Red Bank Fire Department

RBFD Navesink Hook & Ladder and Westside Hose Hold Joint Drill At Fire Academy

RBFD — Sat, 23 Nov 2024 21:43:41 +0000

RBFD Navesink Hook & Ladder and Westside Hose Hold Joint Drill At Fire Academy RBFD Sat, 11/23/2024 - 16:43

On 11/12 and 11/21, the members of the Navesink Hook & Ladder made trips to the Monmouth County Fire Academy for training in live fire conditions. On November 12, members trained on Vent, Enter, Isolate, Search (VEIS) evolutions from both a ground ladder and the aerial ladder under live smoke and heat conditions. On November 21, the Hook & Ladder teamed up with our friends at Westside Hose Company for a live fire burn drill. Members performed search, rescue, and fire extinguishment evolutions in live fire conditions. The members of both companies travelled to continue training to benefit the community after long days at work.

11/16/2024 RBFD Responds To Electrical Fire At DPU

RBFD — Sun, 17 Nov 2024 22:36:19 +0000

11/16/2024 RBFD Responds To Electrical Fire At DPU RBFD Sun, 11/17/2024 - 17:36

On the morning of Saturday November 16, the Red Bank Fire Department responded to a power line fire that spread into the Department of Public Utilities yard and along the NJ Transit Railroad Tracks. Responding units, 91, 93, 95, 96, 66, and 67 contained the fire quickly and monitored the power lines until the fire was fully out and JCPL could respond.

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RBFD's Navesink Hook & Ladder Conducts Extrication Drill 10/27/2024

RBFD — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 14:41:24 +0000

RBFD's Navesink Hook & Ladder Conducts Extrication Drill 10/27/2024 RBFD Sun, 11/03/2024 - 09:41

On the morning of October 27, 2024, the Hook and Ladder conducted an extrication drill at Red Bank Recycling. Operating with the equipment from both Ladder 91 and Tower 90, the membership conducted multiple scenarios utilizing three cars. The training is part of the commitment the Department's volunteers have made to always be at the ready for any scenario to best serve the Red Bank community.

The membership would like to thank Red Bank Recycling for its continued support of the Red Bank Fire Department. Their generosity has been a staple in assisting the Department in meeting its training goals for decades.

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Red Bank Fire Department and Community Participate in the 76th Annual Halloween Parade

RBFD — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:02:39 +0000

Red Bank Fire Department and Community Participate in the 76th Annual Halloween Parade RBFD Sun, 10/20/2024 - 20:02

On Sunday October 20, 2024 the Red Bank Fire Department participated in the town's 76th Annual Halloween Parade. In partnership with Red Bank Parks and Recreation and Red Bank Rivercenter, the Chief's, Fire Police, Truck 90, Truck 91, Engine 93, Engine 94, Engine 96, and the Rehab Unit all participated. As is tradition, the children of Red Bank marched with the Department.

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RBFD Congratulates New Red Bank Police Chief Michael Frazee On His Swearing In

RBFD — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 01:03:09 +0000

RBFD Congratulates New Red Bank Police Chief Michael Frazee On His Swearing In RBFD Sun, 10/13/2024 - 21:03

On the afternoon of October 11, 2024, before a large crowd of colleagues, residents, and family, Michael Frazee was sworn in as Red Bank's new Chief of Police. Chief Frazee has served the Borough for over thirty years, including as a member of Union Hose Company. The Department was honored to be asked to serve flag detail in raising its American flag between Ladder 91 and Tower 90 to celebrate the occasion. The entire Department congratulates Chief Frazee and affirms its support as he steps into this new role.

Photo Credits to RBFD except Photo 4 (crowd shot) used courtesy of Red Bank Green.

