In addition to the higher call volume we’re continually experiencing, Whitehouse Rescue covered three standby events today:
- Shoprite “Race for Hunger” which is a 5K run and 3K walk at Deer Path Park. Proceeds go towards benefitting the Norwescap Food Bank which distributes nearly 2 million pounds of food to local food banks in Northwest New Jersey
- Fundraising walk to bring awareness to the treatment of Muscular Dystrophy at the Holland Brook School
- St Ann Elizabeth Church annual picnic for their parishioners.
We appreciate the opportunity to participate in these events and engage with the community!
Last week, the rescue company had its monthly drill. The focus being rapid intervention teams. Members practiced various ways of extricating firefighters via breeching, the fast board and through walls with obstacles. Members finished the evening by going over firefighter down CPR.
We are actively seeking new members to join our team! Send us a DM to learn how you can help!
Come see us tonight at Readington Township Police Department National Night Out!
Yesterday, Whitehouse Rescue responded along with our local fire departments to a large structure fire. Whitehouse Rescue responded with 18 members spread across 4 BLS (22-51, 22-52, 22-54, Rescue BLS 22-55), Heavy Rescue, Rehab, and Command Vehicle. EMS set up rehab for firefighters on scene while Firefighter off the Heavy Rescue assisted with fire suppression. Our last unit was cleared shortly after midnight, with additional crews available to respond to any unrelated call for service within town.
Units are currently operating at a large building fire on Pine Bank Rd., please avoid the area.