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Multiple Injury Crash

25APRIL2008- At 16:24 hrs Station 23-1 and Squad 23-21 were dispatched to to three vehicle motor vehicle crash on Branch Ave in front of 7-11 with one vehicle off the roadway and possible entrapment.  Arriving first on scene were Chief Gibson, Chief Salerno, and EMS Capt. Bennett.  They advised negative entrapment and one vehicle off the roadway into a yard with multiple injuries.  Engine 23-77, Rescue 23-86, EMS Unit 23-56, and EMS Unit 23-57 responded within minutes with full crews.  Crews from E-77 stretched a 1' 3/4 line to cover the SUV that had gone off the roadway. Firefighters assessed all vehicles to check for fluid leaks.  Fire and EMS crews assisted all occupants from the vehicles involved.  EMS treated 4 victims.  One victim was transported to Monmouth Medical Center and three patients were treated on scene by EMS and refused transport to the hospital.  The crash is under investigation by the Little Silver Police Dept.  Units cleared the scene at 17:18 hrs.

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Smoke From a Structure

20APRIL2008- At 20:41 hrs, Station 23-1 was dispatched to a restaurant on Prospect Ave for reported smoke coming from the roof of the building.  Chief Gibson responded in and established Fire Command.  Command advised there was a smoke condition coming from the roof and requested Shrewsbury Fire Department (Station 45-1) for a ladder truck.  Engine 23-77 responded in first due with a crew of 5.  Crews from E-77 used a ground ladder to access the lower portion of the roof. Engine 23-75 responded and stood by at the hydrant.  It was determined by the roof crew that the smoke was coming from an exhaust fan on the roof which had a build up of grease inside it.  Fire Command cancelled the response from Shrewsbury FD. Prospect Ave was shut down for a brief period of time in the center of town by fire police.  Rescue 23-86 and EMS responded for support.  Command released all units at 21:15 hrs.

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Fund Drive

The Little Silver Fire Company's Fund Drive Mailing is now in progress.  Please note that we do not solicit over the telephone.

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Special Election!

Congratulations to newly elected 2nd Lieutenant Peter Giblin!

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MVA With Wires Down

19FEB2008- At approx. 1100 hrs., Station 23-1 was dispatched to Birch Ave for a reported MVA truck vs. pole with live wires down.  Police units arrived and confirmed a telephone pole down with live wires across the roadway.  Chief Gibson & Chief Salerno responded in and established fire command.  Upon further investigation it was determined that a tractor trailer took down wires which knocked an old telephone pole down across the roadway.  Negative injuries.  Engine 2375 & Engine 2377 responded and stood by on Birch Ave. Fire Units secured the scene and awaited JCP&L's arrival.  Rescue 2386 and EMS unit 2357 responded as well.  All units cleared at approx. 1200 hrs.

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Passing of Brother Firefighter

The Little Silver Fire Company regrets to announce the passing of Allan Wright.  Allan joined the department in 1955, served as chief in 1966, and was the co-chairman of the Fire Company's 75th Anniversary and 100th Anniversaries.  Alan will be missed very much. 

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2008 Fire Company Dinner

On Febuary 2nd, the Little Silver Fire Company held it's annual instillation dinner at the Shadowbrook Restuarant in Shrewsbury.  There were several awards given out during the evening.

Firefighter of the Year: Walter Stearns

Fire Police Officer of the Year: Roger Dolan

Outstanding Service as Fire Chief:  Chris Beronio

Outstanding Service as Fire Police Captain:  Chip Connell

Outstanding Service as EMS Captain:  Al Bennett

Outstanding Service as Chief Engineer from 1969 Until 2007: Ed Burdge

We would like to congratulate these members for their efforts!

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Dog Rescued From Underneath Vehicle

06JAN08-  Around 17:45, the Little Silver Fire Department was dispatched to Prospect Avenue and Little Silver Point Road for a vehicle vs. dog with the dog pinned under the vehicle.  Rescue 2386 and Engine 2377 responded under the command of Chief Gibson and Chief Salerno.  Crews lifted the vehicle using hydraulic rescue tools and stabilized the vehicle.  The dog was removed from underneath the vehicle, given oxygen using our new pet oxygen masks, and transported to the Red Bank Veterinarian Hospital by Police.  Crews cleared shortly after.    

