founder Jake Clark, FDNYDeputy Chief Frank Leeb, Retired FDNY Captain Mike Dugan, Retired OKCFD Major Chris Fields, Dr Sara Jahnke, Dr Jeff Burgess, and more! Visit our website to view our entire lineup and purchase your tickets! brothers.org/ffhw2022https://events.brothershelping-
https://www.eventsquid.com/event.cfm?id=17130,atanassemblageofnotableandhighly-skilledinstructors.GeneralsessionspeakersincludeDr.RichardGasaway,founderofSituationalAwarenessMatters!;Dr.LoriMoore-Merrell,USFireAdministrator;andChiefDennisCompton,Mesa,Arizona(Ret.).Registrationisavailableforthesegreatclassesandevents.
The FRCE has held successful cancer and behavioral health symposia over the last five years and aims to take a more holistic approach with this year’s event. Combining the two events provides for a more robust group of speakers and allows participants to attend both conferences for one greatThereprice.are other significant additions to the Health and Safety Conference in three co-sponsors. F.I.E.R.O., Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN) and the Science Alliance, a new community of scientists and fire service profes sionals dedicated to improving the health and safety of first responders, have all signed on as sponsors of the event to participate in some way and expand the reach of the conference.
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The Cradle of Liberty Antique Fire Apparatus Association held theirannual musterat the CooperRiverin Pennsauken on August 7, 2022, underhot and sunny skies.
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On May 21, 2022, the township of Point Pleasant Beach held an event to promote safe bike riding forchildren which featured multiple vendors as well as displays from both Point Pleasant Beach Fire Department and First Aid Squad.
- Fire News photos by Mark Rosetti
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Recently South Wall placed a 2021 Pierce Arrow XTheavy-duty walk-in rescue into service. Jackson Cassville Fire Station 56 purchased a 2015 Arrow Xt 4000-gallon tankerwhich was scheduled to be delivered to PDVSAin Venezuela. The truck was refurbished and retitled as a 2021 where it now serves as Tanker5618.
- Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti
On July 15, 2022, East DoverFire Station 28 was dispatched to a residence on Goose Creek Road fora report of smoke in an attic. Chief 2810 confirmed a smoke condition in the attic and requested the assignment to be filled out, which brought Silverton Stations 29 and 26 RITto the scene. Ladder2865 laddered the roof while interior crews checked forthe source of the smoke. Ultimately the issue was narrowed down to an overheated outlet, with no fire extension.
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Hot Socket in East Dover
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Thanks to FFs, Maybe They’ll Make it to Easter
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The 2023 Annual Conference will be held April 17 to 21, 2023, at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City. Yes, the co nference is returning to Atlantic City’s World-Famous Boardwalk, providing many dining and entertainment options, along with the chance to just get some fresh air and take a stroll.
- Fire News photos by Peter Danzo
On June 18, 2022, Toms River Station 25 and 26 responded to the Marquee Cinema complex fora mulch fire. Crews arrived to flames showing and stretched a line. During overhaul members located a handful of newborn bunnies and were able to save a few of them and relocate them to a safe location where animal control was called to respond to check on theirwell being.
- Fire News photos by Mark Rosetti
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The week will start out with training beginning at 0800 Monday morning, Tuesday evening we will hold our annual Awards and Recognition Reception, Wednesday we welcome our vendors and exhibitors, and breakouts begin.
HackensackOvenFire
At around 1400 on April 27, 2022, Hackensack Fire Department transmitted a full assignment fora fire on Newman Street. On arrival, E-2 reported heavy smoke in an apartment on the top floor of the three-story OMD. Several lines were stretched into the building as searches were underway. Interiorcompanies reported heavy smoke, which was pushing from the exterior, howeverthey were unable to locate the source. As ventilation started to take effect, the companies discovered a fire in the oven of the fire apartment. As it turned out, the occupant was using logs in heroven which created the smoke condition. The fire was quickly extinguished with no extension. One occupant of the building was evaluated by EMS for smoke inhalation.
If you have a topic you would like to share with our attendees, please go to www.njepa.org and submit your ideas. We are looking for presentations in the areas of Weather, Domestic Preparednes s, Response and Recovery, All-Hazards and Education. We offer 75minute breakouts and four 32-hour training sessions. Submissions will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so don’t delay!
Our Exhibit Hall will be showcased in the Mark G. Etess Arena and will include the opportunity for large vehicles to be displayed inside along with our exhibitors and vendors while enjoying the vendor reception and our annual luncheon. Sponsorships are also available, please visit our website at www.njepa.org for detail s on how you can support this nationally recognized Conference.
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Toms River100th Celebration
On May 14, 2022, the Toms RiverFire Department Station 26 held their100th anniversary parade and celebration. Alights and sirens parade was held through downtown Toms Riverending at Huddy Park where multiple vendors and a live band were set up to help celebrate. The majority of the festivities were completed, thankfully, before a heavy rainstorm came through the area.
- Fire News photos by Mark Rosetti
On June 30, 2022, Howell Stations 19-2 and 19-3 were dispatched to a home underconstruction on Carmine Way fora workertrapped in a trench. Upon arrival a special request was made forAsbury Park Confined Space Team and Brick Technical Rescue Team to respond to the scene. Multiple vacuum trucks from Monmouth County Public Works also responded to assist in clearing dirt from the trench. Afterovertwo hours in the trench crews removed the victim who was uninjured but was transported as a precaution.
- Fire News photos by Mark Rosetti
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He also provided Covid containment services for Guy Fieri’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives,” and got Fieri to film at a number of Mike’s favorite “dives” down at the Jersey Shore.
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He was known for his larger-than-life personality that included being the aquatic stunt safety coordinator for MTV’s “Jackass” team and for Discovery Channel’s SharkHudsonWeek.was a technical rescue contributor for Fire Engineering and had a recurring column in JEMS. He also taught hands-on water rescue seminars at FDIC International and JEMSCon.
Mike Hudson, a “pillar” of ocean rescue in New Jersey and around the world, was being mourned after his sudden passing. He was 53 years old
“Chief Hudson was the pillar of Ocean Rescue, a true waterman,” a post on the Sea Bright Fire Rescue Facebook page reads. “His commitment and efforts lead Sea Bright to be on the forefront of modern-day surf lifesaving. We stand together with our brothers and sisters of Sea Bright Ocean Rescue during this difficult time.”Hudson, a former Navy Corpsman and military special operations medical instructor, was one of the last of the original City of San Diego paramedics. He spent more than 18 years traveling the country leading rescue teams in Wyoming and in the Colorado Rockies and supervising technical ocean lif eguard programs on both the East and West coasts.
During the winter, he worked the streets of central New Jersey and the Jersey Shore as a mobile intensive care paramedic. In addition to coor dinating shark diving safety operations for Shark Week, Hudson did the same for the BBC and National Geographic’s Shark Fest.
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The Atlantic City AirShow was held August 23 to 24, 2022, and attracted approximately 400,000 people. And with a crowd that size, a monumental task of support is needed forpolice, fire, and EMS. Kudos to the Atlantic City Office of Emergency Management, the Atlantic County Office of Emergency Management, the Atlantic County Fire Coordinators Office, and the New Jersey State Police plus EMS Squads throughout the state and the US Coast Guard. - Fire News photos by Dennis C. Sharpe
