Station 28 extends our condolences to the Van Deursen family as Butch was a past Chief for Middlebush Volunteer Fire Department - Station 44 and a past Captain for East Millstone First Aid SquadEast Franklin Fire Dept. is saddened to announce the passing of Ex-Chief/Life Member Donald “Butch” VanDeursen. Butch was an active member for over 60 years.
More information to follow as it becomes available.
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The members of Millstone Valley ask that you keep the family, friends, and the Somerset County Hazmat Team in your thoughts as they navigate the loss of Chief Gregory Snook Sr. We are truly sorry for your loss, and may he rest in peace.
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This past week has kept the members at Millstone Valley busy, here’s a rundown on some of the serious Incidents.
On 6/15 Franklin D1 was dispatched to an address on Easton Ave for a fire alarm, it was quickly retoned for a smoke condition and a small fire was located inside, fortunately first arriving companies and Franklin Township Fire Inspectors made a quick stop and there was no extension. Squad and Air 28 were on the road but subsequently cancelled.
On 6/14 just before Midnight Station 28 was Dispatched into Franklin District 3 for the 4th alarm structure fire. Squad 28 with a crew of 4 arrived and assisted with fire suppression by pulling a 2.5 inch line off of Engine 25-1 Community Volunteer Fire Co.#1 and setting up a master stream. While Squads crew and Chief 28 operated the master stream, Squad 28 was assigned to tie into the hydrant across from the address and relay pump Tower 26 Elizabeth Avenue VFC. During the fire our drones were requested to the scene. Utility and Air 28 responded and a drone was utilized to see where fire and hot spots remained. Chief 28 was eventually in charge of Aerial/Drone Operations. All MLVFD units cleared from D3 at 7:00am.
On 6/13 at 8:24pm Franklin D1 was dispatched to an address on Willow ave for a reported structure fire. Chief 56 Somerset Fire and Rescue arrived and found an attached garage fully engulfed. A first alarm was called. Due to the quick actions of first arriving companies the fire was held to the garage. Squad and Air 28 arrived and assisted with pulling ceilings and checking for further extension. Thank you to our mutual aid companies for assistance on scene or covering the district.
On 6/9 just after 3:30 pm Station 28 was dispatched to an address off of Taurus Dr in Hillsborough Township for a 2nd alarm structure fire. Squad 28 responded with 5 and after arriving set up as the Rapid Intervention Team. Squads crew stood by for 45 minutes without incident before being released. A quick knock kept this fire to only the involved units. #Millstonevalley
The members from Millstone Valley are keeping those affected by these recent fires in their thoughts during this extremely difficult time.
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Here’s a map of the Town wide yard sale happening in East Millstone/Millstone borough, Saturday and Sunday Rain or shine! Enjoy and be safe!
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Squad, Utility and Chief 28 responded and assisted on scene of this fire for 2 hours. Great stop by initial arriving companies!
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Chief, Air and Utility responded to this incident in South Brunswick yesterday. Great stop by the Firefighters on scene.
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It’s that time of the year when the Easter Bunny returns to Millstone Valley! Please join us April 4th at 12:00pm for the Easter Egg Hunt! All are welcome! It’s also a great opportunity to check out the Fire Trucks and meet our Firefighters! Save the date and we hope to see you then! 🐰 #Millstonevalley #egghunt
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