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In this issue... Gloucester Apartment House Fire Fire goes through the roof at the La Cascata Apartaments before being stopped. See story on page 10
Nice Save in Ocean City Crews stop a fully involved van as it threatens houses on two exposures.. See story on page 14
MVAs Around New Jersey A quick look at eight MVAs around the state See story on page 18
Junior Firefighter Day in Harrison Harrison Local 22 holds their first Junior Firefighters Day. See story on page 28
Atlantic Highland Cadets The Atlantic Highlands First Aid and Safety Squad Cadets train. See story on page 36
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From the Editor’s Desk Dennis Whittam, Editor
2017: Time for Re-evaulation It is no secret that the fire service is undergoing change. This change forces you to take a hard look at yourself and ask why are you in the occupation of being a first responder. The cliché of “being into the job” is one that is not just for firefighting. On the surface, any occupation requires dedication and commitment to be successful at. However, in the fire-rescue and emergency services if you are not into the job, you are putting the lives of your community and yourself at risk. Maybe I am just getting old and cranky, but I am seeing a lack of commitment by too many members of departments. Whether you are a paid responder or a volunteer, you need to rethink how you are doing things. Only you know if you are weak in the skills that could save your life when things go wrong. Look in the mirror and ask yourself: are you the best at what you do? Are you aware of the new issues that require you to do more than put the wet stuff on the red stuff? In 2016, responders were faced with the task of responding to calls during civil unrest. Only good leadership from experienced officers will get you through those
type of incidents safely. After the recent incidents, departments took a hard look at their procedures and trained for the future. Bulletproof vests have become part of your PPE in many areas. Hopefully you never have to use them, but it is nice to know the vests are there in case you do need them. There is one word that should scare you and make you rethink the way you protect yourself in 2017. That word is “cancer.” Both career and volunteer responders are coming down with cancer. Please do everything that you can to protect yourself. Take the time to wear your mask, shower off after fires and keep your gear clean. For responders who carry gear in their cars, think about keeping it in a sealed container while you are driving around with the gear. Remember, your family is just as susceptible to the toxins that linger on the gear when they sit in your car. As a volunteer firefighter, I am proud to be part of the fire department that serves my community. According to the National Fire Protection Association, 69 percent of firefighters in the United States are volunteers. That percentage is dropping. As a volunteer,
you are expected to perform the same way a paid responder does. Take a few minutes when you sit around the table and ask one another who in your company is not carrying their weight. Encourage the members who seem to be unsure of themselves to train, respond and to be into a job that protects the community they live in. Like a Phoenix rising, make 2017 the year that all responders rethink their commitment to the emergency services. Be safe, look out for one another, train together, and carry on the traditions that have made you the heroes that you are. Happy New Year! Dennis
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Downed Wires Take Out House
On November 20, 2016, the Garfield Fire Department responded to Cambridge Street for reported wires down. The call quickly escalated as live wires had been taken down by a tree and were laying in close proximity to a home and vehicle. Companies had to wait for the arrival of PSE&G as the fire quickly spread throughout the home. A second alarm was struck bringing in mutual aid from surrounding cities as companies fought the fire in near freezing temperatures. The fire was brought under control within two hours. - Fire News photos by Mark Rosetti
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All-Hands House Fire in Evesham
Just before 0400 on November 1, 2016, District 22 units were alerted to a house fire at the scene of an earlier chimney fire call. Chief 2210 arrived with fire issuing from the roof. Command held the fire to District 22 and the RIT from Mount Laurel. No injuries were reported and the Fire Marshal’s office was investigating. - Fire News photos by Dave Hernandez
