NEW YEARS DAY FIRE
Unexcelled Fire Company Engine 34-4-75 and Ladder 34-4-90 were first due at a
2-Alarm fire on the corner of Sayre Street and Bradford Avenue.
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ANNUAL STEAK BAKE &
GIFT AUCTION Our Next Steak Bake
Saturday, November 17, 2012
NEPTUNE FIRE DEPARTMENT / UNEXCELLED FIRE COMPANY OFFICERS SWORN IN
January 1, 2012
Donald Colarusso was sworn-in as Chief of the Neptune Fire Department. Also sworn-in was Unexcelled Fire Company Captain Joseph L. Mauro IV and Lieutenant Danial J. Harker.
Three hours after the swearing-in ceremony, Neptune Firefighters battled a 2-alarm fire on Sayre Street. Click here to watch.
In 2011, the Unexcelled Fire Company responded to 540 emergency calls.
UNEXCELLED FIREFIGHTERS RESPONDS TO BASEMENT FIRE
January 17, 2012
The Unexcelled Fire Company responded to 115 Anelve Avenue for a reported structure fire. Upon arrival firefighters found a fire in the basement. The fire was quickly contained and suppressed. There were no injuries on scene.
CAR FIRE ON COLUMBUS AVENUE SUPPRESSED BY NEPTUNE FIREFIGHTERS
November 30, 2011
The Unexcelled Fire Company and Liberty Fire Company responded to Columbus Avenue for a reported car fire. Firefighters extinguished the fire without incident.
UNEXCELLED FIREFIGHTER PARTICIPATE IN HOAGIE BUILDING FOR CHARITY
November 11, 2011
The Unexcelled Fire Company joined members of the Shark River Hills Fire Company and Hamilton Fire Company as Team Neptune Fire Department, going against Team Neptune Police Department.
The event, which involved building as many hoagies as possible in 3 minutes, yielded a $2,000.00 donation from WaWa for charity.
The competition ended in a tie.
The event was held by the new WaWa Store, located on Highway 33 in Neptune and was their Grand Opening.
Members of the Unexcelled Fire Company regularly participate in community functions.
ROPE RESCUE TRAINING FOR NEPTUNE FIREFIGHTERS
October 24, 2011
The Unexcelled Fire Company received rope rescue training including techniques for rescues with stokes basket via rope lowers and rescues via tower ladder operations.
The drill was conducted at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, utilizing the 5-story Parking Garage.
Instructors were from First Due Training - members of FDNY SOC and NJTF-1.
UNEXCELLED FIRE COMPANY SUPPORTS NEPTUNE HIGH SCHOOL - PARTICPATES IN ANNUAL HOMECOMING PARADE
October 22, 2011
The Unexcelled Fire Company supports Neptune High School and the Neptune Schools.
Unexcelled Ladder 34-4-90 attended and participated in the annual Homecoming Parade, which starts at Neptune High School, proceeds up State Highway 33 to Green Grove Road, to the athletic fields behind the Summerfield School.
Neptune Football beat Ocean 19-0.
UNEXCELLED FIREFIGHTERS RESCUE CAR ACCIDENT VICTIM
October 19, 2011
Shortly after 9pm, the Unexcelled Fire Company responded to an reported auto accident with a patient trapped. Upon arrival, Firefighters found a two vehicle accident with a female pinned.
Utilizing Unexcelled Engine 34-4-75's hydraulic extrication tools, firefighters were able to access the patient and remove her.
Unexcelled Firefighters were assisted by Liberty Fire Company, Neptune OEM, Hamilton First Aid and Ocean Grove First Aid.
Unexcelled Fire Company responded to a reported car fire at 30 Ridge Avenue shortly before midnight. Upon arrival, firefighter found a pick-up truck that was on fire, with a vehicle parked directly next to it. The fire was quickly knocked down and extinguished by Engine 34-4-75.
UNEXCELLED FIREFIGHTERS OPERATING AT A MASS CASSUALTY INCIDENT
October 13, 2011
Unexcelled Firefighters operated at the scene of an MVA with 12 injuries onboard a bus. The incident occured at West Lake Avenue and Myrtle Avenue. Firefighters assisted EMS in removing victims, treating and transporting.