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One Trapped on the Gooseneck Bridge

12DEC2007-  LSFD, EMS and Fire Police were dispatched to a multiple vehicle MVA at the top of the Gooseneck Bridge.  Engine 2375, Rescue 2386 EMS 2356 & 2357 responded in under the command of Asst. Chief Pete Gibson  Upon arrival, 4 injuries were reported.  2386 used the rescue tools to extricate one of the victims, Engine 2375 pulled a hand line to cover the scene. Little Silver EMS transported 2 of the injured to Riverview Medical Center Red Bank.  Oceanport EMS was on the scene and transported 2 to Monmouth Medical Center Long Branch.  Oceanport Fire Dept. was also on the scene to assist.  All units cleared at 1530hrs. 
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Election Results Are In!

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Fire Prevention

Fire Marshall Rich DeFazio, Lieutenant Frank Salerno, and Firefighter Jason Hayman participated in a fire prevention detail at Point Road School.

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LS Emergency Services Receive Pet Masks

18NOV2007- The Little Silver EMS recently received a generous donation to help pets in respiratory distress.  LSEMS Sergeant Peter Giblin attended a ceremony at the 4-H club in Freehold to receive Pet Oxygen masks.  The oxygen masks received are reusable and come in different sizes to fit house hold pets.  The masks can potentially help save the lives of dogs, cats, and rabbits.  This will be an essential tool if one of your family pets are experiencing respiratory problems due to inhaling to much smoke from a fire.  This project was put together by "Paws 4 A Cause Dog 4-H Club" and the masks were given to different Fire and EMS organizations throughout Monmouth County.  Little Silver Firefighters and EMT's are very excited about receiving these masks and being included in the fantastic project.  Thank you to all the children and volunteers from "Paws 4 A Cause Dog 4-H Club"!

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Members Visit Fallen Firefighter Memorial

Over the weekend, members from LSFD visited the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Park in Emmitsburg, Maryland.  Click HERE to learn more about the memorial.

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Member Works on Roof Prop

LSFD member Rich Foster has been working hard on a roof proof for members to practice ventilation techniques on.

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MVA With Injuries

14OCT2007- Just as units were clearing up from the drill in Shrewsbury, Station 23-1 was dispatched to a motor vehicle crash with injuries at Branch Ave. and Pinkney Rd.  Engine 2376 responded from the firehouse and assumed command until the arrival of Chief Beronio.  Engine 2375 and Rescue 2386 responded from Shrewsbury.  Crews assisted EMS and removed debris from the roadway.

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Mutual Aid Drill With Shrewsbury

14OCT2007- The Little Silver Fire Department along with the Shrewsbury Hose participated in a mock vehicle accident with entrapment.  Crews  from Engine 75 and Rescue 86 were assigned to extricate a patient from a vehicle.  The two departments trained well together and we look forward to training with Shrewsbury in the future.  Photos by: Tom Mancuso

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2007 Open House

07OCT2007- The Little Silver Fire Department held their annual Open House during fire prevention month.  Crew demonstrated their skills to the community and gave them a little idea of what being a firefighter is all about.  Fire safety and prevention tips were also given out to the community.  Thanks to all who came out and showed interest in our department!

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Remembrance at LSFD

Engineer Pete Gale stands along side Engine 2377 at Noon on Tuesday, September 11th, and rings the bell in honor of those who lost their lives in the attack on our nation.  We shall never forget.

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Cover Assignment

8SEPT2007-  The Borough of Oceanport held their annual end of the summer party which included fireworks to end the night.  Oceanport and Little Silver Fire Departments worked together to contain the embers in the adjacent neighborhoods.

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2007 Field Day Competition

On Saturday, September 8th, the Little Fire Department Field Day Team headed out to Colts Neck for the annual Monmouth County Firefighters Competition.  Several teams from fire departments around the county participated in the competition.  Events that were held included hose and ladder, hose lay, busted hose, and water battle.  We would like to make a special note that it was our fire cadet Chris' first field day and that he did an outstanding job with little practice! 

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Boston Loses Two of Their Bravest

While operating at a four alarm fire in West Roxbury Boston, two Boston firefighters were tragically killed.  The Little Silver Fire Company's thoughts and prayers go out to the firefighter's family and the Boston Fire Department.

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Congratulations!

On Tuesday, August 21st, firefighter Jason Hayman graduated from the Monmouth County Fire Academy's Firefighter I class.  Jason has spent all summer training on everything from car fires to hazardous materials spills.  The Little Silver Fire Department is proud to have such a dedicated member join the ranks!

(Photo courtesy of the MCFA)

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Wetdown in Tinton Falls

23JUNE07- The Little Silver Fire Department attended Tinton Falls Fire Company #1's 75th Anniversary and Wetdown.

