Last night, two of our members graduated the 210-hour Firefighter 1 course at SCESTA. Congratulations to Jillian Korman and Attila Kun-Szabo for the completion of this course and we can’t wait to see what your future beholds. ... See MoreSee Less
Congrats and thank you for caring about our community!
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2 new volunteers congratulations
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⏰ Time is Running Out! 🚒🔥
We'd like to remind everyone that if you haven't reserved your Firefighter T-Shirt, Hoodie, or Mug yet, now is the time! These exclusive items will only be available for a limited time, and once ordering closes, they won't be offered again.
✅ All colors and sizes are available while supplies last.
Don't miss your chance to show your firefighter pride and own this special collection. ❤️🚒
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***DRILL NIGHT*** Tonight the members of Millstone Valley Fire Department went to the canal to practice drafting operations and pump refreshers. #drillnight🔥🚒
Want to be apart of the fun? Come down 7-9 Sunday-Thursday and meet some of our crew. 2365 Amwell Road, Somerset NJ 08873. ... See MoreSee Less
Earlier this week at our monthly tuesday meeting, two of our members Justin Hartmann and Tanner Gorky recieved their black shields, officially ending the probationary period.
This is a big milestone because getting your black shield is more than just completing the probationary period, there are many nights of hard work and training that are involved. Learning where all tools and equipment are on the apparatus, as well as learning the rules and how we operate in this District are just some of what’s required. These two men have put in a lot of time and we wish them luck as they continue their dedication to Millstone Valley and the residents of District One, Congratulations gentlemen! #MillstoneValley #Goodbyeorangeshield ... See MoreSee Less
I know Justin Hartman is a amazing person to be a firefighter
Congrats guys! Definitely well deserved, keep up the good work!
Congratulations Tanner!
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Great job. Congratulations 😀
Congratulations Men do great things, thank you for protecting our District
Congratulations and thank you for dedicating your time and effort to Millstone Valley!
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Congratulations brothers!!! Well deserved!!!
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2 new volunteers congratulations
⏰ Time is Running Out! 🚒🔥
We'd like to remind everyone that if you haven't reserved your Firefighter T-Shirt, Hoodie, or Mug yet, now is the time! These exclusive items will only be available for a limited time, and once ordering closes, they won't be offered again.
✅ All colors and sizes are available while supplies last.
Don't miss your chance to show your firefighter pride and own this special collection. ❤️🚒
Order before the campaign closes! Visit the link below for more details. 💙👕👇https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18WYJneWh8/
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. ... See MoreSee Less
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. ... See MoreSee Less
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. ... See MoreSee Less
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! ... See MoreSee Less
With October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the members of Station 28 continue to try and increase awareness for this important cause. Breast Cancer holds a special place in several of our members hearts as we have several survivors in our “family”.
During the month of October, our members will be wearing Pink firefighting hoods to show our support. This will be our 2nd year wearing the hoods, hopefully our visual appearance will raise the awareness for those that we encounter.
This year Fire Prevention Week is October 6 – 12 and the theme is Prevent Kitchen Fires. Station 28 will be holding our annual Open House on Saturday October 19th from 11am – 4pm. This event will focus on how to Prevent Kitchen Fires, 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.
Join us this Saturday at the Somerset County Fire Academy in Hillsborough, on Roycefield Rd, for a live demonstration of Residential Fire Sprinklers. The Somerset County Fire Marshals Association is presenting this live demonstration in an effort to bring awareness to everyone about the major impact that Residential Fire Sprinklers can have on a home fire. With today’s materials burning hotter and faster, you need early water application to prevent complete devastation from a fire, Residential Fire Sprinklers do just that.
Air 28 was placed in service in June 2013 as a Special Services unit to provide Air, Light, and Rehab services along with being Station 28’s primary RIC vehicle. The photograph below shows the inventory stored in the HDR box area and roof top. Additional items requiring a controlled climate or easy access to the crew cab area are stored inside of the cab and walk-in area of the box. The members of the truck committee spent many hours designing a truck that stores a vast inventory of equipment in an effective way that makes it easy for members to retrieve. Photos of the compartments and inventory list will be posted shortly.
Shortly after 3pm on Saturday 9/14, Ranger 28 was requested to assist Station 36 with multiple brush fires in a difficult to access area of Dukes Farm. Ranger 28 and Ranger 36 were able to access the fires and utilized their on board foam tanks to extinguish them without incident.
12 years ago the most unimaginable terroristic acts occurred on our country. With the cause yet not fully known, hundreds of emergency workers responded to the Twin Towers to begin to mitigate the problem. Why? Because that is what we do. We go where there is a need, without question, without prejudice, without hesitation.
Never Forget is not just another slogan that the fire service created, it’s a mindset. It goes far beyond the fire service. We as Americans, regardless of race, creed, religion, must never forget that those who perished that day were not victims of some accident, they were MURDERED. We must remember them and honor their legacies.
For the emergency service personnel that gave their lives, we will never forget the 343 that died that day. But Never Forget can’t stop at those 343; since the attacks over 1,000 people have developed a WTC cancer. We must not forget that these men and woman gave selfishly of themselves to help those in need, who now have health issues.
Please take today to remember that firefighters give whatever is needed, to whoever is needing, whenever they can. We don’t do it for the glory, we don’t do it for the money, we do it for the community’s we serve.
NEVER FORGET 343 and ALL Emergency Service Personnel
On Sunday September 8th, Millstone Valley continued with its commitment to maintain a skilled RIC team. An early departure traveling to the Morris County Fire Academy for a bit of a change in training venues. Members reviewed advanced search techniques and executed several exercises to locate and remove lost or trapped firefighters.
Crews completed Denver and Pittsburgh evolutions along with an advanced search using the mask confidence course on the training grounds. Thanks to the instructors at Morris for providing a challenging training regimen today.
On Sunday morning, September 8th, Station 28 was requested to standby at Station 27, East Franklin, while they operated at a 2nd alarm structure fire. Squad 28 responded on the assignment and remained at Station 27 while crews operated for about an hour and a half.
On Labor Day, Station 28 assisted South Plainfield Emergency Services during their annual Labor Day Fireworks. Air 28 was requested as in years past and this year Ranger 28 was added to the request.
Ranger 28 was staffed with 2 personnel including an EMT, providing rapid response services to the area surrounding Spring Lake Park. Air 28 staffed with 4 personnel and provided lighting for public safety.
This past week, Station 28 sent several members to 4 days of training at Fire Rescue International. 6 of our junior officers and senior firefighters completed the Company Officer Leadership 1 education track, while both Chiefs completed the Chief Officer Leadership 1 track.
Our dedicated members attended more than 20 hours of training to further their education and continuously improve on the level of service we provide to our community.
As Chief of the Department, I would like to thank these individuals for their dedication.