Tag: Monmouth Junction Volunteer Fire Department
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Local fire departments to hold open houses as part of National Fire Prevention Week
Only one of every three American households have actually developed and practiced a home fire escape plan, according to a National Fire Protection Association survey. One-third of American households who made an estimate thought they would have at least six minutes before a fire in their home would become life-threatening — and only 8% said…
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Humid weather – a challenge – for firefighters battling fire at South Brunswick residence; no injuries reported
Fire officials said a fire at a two-family home on Davids Court is a reminder for residents to “keep doors and windows closed in the event of a fire.” “Fortunately, the door at the top of the stairs to the basement, and the few basement windows, were all closed. This helped to limit smoke spread…
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South Brunswick Fire District elections set for Saturday
SOUTH BRUNSWICK – Voters can vote on the proposed budgets of South Brunswick Fire District 3 and Franklin Fire District 4 during elections on Feb. 19. In South Brunswick there are two commissioners positions up for election. Stephen Manobianco is running unopposed for a three-year term. Alkesh Amin is running unopposed for a one-year unexpired…
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Voters approve new fire truck for South Brunswick Fire District No. 2
SOUTH BRUNSWICK – After an approval by voters, the Board of Fire Commissioners of South Brunswick Township Fire District No. 2 will continue the purchase process for a new fire truck. On Dec. 16, through a special election, the board sought support for a new aerial tower ladder fire truck to replace an aging…
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Dec. 16 is special election for new fire truck for South Brunswick District 2; no cost expected for taxpayers
SOUTH BRUNSWICK – The Board of Fire Commissioners of South Brunswick Township Fire District No. 2 will hold a special election to ask the registered voters of the fire district to approve an expenditure for the purchase of a new aerial tower ladder fire truck to replace an aging tower ladder that has become…
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South Brunswick Fire Department offers incentives for volunteer firefighters
With the start of the New Year, the three volunteer fire departments in South Brunswick are reaching out to residents who want to join as firefighters. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the number of volunteers has gone down about 10% since the mid-1980s, while the number of emergency incidents that fire departments…
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Residents celebrating Diwali cautioned about safe use of fireworks
Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is one of the most important holidays for Hindus. This holiday is celebrated with different forms of light which all symbolize the metaphorical defeat of darkness and the victory of good over evil. This year, Diwali falls on Nov. 14 and 15. Many stores, such as Costco, sell fireworks which…
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Monmouth Junction fire commissioner honored for 61 years of service
By Jennifer Amato Staff Writer SOUTH BRUNSWICK – Roger Potts refuses to slow down. Potts is currently a member of the Monmouth Junction Volunteer Fire Department, visiting the firehouse three to four times a week. He is the commissioner for South Brunswick Fire District No. 2. He is part of the Monmouth Junction Fireman’s Relief…
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Firefighters tend to detached garage on fire
SOUTH BRUNSWICK – Firefighters responded to a garage fire on Monday morning. The Monmouth Junction Fire Department was dispatched to 866 Georges Road at 7:11 a.m. on March 28 for a garage fire. Police and firefighters arrived to find the two-bay detached garage fully involved, according to a statement prepared by South Brunswick Police Captain…