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Winter Storm Prep!

 January 27, 2022

Prepare Your Home and Car
Weatherproof your home.
  • Insulate any water lines that run along exterior walls so your water supply will be less likely to freeze.
  • Caulk and weather-strip doors and windows.
  • Insulate walls and attic.
  • Install storm or thermal-pane windows or cover windows with plastic from the inside.
  • Repair roof leaks and cut away tree branches that could fall on your home or other structure during a storm.
Have your chimney or flue inspected each year.

If you plan to use a fireplace or wood stove for emergency heating, have your chimney or flue inspected each year. Ask your local fire department to recommend an inspector or find one online.

Install a smoke detector and a battery-operated carbon monoxide detector.
  • If you’ll be using a fireplace, wood stove, or kerosene heater, install a smoke detector and a battery-operated carbon monoxide detector near the area to be heated. Test them monthly and replace batteries twice a year.
  • Keep a multipurpose, dry-chemical fire extinguisher nearby.
  • All fuel-burning equipment should be vented to the outside.
  • Each winter season have your furnace system and vent checked by a qualified technician to ensure they are functioning properly.
For older adults, keep an easy-to-read thermometer inside your home.

If you or a loved one are over 65 years old, place an easy-to-read thermometer in an indoor location where you will see it frequently. Our ability to feel a change in temperature decreases with age. Older adults are more susceptible to health problems caused by cold. Check the temperature of your home often during the winter months.

Create an emergency car kit.

It is best to avoid traveling, but if travel is necessary, keep the following in your car

  • Cell phone, portable charger, and extra batteries
  • Items to stay warm such as extra hats, coats, mittens, and blankets
  • Windshield scraper
  • Shovel
  • Battery-powered radio with extra batteries
  • Flashlight with extra batteries
  • Water and snack food
  • First aid kit with any necessary medications and a pocketknife
  • Tow chains or rope
  • Tire chains
  • Canned compressed air with sealant for emergency tire repair
  • Cat litter or sand to help tires get traction, or road salt to melt ice
  • Booster cables with fully charged battery or jumper cables
  • Hazard or other reflectors
  • Bright colored flag or help signs, emergency distress flag, and/or emergency flares
  • Road maps
  • Waterproof matches and a can to melt snow for water
Steps to Take Before the Storm Hits
Listen to weather forecasts and check your supplies.

Listen to weather forecasts regularly and check your emergency supplies, including your emergency food and water supply, whenever you are expecting a winter storm or extreme cold. Even though we can’t always predict extreme cold in advance, weather forecasts can sometimes give you several days of notice to prepare.

Bring your pets indoors.

If you have pets, bring them indoors. If you cannot bring them inside, provide adequate shelter to keep them warm and make sure they have access to unfrozen water.

Get your car ready.

Have maintenance service on your vehicle as often as the manufacturer recommends. In addition, every fall, do the following:

  • Have the radiator system serviced or check the antifreeze level yourself with an antifreeze tester. Add antifreeze as needed.
  • Replace windshield-wiper fluid with a wintertime mixture.
  • Make sure the tires on your car have adequate tread and air pressure. Replace any worn tires and fill low tires with air to the proper pressure recommended for your car (typically between 30-35 psi).
  • Keep the gas tank near full to help avoid ice in the tank and fuel lines.
  • Keep your car in good working order. Be sure to check the following: heater, defroster, brakes, brake fluid, ignition, emergency flashers, exhaust, oil, and battery.

