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In this issue... Abandoned House Goes in Paterson The fight goes defensive when holes in the floor and a possible collapse are encountered. See story on page 10
Looking Back Five years ago — fires in Merchantville, Shamong and Whippany. See stories on page 12
Tabernacle All Hands Due to a lack of hydrants in the area a tender task force and the Forest Service are requested. See story on page 16
Farmington Trains with the USCG Firefighters get a close look at helicopter ops at Coast Guard Station Atlantic City. See story on page 20
Dump Truck Overturns in Lawrence A driver is uninjured when his dump truck flips onto its side. See story on page 24
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From the Editor’s Desk Dennis Whittam, Editor
Another Year Down…Just Around the Corner As I was reading the April Long Island Fire News at my firehouse, I took note of our emblem that says, “Fire News 49th Anniversary.” I found it hard to believe that Fire News’ 50th Anniversary is around the corner. I finished being a Captain in the Terryville Fire Department in 2000. My company knew that in a previous life, I buffed fire calls in NYC as a young kid. I’d ride my bicycle to calls. Eventually, I acquired an inexpensive camera and took photos of the members of Engine 291 and Ladder 140. My childhood heroes loved the photos. Sadly, I never made copies for myself. But I can say the many dinners I had with the members was my reward for taking the photos. Eventually my dad’s chauffer took me under his wing and introduced me to photography. Richie Kubler had a family photo business, and my first paid job was picking up the undeveloped film and bringing it back developed the next day. Whoever thought this job would open the door to working at Fire News as a photographer? In 2000, I gained a reputation as being a photographer who had one goal in mind. My goal was to honor the volunteer fire service with photographs of the members of the Fire-Rescue and Emergency Services in a positive light. Yes, I still have many of my first
photos because I was part of the digital age. Eventually Fire News decided to expand and started a New Jersey edition, the Wildwood edition, which highlighted the NJ Firemen’s Convention, and a New York State edition, which included the emergency services throughout NYS and New York City. How did this happen? Our early expansion happened because of the support from Publisher Frank Trotta, Executive Editor Tim Edwards, Advertising Specialist Barbara Connolly, an art staff which included Cliff Chiesa, Lynn Sedler and Greg Jones. The man who brought our production of 12 editions that reach 15 states is Gary Joyce. Gary is the guy you never see, but his work is seen by everyone. Since Fire News is all digital, our stories come into the paper via email. It is a monumental job to keep the stories sorted. Bryan Lopez spends hours downloading and filing our stories, so that our staff can prepare the photos for print. Our 12 editions would not be possible without the support of our dedicated advertisers. Their products are highlighted in their ads, in the Fire News Special Features page and in our Industry News section. Yes, Fire News is now more that stories. Our advertisers work hard to bring you new products on a regular basis.
Finally, Fire News has a dedicated staff of recognized photographers, who go out in all kinds of weather to cover events happening all over the states that they cover. Thank you to our photographers who cover fires, motor vehicle accidents, training, dedications and so many other areas that make all of us better firefighters. In a few months, our 49 Years of Excellence will read 50 Years of Excellence! I am proud to be part of this great paper that was started by Jeb Ladouceur. Sadly, Jeb recently passed away. He will never be forgotten as he guides my pen when I write my monthly editorial. In closing, I say thank you to the Fire Service for enjoying Fire News. There is more to come! - Dennis
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Medford Township Working Fire
On February 2, 2022, Taskforce 25 units were alerted for a fully involved structure fire in a local camp. Chief Farnsworth arrived and confirmed the report. With no threat to life or exposures, units were slowed down due to snow conditions on the trail back to the fire. Chief Dovi held the fire to Engine 3712, Brush 2517, and two tenders. The fire was under investigation. - Fire News photos by Dave Hernandez
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Bargaintown House Fire
The volunteer Fire Companies of Bargaintown and Scullville responded to Superior Road on February 1, 2022, at 1736, for a report of a structure fire with flames showing. Bargaintown Safety Officer Ken Badger saw smoke from about a mile from the scene and requested a FAST from the City of Somers Point. When he arrived, the fire was coming out of the window on the D side. While donning his gear, the front of the house lit up and S/O Badger contacted EHT Dispatch to strike out a second alarm. At this time, the 2-½ story structure was fully involved. Bargaintown Engine 1522 arrived and pulled a LDH line to a hydrant in front of the structure while a Scullville ladder put their main into service and was supplied by Engine 1522 whose crew pulled a Blitz Fire nozzle to the A side and