Suspicious Fire in Pemberton Displaces 34 On October 9, 2016, Task Force 191 (Station 191, Ladder 181, and Engine 183), Rescue Engine 171, Ladder 672, Tender 211 and BLS 1861 were dispatched to West Hampton Street at the Pine Meadow Apartments for a reported building fire in Building 2. Chief 1900 arrived to find fire issuing from a second floor apartment. The fire was held to the original apartment and placed under control within an hour. In all six units were affected and all 12 apartments were evacuated due to utility issues. Displaced were 34 residents, 13 of whom were children. Mutual aid came from Lumberton, Tabernacle, Tabernacle Rescue Woodland Township, Juliustown, and Hampton Lakes. The fire was considered suspicious and was being investigated by the Pemberton Borough and Township Police Department, Burlington County Fire Marshal’s Office, New Jersey Division of Fire Safety Arson and K-9 Unit, and the New Jersey State Police. - Fire News photos by Tom Walker
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Fire on Fire Prevention Night
On October 7, 2016, the Linden Fire Department was holding its annual Fire Prevention Night in front of Linden City Hall when they received a call for a structure fire on the 700 block of Roselle Street. Having the ladder truck and an engine set up for display for fire prevention night, the apparatus crews swiftly packed up the equipment and responded, as did the other engines. Crews arrived to a fully involved 2½ story house with fire coming from the first floor front, spreading to the second floor and to the houses on both sides. Crews quickly attacked the fire in the fire building and the neighboring houses. Mutual aid came from Elizabeth, Roselle, Rahway, Cranford, Hillside, Union and Springfield. The fire to the main fire building made the home uninhabitable and the Red Cross assisted those displaced. - Fire News photos by Mathew Pribish
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Rte. 3 Pickup Fire On October 1, 2016, the Clifton Fire Department responded to Route 3 westbound just past the Broad Street entrance for a reported vehicle fire. Unit 8-2 arrived and advised they had a heavily involved pickup truck. Engine 6 and Truck 2 responded and stretched a line and knocked down the fire shortly after arrival. - Fire News photos by Mark Rosetti
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Commercial Fire Snuffed On October 20, 2016, the North Arlington Fire Department responded to Ewing Avenue for the reported explosion with heavy fire and smoke visible. Companies arrived to smoke showing from a commercial structure. Units from Rutherford and Lyndhurst also responded as the fire was on the border of the North Arlington and Lyndhurst. Eventually a second alarm was called bringing in a Rutherford rescue and engine, and a truck from Kearny. - Fire News photos by Mark Rosetti
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Clifton Car Fire
Clifton Engine 6 and Truck 2 responded to Route 46 W by Van Houten Avenue for a reported car fire. Companies arrived to find an SUV with the engine compartment involved. Engine 6 stretched a line and knocked down the fire, as Truck 2 opened the hood for overhaul. - Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti
Apt. House Fire in Gloucester Twp.
Gloucester Township units were dispatched to the La Cascata second alarm was transmitted and crews set up multiple master Apartments on November 18, 2016. Crews arrived to find heavy fire streams in defensive operations. Crews remained in defensive operconditions in a two-story end-of-the-row apartment building. Crews ations and placed the fire under control. - Fire News photos by Ted Aurig were evacuated from the building as fire went through the roof. A
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Second Accident Within the Hour Back on August 12, 2016, Central received a call reporting a three-car MVA at the intersection of Routes 50 and 610, a few hundred feet from an accident that took place less than an hour prior. Tuckahoe Fire Rescue and Upper Township Rescue were dispatched. Tuckahoe Chief Ed Carter confirmed a three-car MVA on arrival. The driver of one vehicle was treated and transported to Cape Regional Medical Center. Also responding was the New Jersey State Police. - Fire News photo by Robert Macom
Clifton Car Fire On September 21, 2016, Clifton Alarm received a call for a vehicle smoking on Route 3 west past Broad Street. Engine 5 and Truck 2 were dispatched and found a well involved car. Engine 5 stretched a line and knocked the fire down seconds after arrival. - Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti
Garbage Truck Rollover On November 14, 2016, the Fairfield Fire Department responded to a garbage truck that had rolled over at the Gately Overpass exit ramp from Route 46. The driver had self extricated and West Essex First Aid Squad Rescue was cancelled as the driver was transported with minor injuries. - Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti
