While the area got pounded by high winds and rain, the Iselin Dist 11 Fire Dept responded to over 40 calls during the storm and in the few days after. They ranged from down wires (electric, phone & cable) to transformer problems to trees that were toppled over and even a deck fire, not to mention fire & CO alarms.... (Full Story & Photos)

With hurricane season upon us, people may resort to using a generator when the power goes out. To SAFELY use a generator, follow the manufactures instructions and the following guidelines.
Also, if you see a low hanging power line or one that is on the ground, DO NOT ATTEMPT to handle it. CALL 9-1-1!!! Clear the area and keep everyone else away also. Consider ALL lines as being energized and dangerous. ... (Full Story & Photos)

It has come to our attention that residents may be receiving solicitation calls from the "Volunteer Firefighter Alliance".
The volunteer members of the department do not solicit by telephone and are not affiliated with that organization in any way.
Any funds donated to them do not help the volunteers of the Iselin Chemical Hook & Ladder Volunteer Fire Dept, Dist 11.... (Full Story & Photos)

At approx 1330 hours (1:30 P.M.) Dist 11 was toned out for the report of an unknown type of fire at 1556 Oak Tree Rd. Upon arrival, Chief Malheiro, 11-0-1 reported that he had heavy smoke coming from the roof and had dispatch transmit a first alarm response for our mutual aid companies. Upon arrival of our first due units, Ladder 11 was raised to the roof and crews from Engine 11-1 went interior after ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 1944 Hrs, we were dispatched to a reported vehicle fire on the Garden State Parkway, milepost 132 South. Upon arrival, the Chief reported a fully involved Honda Accord and instructed the first due Engine 11-3 to pull the 1-3/4" hose-line off the front of Engine to attack the fire. Rescue 11 arrived on scene and the crew cut off the hood. The Engine crew knocked the fire down within five minutes. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Every year, about 13,000 people are treated for injuries in hospital emergency departments due to the mishandling of live, misfired and waste consumer fireworks (CPSC Fireworks Information Center). In addition, fires resulting from fireworks cause over $20 million in direct property damage (NFPA).

THE BEST WAY TO STAY SAFE FROM FIREWORKS IS NOT TO USE THEM.

Hand-held sparklers burn at 1,200 F. ... (Full Story & Photos)

At approximately 12:06 pm, District 11 was requested by Woodbridge Twp. Animal Control, to respond to a fawn stuck in between two close fences. Upon arrival of the fire and police units, the scene was surveyed and a rescue plan was hatched. All responding agencies worked together to free the fawn, who was then released unharmed into the woods to meet up with his family. The fawn was stuck between ... (Full Story & Photos)

Today, the Iselin Dist 11 Fd stood by at a protest march on Oak Tree Rd that started at Sugartree Plaza Shopping Center in Edison and ended at the Presbyterian Church on Middlesex Ave. All went smooth with no problems and our assistance was not needed. The first few pictures are from the Presbyterian Church.
The second event that we participated in was a Eucharist Drive around town sponsored by St ... (Full Story & Photos)