set up a master stream into the front of the fire. Two 1-¾ inch lines were pulled to opposite sides of the structure to protect the exposures. Once Scullville’s ladder began flowing water, the fire was able to be darkened down. Bargaintown Assistant Chief Wil Hancock assumed operations and S/O Badger was left in command. Second alarm companies from the remaining EHT companies along with Mays Landing were put to work upon their arrival overhauling and performing further suppression while Somers Point firefighters stayed as RIT with Farmington Utility 1546 filling empty SCBA bottles. Refreshments were served by the Cardiff, Bargaintown and Scullville Auxiliaries who did an outstanding job. The fire was under investigation. - Fire News photos by Ken Badger
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Paterson Abandoned Structure Goes Shortly before 1130 on February 17, 2022, Paterson Fire Dispatch transmitted the box in the 1st Battalion for a possible structure fire in the area of Washington and Plum Streets. BC-1, E-6 and R-2, normally 1st due from their firehouse almost around the corner, were tied up conducting a search in the Passaic River for a missing person. E-3 reported a working fire in an abandoned two-story frame on Plum Street. All hands went to work in an offensive attack with fire on the second floor. Deputy 1 arrived and assumed command. After receiving reports of holes in the floors, a possible collapse and the fact that the building was badly dilapidated and with fire on the second floor and attic, all companies were withdrawn and switched to a defensive attack. - Fire News photos by Peter Danzo
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Looking Back Merchantville 2017
Shamong 2017
On October 25, 2017, a late afternoon fire destroyed a large single-family dwelling on Woodlawn Avenue in the boro of Merchantville, (Camden County). - Fire News photo by John Axford
On November 10, 2017, District 28 units were alerted to a house fire off Atsion Road in Shamong. A tender shuttle was established due to a lack of hydrants. - Fire News photo by Dave Hernandez
Whippany 2017 On November 27, 2017, the Whippany Fire Department received multiple calls for smoke showing from decades old Billy and Madeline’s Red Room Tavern. Quick moving bystanders were able to get the owners out of second floor windows. - Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti
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Quick Knock Down at Hamilton Township Blaze
Firefighters in Hamilton Township quickly knocked down a blaze involving one half of a 2-1/2 story duplex on January 17, 2022. It was about 1607 when Squad 12, Truck 13, Engines 14 and 15, and Deputy 10 were dispatched to Woodlawn Avenue. The assignment was immediately upgraded to a full first alarm as additional 911 calls were received. Smoke was showing from the top floor on the left side of the
duplex when Engine 14 arrived. As Engine 14 stretched an attack line, Truck 13 members raised their aerial and vented the roof. The fire was contained to the area of origin and declared under control about 1628. Additional units that responded included Squad 16, Truck 17, Engine 18, Special Services 18, Engine 19, and Battalion 10, as well as Rescue 1 from Trenton. - Fire News photos by Michael Ratcliffe
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Quick Stop on Wisteria Road On February 24, 2022, the Atlantic City Fire Department responded to a fire in a row home on Wisteria Road. An exterior fire was found on the alpha side of the home which had extended to the front. The fire was quickly knocked down with an exterior line while crews went interior to open up the walls to extinguish some minor extension. - Fire News photos by Mark Rosetti
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Bargaintown 2-Car MVA
The volunteer fire companies of Bargaintown and Cardiff responded to Fire Road in front of the Joe Canal’s Liquor Store on January 19, 2022, at 0753, for a report of an MVA with fluids on the highway. Bargaintown Assistant Chief Wil Hancock arrived and established command, recalled Cardiff, and had the crew of Bargaintown Rescue 1527 put oil dry on the highway and cut the battery cables to both vehicles. - Fire News photos by Ken Badger
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Tabernacle All-Hands
On March 17, 2022, Taskforce 43 was dispatched for a fully involved vacant structure. Chief Zane arrived to a two-story, single-family dwelling that was well off with no car in the driveway. Chief Zane also requested the NJ Forest Fire Service due to embers from the dwelling.
