Earlier this morning, Co.1 was requested for an Engine and manpower to back up fire companies 2 and 4 for a working tractor trailer fire on Route 287 Northbound. Rescue Engine 117 responded with a full crew and assisted with water supply, extinguishment, and overhaul. Units operated for just over an hour before returning to quarters.
Shortly before 10pm last evening, Fire Company 1 was dispatched as mutual aid to Allendale for a house fire. Initially requested to stand-by at Allendale’s firehouse, Engine 115 was redirected to the scene while enroute. Upon our arrival, Firefighters from Allendale and the surrounding mutual aid were searching for the fire which was deeply seated in the walls and attic space. Engine 115’s crew was immediately ordered into the building to assist in getting access to the seat of the fire. Working as a team, interior crews from several towns opened up walls and ceilings to expose and then knock down the fire. After the initial knock down extensive overhaul was completed and any remaining hot spots were extinguished. Co.1 operated on scene for around 2 hours before being released. Job well done to the Allendale FD & the mutual aid scene.
At around 6pm this evening, Fire Companies 1 and 3 responded to the area of Masonicus Road and Airmont Avenue for a reported brush fire. After arriving on scene, Engine 115 found that an area approximately 20 feet by 20 feet was burning. 115’s crew immediately stretched a hand line and began to extinguish the fire. Rescue Engine 117, RS-1, and Engine 320 arrived to assist with manpower, extinguishment, and overhaul of the area. Also on scene was Mahwah Police who assisted with traffic control. Crews returned to quarters after operating for about 45 minutes.
Yesterday evening, Fire Co.1 responded to a local business for an activated fire alarm. Upon arrival, 1st due Rescue Engine 117 gained access to the business to investigate the source of the alarm. Additional crews from Rescue 1 and RS-1 arrived to assist 117. While conducting a thorough search, crews located the source of the alarm activation to be a malfunctioning rooftop HVAC unit. Firefighters secured utilities to the affected unit and verified no signs of fire or smoke. All units operated on scene for approximately 30 minutes before returning to quarters.
Company 1 would like to congratulate one of our own. Today, FF Juliette Bosco graduated from the FDNY EMS academy. After 18 weeks of hard work Juliette also had the honor of being class valedictorian. Good luck and stay safe on your new career!
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For this Wednesday’s (02/19) drill, the members of Rescue Co.1 drilled with our Airbags. After reviewing lift points, proper cribbing & setting up the system, various evolutions were performed using a simulated victim pinned under a vehicle. These tools are just one of many ways we can safely lift heavy objects. As the Townships Rescue Company, we constantly train with our technical rescue equipment to keep ourselves sharp for these challenging incidents where seconds count!
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Shortly before 5pm yesterday evening, Fire Companies 1, 2, 3, and 4 responded to a residence for a reported appliance fire in the kitchen. Upon arrival, crews found that a dishwasher had caught fire but was extinguished prior to FD arrival. While the fire was contained to the appliance, firefighters removed the damaged washer from the residence and checked for extension while additional crews set up ventilation to clear the smoke condition from the home. All units operated on scene for approximately 45 minutes before returning to quarters.
Rescue Engine 117 and Engine 320 on scene at a carbon monoxide alarm earlier today
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Busy Super Bowl Sunday for the Volunteers of Company 1 At approximately 4:15pm, Companies 1, 2, and 3 were dispatched as mutual aid to Ramsey for a working house fire. Upon arrival, Ramsey FD was making an aggressive interior attack and had heavy fire on the 1st floor with extension to the 2nd floor and attic. Engine 115’s crew was immediately sent into the building to assist with hose lines and also to open up the ceilings and walls to expose and extinguish the fire. As Engine 115’s crew worked interior operations, Company 2 stood by as the FAST team, and Company 3’s Air Unit provided SCBA support. Engine 115 operated for about 2 hours before returning to quarters. Job well done goes out to Ramsey FD who were faced with tough conditions upon arrival. Later that evening, Companies 1 and 2 responded to the Homewood Suites for an activated
With what may be a significant snowstorm expected to impact our area later today, the volunteer firefighters of Rescue Company 1 have completed storm preparations and remain ready to respond. If possible, please stay home. If you must travel, use caution on the roads.
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