Budd Lake Apt. Fire On November 27, 2016, the Budd Lake Fire Department was dispatched to Hensyn Village apartments for a reported apartment fire. First arriving units dispatched a second alarm. Engine 53 arrived and stretched a line to the first-floor apartment as Ladder 58 laid in from a hydrant and Tower 96 came in and went to the second floor and checked for extension. The fire was knocked down in under 20 minutes and all occupants were out, but the unit suffered heavy fire and smoke damage. Four residents were displaced and were assisted by the Red Cross. A police officer was taken to the hospital and released for minor smoke inhalation. Flanders, Netcong, Chester and Hackettstown assisted along with Flanders and Budd Lake First Aid Squads. - Fire News photo by Kevin J. Maloney
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Hamilton Rollover Laureldale and Mays Landing units responded to Route 50 for a report of an MVA with rollover, entrapment, and fire. Laureldale Chief Chris Tilley arrived, established command and had the first Laureldale engine extinguish a small fire. There was no entrapment as the occupant self extricated, but required medical attention and was treated at the scene by EMS and transported to the hospital. - Fire News photo by Ken Badger
6 Injured in E. Vineland MVA Richland and East Vineland crews responded to the intersection of Oak Road and Tuckahoe Road for a report of an MVA with overturn and entrapment. East Vineland Deputy Chief Brad Ruggeri arrived and established command, followed by Richland Chief Tony Monfredo who assumed operations. Six patients were transported by EMS from the City of Vineland, Dorothy, East Vineland, Buena Borough, Hamilton Township, and Atlanticare with Medics 4 and 12 responding as the ALS, with two medevac’d by PennStar 2 and Cooper 1. - Fire News photo by Ken Badger
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Vacant House Fire in Pemberton
On October 30, 2016, Pemberton Township Fire Department was dispatched to Cheyenne Trail for a dwelling fire. Upon arrival, Chief Craig Augustoni found heavy fire out of division A and put all companies in service. The house was vacant and the fire was under investigation. Mutual aid came from Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, Cookstown, Woodland, Juliustown and Easthampton. - Fire News photos by Tom Walker
Nice Save in Ocean City
On October 6, 2016, Central Dispatch received a call reporting a commercial van on fire between houses. Upon arrival, Ocean City Chief Chris Breunig found a fully involved commercial van with exposures on the Bravo and Delta sides. First-due crews quickly
extinguished the blaze, saving the exposures despite the fire load in the van. No injuries were reported and the fire was under investigation. Responding units were Ocean City Fire, Ocean City Recue units, and Ocean City Police. - Fire News photos by Robert Macom
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Multiple Vehicle Crash
On November 19, 2016, units responded to a multi-vehicle crash at the intersection of Routes 610 and 50 in the Petersburg section. Upon arrival, Tuckahoe Chief Ed Carter confirmed one entrapped and requested a Medevac. Marmora Fire Rescue was called to handle the LZ. The patient was extricated and flown to Atlantic Care City Division. The accident was under investigation by the New Jersey State Police. - Fire News photos by Robert Macom
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Mt. Laurel All-Hands
On November 7, 2016, Taskforce 36 was dispatched for a dwelling fire after a passerby reported smoke showing from a gable vent and the sound of smoke detectors alerting from inside the house. Chief 3603 arrived on location and ordered Ladder 3635 and Engine 3611 in service. Chief 3603 held the assignment to the first alarm and put the fire under control within 15 minutes. The fire marshal was investigating. - Fire News photos by Dave Hernandez
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MVA’s Around the State
Mays Landing MVA
2-Car MVA
The Mays Landing Volunteer Fire Company along with the Township of Hamilton EMS and Police responded to Milepost 48.0 on eastbound Route 322 on October 9, 2016, for a report of an MVA with rollover and entrapment. - Fire News photo by Ken Badger
Cardiff and Bargaintown, along with the Egg Harbor Township Police and EMS responded on October 14, 2016, to the intersection of Reega and Ivins Avenues for a report of an MVA. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
2-Car MVA in Hamilton Twp. Cologne and Mays Landing, along with Township of Hamilton EMS and Police were dispatched to Routes 40 and 322 on October 8, 2016, for a two-car MVA. - Fire News photo by Ken Badger
GSP MVA
Somers Point MVA
Route 50 MVA
The volunteer fire companies of Farmington and Bargaintown responded to the Garden State Parkway's Atlantic City Expressway on ramp for an MVA. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
The City of Somers Point Volunteer Fire Department responded to the intersection of Shore Road and Harbor Avenue on October 15, 2016, for a report of an MVA. - Fire News photo by Carl Crossman
