The Board of Fire Commissioners, Fire District #3, Township of Wall, is currently accepting applications for the positions of Per Diem and Full Time Career Firefighters.
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Car into House
PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 30, 2018
Subject: Car Vs House
Contact: John A. Sahatjian Fire Chief 
On Monday July 30, at approximately 545pm the volunteers from South Wall Fire Rescue we alerted to a vehicle into a residence at 2358 Apple Ridge Circle.
Members responded with an Engine, Rescue and Special Ops Trailer to the scene. On scene it was found a vehicle struck the front wall of the home in the garage. The area was inspected by firefighters and Wall Twp Building department and it was determined that there was structural damage.
Firefighters constructed and placed a triple post vertical shore as well as secured the exterior and to prevent any further damage in the home.
As a function of Wall Fire District 3, members are trained as Structural Collapse operations level, as well as having 6 members who are Structural Collapse Technician level. 
The dedicated volunteers as well the career division participate in many hours of training to be able to be structural collapse operations level.
16 Hours of training per year
Refresher training every first Wednesday of the month
Technician level is 80 hours of training held in Lakehurst in conjunction with New Jersey Task Force 1.
For more information on the accident please contact Wall Township Police. 
Frazee Structure Fire
PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 25, 2018
Subject: Structure Fire 1607 Frazee Dr.
Contact: John A. Sahatjian Fire Chief
“Structure Fire”
At 1407pm a Box alarm was transmitted in District 3 (South Wall) for a possible structure fire. A Box alarm is a shared service agreement between Wall Fire District 1, 2 and 3 for any smoke or fire in a structure. Members arrived and found smoke and fire showing from the roof attic area of the 1-story residence. Crew from Engine 3 and volunteers from South Wall Fire Rescue, quickly and aggressively stretched a line, found fire in the attic which extended from an exterior fire on the side of the hom. A search of the residence was negative, as the homeowner were not home at the time of the fire. Crews from District 1 and 2 assisted with overhaul and checked for extension through out the house.
Mutual Aid Agencies
Wall Fire District 1
Wall Fire District 2
Point Beach Fire (RIT)
The fire is under investigation by Wall Twp Fire Marshall’s Office and Wall Twp Police.
Thank you,
John A. Sahatjian
John A. Sahatjian
Chief of Department
Wall Fire District 3
Training
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 6, 2018
Subject: Vacant House Training
Contact: John A. Sahatjian Fire Chief
“Donated House”
On May 30, 2018 members from South Wall Special Ops Team honed their skills on shoring on
a vacant house. The House was located at 1204 Manito Rd and was donated by the homeowners
prior to demolition.
June 4, 2018 the dedicated volunteers were able to utilize the house again for training on roof
operations and Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) skills.
South Wall Fire Rescue is very appreciative to
the homeowners for the generous donation of
the home prior to demo.
These opportunities are invaluable to
firefighting training.
Once again, the members of the South Wall Fire
Department took time away from their families
to attend this vitally important training. This
will no doubt contribute to enhancing the safety
of the Township of Wall Township community.
If you are interested in allowing the Fire
Department to train on your house or
commercial business prior to demolition please contact the Fire Chief.
John Sahatjian
chief@southwallfire.com
New Hires
“Promotion and New Hires”
The Wall Board of Fire Commissioners District No. 3 is excited to announce the hiring of two career firefighters and promotion of one career firefighter to the rank of Lieutenant. At this time the career staff will be on duty Monday – Friday 730am to 330pm comprised of two firefighters and one Lieutenant manning one engine to supplement the volunteer response.
On Tuesday, May 14, 2018 Wall Fire District No. 3 held the promotional and swearing in ceremonies promoting Firefighter Chris Tamayo to the rank of Lieutenant and appointing Mark Pellecchia Jr and Jarrod Rubin Jr as full time firefighters
Some of the benefits as a result of adding daytime staff are as follows:
- Enhance the provision of fire protection and fire suppression to the community.
- Comply with provisions of the Incident Command System and provide proper staffing and supervision on the emergency scene.
- Allow the firefighter crew to operate as an intact team thereby providing for improved safety of the citizens as well as emergency personnel.
- Provide for a quick response to emergency incidents while maintaining crew integrity.
- Provide adequate response to current as well as future development.
- Providing supports services, EMT (emergency medical technician) response to medical calls in the District
- Proved support services to Wall Fire District No. 1 with manpower through a shared service agreement to supplement the volunteer staff of Wall Fire Company No. 1.