Due to a lack of hydrants in the area, a tender strike team was alerted. The homeowner’s vehicle was in the garage, which prompted command and the NJ State Police to attempt to locate them. The homeowner was located in a nearby town. - Fire News photos by Dave Hernandez
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All Hands in Medford On March 13, 2022, District 25 units were alerted for a house fire on the northern end of town. Evesham Fire Rescue Deputy Chief Zane reported a column of smoke from over a mile out and ordered all companies in service. Upon his arrival, he reported fire conditions on all four sides of the structure and no vehicles in the driveway. Due to a lack of hydrants, he requested a tender strike team. He also noted ammunition exploding and ordered the first-in engine company to set up at least 75 feet from the home. Engine Company 2511 arrived and went in service with a deck gun and 2-1/2 inch handline. The fire was under investigation. - Fire News photos by Dave Hernandez
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Farmington Trains with Coast Guard
The members of the Farmington Volunteer Fire Company in Egg Harbor Township visited the United States Coast Guard Station Atlantic City on March 15, 2022, to train with them on rescue operations, as this facility is in Farmington’s response area. Firefighters
trained on hoisting operations and to familiarize the mselves with the operation of the Dolphin rescue helicopters. The members would like to thank the USCG for their time and support. - Fire News photos by Dennis C. Sharpe
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Car Fire on Black Horse Pike
The volunteer fire companies of Farmington and Cardiff responded to Black Horse Pike on March 18, 2022, at 1641 for a report of a vehicle fire. Farmington Assistant Chief Dennis Sharpe arrived and established command for a passenger vehicle with fire showing from the engine compartment. One line was pulled from the firstdue engine and foam was needed to fully extinguish the fire. Also responding were Egg Harbor Township Police and EMS. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
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New Chiefs in Bergenfield Past Chief of the Bergenfield Fire Department Edward Kneisler lll wanted to thank the department for its support while being Chief of the Department in 2021 and 1st Deputy Chief in 2020, and 2nd Assistant Chief in 2019. Edward received his ex-Chiefs badge that was pinned on him by his wife Amy. Edward followed in his family’s footsteps of his grandfather and his father both who went through the ranks in the department and eventually served as Chief of the Department, and his younger brother Alex who was recently sworn in as 2nd Deputy Chief. - Fire News photo by Chris ‘Doc’ Denton
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Long Fight in Newark On January 24, 2022, the Newark Fire Department responded to a scrap yard on Calcutta Street in the port for a fire. A deepseated fire was found within the large piles of metal and multiple water supplies were established to supply master streams and ladder pipes. A surround-and-drown attack was initiated as workers from the yard picked apart the large debris piles with heavy machinery. Newark companies rotated for over 24 hours turning over the pile and dousing the flames. Smoke could be seen for miles into the next day while the extended operations continued for the next two days. - Fire News photos by Mark Rosetti
Truck Fire on I-80
The Budd Lake Fire Department was dispatched for a truck fire on Interstate 80 east at milemarker 24.5. Upon arrival the tractor was found disconnected from the trailer and the rear half of the trailer was on fire. Engine 59 arrived and started to attack the fire, fol-
lowed by Tender 57 supplying water. Byram Township was called for two additional tenders to assist with water supply. Flanders Engine 95 and Budd Lake Engine 53 was called to help with overhaul. - Fire News photos by A/C Kevin J. Maloney; Budd Lake FC
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Extrication at Farmington MVA
The volunteer fire companies of Farmington and Cardiff, along with Egg Harbor Township Police, EMS, and Atlanticare Paramedics, responded to the 6500 block of Washington Avenue for an MVA. The crash was the result of a high-speed impact between a Humvee and a pickup, trapping the driver in the pickup. Farmington Assistant Chief Dennis Sharpe arrived and established command. Arriving shortly after was Township Chief Rob Winkler. Upon the arrival of apparatus, firefighters removed both doors and B post and assisted EMS with patient removal. The cause of the crash was under investigation by the Egg Harbor Township Police Department. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
Possible Arson in Cedar Grove
On February 18, 2022, the Cedar Grove Fire Department responded to a home on Winding Way for a fire. Truck 74 had heavy fire on the Alpha/Bravo corner showing on arrival. A mutual aid engine from Verona and truck from Montclair responded as the main body of fire in the room of origin was knocked down with moderate extension to the adjoining rooms. The fire was placed under control approximately 40 minutes after arrival. Essex County Prosecutor’s Office was requested to the scene for suspected arson. - Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti
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Dump Truck Overturns in Lawrence Township
A dump truck driver was lucky to escape uninjured after his vehicle flipped over in Lawrence Township, Mercer County, on February 24, 2022. It was about 2130 when Lawrence police, fire and EMS units were dispatched to the 3300 block of Brunswick Pike (Route 1) following reports of a rollover crash with entrapment in the southbound lanes. Emergency personnel arrived to find
