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In this issue... 27 Cars Damaged in Fire A fire breaks out in an auction lot in Fairfield. See story on page 8
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Margate House Fire City of Margate firefighters take on a fire in a two-story wood frame. See story on page 17
Elizabeth FFs Combat Fire and Hunger Elizabeth Local 9 firefighters participate in the Hunger Doesn’t Take a Vacation program. See story on page 24
Sea Bright Firemen’s Field Day Highland takes first place at 40th Annual Firemen’s Field Day See story on page 27
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A Novel Use for Old Hose Oaklyn firefighters donate failed hoses to the Cape May Zoo. See story on page 31
So. Amboy Hold 125th Parade Despite the threat of Hurricane Joaquin, South Amboy celebrates its anniversary. See story on page 32
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From the Editor’s Desk Dennis Whittam, Editor
We Never Forget Our Own Recently I attended the FDNY Memorial Service. It is one of the most solemn events the FDNY holds. This year was no different than years past, but for some reason, I pondered the event and gave a lot of thought to it on my long ride home from New York City. For those of you that do not know, there is a monument on West 100th Street and Riverside Drive in Manhattan. The Firefighters Memorial in Riverside Park, dedicated on September 5, 1913, is one of the most impressive monuments in New York City. Each autumn, the incumbent mayor joins the fire commissioner and thousands of uniformed firefighters and EMS personnel at the Firefighter's Memorial to honor the memory of the FDNY responders who have lost their lives in the line of duty. This ceremony reaffirms the dedication of those who perform heroic acts on a daily basis. This year was no different. Mayor Bill de Blasio, FDNY Commissioner Daniel A. Nigro and Chief of Department James E. Leonard honored seven members who died in the past year at the 108th Annual Memorial Service. As I gave thought to this month's event, I asked myself what message does the ceremony show those who know nothing about the family known as the fire service? As I stood at the monument, I saw Mayor de Blasio, FDNY Commissioner Nigro and Chief of Department. Leonard speak to the families of the seven members who died. Looking at the faces of the family members, my heart sank for a moment. What is the purpose of this beautiful ceremony and the ceremonies that are held at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Park in Maryland, your individual state’s memorial and your department’s memorial service? Here is the common theme I see: I saw a mayor, a commissioner, a chief of department, and several chaplains reassure the families of the fallen that they will never be forgotten. I saw seven representatives of the FDNY comfort and make a presentation to their assigned family as the fire bell sang out in remembrance. I looked past the families and saw a sea of blue lining Riverside Drive for blocks and blocks. This signifies that the families who lost loved ones will always have someone to come to in time of need. All responders remember their fallen brothers and sisters and never turn their backs on their families. I ask all of our friends in government to join the principles of all fire departments and to support you by making sure that the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act is always their to help those Americans who suffer from illnesses related to 9/11. Let’s not add insult to injury. …Dennis
Announcements CHILI COOK-OFF FUNDRAISER AT CEDAR GROVE The Cedar Grove Volunteer Fire Department will be hosting a Fund Raising Chili Cook-Off on November 21, 2015, at 1050 Pompton Avenue in Cedar Grove, New Jersey, the Macedonian Orthodox Church Hall. All proceeds are to benefit Bill ‘No Fear’ Fearon. On May 3, 2015, life changed for New Jersey State Trooper Bill Fearon and his family when he was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor. Celebrity judge, Chef Amanda Freitag, will be judging who gets bragging rights for best chili. Radio celebrity Todd Pettengill will be Master of Ceremonies. Please go to cgfdchili.com for more information, to register to cook, and to purchase tickets.
8-YEAR-OLD HERO IN CLERMONT
Around 0300 on September 24, 2015, eight-year-old boy Bradley Bianchino was awakened by “an extremely bright orange glow in his room.” He looked out his window to see that their front porch was on fire. He immediately ran to awaken his mother who was asleep in a rear room. Because of the his quick and smart actions, both were able to escape without injury. Dispatch toned Oceanview and Dennisville to respond to a porch fire on Meadow Creek Drive in the Clermont section. Upon arrival the Oceanview chief witnessed that the fire had breached the exterior wall of the A side and was into the eaves and roof of the building, and immediately called for full box alarm that had Seaville and Avalon respond. Responding units were from Oceanview, Dennisville, Seaville, Avalon, New Jersey State Police, and Atlantic City Electric. - Fire News photo by Robert Macom
NEW JERSEY CITY UNIVERSITY TO HOLD OPEN HOUSE Interested in earning a Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science? NJCU will be holding their fall semester Open House on the Communiversity Campus at Brookdale Community College in Lincroft on Tuesday, November 17, 2015, from 1630 to1830. Come, meet the professors and staff and learn what a degree in Fire Science at NJCU is all about. For more information please go the University’s website at www.njcu.edu or contact Prof. Anthony Avillo, Fire Science Chairperson at Aavillo@njcu.edu or Anna Scanniello at ascanniell@njcu.edu.