UNEXCELLED EX-FIRE CHIEF RECEIVES MEDAL OF VALOR AWARD
October 2, 2011
Unexcelled President Robert McDonald, who was the Neptune Fire Department Chief in 2009, was awarded a Medal of Valor Award by the Monmouth County Fire Marshal's Office at their annual Medal Day Ceremony. The event was held at the Monmouth County Fire Academy in Freehold. Ex-Chief McDonald, at great personal risk to himself, came to the aid of three people who were in an overturned vehicle that was on fire.
NEPTUNE FIRE DISTRICT REPRESENTED BY UNEXCELLED FIRE COMPANY AT RIVERFEST
October 1, 2011
Firefighters were a huge hit at Neptune's Riverfest Event on October 1. Unexcelled Fire Company had a booth, promoting Fire Safety and handing out application to prosepective firefighters.
FIREFIGHTERS GET FIRST LOOK AT LATEST TECHNOLOGY FOR THE FIRE SERVICE
September 23, 2011
Several members of the Unexcelled Fire Company got an early glimpse of the latest Thermal Imaging technology for firefighters. The new Draeger UCF 7000 Thermal Imager. This state-of-the-art camera was recently released by Draeger and has several very unique features, such as being Intrinsically Safe. It also has a "freeze frame display" feature that allows firefighters to see around corners, or show fellow firefighters images by capturing a snap shot. This thermal imaging camera automatically records video and sound, weighs three pounds and has a lithium-oin battery capable of as much as a four hour run time. Draeger UCF 7000 Termal Imaging Camera.
UNEXCELLED FIRE COMPANY REPRESENTS NEPTUNE FIRE DEPARTMENT AT COMMUNITY DAY
September 18, 2011 Neptune Fire Department's Unexcelled Fire Company participated in Jersey Shore University Medical Center's annual Community Day. Neptune Firefighters were on-hand displaying Fire Engine 34-4-75, as well as handing out fire prevention literature.
FIRE IN BRADLEY BEACH EXTINGUISHED
September 16, 2011 Unexcelled Fire Company responded mutual aid to 423 Everygreen Avenue in Bradley Beach to assist at a structure fire.
Members of Unexcelled worked with Bradley Beach, Avon and Asbury Park firefighters to extinguish the blaze.
Photo by Chris Allfrey
It is with deep respect and reverence that the Unexcelled Fire Company remembers the tragic events of 9/11 and those that have been lost. Displayed are never seen images of the World Trade Center site, taken by member Donald Colarusso who was there. On this tenth anniversary of September 11, our thoughts and prayers go out to the many victims of this tragedy. We will NEVER FORGET.
ANNUAL FDNY FF ROBERT J. FOTI MEMORIAL MINI GOLF TOURAMENT
August 13, 2011
Neptune Fire Department's Unexcelled Fire Company was honored to help in hosting the Annual Robert J. Foti Memorial Mini Golf Tourament, which was held in Bradley Beach.
FF Foti was killed on September 11, 2001 at the World Trade Center. He was a member of Manhattan's Ladder Company 7.
UNEXCELLED FIRE COMPANY PARTICIPATES IN NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
August 2, 2011
Neptune Fire Department's Unexcelled Fire Company participated in the Annual 'National Night Out". Like in previous years, the Community Event was held at the Midtown School on Atkins Avenue and Embury Avenue in downtown Neptune. Unexcelled Fire Company set up Tower Ladder 34-4-90 and flowed water for the local children.
NEPTUNE FIRE DEPARTMENT RESPONDS TO ELEVATOR RESCUE
June 13, 2011
Unexcelled Fire Company responded for a report of a person trapped in an elevator at 1609 West Lake Avenue - West Lake Senior Apartments. Firefighters investigated and found that the victim had already exited prior to their arrival. The elevators were shut down until they could be inspected.
Photo is Engine 34-4-75 and Ladder 34-4-90 along with the Chief.
