Defender Emergency Team would like to thank Chief Ryan Malheiro and the Commissioners and Members of the Iselin Chemical Hook & Ladder Fire Company, District 11 for being the FIRST fire department in New Jersey to receive the Rosenbauer BEST System. This specialized unit is specifically designed for the suppression of battery fires in the growing amount electric vehicles on the road today. Dealer ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Sunday August 14th the Iselin Chemical Hook and Ladder Volunteer Fire Company participated in the 18th Annual Indian Day Parade. The parade started in Edison on Oak Tree Road and ended at Middlesex Avenue in Iselin. Lieutenant Fatima Manzoor drove Engine 11-3 in the parade accompanied by firefighter Vidhi Trivedi. There were bands, floats, dance troupes, and dignitaries to mark the 75th year ... (Full Story & Photos)

Heat Illness: Symptoms and Prevention

Heat-Related Disorders

Heat stroke occurs when the body no longer sweats and body temperature reaches dangerous levels. Symptoms of heat stroke include:
Dry, hot reddish skin and lack of sweating
High body temperature
Strong, rapid pulse
Chills
Confusion
Slurred speech

Heat exhaustion is the body’s response to the loss of water and salt, typically through sweating. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Become a volunteer firefighter with the Iselin Chemical Hook and Ladder Volunteer Fire Company.
Visit our Recruitment Page to apply.
https://www.iselinfire.org/content/recruit/

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Don't even think about using illegal fireworks in town this year.

That's because Woodbridge police have again begun increased neighborhood patrols as part of a crackdown on the use of illegal fireworks by residents and visitors as part of a quality-of-life initiative the town has been conducting for the past few years.

Both marked and unmarked police vehicles will be on patrols throughout the 24-square ... (Full Story & Photos)

Beat the Heat
Anybody can be at risk for a heat-related illness. Follow these summer safety tips, like taking extra breaks and drinking lots of water.

Bug Safety
Mosquitoes can cause a number of illnesses, including Zika Virus and West Nile Virus. Learn what you can do to protect yourself at work and play.

Playgrounds
Emergency departments see more than 20,000 children ages 14 and younger for playground-related ... (Full Story & Photos)

Happy Father’s Day to all of you. Thank you for all your support at the firehouse & being a superhero dad! Today is your day, so enjoy, relax, and have fun with your family.

~ Ryan Malheiro | Fire Chief... (Full Story & Photos)

General Safety Tips

General safety is the first thing to consider heading into spring. Here are some great spring safety tips to keep yourself and your family safe as your transition into the new season:

* Removing any old paint cans and paint thinners, in addition to old newspapers and magazines. Your local dump station should have a
place for hazardous material drop off to dispose of these ... (Full Story & Photos)