| 6/19/2005: THE "530" NEWS: RP Heavy Rescue Squad |
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The "530" News Welcome Home
Robert Velez, a member of the Heavy Rescue Squad since 2003, returned home in March, from a one-year tour of duty with the Army Reserve in Iraq. Everyone is glad to have him back.
New Members
Heavy Rescue has three new probationary members. Sean Florio, James Racchumi and Linda Taylor joined the Squad in April and will begin training at the Bergen County EMS academy in September. Sean and James are also members of the Ridgefield Park Ambulance Corps.
Flower Sale
Our annual flower sale was a huge success, thanks to everyone who came down and bought their spring plantings. Your support helps to keep us active.
International Relations
In May, The Heavy Rescue Squad received a delegation of 35 fire fighters representing 5 fire companies from the national fire service of France. RPFD member, JF Cote, gave our guests a tour of our rescue rig, "530". Chief Henkel Extrication
In April, the Heavy Rescue Squad responded to an auto accident on Route 95 to free a patient who was trapped in a vehicle beneath the container of a tractor trailer. Members of the Village EMS, including the Fire Department and Ambulance Corps provided great support and all personnel worked together as a team. The patient was evacuated from the scene by helicopter. Related information: How cribbing is used in rescue operations
Independence Day
The Fourth of July is coming and Heavy Rescue will participate in the traditional activities of the day. Look for a new addition to the parade; the Chief’s vehicle. Readers may remember that this is the SUV which was donated to the Squad by Holy Name Hospital. It has been in service since early spring and is used as mobile command post and for personnel transport.
Updated Web Page
We are in the process of improving our Web page: Look for photographs, newsletters and more in the coming months!
Have a safe and healthy summer! |