NVFC AWARDED GRANT TO ADDRESS FIRST RESPONDER HEALTH AND SAFETY The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) a $786,580 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) grant to conduct a series of health and safety initiatives over the next year. The grant will help the NVFC build on existing health and safety programs as well as address emerging issues facing the fire and emergency services. A cornerstone of the NVFC’s mission is to address firefighter health and safety, reducing injuries and deaths among the volunteer fire and emergency services. The NVFC, with support from previous FP&S grants, administers groundbreaking health and wellness programs including the Heart-Healthy Firefighter Program, the Share the Load behavioral health support program, and the B.E.S.T. Priorities for Health and Safety. In addition, the NVFC has released resources and training to help with vehicle safety, cancer awareness and prevention, and other critical areas of firefighter health and safety.
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2-House Fire in Paterson As companies worked a five-alarm building fire on Godwin Avenue, a second alarm came in for Rosa Parks Boulevard for heavy fire showing in two, 21/2story frame structures. A Paramus engine and a Pompton Lakes truck were first on scene and quickly got water on the fire through a deck gun and ladder pipe along with handlines. Companies from Wayne, Pompton Lakes, Hawthorne, Little Falls, West Paterson and Clifton worked the fire. - Fire News photos by Mark Rosetti
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COVER STORY
Substation Fire in Waldwick
On the morning of September 13, 2015, Waldwick Fire Department responded to multiple calls reporting an explosion and fire at the PSE&G electrical substation off of Hopper Avenue. On arrival, found a working fire involving a large metal structure housing transformers and electrical equipment and containing a large amount of mineral oil used as a coolant. Command advised all units not to enter the yard until PSE&G confirmed that the power was off. Companies covered all exposures until the power was secured, which also allowed time for foam units to arrive, water supplies to be established and companies to set up and get ready to work.
The okay was given two hours after arrival of the first companies, and it took over an hour for the large volumes of foam to finally knock down the majority of the fire. The cause of the fire was believed to be an equipment failure. Only one firefighter suffered minor injuries from being struck in the leg by a hose line. Companies from throughout Bergen County responded to the scene and for cover assignments, along with some companies from neighboring Passaic County; foam units were requested from throughout the region. - Fire News photos by Peter Danzo
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Bar Fire in Somers Point On September 12, 2015, the City of Somers Point Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to the 900 block of Shore Road for smoke in the area of Gregory’s Bar, where Chief Frank Denan found a smoke condition inside the A exposure of the building, and Assistant Chief Mike Sweeney found an active fire inside the kitchen in the rear. Mutual aid was requested from City of Linwood and Scullville. The fire was brought under control quickly. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
Well, There Were Plenty of Personnel Around On September 17, 2015, the City of Somers Point Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to milepost 28 southbound on the Garden State Parkway for a report of a trash truck on fire. This was the travel day for firefighters heading south for the Wildwood convention, so seemingly everyone stopped to offer assistance. Assistant Chief Mike Sweeney (Car 401) arrived and reported a Waste Management truck well involved and requested a water tender from the Marmora F.D. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
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27 Cars Damaged in Fairfield Fire
On October 1, 2015, the Fairfield Police Department was alerted to a fire involving multiple vehicles at the Skyline Auto Auction, located at 100 Route 46 East. The Fairfield Fire Department was dispatched and extinguished the fire. Twenty-seven vehicles were damaged to some extent, as there were high winds and the vehicles were tightly parked. There were no injuries. The cause and origin of the
fire is still under investigation by the Fairfield Fire Prevention Bureau, thea Fairfield Police Department and the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office. The West Essex First Aid Squad and Atlantic Healthcare Ambulance EMS-7 were staged at the fire scene as a precautionary measure and to support the firefighting operations. - Fire News photo by Tim Connolly, AC/FFD
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Quick Work in Hackensack
