On the 20th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks we took Rescue 11 to be photographed with the “Tribute of Lights” in Lower Manhattan that represents the destroyed Twin Towers. The photoshoot took place in Liberty State Park in Jersey City. Over 100 fire trucks, police vehicles and ambulances started to lineup at the Park around 4pm and waited until it got dark to start. Each vehicle ... (Full Story & Photos)

At approximately 00:45 on September 2 we were dispatched to assist Iselin Fire Department, District #9 with a water rescue with a report of people trapped in the building with a flood in the lobby at 100 Wood Avenue South at the Provident Bank Corporate Office. Rescue 11 responded with a crew of 6 including Assistant Chiefs Ryan Malheiro and Chris Wertz, Ex-Chiefs Kevin Byington and Steve Freeman ... (Full Story & Photos)

Grilling Tips
Keep children and pets away from any type of open flame.
Position the grill so that it’s in a well-ventilated area and away from trees, bushes, the house, and anything else that can catch fire.
Always use long-handed utensils and wear protective, fire-resistant gear when grilling.
Follow the instructions in the grill’s owner’s manual.
Have a fire extinguisher ready to extinguish flames ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 19:35 Hrs. we were dispatched to a reported motorcycle fire on the Garden State Parkway, near milepost 132 South. Upon arrival, the Assistant Chief Malheiro reported a fully involved motorcycle on the shoulder and instructed the first due Engine, 11-1 to pull a hose-line to attack the fire. Engine 11-3 responded to assist with traffic control. Rescue 11 arrived on scene and provided additional ... (Full Story & Photos)

With the approaching storm, it is important to remember a few simple rules.
If you see wires down on the ground, STAY AWAY!!! Never assume that they are dead!!!
If you see a flooded roadway or underpass, TURN AROUND, DON'T DROWN!!! Do not think that you can make it thru. You are putting your life, your passengers life and the life's of your rescuers in danger!!
STAY SAFE & STAY SMART!!!... (Full Story & Photos)

Today, we once again proudly raised our flag from our ladder truck over the north bound lanes of Rt 1. This was for the 20th anniversary of 9/11. Called "America's 9/11 Ride" this motorcycle ride visits all 3 sites of that fateful day. Somerset, PA, the Pentagon in Washington D.C. and the final stop of the ride, Ground Zero. We have hoisted the flag for every ride. Today's turnout of riders was smaller ... (Full Story & Photos)

High temperatures kill hundreds of people every year. Heat-related deaths and illness are preventable, yet more than 700 people die from extreme heat every year in the United States.

Take measures to stay cool, remain hydrated, and keep informed. Getting too hot can make you sick. You can become ill from the heat if your body can’t compensate for it and properly cool you off. The main things affecting ... (Full Story & Photos)

Eid al-Adha, (Arabic: “Festival of Sacrifice”) also spelled ʿĪd al-Aḍḥā, the second of two great Muslim festivals, the other being Eid al-Fitr. Eid al-Adha marks the culmination of the Hajj (pilgrimage) rites at Minā, Saudi Arabia, near Mecca, but is celebrated by Muslims throughout the world. During the festival, families that can afford to sacrifice a ritually acceptable animal (sheep, goat, camel, ... (Full Story & Photos)