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Eastampton Engine Places Second!
October 16, 2011
Lieutenant Mike Czaja announced that Interface Engine 3413 placed second in the "Best Appearing Engine" category at the annual Home Depot Fire Safety Show.
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Congratulations,
Paramedic Huebner!
October 13, 2011
Department Chief Gene Oberfrank announced that Lieutenant David P. Huebner II, FF/EMT, has passed his national registry paramedic exam and is now a FF/Paramedic. |
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Congratulations, Lieutenant Huebner!
June 1, 2011
Department Chief Gene Oberfrank announced that David P. Huebner II has been appointed to the position of fire Lieutenant.
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Carbon Monoxide Death
Reported in New Jersey
October 17, 2011
Over the past weekend, the New Jersey
Poison Information and Education System (NJPIES) received its first
report of death from carbon monoxide poisoning for this heating season.
Since carbon monoxide is an odorless and colorless gas that can deprive
the body of oxygen, the NJ poison experts encourage everyone to install
carbon monoxide detectors in his or her home, especially near sleeping
areas and near the furnace and/or water heater. Carbon monoxide
poisoning is a real danger and should be taken seriously. Exposure can
produce headaches, sleepiness, fatigue, confusion and irritability at
low levels. At higher levels, it can result in nausea, vomiting,
irregular heartbeat, impaired vision and coordination, and death.
NJPIES leaders urge medical professionals, parents, educators,
caregivers and the general public to call the toll-free poison center
hot line, 800-222-1222, with any
questions about carbon monoxide poisoning or for any poisoning
emergency. Even after a serious poisoning, symptoms may not appear until
many hours later. DO NOT wait until symptoms
appear. The NJ poison experts are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a
week. All services are free and confidential.
Life-Saving Tips
- Open flues when fireplaces are in use
- Chimneys should be inspected and cleaned annually
- Test carbon monoxide detectors and smoke alarms to make sure they work
- DO NOT idle the car inside the garage
- NEVER use charcoal indoors or in areas with inadequate ventilation
- Have a trained professional inspect, clean and tune-up central heating systems like the furnace every year
- Gas appliances must have adequate ventilation so that carbon monoxide will not accumulate
- Install carbon monoxide detectors near your furnace and/or water heater, as well as on every floor
- NEVER use charcoal or gas stoves to heat your home
- DO NOT use gas powered equipment like portable generators, propane stoves, charcoal grills in the home or garage
If you suspect carbon monoxide poisoning take
immediate action:
- Get out of the house.
- Contact your local fire department immediately.
- Do not waste time opening windows or trying to air out the
house/building; which will delay your escape from possibly dangerous
fumes.
For more information, visit
www.njpies.org or call
973-972-9280.
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NJ Poison Information & Education System
Post-Hurricane Safety Advisory
September 1, 2011
Now that hurricane cleanup has begun, the NJ poison
experts want to remind residents how to stay safe
and prevent accidental poisonings during the cleanup process.
- Do not use gasoline powered washers or generators in
the basement, home, or garage. Gasoline powered equipment releases
large amounts of carbon monoxide, increasing the risk of carbon
monoxide poisoning.
- NEVER MIX cleaning products such as ammonia and bleach or
other disinfectants.
- Use bleach to clean mold off hard things (like floors,
stoves, sinks, certain toys, countertops, flatware, plates, and
tools). Mix no more than 1 cup of bleach in 1 gallon of water.
- When working with cleaning products, wear rubber boots,
rubber gloves, goggles, and when necessary, a mask to prevent skin
and respiratory irritation.
- Open windows and doors to get fresh air when using cleaning
products.
- Wash hands routinely and thoroughly to prevent infection.
Wash all clothing worn during cleanup in hot water separate from the
laundering of routine clothing.
- Take things that were wet for two (2) or more days and place
them outside the home to be cleaned or thrown away.
Help is Just a Phone Call Away: 1-800-222-1222
If you suspect a poisoning,
Call the NJ Poison Center's Hotline immediately at
1-800-222-1222 for treatment
advice. The NJ poison experts recommend putting the number in all
family cell phones as well as programming it as a speed dial number
on landlines. In addition, the hotline number should be prominently
posted near all phones in the home.