On September 22, 2015, members of the 3rd Platoon responded to Berry Street for a fire in a 2-½ story frame building. Deputy 3 arrived to smoke showing from the porch roof on the A/B corner and put all hands to work. Engine 4 stretched a line as Ladder 1 opened the ceiling on the first floor to gain access for Engine 4’s line. Rescue 1 conducted primary searches in the house. Other companies assisted with opening the roof, stretching additional handlines and overhauling. The fire was knocked down in 15 minutes. - Fire News photos by Justin Dereyanik
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On August 29, 2015, North Hudson Regional Fire Rescue units were dispatched to 82nd Street and Kennedy Boulevard for a reported building fire. L-5, quartered less than two blocks away, turned out and called a working fire with heavy fire showing from the second floor of the two-story, ordinary, mixed occupancy building. BC-3 transmitted a second alarm on arrival. Due to heavy fire conditions, companies immediately set up for an exterior attack and, as fire broke through the roof, command transmitted a third alarm. Two ladder pipes, a telesquirt and several outside handlines were put into operation and had the main body of fire knocked down in about 40 minutes, although pockets of fire continued to flair up from the roof and several sections of the second floor. No injuries were reported, and the building suffered heavy fire damage to the second floor which was unoccupied and under renovation. - Fire News photos by Peter Danzo
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Point Pleasant Overturn
On September 6, 2015, during the busy Labor Day weekend traffic Point Pleasant Beach Stations 42 and 43 were dispatched to Route 35s for a vehicle on its side. Unit 430, Rescue 4303, Engine 4211 and Engine 4301 were on scene for about an hour to assist with stabilizing and removing the vehicle. - Fire News photos by Mark Rosetti
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Fair Lawn 2-House Job On August 7, 2015, the Fair Lawn Fire Department responded to a house fire on Rys Terrace. On arrival, the chief requested a second alarm for an outside fire between two houses with extension into both. Companies mounted an aggressive offensive attack in both buildings and were able to quickly knock down the heavy fire. Both homes sustained moderate damage, much of it on the exteriors. No injuries were reported and a third alarm was requested for manpower. - Fire News photos by Peter Danzo
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Off-road Rider Gets Medevac
Upper Township Rescue was dispatched to a motorcycle accident. While en route, dispatch relayed that the male might be suffering from broken ribs. Upon arrival Upper Rescue discovered a male with chest pains and a possible fractured femur. Upper Rescue immediately called for a medevac. Marmora provided ground sup-
port for the LZ. The patient was transported to Atlantic Care City Division Trauma Center. Responding units were Upper Township Rescue, Marmora Volunteer Fire/Rescue, Atlantic Care Medics and New Jersey State Police. - Fire News photo by Robert Macom
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2 Injured in Upper Twp. Head-on
On September 24, 2015, Upper Township Rescue Squad and Marmora Volunteer Fire/Rescue were dispatched to a head-on MVA in the area known as Shaw’s Pig Farm on Tuckahoe Road. Initial reports indicated that two women, a 55-year old in one car and a 17-year old in the other, were unconscious with one entrapped. Crews worked for approximately two hours. The 55year old woman was pronounced dead at the scene, and the 17-year old was flown to a trauma center in serious condition. Crews responding were from Marmora, Upper Township, New Jersey State Police, Atlanticare MICU. - Fire News photo by Robert Macom
Netcong House Fire
Recently, Netcong firefighters responded to a home on Highland Avenue for a reported fire on the second floor. Chiefs 1 and 2 arrived and requested a second alarm. The first-due engine company stretched a line to the second floor and made quick work of the fire. The Stanhope Netcong First Aid Squad treated a man rescued by neighbors from the rear of the house and transported him to a local hospital. The following companies assisted at the fire and for station coverage: Budd Lake, Stanhope, Byram and Roxbury. - Fire News photo by Kevin Maloney
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Paterson 3-Alarm Recently, the Paterson Fire Department responded to the dead end street of Park Place for a reported building fire. Companies arrived to heavy smoke showing from a large 2-1/2 story frame duplex, which had been the scene of a fire a couple of weeks prior. With limited access, heavy fire on the second floor and water issues, command requested a second alarm. Companies stretched multiple lines into the building for an aggressive offensive attack and after about 15 minutes were making good progress. A third alarm was requested for manpower. - Fire News photos by Peter Danzo