It is important to mention the Fire District has added multiple volunteers over the past year and have an active volunteer firefighting force of 30 members. Our members are extremely well trained and dedicated however they are not available during the daytime hours due to careers out of town, etc
The Fire company continues to seek individuals who have a desire to serve the Wall Township Community on a volunteer basis. Please visit our webpage or Facebook page for more information opportunities.
www.southwallfire.com
The Fire Chief and Commissioners along with the members of South Wall Fire Rescue Company have worked tirelessly to address fire service needs so as to efficiently and effectively maximize fire protections within the community. This has been accomplished within the fiscal constraints authorized by the taxpayers.
Brownie Tour
On Tuesday, May 1, 2018 the local Brownie Troop took part in a firehouse tour of South Wall Fire House on Atlantic Ave.
The girls were shown the fire trucks, firefighting gear and much more. They were also explaine
d about fire safety in their homes and how important smoke detectors are.
Our dedicated volunteers are always willing to give firehouse tours, please contact us or visit our Facebook or website for more information.
www.southwallfire.com
Grill Safety Tips
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 13, 2018
Subject: Spring / Summer Grill Safety Tips
“Grill Safety Tips”
The weather is warming up, f you are firing up the gill be sure to do it safely! Check out the below grill safety tips from the NFPA (National Fire Protections Association) and the members of South Wall Fire Rescue to enjoy a happy and safe grilling season! For more information visit Southwallfire.com or https://www.nfpa.org/Public-Education.
Here are some eye opening tips from Wall Fire District No. 3 in conjunction with the members of South Wall Fire Rescue Company.
GENERAL GRILLING TIPS
- Propane and charcoal BBQ grills should only be used outdoors
- The grill should be placed well away from the home, deck railings and out from under eaves and overhanging branches.
- Keep children and pets away from the grilling area.
- Keep your grill clean by removing grease or fat build up from the grills and in trays below the grill.
- Never leave your grill unattended.
PROPANE GRILLS
Before you use your grill:
- Check the major connection points between the gas (propane) tank hose and the regulator and cylinder, and where the hose connects to the burners. Tighten if loose.
- Check the gas (propane) tank hose for the potential (gas) leaks. To do that:
- Apply a light soap and water solution to the hose using a brush or spray bottle.
- Turn the propane tank on. If there is a gas leak, the propane will release bubbles around the hose (big enough to see).
- If there are no bubbles, your grill is safe to use.
- If there are bubbles, turn off the tank and check connections, then have your grill serviced by a professional before using it again.
- If the leak doesn’t stop, call the fire department immediately.
When the grill is on:
- As you are cooking, if you smell gas, turn off the gas tank and burners.
- If the leak stops immediately, get the grill serviced by a professional before using it again.
- If the smell continues, move away from the grill and call the fire department immediately. Do not move the grill.
CHARCOAL GRILLS
- There are several ways to get the charcoal ready to use. Charcoal chimney starters allow you to start the charcoal using newspaper as a fuel.
- If you use a starter fluid, use only charcoal starter fluid. Never add charcoal fluid or any other flammable liquids to the fire.
- Keep charcoal fluid out of the reach of children and away from heat sources.
- There are also electric charcoal starters, which do not use fire. Be sure to use an extension cord for outdoor use.
- When you are finished grilling, let the coals completely cool before disposing in a metal container.
- Do not dump the used coals in any brush or woods.
2158 Terrace Place Fire
PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 5, 2018
Subject: Structure Fire 2158 Terrace Place
Contact: John A. Sahatjian Fire Chief
“Structure Fire”
At 1230pm a Box alarm was transmitted in District 3 (South Wall) for a possible structure fire. A 
Box alarm is a shared service agreement between Wall Fire District 1, 2 and 3 for any smoke or fire in a structure. Members arrived and found smoke and fire showing from the rear of the 2-story residence. Crew from Engine 379 quickly and aggressively stretched a line, found heavy fire on the first floor and extinguished the fire. A search of the residence was negative, as the homeowner were not home at the time of the fire. Crews from District 1 and 2 assisted with overhaul and checked for extension through out the house.
Mutual Aid Agencies
Wall Fire District 1
Wall Fire District 2
Point Beach Fire (RIT)
Manasquan Fire (Cover)
The fire is under investigation by Wall Twp Fire Bureau, Monmouth County Fire Marshals and Wall Twp Police.
Winter Storm Press Release / Safety Tips
3-22-18 winter storm press release
PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 22, 2018
Subject: Winter Snow Storm Toby Activity / Electrical Safety Tips
Contact: John A. Sahatjian Fire Chief
“Winter Storm Toby”
Winter storm “Toby” dumped nearly one foot of snow in our area on Wednesday into Thursday. This snow storm was especially damaging due to the heavy wet snow weighing on the trees and power lines.