NEPTUNE FIRE DEPARTMENT RESPONDS TO OCEAN TOWNSHIP TO ASSIST AT STRUCTURE FIRE
June 12, 2011
Shortly after 2am, the Unexcelled Fire Company was requested mutual aid to Ocean Township to assist Oakhurst Fire Department battle a structure fire.
Ladder 34-4-90 was requested and responded. Unexcelled Firefighters were assigned as the Rapid Intervention team.
During the incident, a heavy rain and thunderstorm moved through the area, but there were no injuries as a result.
CAR CRASHES INTO A NEPTUNE HOME
June 8, 2011
The Neptune Fire Department was dispatched to a reported car into a home on Monmouth Avenue and Central Avenue. The Career Division, Station 1 and 3 were assigned, with a special call for Station 4 - Unexcelled Fire Company.
Upon arrival a passenger car had crashed into a one story private dwelling, then backed up and parked the car in the street. there were no injuries.
Neptune EMS, OEM, Police and the Construction Department also responded.
UNEXCELLED FIREFIGHTERS OPERATE AT CAR ACCIDENT
April 13, 2011
Unexcelled Firefighters responded to Highway 35 and Heck Avenue for an MVA involving a taxi cab. Firefighters treated two patients until the arrival of EMS.
BASEMENT FIRE QUICKLY SUPPRESSED BY UNEXCELLED FIREFIGHTERS
April 1, 2011
Shortly after 3am, a General Alarm was transmitted for a possible structural fire at 445 State Highway 35. Upon arrival of the NFD Assistant Chief, a working fire was confirmed in a 2 1/2 story private dwelling. Unexcelled Engine 34-4-75 arrived and located the fire in the basement and extending to the first floor. A line was stretched and crews suppressed the fire, as Ladder 34-4-90 arrived. The Ladder Crew ventilated the heavy black smoke and performed primary and secondary searches. The resident escaped without injury. Engine 34-3-76, Ladder 34-1-90 and Air unit 34-2-86 were also on scene. Wayside Fire Company responded as the RIT team, and an extra engine was special called from Neptune City. Neptune Police, EMS and OEM were also on scene. The fire is under investigation by the Neptune Fire Bureau.
UNEXCELLED RESPONDS TO THE CITY OF LONG BRANCH
March 15, 2011
Shortly before midnight, the Unexcelled Fire Company was requested mutual aid to Long Branch on Riviera Drive. The large home, whose backyard was the Long Branch beach, was destroyed by a raging fire.
No injuries were reported on scene.
Engine 34-4-75 remained on scene for nearly two hours.
UNEXCELLED RESPONDS TO OCEAN GROVE FOR MULTIPLE HOUSES ON FIRE
March 11, 2011
Shortly after 5am, firefighters were called to Surf Avenue in Ocean Grove for a reported structure fire. Ocean Grove and Neptune firefighters were among the first to arrive. Heavy fire conditions and the close proximity of the homes in the historic section of the community aided if the quick spread of fire to the surrounding homes.
According to www.app.com, 8 homes were destroyed and 5 others damaged on Surf and Atlantic Avenues.
Tower Ladder 34-4-90 operating on Surf Avenue in Ocean Grove. Photo courtesy of app.com
Photo taken of the scene from above, inside bucket of Tower
Ladder 34-4-90. Photo courtesy of All Hands Fire Equipment
Tower Ladder 34-4-90 operating on Surf Avenue in Ocean Grove. Photo courtesy of Star Ledger
Tower Ladder 34-4-90 operating on Surf Avenue in
Ocean Grove. Photo courtesy of Star Ledger
A QUICK RESPONSE SPARES BUILDING FROM WIND-DRIVEN FIRE
February 15, 2011
Firefighters were quick to respond to an outside rubbish fire that was fanned by high winds and up against a 3-story occupied multiple dwelling. Unexcelled Fire Company and the Neptune Career Division arrived at the same time, and quickly knocked down the blaze before it could extend into the building. No injuries were reported on scene. Residents of the building were welcomed into the Unexcelled Firehouse (next door), out of the cold, until they were permitted back to their homes.