We’re Gonna’ Need More … The Montclair Fire Department sent Truck 2 to Grove and Mt. Hebron Roads for a bus leaking fuel. Truck 2 a r r i v e d a nd re que s t e d Engine 2 to respond with more drying agent, and a special request was made to headquarters to have more units bring drying agent. Car 4 responded to the scene and requested Nutley Hazmat to respond. - Fire News photos by Mark Rosetti
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Margate House Fire
On September 13, 2015, the City of Margate Fire Department was dispatched to the 100 block of North Thurlow Avenue for a confirmed working structure fire. The City of Longport Volunteer Fire Department was also dispatched for mutual aid, and firefighters arrived to find the front of a two-story, wood frame, single-family dwelling involved with exposure to the D side. Quint 24 took a posi-
tion in front of the structure and deployed two lines and quickly knocked down the fire and halted the threat to the exposure. Crews then proceeded to knock down all interior fire, but had to fly the aerial to knock down a stubborn hot spot on the A/D corner. - Fire News photos by Dennis C. Sharpe
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Brush Fire at Electric Plant On September 29, 2015, the volunteer fire companies of Farmington and Cardiff responded to the Atlantic City Electric Company’s substation on Fire Road for a report of a brush fire. Farmington Assistant Chief Dennis Sharpe arrived and established command and was met by representatives from the electric company and was informed a high voltage line had dropped down and started the fire. Command had apparatus stand by until the power was turned off, and two engines then knocked down the perimeter. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
Another No-No: Pizza and Driving On September 21, 2015, a man and a child escaped injury in an MVA that had run off the road. Central dispatched Tuckahoe Volunteer Fire and Upper Township Rescue to a reported vehicle off the road and into trees near Township Hall located on Route 631. It was reported that the man driving lost control of his vehicle while eating pizza. Responding units were Tuckahoe Fire, Upper Township, and New Jersey State Police. - Fire News photo by Robert Macom
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Maywood Laundromat Fire
On July 25, 2015, the Maywood Fire Department responded to a quickly extinguish the fire, as the truck company went to the roof to laundromat on Pleasant Avenue for a reported fire. On arrival, check for extension. The fire was placed under control in about 15 companies encountered a heavy smoke condition in the building minutes with minimal damage and no injuries. - Fire News photo by Peter Danzo caused by a fire in a commercial dryer. The first-due engine established a water supply and stretched a handline into the building to
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Up Close & Personal
Bloomfield FF Fitsimmons and DC McCarthy at a working fire on Grove Street in Clifton. - Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti
Lt. Bill McFarland at the controls of Farmington Rescue 1547 during training on September 29, 2015. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
Bloomfield Firefighters Gonyou and Arlett at scene of a second-alarm fire. - Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti
(Left to right): Bogota Fire Chief Mike Brophy, Firefighter Joseph DiMauro, Jr., who just graduated the Firefighter I course, and is a member of Engine Company I, and Battalion Chief Joseph DiMauro, Sr. - Fire News photo by E.J. Rode
Fair Lawn Deputy Chief Rinaldo and his son Dillon take a quick break together. - Fire News photo by Peter Danzo
Fair Haven Fire Company 2015 Field Day Team members in front of their 1975 Mack CF. (Left to right): First Aid Squad Captain Joe Truex; Deputy Fire Chief Michael Wiehl; Tenny Simmons, Jr.; Nick Lenczyk; Christopher Schrank; Tim Morrissey; and Kevin Countryman. - Fire News photo by Mike Nowacki
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Egg Harbor Twp. 9/11 Ceremony
The Egg Harbor Township’s 9/11 ceremony was held at the Farmington Volunteer Fire Company to dedicate their 9-11 Memorial. Mayor James McCullough gave the welcome, followed by a speech given by Assistant Chief Dennis Sharpe on how the fire company obtained the artifact. The keynote speech was given by Lt. Lemasters of the United States Coast Guard, Atlantic City Station along with Assemblyman Chris Brown. - Fire News photos by Dennis C. Sharpe
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E. Windsor at 9/11 Memorial Service
Community members gathered to commemorate the 14th anniversary of 9/11 during the township’s annual wreath-laying ceremony on September 11, 2015. The wreath-laying ceremony took place in front of the municipal building near the 9/11 Memorial, which is dedicated to six local victims — Colleen Barkow, Anil Bharvaney, Lorriane Bay, Neil Lai, Debbie Bellows and Ruth Lapin. East Windsor Fire Company and Rescue Squad volunteers along with East Windsor Township Mayor Janice Mironov lay a wreath at the township’s 9/11 Memorial, and FF Harvey Bailey sang several songs during the ceremony. - Fire News photos by Amy Batista
