Cranford Fire Department
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Welcome to the official page of the Cranford, New Jersey Fire Department The Cranford Fire Department is a full-service emergency services organization dedicated to serving the community by protecting life, property, and the environment. We provide comprehensive fire, emergency medical, and rescue response services as well as public education, fire prevention, and community risk reduction programs. With one centrally-located fire station, we can quickly respond anywhere within the Township of Cranford. We are committed to providing the highest level of public safety service for our community. Our membership is made up of full-time dual role Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technicians, part-time Emergency Medical Technicians, and volunteer Call Firefighters. We operate a comprehensive Fire Prevention Bureau focused on community risk reduction through public education, code enforcement, fire investigation, and Youth Fire-setter Intervention activities. We also host one of the County's only Fire Explorer programs, offering high school-aged youth an opportunity to participate in ride-along, receive training, and learn about the Fire and Emergency Services community.
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facebook.comExcessive Heat Warning until 10:00PM Sunday from Cranford Police Department : Nixle
https://local.nixle.com/alert/5701966/?sub_id=616634
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Heat-related illness can sneak up on you very quickly... It's important to know the signs so you can take immediate action.
CDC - Extreme Heat and Your Health
It's hot out there folks! While you enjoy the weekend just Be sure to stay hydrated and cool off... A cooling center is open at the Community Center until 6pm. Visit https://www.cdc.gov/extremeheat/ for more tips.
Extreme Heat | Ready.gov
It's going to be hot this weekend! Remember these heatwave tips: Preparedness Activities: • Stay indoors as much as possible and limit exposure to the sun • Remain hydrated; drink water often; avoid strenuous outdoor work • Dress in loose-fitting, lightweight and light-colored clothing covering as much skin as possible • Never leave children or pets alone in closed vehicles • Know the symptoms of heat exhaustion; monitor elderly and children Additional Resources: http://www.ready.gov/heat http://www.nws.noaa.gov/om/heat/index.shtml
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Congratulations to Cranford Fire Explorer Matt Schrier on being awarded the 2016 Steve Benish Scholarship! The scholarship is named after a Cranford Fire Explorer and Call Firefighter who was tragically killed in Iraq in 2004 while serving in the Army. It is awarded annually by a foundation within the Cranford Fire Department. Congratulations Matt!
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Cranford Jaycees
Thank you to the Cranford Jaycees for your support! Happy 4th Everyone!
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Hope you're enjoying the weekend! This happens to be one of the busiest for Fire Departments because of fireworks and grill fires.
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Last year, 30,000 fires were caused by fireworks and 20,000 people reported fireworks injuries! Be careful out there folks and report illegal fireworks.
Cranford Fire Department Welcomes New Call Firefighters
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Congratulations to Call Firefighters Ray Lora, Nicolas Downey, Charlie Hallax, Ed Conte, Jason Cruz and Rob Petrick on their graduation from the Union County Fire Academy last night! Special Congratulations to Call Firefighter Jason Cruz for receiving both the Ken Nocera award for having the highest grade point average in the graduating class and also for receiving the Ben Laganga leadership award! Last night's event was a great night for the graduates. CFD is lucky to have you on board!
Summer Fire & Life Safety Tips from the Cranford Fire Department – The Township of Cranford, NJ
Happy Friday! Take a moment to view these summer-specific safety tips...
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