On this day in 2011 the Mahwah Fire Department put in a solid 24 straight hours making numerous rescues from the historic flooding caused by Hurricane Irene. While property damages were significant our efforts assured no lives were lost that day. It also marked the birth of the Mahwah Elves as residents organized to help their neighbors.
At around 11PM last night fire companies 1, 2, 3, and 4 responded to the Acme Supermarket for a smell of something burning. After the first units arrived they reported that there was some smoke coming from one of the refrigerators. As fire crews investigated they found that a component had shorted out and was causing the smell and smoke. Fire crews shut the power to the refrigerator and began returning to quarters.
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At around 12:30 this afternoon Rescue 1 along with Fire Companies 2 and 4 responded to Darlington Avenue for a motor vehicle accident with an entrapped driver. After arriving on scene members of Rescue 1 stabilized the vehicle and worked to extricate the driver. After the driver was removed from the vehicle they were transported to an area hospital by Mahwah EMS.
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This past Wednesday at our weekly drill Company 1 members learned to use the oxy-acetylene and exothermic torches that are on our rescue truck. Think you would like to join us? Stop by Wednesday nights at 7:30pm or you can email us at info@mfdco1.org
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At around 12:30 last night Fire Companies 1, 2, 3, & 4 responded to Faulkner Court for a burning smell inside of a home. After investigating, Mahwah Fire found that the home had been struck by lightning. After ensuring the home, as well as the neighbors, were safe Mahwah Fire begin to return to quarters at around 2 a.m.
Last night at our weekly drill Company 1 members went to the fire academy to practice their extrication skills. In addition to using the jaws of life, members also spent time learning to use other tools such as grinders and air tools. Think you would like to join us? Stop by Wednesday nights at 7:30pm or you can email us at info@mfdco1.org
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At around 1:45 this afternoon fire companies 1 and 2 responded to Wanamaker Ave for a vehicle fire. The fire arriving units found that a small truck was on fire and that the occupant was out of the vehicle. Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire and overhauled the area before returning to quarters.
Members from Company 1 are currently standing by at the annual Ramapo College fireworks show.
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Members of Mahwah Rescue are currently standing by in Allendale for the annual July 4th Fireworks
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At around 8:40 this morning Rescue 1 responded to Indian Hollow Court after a person had fallen from a tree and landed down an embankment. After arriving on scene Rescue 1 worked with Mahwah EMS to secure the person and bring them up to the ambulance. Shortly afterward the person was transported to an area hospital and Rescue 1 returned to quarters.
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