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Ocean City Gets New Hydraulics
AC Firefighters Raise $14,000 for MDS
Ocean City firefighters train on their new Jaws of Life from Hurst. - Fire News photo by Mark Rosetti
Labor Day weekend not only signaled the end of summer, but in South Jersey it is the time to get out and fill the boot for the Muscular Dystrophy Foundation, a traditional Labor Day event for decades. Atlantic City firefighters raised $14,000 for MDS. Great job brothers! - Fire News photo by William McFarland
Elizabeth Firefighters Combat Fire and Hunger On September 18, 2015, members of Elizabeth Firefighters FMBA Local 9 were on scene to make sandwiches for the Elizabeth Coalition to House the Homeless. This initiative was part of Assemblywoman Annette Quijano’s third Annual “Hunger Doesn’t Take a Vacation” program. This month-long event usually takes place in August, but due to the immense support and participation this year, firefighters had to wait until September for their opportunity to combat hunger in the City of Elizabeth. Firefighters, including some who just got off 24hour shifts where they fought a fire at the Port Elizabeth Marine Terminal, arrived to make 500 peanut butter and jelly, and turkey and cheese sandwiches. The sandwiches were combined to make 250 food bags. Members worked under the direction of Linda Flores-Tober, Executive Director of the Coalition. David Bialas, Vice President of Local 9, said, “Our career is about us helping the community in their time of need, and we are fortunate to have the opportunity to work with the Elizabeth Coalition to House the Homeless.” In addition, Elizabeth firefighters presented Executive Director Flores-Tober with a $500 check to help fund their work. “Our firefighters had a great time working with Linda and her volunteers and we hope to do so again in the near future,” said Vice President Bialas. Local 9 members make turkey and cheese sandwiches under the watchful eye of Linda Flores-Tober. (Top; back row, left to right): Vice President David Bialas; FF Daniel Nina; FF Angel Medina; FF Brian Nalducci. (Front row, left to right): Christina Topolosky, CoC Coordinator Union County Dept. of Human Services; Executive Director Linda Flores-Tober; Ms. Jeanette.
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Linden Swears in New Chief
On September 25, 2015, the Linden City Clerk, Joseph Bodek, administered the oath of office to Joseph G. Dooley as the Linden Fire Department’s eleventh Fire Chief. Chief Dooley started in the department in 1984, was promoted to Lieutenant in 1990, Captain in 1995, Deputy Chief in 2000 and Linden Fire Official in 2014. He has been instrumental in obtaining grants for the department totaling almost $5 million. The Chief, over his career, has received numerous awards from the City of Linden, St. Barnabas Burn Center and NJ State FMBA. Chief Dooley thanked his family and past and present department members in helping him to obtain the rank of chief. Immediately following his swearing in Chief Dooley’s first official duty was to promote firefighter Joseph Stanley to the rank of Lieutenant. - Fire News photos by Matthew Pribish
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ESI EQUIPMENT ANNOUNCEMENT NEW JYD NATIONAL SALES MANAGER ESI Equipment, Inc., the home of JYD Industries is proud to announce the hire of Tammi Northrop as the JYD National Sales Manager. Tammi comes to ESI with over a decade of experience in the rescue products field, previously in a similar position. Her duties will include the management of the JYD dealer network, coordinating the national and regional shows and assisting in marketing and product development. Tammi will be operating out of an office located in New York, but can be reached at ESI's toll free number: 1-800-574-8228 Extension 138; or, by e-mail at tnorthrop@jydind.com. Tammi will be a great asset to ESI/JYD Industries bringing her years of experience and her spirit of hard work to the many products offered under the JYD umbrella. JYD Industries is a manufacturer and wholesale distributor of vehicle rescue and other life-saving devices. JYD started with rescue strut stabilization equipment which is now part of the ZSTRUT and XTEND strut lines. The Sidewinder stabilization and lifting
jack has increased rescuers capabilities in basic stabilization and quick lifting. The New Glass Knife is designed to safely cut laminated glass in vehicles using a drill supplied by either the end-user or JYD. Other products include the Packexe window protection adhesive film that is found in the JYD Safety Kit. The Safety Kit includes many products to keep the patient, EMS and rescuers safe during the extrication process. Many other products round out the JYD offering which are all designed to create a safe extrication environment and to protect tools and equipment. Contact JYD Industries at: 1-800-5748228. Or by e-mail at: info@jydind.com. Visit our website at www.junkyarddogindustries.com or our Facebook page. ESI Equipment is located at 119 Keystone Drive, Montgomeryville, PA 18936.
