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June 9, 2014

FD answered a C/O alarm overnight on Sherbrooke and a fire alarm with odor of smoke this morning at Investors Bank. Time ago 9 Days via Twitter for iPhone
RT @NJGov: We have another snow storm coming later tonight. Stay safe and watch for @NJDOT_INFO crews clearing the roads. For updates and w… Time ago 10 Days via Twitter for iPhone
Engine 2-74 investigated a report of a truck smoking on Route 18 that was gone upon arrival Time ago 10 Days via Twitter for iPhone

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2 days ago

Here is the latest inclement weather update from our consultant..

Snow is fighting dry air but should be able to overcome that around 11am-12pm. Snow will mix with sleet later in the afternoon and transition over to rain between 7-9pm with temperatures warming overnight. Rain will end by 5am Thursday. Snowfall amounts of 2-4” are expected

Please remember some Driving in Snow/Ice Safety Tips..

The best advice for driving in bad winter weather is not to drive at all, if you can avoid it. Don’t go out until the snow plows and sanding trucks have had a chance to do their work, and allow yourself extra time to reach your destination. If you must drive in snowy conditions, make sure your car is prepared, and that you know how to handle road conditions. It’s helpful to practice winter driving techniques in a snowy, open parking lot, so you’re familiar with how your car handles. Consult your owner’s manual for tips specific to your vehicle.

Driving safely on icy roads:
1. Decrease your speed and leave yourself plenty of room to stop. You should allow at least three times more space than usual between you and the car in front of you.
2. Brake gently to avoid skidding. If your wheels start to lock up, ease off the brake.
3. Turn on your lights to increase your visibility to other motorists.
4. Keep your lights and windshield clean.
5. Use low gears to keep traction, especially on hills.
6. Don’t use cruise control or overdrive on icy roads.
7. Be especially careful on bridges, overpasses and infrequently traveled roads, which will freeze first. Even at temperatures above freezing, if the conditions are wet, you might encounter ice in shady areas or on exposed roadways like bridges.
8. Don’t pass snow plows and sanding trucks. The drivers have limited visibility, and you’re likely to find the road in front of them worse than the road behind.
9. Don’t assume your vehicle can handle all conditions.
Even four-wheel and front-wheel drive vehicles can encounter trouble on winter roads.

If your rear wheels skid:
1. Take your foot off the accelerator.
2. Steer in the direction you want the front wheels to go. If your rear wheels are sliding left, steer left. If they’re sliding right, steer right.
3. If your rear wheels start sliding the other way as you recover, ease the steering wheel toward that side. You might have to steer left and right a few times to get your vehicle completely under control.
4. If you have standard brakes, pump them gently.
5. If you have anti-lock brakes (ABS), do not pump the brakes. Apply steady pressure to the brakes. You will feel the brakes pulse — this is normal.

If your front wheels skid:
1. Take your foot off the gas and shift to neutral, but don’t try to steer immediately.
2. As the wheels skid sideways, they will slow the vehicle and traction will return. As it does, steer in the direction you want to go. Then put the transmission in “drive” or release the clutch, and accelerate gently.

If you get stuck:
1. Do not spin your wheels. This will only dig you in deeper.
2. Turn your wheels from side to side a few times to push snow out of the way.
3. Use a light touch on the gas, to ease your car out.
4. Use a shovel to clear snow away from the wheels and the underside of the car.
5. Pour sand, kitty litter, gravel or salt in the path of the wheels, to help get traction.
6. Try rocking the vehicle. (Check your owner’s manual first — it can damage the transmission on some vehicles.) Shift from forward to reverse, and back again. Each time you’re in gear, give a light touch on the gas until the vehicle gets going. ... See MoreSee Less

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Robertsville Volunteer Fire Co. #1

2 days ago

Volunteer Fire Departments across the country are feeling the same shortage that Pennsylvania is. Many departments here in New Jersey are also seeing a decline in the number of volunteers from 10, 15, and even 20 years ago.

Are you interested in joining our team? Are you interested in receiving FREE training in structural firefighting, vehicle extrication, hazardous materials,and many other areas? Stop by the firehouse on Thursday nights between 7pm-9pm or call us at 732-536-3565.

Not from our district but maybe another area of town? Contact any of the other volunteer fire districts!

Marlboro Fire Department District #1
Morganville Fire Department District #3

Interested in EMS? Contact either of the two volunteer EMS agencies in town!

Marlboro First Aid and Rescue Squad, Inc.
Morganville First Aid & Rescue Squad, Inc. 28-23

Join one of these teams and help support the Township of Marlboro Township, NJ! ... See MoreSee Less

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The Average age of a firefighter in NJ is 57 years old!!

Robertsville Volunteer Fire Co. #1

3 weeks ago

‪Robertsville Firefighters celebrated their Annual Installation Dinner with loved ones, neighboring emergency service representatives, special guests Assemblywoman Serena DiMaso, Mayor Jon Hornik, and scholarship winner Anthony Grooms (MHS ‘19). Congrats to our 2019 Fireman of the Year, LT. Jim Velez!‬ Congratulations to all and cheers to a safe and successful 2019 serving the residents, businesses, and visitors of Marlboro Fire District #2. ... See MoreSee Less

Month	Calls
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Jan	22
Feb	16
Mar	25
Apr	17
May	24
Jun	18
Jul	26
Aug	16
Sep	24
Oct	23
Nov	32
Dec	22

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