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Quick Stop in the Borough

21JUNE2007- Around 0630, Station 23-1 was dispatched to 86 Maple Avenue for a smoke condition in a residence.  A short time after, Engine 2375, under the command of Lieutenant Salerno, arrived on scene with smoke showing and determined there was a fire in the wall on the "C" side of the structure.  Units on the scene stretched a hand-line, opened up, and extinguished the fire.

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Trash Fire at RBR

6JUNE07- Around 20:00 hrs, Station 23-1 was dispatched to Red Bank Regional High School in the area of the tennis courts for a trash can fire.  Engine 2375 and Rescue 2386 arrived to find 2 trash cans that were on fire.  Crews pulled a booster line and extinguished the trash cans.  It was determined that someone had poured hot embers from a grill into the trash can which started the fire.  Photos by: Liz Uliano

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Memorial Day Parade and BBQ

The Little Silver Fire Company participated in the annual Memorial Day Parade to honor America's Veterans.  Later that day, the fire company hosted the Old Timers Day softball game and barbeque.  Photos by: Jane Ellen Greenwood

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Mutual Aid to Ocean County

16MAY07- Around 13:00hrs, Station 23-1 along with the Monmouth County Task Force was dispatched to Ocean County to assist with the raging wildfire.  Engine 2376 responded with 3 firefighters and staged at the Asbury Rest Area on the GSP.  Once all the departments from the Task Force arrived, a large caravan of fire engines responded down the Parkway to the scene of the fire.  The task force staged off of Exit 63 in Stafford Township for a majority of the day waiting for an assignment.  LSFD was met by another member at staging and increased their crew to 4.  At about 17:30, storms rolled in the area and wind shifted to the east.  The Task Force was then assigned to protect exposures in the area from the fire.  A short time later, heavy rains fell in the area to help crews suppress the fire.  Engine 2376 was cleared from the detail in Ocean County at about 19:30hrs.      

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Fire Prevention Detail

16MAY07- Two Little Silver Firefighters showed pre-schoolers at St. John's Nursery School a little bit of what it's like to be a firefighter.  Pre-schoolers were allowed to wear fire helmets, spray the booster line, and sit in the front seat of the engine.

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Station 23-1 & Station 45-1 Participates in a Drill for the High School  

23APR2007- As prom approaches for the senior class at Red Bank Regional High School, the LSPD, LSFD, LSEMS, and SFD want to warn students of the effects of drinking and driving.  A mock vehicle accident is set-up for students to watch as fire and EMS crews extricate and remove patients from the vehicles.  A NJSP Medevac helicopter was able to land this year for students to see.  We would like to wish the senior class of RBR a safe and happy prom.          Pictures by: Carolyn Bogdon   

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Vehicle Accident with Injuries

11APR2007- Around 09:30, the LSFD and LSEMS responded to a MVA with injuries at Branch Ave. and Spring St.  Both drivers were transported to nearby hospitals.  Little Silver Fire Police was also on the scene to assist with traffic control.  Pictures by: Carolyn Bogdon

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SCBA Recertification

25MAR07- The Little Silver Fire Department participated in the annual SCBA recertification drill at the Monmouth County Fire Academy.  Members practiced their search and rescue skills and working as a team.  More pictures under the training page in multimedia.

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4MAR2007- Engine 2375, Rescue 2386, and the chief's car attended the annual Belmar St. Patrick's Day Parade.  About 10 members participated as well as friends and family.

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Medevac Landing

19FEB2007- Around 1400hrs, LSFD & LSEMS were dispatched to the Red Bank Regional High School soccer fields for a medevac landing. Command 2367, Engine 2377, Rescue 2386 as well as EMS responded with full crews. The MONOC paramedic helicopter landed safely. A patient was in need of a transport within the area. Crews assisted with unloading the patient from the helicopter to the MONOC ambulance. Pictures by: Kim Ambrose

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      Working Fire in the Borough

19DEC06-The Little Silver Fire Department was dispatched for a report of structure fire on Oakes Road around 08:30.  2366 arrived on location to find a two story home with fire visible on the second floor.  A second alarm was transmitted bringing Oceanport Fire Department for R.I.T.  Crews made an aggressive attack to knock down the bulk of the fire.  Little Silver firefighters were assisted on the scene by Rumson, Fair Haven, and Middletown Fire Departments.  Pictures by: Carolyn Bogdon            

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