Northvale Wetdown
The Northvale Fire Department hosted a wetdown for their 2015 at auction. Fun was had by all those who attended. Music and enterPierce Arrow XT Pumper designated as Engine 262. This engine tainment was provided by Johnny Mac DJ. - Fire News photo by Joe Fortunato replaces an aging 1981 Mack MC Pumper, which is slated to be sold
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Sea Bright Holds Firemen’s Field Day
On September 27, 2015, the Sea Bright Fire Department held their 40th Annual Firemen’s Field Day at Henry Hudson High School in Highlands. Teams from Fair Haven, Highlands, Shrewsbury, Atlantic Highlands, Sea Bright and Rumson participated. There were four different events in which teams participated to complete in the quickest time and to have a clean run. A great turnout of family and friends were on hand. After the event, everyone was invited to Highlands Fire Station where food and drinks were served and awards handed out. Highlands Fire Department was awarded the trophy for the 2015 Sea Bright Fire Department Firemen’s Field Day. - Fire News photos by Mike Nowacki
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Best Penne Alla Georgi On October 4, 2015, the Bayport Fire Department had a stand-by crew for the impending approach of Hurricane Joaquin. Luckily, the storm passed, but left behind in its wake the threat of massive flooding. Martin Silver, owner of Georgi Vodka as well as a huge supporter of the fire department and Firehouse Kitchen, wanted to do something for the fire department in celebration of National Vodka Day (which happened to fall on October 4). This gave me the idea of preparing food for our stand-by firefighters and what would be more appropriate, being it was National Vodka Day, than penne alla georgi (vodka). This led me to reach out to another one of the show’s supporters, Best Market, and ask for donation of the food that would be necessary to prepare this exquisite meal. Without hesitation, Best Market said yes! A few days prior, when I arrived at Best Market in Oakdale (to pick up the groceries), I was greeted by the manager and staff like I was a superstar. All the necessities were packed up and ready to go. When I noticed I needed a few more items, the manager said, “Anything for the fire department. Help yourself.” The actions of the employees were as beautiful as the store itself. Best Market gets a “two thumbs up” from Firefighter Ray. Back to October 4. It was a beautiful Sunday morning. Not the one that the weathermen had been projecting during the preceding days. Martin Silver was waiting for me in the parking lot with two cases of Georgi Vodka and a big neon Georgi sign, which he generously donated to the Bayport Fire Department recreational room. I said, “Two cases? How much penne alla vodka are we making?” Silver replied with a smile, “Whatever we don’t use, we’ll give to the firefighters — for when they are off duty of course!” I thought, besides feeding them, there are going to be some very happy men. We prepared the meal using Georgi’s vodka and the men devoured it and were very appreciative of the act of kindness from Georgi Vodka, Best Market and Firehouse Kitchen. This was extra special to me, being I am a volunteer of the Bayport Fire Department. The generosity of this town, the local merchants and the people that live here never ceases to amaze me. To find out more about Firehouse Kitchen or how to become a sponsor, visit firehousekitchenshow.com and catch our new season on NYCTV, starting October 8, 2015.
Penne Alla Georgi 1 pound penne 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 whole medium onion, chopped finely 3 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup Georgi Vodka One 14-ounce can tomato puree or tomato sauce
1 cup heavy cream 1 generous pinch red pepper flakes, plus more if needed 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt Freshly ground black pepper Grated Parmesan, for serving
Directions Cook the pasta according to package directions. Saute the garlic and onions in 2 tablespoons of butter and the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat until soft. Pour in the vodka, being careful if your stove has an open flame (remove the pan from the heat before adding). Cook and reduce for two to three minutes, then pour in the tomato puree. Stir the mixture until it's thoroughly combined, then reduce the heat to low. Pour in the heavy cream. Stir to combine, then turn heat to the lowest simmer possible. Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes and add salt and pepper to taste. Finally, stir in the remaining one tablespoon of butter. Pour the drained pasta into the sauce and toss to combine. Sprinkle on the Parmesan, then sprinkle on more red pepper flakes if desired.