(Photo Courtesy of Red Bank Green)

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RBFD Congratulates Breanna Hartman On Her Graduation From Middletown Fire Academy

RBFD — Wed, 25 Sep 2024 16:38:57 +0000

RBFD Congratulates Breanna Hartman On Her Graduation From Middletown Fire Academy RBFD Wed, 09/25/2024 - 12:38

On Monday September 23, 2024, the Middletown Fire Academy celebrated the graduation of its most recent class of volunteer firefighters. Red Bank Fire Department's Breanna Hartman was among the graduates and is a current active member of Independent Hose Company, also known as Engine 93. Breanna is the daughter of three-time RBFD Fire Chief Wayne Hartman, who had the honor of bestowing her Firefighter Certificate. Breanna carries on a tradition in the Borough of Red Bank where families have multiple generations serve the community in the volunteer fire service.

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Recruiting: Red Bank Fire Department Continues Push For New Members In Both Firefighting and Support Roles

RBFD — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 17:52:28 +0000

Recruiting: Red Bank Fire Department Continues Push For New Members In Both Firefighting and Support Roles RBFD Tue, 09/24/2024 - 13:52

The Red Bank Fire Department continues its outreach to the greater Red Bank community for volunteers. There is a place for both active firefighters and support members. The first step is to send an inquiry throught the "Join Us" link on this website.

Active Firefighters: If you are already certified, it is a quick process to have you join. If you have no training, the Department will sponsor you to attend the fire academy at no expense to you.

Support Members: All companies, and the Department, have need for support in administrative tasks including fundraising, event planning, book keeping, webpage support, outreach, and more. If you have a way to contribute to the Department, there is a non-firematic place for you to contribute. Please send an inquiry.

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RBFD 2024 Fundraising Drive Has Begun - Ways To Support The Department

RBFD — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 13:59:16 +0000

RBFD 2024 Fundraising Drive Has Begun - Ways To Support The Department RBFD Mon, 09/23/2024 - 09:59

Attached is the 2024 RBFD Fundraising Mailer with information on how you can contribute by mail or through our website at this link: Donate Now

The 2023 Fundraiser found the greater Red Bank community to be generous to the Department. Here are some ways your donations assisted us:

THE MEANINGFUL WAYS YOUR 2024 DONATIONS SUPPORTED THE ALL-VOLUNTEER RBFD

The Hook & Ladder made a significant repair to its roof and fixed a bay door
Union Hose Co. repaired its roof
Independent Hose Co. fixed heating and A/C units
Liberty Hose Co. installed new lighting throughout the First Aid Building
The Independent / Liberty / Auxillary added new sumps in the basement of the First Aid Building
Westside Hose Co. added new led lighting and repaired its ceiling
The Auxillary Unit supported department training efforts

As always the entire Department thanks you for your generosity and support.

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9/22/2024: Units 90, 91, 93, and 94 Conduct Joint Water Flow Drill

RBFD — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 00:40:18 +0000

9/22/2024: Units 90, 91, 93, and 94 Conduct Joint Water Flow Drill RBFD Fri, 09/20/2024 - 20:40

On the morning of 9/22/2024 Ladder 91, Tower 90, Engine 93, Engine 94, and Chiefs Woods (67) and Welsh (68) gathered at Red Bank Regional High School to conduct a joint water flow drill. The members reviewed each others apparatus and ran set ups to flow water through Tower 90's waterways. The drill is a continuation of the departments commitment to train for all possible scenarios.

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RBFD, RBPD and Red Bank Community Gather to Remember 9/11

RBFD — Sat, 14 Sep 2024 01:09:30 +0000

RBFD, RBPD and Red Bank Community Gather to Remember 9/11 RBFD Fri, 09/13/2024 - 21:09

On the morning of 9/11/2024, the Red Bank Fire Department and Red Bank Police Department, joined by members of the greater Red Bank community, gathered at Riverside Gardens Park to remember those lost on 9/11. This year, Red Bank Middle School Principal, JT Pierson, brought the entire eighth grade to participate in the remembrance. Members of local faith groups, the entire Red Bank Council and Mayor, the Atlantic Watch, as well as the Choir of the Atlantic, also joined.

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