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Morganville NJ
62°
partly cloudy
53% humidity
wind: 4mph N
H 70 • L 54
58°
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76°
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87°
Sat
86°
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May 16

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This Monday Member Spotlight...
Matthew Goldberg
Role: Firefighter / Secretary
•Years of Service:
1.5
•Current job title:
Electrical Project Manager
•Why did you join the department?
I've always loved fire trucks and firefighters as a kid. It was something I always thought of doing but never got the wheels moving. A friend who's on the department and I were talking and I decided to make the plunge. Glad I did because I love it and it's something I wish I've done sooner. It gives me a great sense of community, pride and the ability to know I'm a part of something bigger than my self. As well as meeting some  great people along the way.
•Do you have a professional mentor?
Everyone, they all have great knowledge inside and outside of the department that I’m able to gain from.
•What are your accomplishments?
So far, finishing the academy. We're a fully volunteer department. We all have work, family and other things going on, and at the time of me going through it, I had a immense amount of pressure from all the above. I'm glad I stuck it out and pushed through.  
•What are your interests outside of the department?
I enjoy bbq/smoking a variety of foods, camping and going to any live music events.
•What is your favorite thing about being a member?
It's cliche to say, but giving back, and putting out fires of course. It's a great family to be a part of.
Looking to join? Fill out an application by clicking the link in our bio.

This Monday Member Spotlight...

Matthew Goldberg
Role: Firefighter / Secretary

•Years of Service:
1.5

•Current job title:
Electrical Project Manager

•Why did you join the department?

I've always loved fire trucks and firefighters as a kid. It was something I always thought of doing but never got the wheels moving. A friend who's on the department and I were talking and I decided to make the plunge. Glad I did because I love it and it's something I wish I've done sooner. It gives me a great sense of community, pride and the ability to know I'm a part of something bigger than my self. As well as meeting some great people along the way.

•Do you have a professional mentor?

Everyone, they all have great knowledge inside and outside of the department that I’m able to gain from.

•What are your accomplishments?

So far, finishing the academy. We're a fully volunteer department. We all have work, family and other things going on, and at the time of me going through it, I had a immense amount of pressure from all the above. I'm glad I stuck it out and pushed through.  

•What are your interests outside of the department?

I enjoy bbq/smoking a variety of foods, camping and going to any live music events.

•What is your favorite thing about being a member?

It's cliche to say, but giving back, and putting out fires of course. It's a great family to be a part of.

Looking to join? Fill out an application by clicking the link in our bio.
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May 13

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Recently, one of our own was diagnosed with cancer. While we are doing our best to help him out, now is your turn. Come out to Texas Roadhouse in Old Bridge on June 2nd between 4pm and 10pm, show this flyer, and 10% of your food bill will be donated directly to him. We need your help.
This offer is also valid on pickup orders.

Recently, one of our own was diagnosed with cancer. While we are doing our best to help him out, now is your turn. Come out to Texas Roadhouse in Old Bridge on June 2nd between 4pm and 10pm, show this flyer, and 10% of your food bill will be donated directly to him. We need your help.

This offer is also valid on pickup orders.
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May 10

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Today, at 0815, units were dispatched for an odor of smoke, with a slight smoke condition in a restaurant. Upon further investigation by members on scene, it was determined that there was a small fire in an adjoining restaurant, in the kitchen. A general alarm was transmitted shortly after, and units ventilated 5 surrounding units. Monmouth County Board of Health was requested to the scene. Marlboro Township Fire Bureau handled the investigation. 
No significant damage or injuries were reported.

Today, at 0815, units were dispatched for an odor of smoke, with a slight smoke condition in a restaurant. Upon further investigation by members on scene, it was determined that there was a small fire in an adjoining restaurant, in the kitchen. A general alarm was transmitted shortly after, and units ventilated 5 surrounding units. Monmouth County Board of Health was requested to the scene. Marlboro Township Fire Bureau handled the investigation.