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Members from Bloomfield Fire Department Engine 3, Rescue 1 and Truck 1 took part in training which included ropes and knots but was mainly focused on extrication. The members from Rescue 1 each got their chance at handling hydraulic tools as they removed the doors, windshield and roof. All companies assisted in the dash lift. - Fire News photos by Mark Rosetti
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Structure Fire in Middletown
On October 6, 2015, the Middletown Township Fire Department was dispatched to a fire alarm at the Saint Mary's Grammar School in the New Monmouth section of the Township. Approximately 55 firefighters from four companies of the Middletown Township Fire Department (Belford Independent, Belford Engine, Community and Port Monmouth Fire Companies), under the command of Department Chief Rick Hibell responded to the scene. The first
arriving units encountered heavy smoke inside the corridors of the main lobby area. Several activities were in progress in various parts of the large complex. The firefighters quickly ensured that everyone safely exited. Firefighters discovered a fire in a large storage room which was quickly contained and extinguished with minor smoke and water damage to other areas of the building. - Fire News photos courtesy of MTFD Photographer Laurie Kegley
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Tinton Falls Dedication Wetdown On September 26, 2015, Tinton Falls Fire Company #1 held a dedication/wetdown for their new Rescue-Engine 36-1-80, a 2014 Pierce Velocity Puc Rescue Engine. The truck was dedicated to two special people within the township of Tinton Falls: Tinton Falls FC#1 ex-Chief Gerry McPherson, who lost his battle to heart failure, and township resident Hannah Duffy, who lost her fight with brain cancer at the age of 14, during which Tinton Falls FC#1 rallied with her throughout her fight. Many local fire departments attended the dedication and wetdown. There was also apparatus judging for best appearing truck in many categories and for Chiefs Choice Award. A local band provided entertainment for the event and many raffles were held throughout the day. - Fire News photo by Mike Nowacki
A Novel Use for Old Hose August 28, 2015, Oaklyn Fire Department Assistant Chief Rich Repas and Battalion Chief Greg Grudzinski delivered to the Cape May County Zoo, 21 lengths of defective fire hose. The hose had all failed annual fire hose testing, and instead of throwing it out, it was donated to hose2habitat.org, who put Oaklyn in contact with the Cape May County Zoo. The zoo will use the hose in a myriad of uses, from making climbing and swinging mechanisms for the primates to toys for the larger animals. - Fire News photos courtesy of BC Greg Grudzinzki
Across the River on 9/11 The view from Liberty State Park in New Jersey of the Freedom Tower and the lights commemorating the Twin Towers. First responders from fire trucks to first aid and police were lined up all night into the morning hours to take a photo of their apparatus with the New York City skyline and the Twin Tower lights as a backdrop. - Fire News photo by Amy Batista
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The Parade Goes On
Despite the threat of Hurricane Joaquin, the South Amboy Fire Department held their 125th anniversary parade and the New Jersey State Firemen’s Exempt parade on October 3, 2015. Over 20 departments attended the parade and marched through the streets of South Amboy to celebrate 125 years of service with the South Amboy Fire Department. Judging of apparatus was done early in the morning by Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, where many pieces of apparatus were cleaned and judged to win in their respective categories. After the parade, everyone was invited down to Enterprise Truck 8 station where trophies were awarded and food/refreshments were served to all participants - Fire News photos by Mike Nowacki
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Ocean Fire Company’s New Truck The Ocean Fire Company in Point Pleasant Beach recently put into service Engine 4201, a 2015 Emergency-One Quest with a 2000 gallon per minute pump, 780 gallon water tank and a 50'ft TeleBoom ladder. It will be first-due to most calls in town and mutual aid engine to some calls out of town. It replaces a 1996 Emergency-One Cyclone engine. - Fire News photo by Mike Nowacki
Egg Harbor Blue Mass The Church of St. Katharine Drexel in Egg Harbor Township celebrated one of its three Blue Masses on October 3, 2015, honoring all emergency responders. The mass was celebrated by the Rev. Father John Vignone, pastor. Responders were escorted into the ceremony by the Knights of Columbus Color Guard. Afterwards Father John blessed all the participants hats and helmets and distributed St. Michael cards to the law enforcement officers and St. Florian cards to the firefighters. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
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Wildwood Show Scenes
Look for more Wildwood photos in the next edition. - Fire News photos by Dennis C. Sharpe