On September 3, 2016, Central Dispatch received a report of a two-car MVA on Route 50 in the Seaville section. Seaville Fire and Upper Township Rescue were dispatched. - Fire News photo by Robert Macom
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Mays Landing MVA The Mays Landing Fire Company along with Hamilton Town-ship EMS and Police responded to Ocean Heights and Harbor Avenue on October 10, 2016, for an MVA with fire. - Fire News photo by Ken Badger
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Car Under Guardrail in Flanders Firefighters from Flanders Fire Co. #1 and Rescue Squad recently extricated the driver of a small car that ran under a guard rail on Route 206. - Fire News photo by Doug Fenichel, Flanders PIO
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Paterson 2-Alarm Jumps On October 7, 2016, the Paterson Fire Department responded to a fire in the area of Rosa Parks Boulevard and 12th Avenue. E-5, 1, 4, 3, L-3, 1, BC-2, R-2 and 68-1 responded. BC-2 arrived and reported a fully involved, vacant 2-1/2 story frame with a severe exposure problem on the B side and requested a second alarm. Heavy fire involved both buildings. The B exposure was also a 2-1/2 story frame but was occupied. The original fire building collapsed within 20 minutes of units’ arrival but with two ladder pipes and numerous handlines, the main body of fire was knocked down in about an hour. No firefighters were injured and the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office was called due to the large amount of fire on arrival. - Fire News photos by Peter Danzo
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Belleville House Fire On October 18, 2016, the Belleville Fire Department responded to Union Avenue for a reported structure fire. Car 2 arrived and confirmed an active fire in the walls and requested engines from Nutley and Bloomfield. Companies opened up and prevented any further extension. - Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti
Tuckahoe Saves Dwelling On November 5, 2016, firefighters responded to a structure fire on Old Tuckahoe Road in the Tuckahoe section of Upper Township. Units arrived to find smoke coming from a building in the rear of the main structure with everyone out. The initial crew located the seat of the fire and quickly brought it under control. - Fire News photo by Robert Macom
Mays Landing Structure Fire The Mays Landing, Laureldale and Cologne fire companies were dispatched for a fire in a residential boarding home on Park Road on November 17, 2016. All residents escaped safely and the fire turned out to be a kitchen fire, which was quickly knocked down. - Fire News photo by Alan Dumoff
West Orange House Fire On November 17, 2016, the West Orange Fire Department responded to Forest Hill Road for a house fire. Truck 1 arrived and reported heavy smoke and fire blowing out the Division 2 side window. Companies made an aggressive interior attack to knock down the fire as a second alarm was struck bringing Montclair, South Orange and East Orange. The fire was placed under control within 45 minutes. - Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti
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Evesham All-Hands Apartment Fire
On November 21, 2016, District 22 units were dispatched to the Allison Apartments off North Maple Avenue for a caller reporting smoke coming from a downstairs apartment. Chief 2210 arrived and all hands were placed in service as Ladder 2235 forced entry and Engine 2211 stretched on the fire. The fire was quickly placed under control and units checked adjoining apartments for extension. No injuries were reported and FM 22 was investigating. - Fire News photos by Dave Hernandez
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Pleasantville Car Fire The City of Pleasantville Fire Department responded to the parking lot of Centerfolds Gentleman’s Club on November 23, 2016, for a report of a vehicle fire. Engine 1 arrived to find a vehicle fully involved and quickly brought it under control. The incident was being investigated by the Pleasantville Police Department. - Fire News photo by William McFarland
Mt. Laurel Brush Fire On November 27, 2016, Engine 3632 was dispatched for a reported brush fire on Saint David Drive. Firefighters arrived to find a small brush fire in the woods. They extinguished the bulk of the fire with a water can and overhauled with the brush unit. - Fire News photo by Dave Hernandez
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MVA into River On November 29, 2016, while Clifton units were working a structure fire, Nutley Truck 1, covering Clifton, responded to Route 3 eastbound for an MVA with rollover. Upon arrival, units found a single-vehicle down an embankment, through a fence and into a creek. The occupant was able to self extricate and was transported to a local hospital. - Fire News photos by Mark Rosetti
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Bus Extrication Drill
