Photos Courtesy of FF Dave Tomlin.

Auto extrication training was held at Station 5 on April 14, 2008.  This training was for some of our newer firefighters who are just learning how to extricate a patient from a vehicle.  Several times a year, extrication training is held at Station 5 both to instruct new firefighters and to maintain proficiency.

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Click on pictures above to view larger images.  Photos courtesy of Stevie Neicen.

On March 25, 2008 at 11:23 p.m., Pennsville Fire & Rescue was dispatched to assist the Salem Fire Department with a working building fire at a shopping plaza.  Due to smoke showing from such a large building, a second alarm was initially dispatched.  Quint 5-6 responded as FAST(RIT), but went into service as a truck company as the fire worsened.  Firefighters went into the structure but were quickly pulled out due to worsening conditions.  Heavy smoke flashed over to fire and Quint 5-6 put its elevated master stream into service, as well as a portable ground monitor.  Pennsville firefighters were in service for 4 1/2 hours until released by command.

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Click on pictures to view larger images.  Photos courtesy of FF Jason Ross.

On August 11, 2007, Pennsville Fire & Rescue performed vehicle extrication training behind the fire station.  Pictured above, firefighters can be seen performing vehicle stabilization, door removals, roof removal, and a dash roll.  Several times a year, this type of refresher training is performed by Pennsville Fire & Rescue.

Click on the pictures above to view larger images.  Chief Zimmerman (5-10) is on scene as incident commander.  FF Brandon Dilks hooks up to the hydrant.  Photos courtesy of Karen Ayars, SFD Photographer.

On March 4, 2008 at 11:36 a.m., Pennsville Fire & Rescue was dispatched to a dwelling fire on Fort Mott Rd.  Chief Ayars (6-10) of Salem Fire Department was close by when the call was dispatched.  He provided a valuable scene size up as fire apparatus responded.  The fire was contained to the attic area.  Pennsville units remained in service for 2 hours.  Assisting on the call were Salem Fire Department (Ladder 6-6, Engine 6-1), Deepwater Fire Department (Engine 7-2, Rescue Engine 7-9), Reliance Fire Company of Woodstown (RIT 12-7), Pennsville Ambulance Department (5-8), Pennsville Police, and SCFA Director Leroy Pierce.

Click on the pictures above to view larger images.  Chief Zimmermean (5-10) briefs the RIT team at the scene of the fire.  Photos courtesy of Karen Ayars, SFD Photographer.

 On March 9, 2008 at 1:27 p.m., Pennsville Fire & Rescue was dispatched to assist Salem Fire Department at the scene of a house fire.  Quint 5 responded as the RIT and arrived to find a kitchen fire in a duplex.  Salem firefighters performed a quick knockdown of the fully involved kitchen fire, as they usually do.  Pennsville firefighters remained in service for 35 minutes as RIT until released by Chief Ayars (6-10).

Captain Hagan and Deputy Chief Brown break down hoses after the fire.  Photos courtesy of Karen Ayars, SFD Photographer.

On November 26, 2007 at 1:18 a.m., Pennsville Fire & Rescue was dispatched to assist Salem Fire Department at the scene of a house fire.  Quint 5-6 responded initially as the RIT, but then was re-assigned as the second due truck company.  Multiple duplexes were on fire upon arrival.  Firefighters from Pennsville assisted with ventilation and set up master streams to protect exposures.  Pennsville units remained in service for 3 1/2 hours.

Click on the pictures to view larger images.  FF Ross is pictured with the kids at the back of the Rescue and assisting another firefighter don his PPE.  Photos courtesy of Karen Ayars, SFD Photographer.

On September 11, 2007, Pennsville Fire & Rescue hosted fire prevention activities at the fire station.  A group of pre-schoolers visited us and learned how to stay safe in the event of a fire.  Of course, the best part of the day for the kids was getting a chance to climb into a real fire engine!  Remember to have a fire safety plan in your home.  Check out our safety tips section for more information on how to keep your family safe.