the dump truck resting on its side, off the roadway on the front lawn of the Shake Shack restaurant. The driver had self-extricated and denied any injuries, and the truck’s load of salt had spilled all over the grass. Firefighters contained a small spill of transmission fluid and stood by until the wreckage was uprighted by a heavy-duty tow truck. - Fire News photo by Michael Ratcliffe
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Up Close & Personal
On January 1, 2022, Mayor Michael J. Putrino of New Milford presented pastChief and current Fire Marshal Alan Silverman a plaque for his 50 years of service to the Borough of New Milford. Alan is a member of Company 2. - Fire News photo by Chris ‘Doc’ Denton
Egg Harbor Township Chief Rob Winkler who tolled the bell at the Atlantic County Firefighters Association Memorial Service on January 19, 2021. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
Outgoing Atlantic County Fire Coordinator Levon ‘Lefty’ Clayton congratulates incoming Atlantic County Fire Coordinator Clifford ‘Chip’ Stockton, Jr., on January 19, 2022. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
Dorothy Fire and Rescue Chief Jess Hand and Mays Landing Assistant Chief Ken Badger, Jr., at a fire in Milmay. - Fire News photo by Ken Badger
City of Vineland Firefighter L. Zukovsky at a fire on December 15, 2022, with one of the dogs that were rescued from the fire. - Fire News photo by Ken Badger
Robert Dovi, Jr., new Chief of the Union Fire Company in Medford, Burlington County. - Fire News photo by Denis C. Sharpe
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LONGTIME FIRE SERVICE LEADER KARL RISTOW TO RECEIVE NFFF GLATFELTER DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD
The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) is recognizing Chief Karl Ristow, CFO, as the newest recipient of the organization’s Arthur J. Glatfelter Distinguished Service Award. Chief Ristow, who currently serves as the Program Director for the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) program at the Center for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE), is being recognized for his many and varied contributions to the NFFF, according to Troy Markel, Chairman of the NFFF Board Of Directors. “Karl is a tireless advocate for the Foundation and the fire service in general,” Markel said. “His dedication sets the bar for the rest of us to follow.” Chief Ristow became involved in the NFFF in 2007, when he served on the incident management team that developed and executed the memorial service and burials for nine Charleston, South Carolina firefighters killed while fighting a fire at the Super Sofa Store. Since then, as a volunteer, donor, and educator, Ristow has supported the NFFF in raising awareness and funds for its prevention and support missions. Chief Ristow is second Chairman and National Coordinator for the NFFF Memorial Golf Tournaments program. In the five years that Chief Ristow has dedicated his time and energy, the tournaments have raised more than $1.7 million in support of the NFFF. Along with his wife, Barbara, Chief Ristow volunteers for the Hal Bruno bereavement camps for the children of fallen firefighters, serving as Big Buddies, Healing Circle Assistants, and Floaters. The Ristow's are also members of the NFFF Giving Circle, a group comprised of the Foundation’s most generous financial donors. Karl’s commitment to the fire and emergency service family is evident in both his accreditation work with the CPSE and his dedicated volunteering with the NFFF, shared CPSE Chief Executive Officer, Preet Bassi. “Both organizations are lucky to have him as part of our teams.” Before joining CPSE, Chief Ristow served as Fire Chief for the St. John’s Fire District in South Carolina for 14 years and as a Resident Training Specialist for the South Carolina Fire
Academy. Chief Ristow is a retired United States Air Force Fire Protection Supervisor. He holds a master’s degree in Management and Public Administration, a bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies, and associate degrees in Fire Science and Instructor of Technology and Military Science. He is also a graduate of the National Fire Academy’s Executive Fire Officer Program, a Chief Fire Officer Designee through the Commission on Professional Credentialing, and a Member of the Institution of Fire Engineers (MIFireE). The NFFF created the Arthur J. Glatfelter Distinguished Service Award to recognize exceptional service to the NFFF by men and women who continue in support of Glatfelter’s legacy as a champion of the fire service. In 1969, Glatfelter created the Volunteer Fireman’s Insurance Services (VFIS), the first company of its kind to meet the insurance needs for firefighters. Glatfelter was also an enthusiastic advocate for the NFFF and its missions and served for many years on the Foundation’s Board of Directors. Chief Ristow will be presented the Glatfelter Distinguished Service Award by Tony Campisi, Chairman of the Glatfelter Insurance Group, on March 22, 2022 during the opening session of the CPSE Excellence Conference in Orlando, FL. “Chief Ristow represents everything that Art Glatfelter stood for,” Campisi said. “We are grateful for leaders who carry the standard for the fire service, and it’s a privilege to present Chief Ristow with this award.” The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation was created by Congress in 1992 to honor and recognize firefighters who died in the line of duty each year. To meet this mandate, the Foundation reviews the circumstances of each firefighter fatality reported to determine whether the death also meets criteria for inclusion on the National Memorial in Emmitsburg, Maryland. The guidelines by which these determinations are governed can be found on our website at https://www.firehero.org/fallen-firefighters/memorial/. The NFFF is closely reviewing COVID-related deaths to determine eligibility for inclusion on the National Memorial.