Recently, the Budd Lake Fire Department along with the First Aid Squad, Flanders Fire and Allamuchy Fire conducted a drill on bus accidents. The scenario was set up as a school bus rolled over onto a car with people trapped. The crews each took a side of the bus. Budd Lake and Allamuchy stabilized the bus as Flanders removed the driver and Budd Lake First Aid worked on removing the person from the car trapped under the bus. All personnel learned some good lessons on bus construction and where to make cuts and where the safest areas to remove kids from the bus were located. - Fire News photos by Kevin J. Maloney
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Hackensack FFs Donate 100 Turkeys
On November 21, 2016, members of Hackensack Fire Department IAFF LOCAL 2081 and 3172 donated 100 turkeys and hundreds of pounds of Thanksgiving dinner fixings to the Center For Food Action in Hackensack. The members assisted with the loading of cars, stocking shelves, and distributing over 200 Thanksgiving din-
ners to the citizens of Hackensack and other Bergen County residents. “It feels great to give back to the community,” said Tim Rice, Local 2081 delegate. Thanks to all the members that participated and donated. - Fire News photo by Justin Dereyanik, PIO
Junior Firefighter Day in Harrison Harrison FMBA Local 22 held their first Junior Firefighter Day on October 29, 2016, at Library Park. The event was packed from the moment it started. Firefighters planned this event for Harrison’s children using their own money and donations. There was free hot dogs and candy, the ‘stop, drop and roll’ station, a smoke-filled tent, a hose station where the kids got to squirt a real fire hose, face painting, the ability to don fire gear and, of course, all the kids got to look at and sit in the apparatus. The firefighters would like to thank Laura Alicia, Vincent Alicia, and Brittany Reynolds for donating their time and supplies for the face painting. They would also like to thank the following companies: A&J Seabra of Harrison, RP Baking of Harrison, Walmart of Kearny, Shoprite of Kearny, and Carlo's Bakery of Hoboken. The day of the event the Harrison/East Newark Elks donated $500 to the cause. Local 22 is already starting to plan next year’s event. - Fire News photos courtesy of Steve Fostek, Harrison FD/PIO
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Halloween in Pemberton Pemberton Township Recreation and the Pemberton Township Fire Department and Emergency Services presented a Monster Mash for the community on Halloween. - Fire News photos by Tom Walker
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Cape May County RUST On November 5, 2016, the Cape May County Regional Urban Search and Rescue Team (RUST), comprised of firefighters from multiple departments throughout Cape May County drilled on a simulated building collapse at the U.S. Coast Guard Training Center in Cape May. - Fire News photo by Robert Newkirk
New Boat for Ocean City Ocean City Fire took ownership of a new rescue boat. - Fire News photo by Robert Macom
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H2M, PACHECO ROSS JOIN FORCES H2M architects + engineers (H2M) is excited to announce its part- service-line to the next level. With similar values and attitudes nership with Pacheco Ross Architects, P.C. (PRA) as of October 1, towards the way we approach our work, PRA is both a cultural and 2016. Both firms are looking forward to bringing their individual professional fit and we are looking forward to what we will be able expertise together to provide a high quality level of service to both to achieve for our clients moving forward.” David Pacheco, AIA, NCARB, co-owner of Pacheco Ross their current and future clients. PRA brings a diversified national presence in the emergency Architects, P.C. adds, “We’ve worked with H2M for many years and response market to H2M’s distinct presence in several markets have always been impressed by their culture, professionalism, work including Fire/EMS, Education, Energy, Industry, Insurance, product and attitude toward clients, particularly in its similarity to our approach. While we were Municipal, Public Agencies, sometimes competitors, we Real Estate, Wastewater and were always colleagues and it Water, rounding out the two was only logical to envision the firm’s vast capabilities. With a great opportunities, future posclear strength in the emergency sibilities and benefits to our response market, Pacheco Ross clients that a merging of these will remain in Albany, NY and two great firms would enable.” will be fully integrated with the Dennis Ross, AIA, NCARB, H2M team, working on all types co-owner of Pacheco Ross of design projects. Architects, P.C. said, “While Throughout the past 20 years Pacheco Ross and H2M are PRA and H2M have built a both very excited about our strong relationship working merger and where this can go, together on several major projthe real excitement is for curects. While each firm is unique, rent and future clients because a common thread that has now we can offer a vast