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH FF JASON FAZIO AND THE ASBURY PARK FIRE DEPARTMENT
January 10, 2011
Asbury Park Fire Department Acting Truck Captain Jason Fazio was injured during this blaze and according to www.app.com, he is in critical condition at St. Barnabus Burn Center in Livingston, NJ.
The Unexcelled Fire Company responded to 420 Main Street in Asbury Park shortly after 10am to assist APFD.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Jason, his family and the Asbury Park Fire Department.
FF ANGELICA QUEZADA HONORED
December 13, 2010
Members of the Unexcelled Fire Company honored one of their own on Friday, December 10. FF Angelica Quezada, an Unexcelled Firefighter since March 2009, is also an Operations Specialist with the US Navy and has been reassigned from New Jersey to California. "Q", we're going to miss you ... Stay safe...
CONFINED SPACE DRILL
December 4, 2010
Members of the Unexcelled Fire Company trained in Confined Space Rescue. As a part of the Neptune Township Special Operations Team, Unexcelled Fire Company works cooperatively with Neptune Office of Emergency Management, Neptune Fire Department Career Division, Shark River Hills First Aid, Neptune Police Department and members from other township agencies.
ANNUAL "TURKEY BOWL" FLAG FOOTBALL GAME - NEPTUNE vs. WALL - A SUCCESS!
November 27, 2010
For years, members of the Unexcelled & Hamilton Fire Company's play against the Wall Fire Company in the annual "Turkey Bowl".
"It's a great time and a fun, friendly rivalry", said participant and Wall Fire Commissioner Jeff Kniffen.
The "Turkey Bowl" is held on the Saturday following Thanksgiving at Shark River Park off Gully Road (Wall/Neptune border).
HIGH ANGLE / ROPE RESCUE SCHOOL
November 21, 2010
Members of the Unexcelled Fire Company attended High Angle / Rope Rescue training last week. Congratulations to our graduates! FF Matt Kepler, Ex-Chief Phil Williams, FF Kevin Pearse, FF Jared Pivarnick and FF Nick Megill.
UNEXCELLED FIRE COMPANY SUPPORTS NEPTUNE HIGH SCHOOL'S CANDLE LIGHT VIGIL / DWI AWARENESS PROGRAM
November 18, 2010
Each year, Neptune High School holds a Candle Light Vigil. The event reflects on the impact of drunk driving in the community with words from guest speakers and students. This year, Neptune Fire District was represented by the Unexcelled Fire Company, who attended along with Neptune OEM and Neptune EMS. The Unexcelled Fire Company supports Neptune High School and their efforts to increase awareness of the dangers of underage drinking.
TOWER LADDER 34-4-90
Unexcelled Fire Company's new Tower Ladder will be displayed in 1st Responder News and on www.FDNYTrucks.com. Photographers Mike Martinelli, Ron Jeffers and John Calderone were in Neptune on November 11 for the photo shoot.
34-4-90 was delivered in March of 2010. It is a Crimson 100-ft Tower Ladder. This unit is equipped with essential Truck Company equipment. It is also equipped for confined space rescue, vehicle extrication, Rapid Intervention (RIT) and Special Operations.
Photo by Ron Jeffers of 1st Responder News
October 30, 2010
NEPTUNE FIRE DEPARTMENT - UNEXCELLED FIRE COMPANY SHOWS ITS COMMUNITY SPIRIT!
The Unexcelled Fire Company, along with Neptune OEM and Neptune First Aid, participated in the 2010 Neptune High School Homecoming Parade.
Neptune Fire District 1 was there, represented by Station 4, with Ladder 34-4-90 who followed the Class of 2011, 2012 and 2013 as they marched up Highway 33 to the High School Football Fields.
Pictured with the Neptune High School Mascot is (L to R) FF Chris Benjamin, FF Jerry Robinson, FF Angelica Quezada and Captain Donald Colarusso.