Our Dedicated Volunteer members from South Wall Fire Rescue manned the station starting at about 5pm on Wednesday answering emergency calls through 4pm on Thursday. In total members answered over 35 emergency calls for service including power lines down, trees on power lines, motor vehicle accidents and one building collapse.
The building collapse located at 2414 Hwy 34 (pictured below) was dispatched as a reported fire alarm at approximately 4am. Members quickly arrived discovered the rear shingled overhang had collapse off of the rear of the building. During the collapse the debris broke sprinkler lines, damaged and exposed electrical panels and severed the gas mains going into the building.
The area was closed off including Route 34 was shut down for a short period of time with the help of Wall Twp Police, until NJNG could respond and shut the gas off to the building
. Members shut the water and power down the building to prevent any further damage, also inspected for any further structural compromise which it was negative. Wall Fire Marshals Office was also on scene. There were no injuries.
Thank to our well-trained personnel all of the calls were handled with out injuries to citizens or firefighters.
Below are some safety tips when dealing with electrical issues such as down power lines and generators during power outages.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
- Contact 9-1-1 immediately to report downed power lines outside your home.
- Always assume fallen power lines are energized. Stay a minimum of ten feet away from a downed power line and any nearby objects it may be touching, such as a fence or tree limb.
- Never touch a person who is in contact with a downed power line. Call 9-1-1 immediately.
- If you see a downed power line, move away and anything touching it. The ground around power lines – up to 35 feet away – may be energized.
- Do not drive over downed power lines.
- If your car comes in contact with a downed power line while you are inside, sta
y in the car - If you must leave your car because it’s on fire, jump out of the vehicle with both feet together and avoid contact with both he car and the ground at the same time.
GENERATOR SAFETY TIPS
- Never run a generator in an enclosed space or indoors.
- Engines emit carbon monoxide. Be sure to have a working CO alarm in the home while running the generator.
- Don’t run a portable generator in the rain unless you cover and vent it.
- Before refueling, turn off a gasoline-powered generator and let it cool.
- Store extra gasoline properly, be sure to store it in an ANSI – approved container in a cool, well ventilated place.
- Avoid electrical hazards, by using a transfer switch wired by a certified electrician.
- Don’t attempt to back feed your house. Back feeding means trying to power your homes wiring by plugging the generator into a wall outlet. This is very dangerous.
PRESS RELEASE “Chang your Clocks, Change your Batters”
PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 2018 Daylight Saving Press release
March 9, 2018
Subject: Change You Clocks, Change Your Batteries
Contact: John A. Sahatjian Fire Chief Wall Fire District No. 3
“Change Your Clocks, Change Your Batteries”
It is that time again. When you change you clocks Saturday night, you will set them forward 1 hour for Daylight Savings time, you must also change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. While you are checking your batters, also test your detectors and check if there is an expiration date on them.
How important is it really?
Here are some eye opening facts from Wall Fire District No. 3 in conjunction with the members of South Wall Fire Rescue Company.
SMOKE DETECTORS
- Three of every five home fire deaths resulted from fires in homes with no smoke alarms (38%) or no working smoke alarms (21%).
- No smoke alarms were present in almost two out of every five (38%) home fire deaths.
- In fires in which the smoke alarms were present but did not operate, almost half (46%) of the smoke alarms had missing or disconnected batteries.
- Dead batteries caused one-quarter (24%) of the smoke alarm failures.
- Smoke alarms should be interconnected. When one sounds, they all sound.
- Test your smoke alarms at least once a month. Press the test button to be sure the alarm is working.
- Replace all smoke alarms in your home every 10 years.
CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS
- CO is known as the invisible killer, it is colorless and odorless
- CO affects adults, children and pets differently. If the detector is going off Call 911
- Install a carbon monoxide detector in a central location outside each sleeping area.
- CO sources are all over your house. Kitchen, water heater, furnace, dryer, heaters, neighboring apartments.
- Standard smoke detectors do not detect carbon monoxide.
Some more helpful home safety tips check them out and put them to use!
- Test your alarms in your home monthly.
- Have a plan for your family, and practice it!
- If your detectors go off, do not assume anything!
- Carbon monoxide alarms and smoke detectors are not interchangeable. You need both!
- Never disconnect your alarms!
- If your detectors are more than 10 years old, you need to replace the entire unit, not just the battery.
- A 9 volt battery can save your life.