range of brought them together is their services to help our clients go in respect, work ethic and profesdirections they never thought sionalism when it comes to possible.” finding the best methods to (Left to right): Richard Humann, P.E., President and CEO, H2M Joseph M. Mottola, R.A., serve their clients. architects + engineers; Joseph M. Mottola, R.A., Senior Vice President, H2M and PRA both Director of Architecture, H2M architects + engineers; Dennis Ross, AIA, Senior Vice President, Director approach their work with one NCARB, Co-Owner, Pacheco Ross Architects P.C.; and David Pacheco, of Architecture, H2M architects AIA, NCARB, Co-Owner, Pacheco Ross. Architects P.C. + engineers stated, “After workcommon priority - their clients. ing with Dennis and David That value of putting their clients’ needs above all else is what brings H2M and PRA together in throughout the course of my career, I am excited about what we will such a seamless fashion. The two firms recognize that a successful be able to accomplish together. With our clients at the forefront of project cannot be completed without proper communication, respect everything we do, our level of knowledge, expertise and passion for and integrity between themselves and their clients. This synergy the emergency response market will allow us to provide unmatched affirms the strategic business decision both firms have made to bring quality and service.” their relationship to the next level. Rich Humann, P.E., President and CEO of H2M architects + engineers said, “It is a true honor to officially announce our partnership with Pacheco Ross. As a nationally recognized firm, PRA’s expertise within the emergency response market will surely bring H2M's
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On the Field with the
NewYork Jets Growing up on Long Island, child number eight of nine from an Irish family, there’s only one football team that you could root for. Of course, it’s the New York Jets! When the Meadowlands Fire Department contacted me about filming a show with them, I jumped on the opportunity. Chief Kevin Meehan was the person that reached out. He informed me that he had two firefighters that were unbelievable cooks and brothers, Gerard and John Centanni. December 5, 2016, the day I was invited to attend, was not any ordinary day. Prior to the game, a special acknowledgement was being made to all first responders. Myself and 300 other first responders, from firefighters, to police officers, to EMS technicians, walked out onto the field to help display an enormous American flag. The national anthem was sung by a young lady from the NYPD. It was an honor for me to be involved in this display of patriotism. While on the field, the Jets players came running out through the tunnel and lined up directly behind me. Firefighter Centanni said to me, “Now your a big guy,” and I am big.
Six foot, 225 pound of solid muscle (well maybe not solid!). I looked like a child next to these giants. Unfortunately, the Jets were playing the Colts that night and the final score was 27-10 Colts. To all who are Jet fans, you are accustomed to the feeling of defeat. It is hard to be a Jets fan, but they have one of the most loyal fan bases around! The Meadowland Fire Department confirmed this fan base fact by comparing the tailgate parties of the Giant fans versus Jet fans. Cooking with the Meadowlands Fire Department was one of my favorite days of filming. Dealing with the Jet’s public relations department and the representatives of the stadium, was a pleasure. Chief Kevin Meehan is in charge of a great group of men that are very proud to call themselves Meadowland Firemen. I would go back there any time! Even for a Giant’s game! To find out more about Firehouse Kitchen or how to become a sponsor, visit firehousekitchenshow.com and be sure to friend us on Facebook and watch the show. Check your local listings for channels and show times.
MEADOWLANDS MARSALA 8 veal cutlets (about 3 ounces each) Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 to 3 tbs of unsalted butter 2 to 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 large shallot, finely chopped 2 to 4 garlic cloves, smashed 2 ounces sliced mushrooms 1/2 cup sweet marsala 3/4 cup chicken broth 1 fresh rosemary sprig Season veal with salt and pepper. Melt one tablespoon of butter and one tablespoon of oil in large skillet. Add four cutlets and cook until golden brown (about one minute per side). Remove the veal and add another tablespoon of butter and oil (if necessary). Place the remaining cutlets in pan and cook until golden brown. Set veal cutlets aside. Saute the shallot and garlic. Add the mushrooms and sauce until tender and juice evaporates. Season with salt and add marsala. Simmer until the marsala reduces by half. Add broth and rosemary leaves. Simmer about four minutes. Add the veal to the sauce and heat for about one minute (being sure to turn cutlets over). Remove, season to taste and enjoy!
