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2014 Annual Open House

September 18, 2014Events, News, Uncategorizedadmin

This year Fire Prevention Week is October 5- 11 and the theme is Working Smoke Alarms Save Lives. Station 28 will be holding our annual Open House on Saturday October 18th from 11am – 4pm. This event will focus on smoke alarms, but we will also have games and gifts for kids, food, and our members will be available to answer any other questions you may have.

Bring the entire family down for some fun and education, and don’t forget to visit our neighbors at the Canal Fest taking place on Market St.

https://www.facebook.com/DelawareRaritanCanalFestival

Fire Rescue International 2014

August 13, 2014Events, News, Uncategorizedadmin

Members of station 28 are attending Fire Rescue International in Dallas, TX. Our members are participating in various levels of the Officer Development Program from Company Officer to Chief Officer. The extended commitment these members have given of themselves, will allow them to better serve the residents and transients of Fire District #1. These members have acknowledged that training never ends, and FRI provides some of the best continuing education available.

Joint RIC Drill with Station 36

June 22, 2014News, Uncategorizedadmin

On Saturday morning, June 21st, stations 28 and 36 went to Hunterdon County Emergency Services Training Center for a joint RIC drill. The crews from both companies completed exercises in hostile environment mask/regulator change outs and Pittsburgh drill prior to intermingling the crews for a larger scenario. All members worked extremely well together and made the day a huge success. The companies provide RIC services for each other therefore a closer interaction between the members enhances safety for all. A special thanks to the instructors as well, their guidance and scenarios made the training very challenging.

MV Fire on Jacques Ln

June 11, 2014Fire Call, Uncategorizedadmin

Just prior to 10:30pm on Tuesday evening, Station’s 28 and 44 were dispatched to a possible vehicle fire on Jacques Ln and Canal Rd. Car 28 (Chief Stashek) arrived to find a vehicle in the road fully involved. Squad 28 arrived and deployed the Front Bumper Foam Line and extinguished the fire. Deputy 44 (Ubry) assumed operations with the crew from Engine 44-2 providing additional manpower. Chief 44 (Cuddy)assisted Fire Police 44 with the road closure on South Middlebush Rd side, while Fire Police 28 closed the Canal Rd side. Tanker 44 was also on scene as an additional water supply.

Spring ’14 Firefighter 1

June 2, 2014News, Uncategorizedadmin

On Sunday, June 1st, the spring class for Somerset County Emergency Services Training Academy completed their Hands-on practicals. The group endured over 150 hours of training in total and will be among the first in New Jersey to receive the Pro Board Certification, which is a nationally recognized certification. Among those achieving this certification are 3 of our own Station 28 members; Mat Russo, Kyle Scheuerman, and Chris Slomkowski. Great job guys, and to all the graduates.

Annual Village-Wide Yard Sale

May 16, 2014Events, Ladies Auxiliary, News, Uncategorizedadmin

Once again the Millstone Valley Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary will be sponsoring the Village Yard Sale. The 2 day event will take place on June 7th and June 8th Rain or Shine. We encourage you to register early at the discounted fee of $10 ($20 the day of).

See flyer for more information and registration form.

Ranger 28 provided EMS Assistance

May 3, 2014Fire Call, Uncategorizedadmin

At 18:03 on Saturday, Ranger 28 was special requested to assist Kendall Park EMS with removing a patient with a leg injury from the wooded area between Canal Rd & Mosher Rd. EMS accessed the patient on foot who was in a creek bed approximately 300 yards into the woods. Due to the recent flooding carrying the patient out of the woods would be difficult. Ranger 28 accessed the victim who was already packaged by Kendall Park EMS and safely transported the victim out of the woods to a waiting ambulance. All units cleared at 18:34 hours.

Amwell Rd MV Fire

May 3, 2014Fire Call, Uncategorizedadmin

At approximately 8:30am on Saturday, May 3rd, Millstone Valley (Station 28) and Elizabeth Avenue (Station 26) were dispatched for reported vehicle fire at Mettlers Road and Amwell Road. After C282 marked up responding, FTPD advised that the car was fully involved. D/C McDonnell (Car 282) arrived and established Amwell command. Squad 28 arrived and stretched the front bumper 1.75″ line and began extinguishment. Engine 261 arrived and was assigned to assist Squad 28 crew with opening up the engine and passenger compartments. Crews worked together to complete extinguishment and overhaul. All units cleared by 9:05am and scene turned over to FTPD to await wrecker and direct the heavy traffic in area due to Amwell being the only crossing of the Millstone River open after recent flooding.

MV Fire

April 15, 2014Fire Call, Uncategorizedadmin

At 17:24 hours on Tuesday April 15th, District #1 responded to Madison Suites Hotel for a fully involved car fire. Car 442 arrives first establishing command. Engine 261 and Squad 28 arrived simultaneously, and deployed a front bumper foam line from Engine 261. No damage to any other vehicles or the building occurred, all units cleared in approximately 25 minutes.

Easter Flower Sale & Egg Hunt

April 5, 2014Events, Ladies Auxiliary, News, Uncategorizedadmin

Stop in on April 18th from 8am until 6pm or April 19th from 9am until 2pm for our Annual East Flower Sale. We will have an assortment of flowers ranging in price from $5 to $30.

Then join us for an Easter Egg Hunt on April 19th at Noon. There will be separate groups based on age, so don’t hesitate to bring both the little and big kids.