NEPTUNE FIRE DISTRICT WAS REPRESENTED BY UNEXCELLED FIRE COMPANY AT FIRE PREVENTION DAY AT HOME DEPOT
October 2, 2010 Unexcelled Fire Company particpated in Home Depot's Fire Prevention Day! Unexcelled Firefighter Phil Williams, Phillip Williams, Chris Benjamin and Joe Ryan were on hand with Unexcelled's Tower Ladder. Also particpating was the MONOC Medi-Vac helicopter.
UNEXCELLED FIRE COMPANY RESPONDS TO MVA WITH OVERTURNED VEHICLE
September 30, 2010
Unexcelled Firefighters operated at the scene of a 3-vehicle MVA on Highway 35 and Heck Ave. Firefighters stabalized the vehicle, which was on its side, and removed the victim. Firefighters then tended to the victim until the arrival of EMS.
Photo's courtesy of Tracey James
UNEXCELLED FIREFIGHTERS JOIN NEPTUNE OEM AT CONFINED SPACE RESCUE TRAINING
September 27, 2010
Unexcelled Fire Company members participate in Confined Space Rescue Training with members of Neptune OEM.
UNEXCELLED FIRE COMPANY ATTEND DRILL IN NEIGHBORING BRADLEY BEACH
September 25, 2010 Unexcelled Fire Company members participate in multi-agency drill in Bradley Beach. Unexcelled firefighters were assigned as the RIT team, and during the simulated structure fire were summonsed to rescue a firefighter who fell through the floor into the basement. The member was located and removed in less than 5 minutes. Also participating in the drill was Allenhurst Fire Department, Bradley Beach Police Department and Bradley Beach OEM.
NEPTUNE FIRE DISTRICT WAS REPRESENTED BY UNEXCELLED FIRE COMPANY AT "NEPTUNE DAY"!
September 11, 2010 Members of the Unexcelled Fire Company participating in the township's annual Neptune Day. "Although this event was held on such a sacred and important day, we wanted to show our support to the community by participating," said Captain Donald Colarusso.
UNEXCELLED RESPONDS TO STRUCTURE FIRE ON LYNN DRIVE
June 27, 2010
Unexcelled Ladder 34-4-90 and Engine 34-4-75 were on the scene of an attic fire at 14 Lynn Drive. One Unexcelled Firefighter was injured and transported to Jersey Shore University Medical Center.
Photos by Steve Mitchell
UNEXCELLED FIRE COMPANY WINS THE WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE!
Members of the Unexcelled Fire Company won the event with a record-setting weight lost a total of 243 pounds! As winners of the event, the fire company received a check for $1,000.00. The event also raised $2,215.00 which was donated to the Food Bank of Monmouth & Ocean County, located in Neptune.
UNEXCELLED RESPONDS TO STRUCTURE FIRE ON STAMFORD DRIVE
April 20, 2010
Unexcelled Engine 34-4-75 was first due at 502 Stamford Drive, a 1.5 story private dwelling fire. The company stretched the initial line and suppressed the fire. Unexcelled members also vented the roof (pictured above).
Photos by Charles Borges
Mutual Aid to Ocean Township
December 21, 2009
Unexcelled Firefighters responded to Ocean Township to assist the Wanamassa Fire Company with what ultimately became a 4 alarm fire.
This photo shows Unexcelled Firefighters opening the warehouse doors on the loading dock, as additional Unexcelled Firefighters stand by with a 2.5" hoseline.
Snow Storm Keeps Firefighters Busy
December 19-20, 2009
Unexcelled Firefighters worked around the clock during a snow storm that blanketed the Jersey Shore with 16-18 inches of snow.
Firefighters responded to fire emergencies, assisted stranded motorists and assisted EMS to gain access to people in need of medical care who were snowed into their homes.
This photo shows Unexcelled Firefighters clearing snow that covered fire hydrants on Seaview Island in Neptune.
LADDER 34-4-90 - TRUCK INSPECTION ON 12/02/2009 IN LANCASTER, PA
Pictured (L to R) Commissioner Martuscelli, Captain Colarusso, Jeff Gaskin, FF Megill,
FF Sutphin,
Captain Harker, Lieutenant Mauro and Chief McDonald.