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AHFAS Cadets leader and EMT Ali Maddock (left) plays the patient while cadet Paige Huff practices taking a blood pressure reading.
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Cadets Olivia Crowther and Chris Glietz practice CPR skills on an infant.
AHFAS cadets Cece Crowther (left) and Oliva Crowther practice patient assessment skills during a recent drill.
Atlantic Highlands Trains AHFAS cadets (left to right) Olivia Crowther, Alyssa Curry and Gina Keel drill on a variety of patient assessment skills during a recent drill.
In November, the Atlantic Highlands First Aid and Safety Squad Cadets held a training session. - Fire New photos by Richard Huff
AHFAS cadet Madeline Reynolds giggles while Julia Dwight tries to take her blood pressure during a recent drill.
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Cape May Fire Police Donate to Fireman’s Home The Association of Cape May County Fire Police donated money to the New Jersey State Fireman’s Home in honor of William ‘Pop’ Belles. Belles was past-President of Rio Grande Fire Company, Cape May County Firemen’s Association, the Cape May County Fire Chiefs Association and the Cape May County Fire Police. Pop Belles also served on the Middle Township Traffic Advisory board. (Left to right): Chief Jim Belles (RGFC), Safety director Pagliughi, George Karolyi, Roy Burnham, Jim Mathews and Cassmiro ‘Sonny’ Delaurentis, Jr. - Fire News photo by Robert Newkirk
Ocean City Training The Ocean City Fire Department of Cape May County took advantage of a home that was going to be razed and trained on search and rescue after smoking up the house with a smoke machine. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
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Up Close & Personal Bob Hoffman of the Port Norris Volunteer Fire Company and John Laws of the Dividing Creek Volunteer Fire Company, both of Cumberland County. Two fire service veterans and neighbors, at the Wheaton Village Muster in Millville on August 21, 2016. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
Farmington Volunteer Fire Company #4 Firefighters Brittany Gross and Holly Cherry participating in Basic Extrication Training on October 8, 2016, at the Atlantic County Anthony ‘Tony’ Canale Fire Training Center in Egg Harbor Township - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
Surf City Fire Company Chief Michael Wolfschmidt stands next to ex-Chief Emil Tum Suden, in front of the company’s new rescue engine. The truck was dedicated to ex-Chief Suden for the tremendous amount of time and work he put into the company since joining in 1962, including serving as company Chief for 20 years. - Fire News photo by Mike Nowacki
Judson Moore (right) President of the New Jersey State Fire Chief’s Association with President George Heflich of the New Jersey State Firemen’s Association at the annual Chief’s Convention in Wildwood. - Fire News photo by Robert Kirsch
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Up Close & Personal
The Erskine Lakes Volunteer Fire Company 1 of Ringwood, now has an addition to the three generations of firefighters serving. (Left to right): John Jonker, Jr.; John Jonker, Sr.; Cortney Jonker; and Dan Jonker. Cortney graduated from the Passaic County Fire School in Wayne in November. - Fire News photo by Woody Hood
Graduating from the Firefighter I course are Bogota’s latest firefighters, Donn Stofan, to the right of Deputy Chief Joe DiMauro and Evan Schroer. - Fire News photo by E J Rode
Members of the Little Silver Fire Police at the Mid-Monmouth Fire Police meeting in Long Branch. - Fire News photo by Chris ‘Doc’ Denton
Members of Eatontown Fire Police at the Mid-Monmouth Fire Police meeting in Long Branch. - Fire News photo by Chris ‘Doc’ Denton
City of Northfield Deputy Chief (ret.) Bob Leeds at the controls of Engine 67 during a house fire on Bay Drive. - Fire News photo by Ken Badger
City of Northfield Chief (ret.) Henry ‘Hank’ Martinelli operating Engine 65, which had five lines off of it at a Bay Drive fire. - Fire News photo by Ken Badger
