Commercial Building Fire Dist. 2

Just after 0600 hours this morning Engine 842 responded as automatic aid to District 2 for a commercial building fire. First arriving companies found an exterior brush fire running up the wall to the roof. Engine 842 arrived as the third due engine at the hydrant and began establishing a water supply. The fire was quickly brought under control with no injuries reported and minor damage to the building.

This fire is under investigation by the local fire marshal.

Any and all questions can be directed to FireChief@GTFD4.org

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Engine 842 responds to Waterford

Yesterday Afternoon at 1415 hours Taskforce Alpha was dispatched to Waterford Township for 5” Supply Line to provide a water supply for a deep seated mulch fire. Engine 842 originally responded with a crew 3 and was met by one of our support vehicles which brought extra manpower. The engine crew laid approximately 900 feet of 5” supply hose to relay water from different engines what was being drafted from the Atco Lake.

Engine 842 pumped as a relay engine for 14 hours before a relief engine came in and took its place. In all 3 separate crews from Station 84 traveled to the scene to relieve the previous crew. Engine 842 cleared the fire ground at approximately 0445hours.

Travel for Training

For the last three days Asst. Cheif Imielinski and Capt. Coucoules have been attending training at the Fire Dept Training Network in Indianapolis. The two worked with several others on various training exercises including Forcible Entry and Firefigher Saftey and Survival.

Nice work, gentlemen we’ll be glad to hear all about what you learned when you get back.

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Rescue 84 to Gloucester City

Just after 4 this morning CamCo. Taskforce Bravo was dispatched to the Gloucester City High School for a Regional Cover Assignment. Rescue 84 responded with a crew of 4. While enroute County Communications rerouted Rescue 84 to Station 32 (Bellmawr FD) to standby as the Rescue Company for several areas. The cover was in place for a little over an hour before being released.

While the Rescue Crew was committed, Station 84 remained staffed with an additional 4 members to assure a quick response if needed in Gloucester Twp.

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Shed Fire in Blackwood

This morning just after 9am Taskforce Box 84 was alerted to an Outer Building Fire in the Blackwood Estates. Communications advised responding units that the caller said their shed was on fire. Engine 88 and 8402 (AC Imielinski) arrived to confirm a 10x25 shed well involved, and stretched an attack line. Engine 842 responded with a crew of 6 and operated as a ventilation / overhaul team while also providing a water supply. The fire was placed under control in approximately 30 mins, and crews spent a little over 2 hours “mopping up”.

Units on scene operating: Engine 84, Engine 82, Tower 82, Engine 88, Squad 86, 8402, CFM1

No injuries were reported, this fire is under investigation by the local fire marshal.

📸: John Vannoni

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Past Chief Walter Spain

It is with regret that we announce the passing of Past Chief Walter Spain. Walt as known to everyone, served the residents of Blackwood for 55 years in the fire service. Walt was the Blackwood Fire Company Chief in 1980 and also served as Company President from 1986-1987. Walt was a retired school teacher and has had an impact on many lives. From his war stories and knowledge of history and current events, Walt would strike a conversation with anyone and offer a fresh cup of coffee. Walt Spain was the true definition of a life member and was bestowed the honor of having our newly renovated members lounge dedicated to him. Walt will be missed by all of us here at the Blackwood Fire Company as guys like him are not easily replaced. Details are being arranged and when they become available they will be posted the the Fire Company Facebook page.

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