Westville Fire Department

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Our monthly hoagie is underway

Regular or Italian $7.00 each with choice of hot or sweet peppers on the side!

Our monthly hoagie sale tomorrow at 9AM!

American or Italian Hoagies $7.00 each with choice of hot or sweet peppers on the side!

Work your way up and become a leader, teaching and mentoring others!

Start your volunteer journey today at https://joinwestvillefire.org/volunteer-contact-us/

Smoke alarms save lives. And so do our firefighters! Sign up to volunteer at https://joinwestvillefire.org/

Winning ticket pulled this evening for the Westville Fire Department’s Tailgate Raffle.

Winning Ticket Number 280!

Thank you to all for your support to the Westville Fire Department.

🌧⚠️A Flood Watch has been issued for portions of the area. Periods of heavy rain will begin to move in late tonight continuing through Saturday. Heavy rain could lead to areas of flash flooding, especially in urban and poor drainage areas. Have multiple ways to receive warnings!

Date: July 5, 2024
Time: 00:08
Location: Lindbergh Dr. - Deptford
Incident: Dwelling

The Westville and National Park Fire Department’s response to assist the Deptford Fire Department on a working dwelling fire.

Westville Fire Rescue 738 with the staffing of 6 volunteers with Chief 701 and National Park Engine 811 with a staffing of 4 volunteers responded assigned as the RIT Group.

Companies arrived Chief 701 established the RIT Group Supervisor, Accountability and Safety were assigned and companies set up in the corner divisions.

RIT Group objectives were established and met by the time of commands progress report to County Communications.

Fire Suppression was handled by Command 9201, Operations 9101 with the Deptford and Woodbury Fire Departments.

Watching fireworks and backyard barbecues are fun ways to celebrate July 4, but reminds us why it’s important to stay safe from potential fires. Our volunteer firefighters are trained & ready to respond to at a moment’s notice to protect our community.

Could you be one of us? Sign up to volunteer at www.joinwestvillefire.org/volunteer-contact-us/

Date: June 29, 2024
Time: 19:00-22:00
Location: Delaware River - Gloucester City
Incident: Fireworks Stand by

Westville Fireboat 7, Westville Marine 7 and Utility 7371 assisting the Gloucester CIty FD with their annual fireworks display.

Date: June 29, 2024
Time: 15:26
Location: Route 130 - West Deptford
Incident:Motor Vehicle Crash

Response:
Chiefs: 601, 701
Squad: 613
Rescues: 738, 628
Engine: 812
PD: Westville, West Deptford

Companies operated on a (2) Two Car crash on Route 130 Northbound. Occupants were transported to local hospital.
Vehicles secured and roadway cleaned up.

Date: June 29, 2024
Time: 07:25
Location: Interstate 295 Exit 21-22 -West Deptford
Incident: Commercial Motor Vehicle Crash

Response:
Chiefs: 601, 701, 702
Squad: 613
Rescues: 738, 628
Engine: 812
Haz-Mat: Gloucester County
PD: NJSP

After 7am a crash involving a tractor trailer occurred on Rt. 295 NB, at the off ramp to exits 21-22. County Hazmat is assisting West Deptford Fire Department and Westville Fire Department, as recovery services continue to work to reopen the closed off ramp.

NJSP is investigating the incident with traffic assistance by NJDOT. NJDEP has been notified of a diesel spill and no injuries were reported from the accident.

Protect lives and property in Westville and neighboring communities!

Sign up to volunteer at https://joinwestvillefire.org/volunteer-contact-us/

Date: June 20, 2024
Time: 09:00-17:00
Location: Delaware River
Incident: Battleship New Jersey BB 62

Marine Group:
Camden City Fireboat 1, Marine 1, Gloucester City Marine 5, Westville Fireboat 7, Marine 7, West Deptford Marine 61,62, National Park Marine 8, Paulsboro Marine 17.

Companies operated the safe return of the Battleship New Jersey to the City of Camden.

Have you always thought of becoming a volunteer firefighter? While it may seem intimidating at first, we want you to succeed! No prior experience is required to join, and we provide the training and gear.

Give it a try and see if it's right for you! Sign up at https://joinwestvillefire.org/volunteer-contact-us/

Date: June 18, 2024
Time: 16:03
Location: Sylvan Ave. Gloucester City
Incident: Structure

Response:
Battalion 504, Camden 1, 3
Squad: 51,16,32
Ladder:736, Camden 1

Radio Operations: West Ops/ Fire Ground 2D

Taskforce 5 dispatched to reported outside structure. Companies on location had a 1 story, 1 Car Garage with fire on the D division extending into the garage. Squad 51 operated with a 1 3/4” handline while Ladder 736 assisted in gaining access to the interior. Squad 3 provided water supply.

Fire place under control quickly.

Date: June 18, 2024
Time: 08:30 - 17:30
Location: Westville Fire Department
Incident: Annual Pump Testing

Westville, West Deptford and National Park Fire Departments performed our annual pump testing. While the tests were being performed the Westville staff conducted main intake vale maintenance on all the apparatus, cleaning , greasing and conducting proper operation of the device.