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Double Wetdown in Dover On October 10, 2016, the Dover Fire Department held a double wetdown for their 2016 Pierce Enforcer Engine and 2016 Chevy Tahoe Chief’s rig. - Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti
Successful Fire Prevention Night Nonetheless On October 7, 2016, the Linden Fire Department held its annual Fire Prevention Night in front of Linden City Hall. The department had its many resources out on display and Linden Firefighters FMBA Locals 34 and 234 were present to serve hot dogs and help explain the equipment. With donations from NuStar Energy and Walmart they raffled off bicycles and helmets to four lucky children. An hour into the night the department received a call for a structure fire. Though shorthanded the night was still able to proceed and provide a fun and informative night for all. - Fire News photo by Mathew Pribish
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EHT 9-11 Ceremony
Liberty Park 9-11 Memorial
The Egg Harbor Township 911 Ceremony was held at the Bargaintown Volunteer Fire Company with Bargaintown President Dennis Hoffman serving as master of ceremonies. The Egg Harbor Township Police Department posted the colors and was followed by an invocation by Atlantic County Firefighters Association Chaplain Thomas Sweeny, remarks from Bargaintown Chief Eugene Sharpe, Deputy Mayor Paul Hodson, and a keynote speech by retired City of Pleasantville Deputy Chief Michael Corbo who operated at Ground Zero. - Fire News photo by Ken Badger
A small ceremony of remembrance was held on September 11, 2016, at Liberty State Park in Jersey City. A somber event of first responders, military and civilians, the gathering honored the fallen on this fifteenth anniversary of the terrorist attacks. Thirty-seven people from Jersey City lost their lives during the attacks. Present were color guards from several branches of the military, ROTC students, and Jersey City Medical Center EMS. The crowd was addressed by Director Christopher Rodriguez of New Jersey’s Division of Homeland Security and Preparedness, and United States Army Colonel Morton Klein. In a tribute to the fallen, Jersey City Fire Department’s Marine 1 boat displayed red, white and blue water in the air over the Hudson River. The boat is named in honor of JCFD Dispatcher Joseph Lovero, who died in the 9/11 attacks. - Fire News photo by Matt Spadaro
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FDIC Speakers Corner - Rick Lasky Rick Lasky, a 35-year veteran of the fire service, is Chief (ret.) of the Lewisville (Texas) Fire Department. He began his career as a firefighter on the southwest side of Chicago. While in Illinois, he received the 1996 International Society of Fire Service Instructors Innovator of the Year award for his part in developing the “Saving Our Own” program. He was the co-lead instructor for the H.O.T. Firefighter Survival program at FDIC for more than 10 years, is an editorial advisory board member of Fire Engineering, and also serves on the FDIC advisory board. He is the author of Pride and Ownership - A Firefighter’s Love of the Job and Five Alarm Leadership: from the Firehouse to the Fireground (Fire Engineering) and is the co-host of the radio show “The Command Post” on Fire Engineering Talk Radio. He has an asso-
ciate’s degree in fire science from Columbia Southern University and was selected as the CSU 2012 Distance Education and Training Council Outstanding Graduate. Don’t miss the 2017 FDIC Int’l Opening Ceremony Presentation of the Tom Brennan Lifetime Achievement Award to Chief (ret.) Rick Lasky, and a look at previous winners including such fire service legends as Alan Brunacini, Ray Downey, Denis Onieal, John Norman, Vincent Dunn, Francis Brannigan, Bill Peters, and Ron Siarnicki. This award is named for Fire Engineering Editor in Memoriam Tom Brennan, who embodied a lifetime of achievement in the fire service.
Atlantic Highlands Gets Donation Members of the Atlantic Highlands Lions Club present a Zoll ResQ CPR System to the Atlantic Highlands First Aid and Safety Squad. (Left to right): Atlantic Highlands Lions Club Secretary Norris Horsman, past-President Lee Hofman, 1st Vice President Tim Paddack, President Penny Hofman-Morris and AHFAS Chief Bill Mount. - Fire News photo by Joe Mendoza
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