At 23:06 Hrs, we were dispatched to a reported vehicle fire on the Garden State Parkway Iselin Service Areas South entrance ramp. Upon arrival, Chief Malheiro reported a fully involved car fire and instructed the first due Engine, 11-3 to pull the 1-3/4" hose-line off the front bumper of the Engine to attack the fire. Rescue 11 also responded for traffic control and the crew assisted with fire attack. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Safety Tips to Prevent Scald Injuries
A scald is any burn caused by a hot liquid or steam. Bathing and kitchen-related accidents are the most common causes of scalds and CAN be prevented. The Burn Center at Cooperman Barnabas offers tips to help make your home a safe environment.
If someone should sustain a scald injury, The Burn Center recommends the following:
1. Remove any wet clothing and run ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 21:05 on January 19th, District 11 was dispatched to a reported motor vehicle accident on the Garden State Parkway Southbound at milepost 132.0. Upon arrival, they had a one car motor vehicle accident. The vehicle hit the shoulder guardrail and spun partially into the right lane. Chief Malheiro was first on the scene and block the right lane to protect the vehicle from the parkway traffic and ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 16:09 on January 7, 2023, District 11 was dispatched to a reported motor vehicle accident “car vs pole" on Oak Tree Road near Magnolia Road. Upon arrival, Chief Malheiro establish command and had a Honda Accord in the middle of the road with front end damage and a damaged PSE&G pole. The injured woman driver was transported to the hospital by EMS Firefighters applied speedy-dry to a fluid ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 07:59 on January 4th, District #11 responded to Route 27 near the Garden State Parkway North for a reported vehicle fire. Upon arrival the vehicle was fully involved all occupants were out of the vehicle. Chief Ryan Malheiro established command and utilized the Enforcer Foam Unit to start extinguishing the fire. Upon Engine11-1's arrival, the crew deployed a 1-3/4" hose line. When Engine 11-3 ... (Full Story & Photos)

Heating, holiday decorations, winter storms and candles all contribute to an increased risk of fire during the winter months.

Heating
Heating is a leading cause of US home fires and home fire injuries and third leading cause of home fire deaths. December, January and February are the peak months for heating fires. Space heaters are the type of equipment most often involved in home heating equipment ... (Full Story & Photos)

MERRY CHRISTMAS, HAPPY KWANZAA & HAPPY NEW YEAR from the Iselin District 11 Fire Deptartment
May everyone have a HAPPY, HEALTHY & SAFE YEAR!!!

Remember, if you are going out to a party, have a designated driver or use Uber or Lyft. ... (Full Story & Photos)

The membership of Iselin Dist 11 Fire Dept would like to wish all of our family and friends a very safe & HAPPY HANUKKAH!!!... (Full Story & Photos)