SUTPHEN CORPORATION TO DISPLAY NEW TRACTOR DRAWN AERIAL IN FDIC BOOTH 3324 Sutphen Corporation, the largest family-owned fire apparatus manufacturer in the nation, announces that FDIC 2022 will be the showcase venue for Sutphen’s new Tractor Drawn Aerial. The tractor drawn aerial will add to Sutphen’s already extensive product lineup and will be the first Sutphen TDA since the 1990s. “We cannot wait to showcase this new product at FDIC 2022,” said fourth-generation family member and Sutphen vice president, Julie Sutphen Phelps. “We know this will be the talk of the show, and we are excited to unveil the Sutphen TDA in front of such a large audience.” The truck, destined for DeKalb County Fire Rescue in Dekalb County, Georgia, will be available to see in Sutphen Booth #3324 in
the Indiana Convention Center Thursday, April 28 through Saturday, April 30. “This is why people go to FDIC,” said Sutphen’s director of sales and marketing, Zach Rudy. “People go to FDIC for the excitement and the unveiling of new products across the fire industry. We know that the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium will be abuzz with talk of the Sutphen Tractor Drawn Aerial.” If customers have questions or would like additional details about the apparatus prior to the show, they are encouraged to contact their Sutphen dealer. Customers can find their Sutphen dealer by following the link here: https://www.sutphen.com/locations/.
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Hainesport All-Hands Dwelling Fire
On March 15, 2022, Chief Bozarth arrived and reported a Hainesport twostory, single-family dwelling with fire showing on the porch extending into division 1 and 2 on the Alpha side. Units from Mount Laurel, Westampton, Lumberton, Moorestown and Eastampton also operated on the fire ground. A delay in response from Public Service Gas & Electric prevented firefighters from extinguishing flames on the delta side of the home for over an hour. The cause of the fire was under investigation. - Fire News photos by Dave Hernandez
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Hackensack 2-Alarmer On April 3, 2022, at 0811, Hackensack Fire Desk received a 911 call reporting a fire on Fair Street. While responding, Deputy 4 reported smoke from a distance and requested a second alarm. Companies were met with heavy smoke and fire conditions on the second floor of the home with fire extending into the attic. Companies put several handlines in service to begin knocking down the fire. Additional companies from Englewood and Teaneck assisted. The fire was placed under control in a little over an hour. One firefighter and one occupant were injured and transported to Hackensack UMC. Additional units on scene came from Bogota, Hackensack UMC BLS, Hackensack Police and Building Department. - Fire News photos by Justin Derevyanik
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Hawthorne 2-Alarm House Fire
Hawthorne firefighters continued to remain busy as they were dispatched to yet another fire on the morning of January 8, 2022. Companies arrived at a 1-1/2 story home on Llewellyn Avenue just before 1000, to find heavy smoke and fire from the garage/breezeway area. A second alarm was requested, bringing mutual aid to the scene and to cover as companies went to work with several 1-3/4 inch handlines, quickly knocking down the fire. The fire was placed under control in approximately 40 minutes and was under investigation. This was the latest of at least six working house fires to strike the town in a few months. - Fire News photos by Peter Danzo
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Extensive Overhaul in Passaic
On March 28, 2022, the Passaic Fire Department responded to a large 2-1/2 story wood frame on Marietta Street for a fire. Companies arrived to fire showing from the basement window on the Bravo side and an interior attack was initiated. Crews had extension to the upper floors but it was quickly knocked down.
Horizontal ventilation was conducted as crews conducted extensive overhaul on all four floors. A Clifton ladder company responded to the scene, while Paterson, Wallington and East Rutherford covered the city. - Fire News photos by Mark Rosetti