10/10/09 - Unexcelled Fire Company members at Home Depot for Fire Prevention Day L to R - Captain Colarusso, Lieutenant Mauro, FF Manek, FF Pearse, FF Benjamin and FF Kepler.
Unexcelled Fire Company response to a vehicle that struck a gus pump on the Asbury Circle on Wednesday, September 30. Engine 34-4-75 responded. Members of the Unexcelled mitigated the incident, with assistance from Liberty Fire Company and Neptune OEM and EMS. Photo's shown courtesy of www.app.com
The Unexcelled Fire Company was presented with a donation of $1,160.00 during the September 22, 2009 borough council meeting in Bradley Beach. The donation was generated from the 8th Annual Robert J. Foti Gold Tourament, which was held in Bradley Beach on September 8 at the Ocean Front Gold Course. FF Foti was member of FDNY's Ladder Company 7 and was killed on 9/11. He was a summertime resident of Bradley Beach and brother to the members of the Unexcelled Fire Company. Also in attendance at the council meeting was FF Foti's widow Florence Foti and son Bobby Foti, Jr.
08/25/09 - Unexcelled Fire Company members after training at a vacant dwelling in Avon, NJ. Back Row L to R - FF Manek, FF Borges, FF Megill, FF Williams, FF Megill, Captain Colarusso, FF Gaylin, Lieutenant Mauro and
Chief McDonald. Front Row L to R - FF Sutphin, FF Pivarnick, FF Kepler and FF Rystephanuk. (Photo courtesy of Cody Childs)
08/08/09 - Unexcelled Fire Company participated in the 8th
Annual Robert J. Foti Mini-Golf Tourament.
08/08/09 - Unexcelled Fire Company members on the boardwalk in Bradley Beach during the Robert J. Foti Memorial event.
07/18/09 - Unexcelled Fire Company participates in Jersey Shore University Medical Center "Open House" event.
07/18/09 - Unexcelled Fire Company participates in Jersey Shore University Medical Center "Open House" event.
03/14/09 - Unexcelled Fire Company, along with Hamilton Fire Company and Fort Monmouth Fire Department at 200 Hollywood Ave for a vehicle into a private dwelling.
03/16/09 - Unexcelled Fire Company, along with Neptune Uniform Division and Fort Monmouth Fire Department at 1501 Hwy 33 for a vehicle into a vacant building.
October 5, 2008
Monmouth County Fire Marshals Office Medal Day Ceremony, held at the Keyport Fire Museum in Keyport, New Jersey.
Three Unexcelled Firefighters were cited for bravery while working with Asbury Park firefighters in the rescue of residents in a high rise apartment building fire.
Members receiving awards were Lieutenant Daniel Harker, Lieutenant Joseph Mauro and FF Francis Sutphin (seated).
Pictured (standing L to R) Captain Donald Colarusso, Ex-Chief Chip Megill, Ex-Chief Lester Harker, Assistant Chief Robert McDonald, FF Steve Mitchell, Ex-Chief Phil Williams, FF Jared Pivarnick and Honorary Member Daniel Sutphin.
June 28, 2008: Training at Jersey Shore University Medical Center. Members of Unexcelled Fire Company, Hamilton Fire Company and NFD Career staff received instruction on ropes and rigging. The training prepares firefighters to rescue trapped firefighters and civilians who may be trapped in high rise fires and beyond the reach of ladder trucks.
The
Unexcelled Fire Company has been protecting the residents
of Neptune Township since 1888.
Our members continue the
proud tradition of Professional, Loyal and Dedicated Service,
24 hours a day.
MISSION
STATEMENT
The mission of the Unexcelled Fire Company
is to maintain a highly trained and effective firefighting-rescue
force that operates in a safe and efficient manner; and is
prepared to respond and effectively suppress fires, rescue
those trapped, handle emergencies and disasters; and to save
lives, protect property and the environment in Neptune Township
and other jurisdictions when requested.
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