Annual fire pump testing goes a long way toward addressing potentially life-threatening problems. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) fire pump testing requirements are issued with and detailed procedures for performing these tests.

The Insurance Services Office, Inc. (ISO) also requires annual pump testing, and the results help determine the fire suppression capability of your community, which will be reflected in local insurance rates.

Thank you Technical Fire Service INC. Bergenfield, NJ

Information on the Battleship New Jersey BB-62 return to Camden.

Please monitor the weather alerts for this week pertaining to excessive heat. Keep a check on infants, small children, the elderly and pets. In the event of a heat related medical emergency do not hesitate to call 9-1-1!

𝐁𝐄𝐀𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐓😎
A wave of heat is headed our way. Know how to recognize the signs of heat-related illness and how to respond to it.

📌HEAT CRAMPS
• Signs: Muscle pains or spasms in the stomach, arms or legs
• Actions: Go to a cooler location. Remove excess clothing. Take sips of cool sports drinks with salt and sugar. Get medical help if cramps last more than an hour.
📌HEAT EXHAUSTION
• Signs: Heavy sweating, paleness, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, headache, fainting, nausea, vomiting
• Actions: Go to an air-conditioned place and lie down. Loosen or remove clothing. Take a cool bath. Take sips of cool sports drinks with salt and sugar. Get medical help if symptoms get worse or last more than an hour.
📌HEAT STROKE
• Signs:
o Extremely high body temperature (above 103 degrees) taken orally
o Red, hot and dry skin with no sweat
o Rapid, strong pulse
o Dizziness, confusion or unconsciousness
• Actions: Call 9-1-1 or get the person to a hospital immediately. Cool down with whatever methods are available until medical help arrives.
👍Be a good neighbor. Check on those vulnerable to the heat including the elderly, children and family pets.
⚾️Be mindful when planning outdoor activities. Take frequent breaks and stay hydrated.
🚗Reminder: The inside of cars gets hot quickly, and much more intensely than outside. NEVER leave kids or pets inside a locked vehicle!
📲Learn more in multiple languages at https://bit.ly/3hNonxl.



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Happening Now!

Our monthly hoagie sale is underway.

American or Italian Hoagies $7.00 each with choice of hot or sweet peppers on the side!

We are also selling raffle tickets for annual fundraiser the Tailgate Raffle $5.00 each!

Thank you to the Zallie's ShopRite of West Deptford.

The Zallie Family supports First Responders.

Our monthly hoagie sale is tomorrow morning starting at 9am. You may order hoagies beginning at 8am tomorrow by calling the firehouse (856) 456-9860.

American or Italian Hoagies $7.00 each with choice of hot or sweet peppers on the side!

We will also be selling raffle tickets for annual fundraiser the Tailgate Raffle $5.00 each!

Thank you for your continued support!

Date: June 13, 2024
Time: 17:00-21:00
Location: Big Timber Creek
Incident: Swift Water Training

4 days of training complete! A total of 38 Firefighters participated. Working on their skills, techniques and risks factors.

Thank you to Firefighter Chris Ryan GCFD for being our lead instructor and to all that helped to make this training possible.

This week the Westville and Gloucester City Fire Department’s are conducting swift water training in the Big Timber Creek between the Route 47 Bridge and Timber Park.

Day 3 of Swift Water Training

Date: June 10,11,12,13, 2024
Time: 09:00 to 13:00
Location: Big Timber Creek
Incident: Swift Water Training

This week the Westville and Gloucester City Fire Department’s are conducting swift water training in the Big Timber Creek between the Route 47 Bridge and Timber Park.

Working on skills, techniques and risks factors for the swimmers in the heavy currants in the creek.

Day 4 Training will be 5PM to 9PM.

Date: June 10,11,12,13, 2024
Time: 09:00 to 13:00
Location: Big Timber Creek
Incident: Swift Water Training

This week the Westville and Gloucester City Fire Department’s are conducting swift water training in the Big Timber Creek between the Route 47 Bridge and Timber Park.

Working on skills, techniques and risks factors for the swimmers.

HAPPENING NOW!

We are set up at Thomas West Park for the Lions Club Community Yard Sale!

We have tickets available for our summer raffle, T-Shirts and various tools all on sale!

Volunteer Recruitment - Join us today!

Volunteers serving the residents of Westville !

We are located near the Lion’s Den.

In addition to house fires, we also respond to many office, store and industrial fires in the community.

Help us answer the call at https://joinwestvillefire.org/

Please monitor the weather throughout today and be mindful that flood prone areas of town may experience flooding tonight into tomorrow.

Coastal Flood Advisories have been posted as minor tidal flooding is expected tonight with the approaching New Moon. Some inundation of low-lying areas near tidal waterways is expected.

We will always have your back! Sign up to volunteer at https://joinwestvillefire.org/volunteer-contact-us/