No significant damage or injuries were reported.
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May 9

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This Monday Member Spotlight...
Jim Velez
Role: Firefighter / President
Past Roles: 
1st Lieutenant, 2nd Liuetenant, Vice President, Secretary
Years of Service:
7
Current job title:
Construction Superintendent 
•Why did you join the department?
I wanted to contribute to my community. I became a CERT team member and wanted to do more. I was asked to stop by the F.D. and I became a Fire Police officer. Shortly after, I went through Fire Academy at age 46. Now it is in my blood. I love it!
•Do you have a professional mentor?
I have many mentors on our department.
•What are your interests outside of the department?
I enjoy riding motorcycles,
spending time with family, hanging with friends, and I am a member of the Knights of Columbus. 
•What is your favorite thing about being a member?
Learning from others and passing on my experience. I have 35 years in Construction with extensive building construction and tool knowledge.Being able to be an integral part of this department / team / family.
Looking to join? Fill out an application by clicking the link in our bio.

This Monday Member Spotlight...

Jim Velez
Role: Firefighter / President

Past Roles:
1st Lieutenant, 2nd Liuetenant, Vice President, Secretary

Years of Service:
7

Current job title:
Construction Superintendent

•Why did you join the department?

I wanted to contribute to my community. I became a CERT team member and wanted to do more. I was asked to stop by the F.D. and I became a Fire Police officer. Shortly after, I went through Fire Academy at age 46. Now it is in my blood. I love it!

•Do you have a professional mentor?

I have many mentors on our department.

•What are your interests outside of the department?

I enjoy riding motorcycles,
spending time with family, hanging with friends, and I am a member of the Knights of Columbus.

•What is your favorite thing about being a member?

Learning from others and passing on my experience. I have 35 years in Construction with extensive building construction and tool knowledge.Being able to be an integral part of this department / team / family.

Looking to join? Fill out an application by clicking the link in our bio.
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Robertsville Volunteer Fire wishes all Moms a Happy and Enjoyable Mother's Day. To all RVFC Moms, thank you for raising America's best firefighters.

Robertsville Volunteer Fire wishes all Moms a Happy and Enjoyable Mother's Day. To all RVFC Moms, thank you for raising America's best firefighters. ...

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Recently, one of our own was diagnosed with cancer. While we are doing our best to help him out, now is your turn. Come out to Texas Roadhouse in Old Bridge on June 2nd between 4pm and 10pm, show this flyer, and 10% of your food bill will be donated directly to him. We need your help.
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Recently, one of our own was diagnosed with cancer. While we are doing our best to help him out, now is your turn. Come out to Texas Roadhouse in Old Bridge on June 2nd between 4pm and 10pm, show this flyer, and 10% of your food bill will be donated directly to him. We need your help.
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The National Weather Service has issued Enhanced Threat for Fire Spread Today...
The combination of low humidity values, breezy conditions, and dry fine fuels will lead to an enhanced threat for fire spread mid to late afternoon later today across portions of SE Pennsylvania and central and southern New Jersey. Relative humidity values are forecast to drop to 15 to 25 percent, while winds will occasionally gust 20 to 25 mph at times through the mid to late

afternoon.

Residents are urged to exercise caution handling any potential ignition source, including machinery, cigarettes, and matches. Be sure to properly discard all smoking materials. Any dry grasses
and tree litter that ignites will have the potential to spread fire quickly. #njsffs
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The National Weather Service has issued Enhanced Threat for Fire Spread Today...
The combination of low humidity values, breezy conditions, and dry fine fuels will lead to an enhanced threat for fire spread mid to late afternoon later today across portions of SE Pennsylvania and central and southern New Jersey. Relative humidity values are forecast to drop to 15 to 25 percent, while winds will occasionally gust 20 to 25 mph at times through the mid to late
afternoon.
Residents are urged to exercise caution handling any potential ignition source, including machinery, cigarettes, and matches. Be sure to properly discard all smoking materials. Any dry grasses
and tree litter that ignites will have the potential to spread fire quickly. #njsffs
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Monthly Calls

2021

January13
February18
March12
April13
May16
June20
July26
August28
September26
October20
November26
December17
Total235

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Robertsville Volunteer Fire Company
94 Route 520
Morganville, NJ 07751

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