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New Jersey Division of Fire Safety Issues
Post-Hurricane Fire Safety Advisory
September 1, 2011
State Fire Officials Warn of Electrocution Risk
from "Backfeeding"
of Power Lines
TRENTON, N.J. - New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA)
Commissioner Lori Grifa today issued a warning to residents
regarding the
potential dangers of portable generators and "backfeeding" in the
aftermath
of Hurricane Irene.
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Eastampton Board of Fire Commissioners
Change of Scheduled Meeting Date
August 18, 2011
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Eastampton Board of Fire Commissioners, County of Burlington, State of New Jersey.
A. As previously advertised the date of time of the Regular meeting as Thursday August 18, 2011 be changed to Thursday August 25, 2011 due to a lack of quorum. The meeting will be held in the Eastampton Fire Station at 788 Smithville Road and will commence at 7:30PM.
EASTAMPTON BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
John Robertshaw,Chairman
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Eastampton National Night Out Event
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July 30, 2011
Eastampton will hold its first National Night Out on Tuesday. Police, fire and emergency crews from Eastampton, Lumberton, Tabernacle, Westampton and the New Jersey State Police will attend. The event will also feature Virtua Health paramedics, medical reserve corps, free document shredding, Scotia Acres Alpacas,
police K-9 demonstrations, free refreshments, and Burlington County College radio station Z88.9. |
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The event is from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the fire station at
788
Smithville Road.
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Cub Scout Community Service Day
March 27, 2011
The Eastampton Fire-Rescue Department assisted cub scouts from
Eastampton Cub Scout Pack 30
with their community clean up day, providing a traffic escort and
traffic safety vests while the boys removed roadside trash.
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2011 Fire District Election Results
February 20, 2011
The budget question was voted down. Lorraine LaPierre was elected to a position on the
Board of Fire Commissioners.
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Multiple Calls, including Energized Wires
February 19, 2011
At about 0730 hours, the EFD was dispatched to the 700 block of Powell Road for wires arcing.
While still en route to the initial dispatch, the department was dispatched to two separate alarm
system calls, one on Willowbrook Drive and the other on Smithville Road. Chief 3400 (Oberfrank)
investigated the alarm system calls, which were determined to be accidental due to the power failure.
Rescue Engine 3411 responded to the wires call and found a primary electric wire down, arcing on lawn,
igniting a brush fire. Crews could not begin extinguishment due to the energized electric lines. The
situation was compounded by sustained 35 to 45 mph winds, with gusts up to 60 mph.
Engine 3413 and Fire Police 3418 closed the road to traffic to relieve Eastampton police officers
to return to patrol. Utility 3419 stood by with Rescue Engine 3411 on scene until utility crews arrived
to cut power to the wires. Crews then extinguished the brush fire.
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Winter Safety Message Reminders
January
8, 2011
The Eastampton Fire-Rescue Department
reminds you to:
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Shovel out the hydrant closest to your home
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Do not shovel snow back out into cleared streets
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Make sure your house number can be seen from the street
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People with Disabilities
January 4, 2011:
Each year an estimated 2,655 deaths and 13,025 injuries occur as the result of
residential building fires. The risk of death or injury from fire is even greater
for people with physical, mental, or sensory disabilities. Declining mobility,
health, sight, and hearing may limit a person’s ability to take the quick action
necessary to escape during a fire emergency...
Learn more at the US Fire Administration site
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Slow Down, Move Over, It's the Law
Volunteer Opportunities
Email the Chief
for information on Fire & EMS volunteer opportunities
Monthly Calendar
First Monday
Emergency Squad Meeting at
Station 349
at 1930 hours
Second Monday
Fire Company Meeting at
Station 341
at 1930 hours
Third Thursday
Fire Commissioner's Regular Meeting at
Station 341
at 1930 hours
Station 349
is the Fire & Emergency building at 1380 Woodlane Road, near Smithville Road
Station 341
is the Fire Station at
788 Smithville Road, at the Rancocas Creek
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