Well, the summer is over and September is here. This brings all of the children out going back to school. Please drive carefully when out during your errands. … [Read more...]
On Saturday August 20, 2022 in the afternoon, The Helping Hand Fire Company (Fisher Street Station) hosted a public gathering along with the Gloucester County Democratic Committee. For those who attended there was the opportunity to meet and greet your elected democratic … [Read more...]
On Saturday August 20, 2022, Ladder Tower 926 made a stop at the Victory In Christ Church located at 1055 Delsea Drive for their family day. The Ladder Tower was set up and all compartment door opened for the public to tour the truck and equipment. Several little boys and girls … [Read more...]
Below is information provided by The Gloucester County Emergency Management Agency in regards to the HazMat Incident in East Greenwich: At 3:07 pm on Wednesday August 10, 2022 the Gloucester County 911 Communications began receiving calls from Hundreds of residence of a … [Read more...]
Squad 921 was dispatched along with Ladder 2816 to provide a cover for the Township of East Greenwich as they were handling a Haz Mat Assignment within their jurisdiction. The crews were sent to a staging area at the Gloucester County Fire Academy to provide this cover. Crews … [Read more...]
On Wednesday August 10, 2022 at 1800 hours the Tacoma Boulevard Station staffed Squad 921 to provide our coverage for the township on our assigned night. The crew was briefed as t the situation that was unfolding in East Greenwich Township where they were handing a Hazardous … [Read more...]
0n July 31, 2022 at 2009 hours, Battalion Three along with Squad 921 was dispatched to the Friendly's Restaurant on 1220 Hurffville Road for a report of a motor vehicle crash into the building with entrapment. Captain Wilson (9202) arrived on location and advised that a vehicle … [Read more...]
On July 2, 2022, Squad 921 with a crew of five responded to Station 51, Woodbury Fire Department, to provide a cover as they were providing fire suppression coverage for the annual fireworks display. The crew remained at the cover for 3.5 hours and had no runs. … [Read more...]
On Saturday July 2, 2022, the Deptford Fire Department, Westville Fire Department and the Woolwich Fire Company were dispatched for a commercial vehicle fire on the New Jersey Turnpike at the 22.3 northbound mile marker. Reports were a 22' camper trailer was on fire. Captain … [Read more...]
Tacoma Fire Company hosted our summer fundraiser staring in April and sold raffle tickets for a Blackstone Griddle and two gift card prizes. The fundraiser was a huge success. The winners are Devon Kelly who won the Blackstone Griddle and Tyler Wright who one a $100 Gift … [Read more...]
As the July 4th holiday approaches, the shooting of fireworks to celebrate our country's independence will commence. It is the responsibility of everyone to be safe during this time. Injures and fires occur quite frequently during this time and everyone needs to be extra … [Read more...]
On Tuesday June 21st, Squad 921 with a crew of 4 responded to Woolwich Fire Company,Station 251, to provide a cover for their local so their members could attend a funeral for one of their members. The crew handled one call for service. The crew of Squad 921 wishes to express … [Read more...]
On June 20, 2022 Battalion Two was dispatched to a residence on Aerial Drive for a Bar-B Que grill on fire. The Crew from Squad 921 arrived and quickly brought the situation under control. Later that day the grateful resident placed a post on Facebook on the "Deptford Talk" … [Read more...]
With the warm weather upon us, many of you will be using your Bar-B-Que grills to prepare food and enjoy the outdoors with family and friends. With this everyone should be aware of safety when using your grill. Grills should only be used outdoors, 10 feet from the house, … [Read more...]
On Sunday May 29, 2022, the Tacoma Fire Company along with other Deptford Fire Department units arrived in the Oak Valley section of Deptford to participate in the Memorial Day Ceremonies at the Buddy Powell Veterans Memorial. The event was started with a parade from the Oak … [Read more...]
