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#2010-01 MVC On arrival firefighters found one person still in her vehicle which had ended up in the median. Firefighters removed the roof of the SUV to extricate the victim. The east bound lanes were blocked for a short time as firefighters worked at the scene. Only one person was transported by ambulance to hospital with what appeared to be minor injuries. According to Fire Chief Wayne Pollock, it is suspected that a combination of glare from the rising sun and road conditions may have contributed to the accident.
#2009-18 CHIMNEY PINS MAN'S ARMS One firefighter who arrived on scene ahead of the trucks was using a crowbar to relieve as much pressure as he could on the man's arms as paramedics began treatment. Firefighters took about 10 minutes using pry bars and wedges to lift the chimney enough to remove his arms. He was rushed to Saint John Regional Hopsital by ambulance in serious condition. #2009-17 USE CAUTION WITH WOODSTOVE ASHES A firefighter driving past the house on Maces Bay Rd noticed the plastic bucket burning. He called 911 then used a fire extinguisher to put out most of the flames. He then helped the homeowner and a neighbour put snow and water onto the deck to cool hot spots. On arrival, firefighters used a hoseline to wet down the deck to insure everything had been extinguished and checked that the fire hadn’t extended into the house. The fire was confined to the deck, fortunately with minimal damage. Firefighters remind residents to use a metal bucket, preferably with a lid for their ashes. They should be immediately removed from the house and placed on the ground, several feet from the house and any out buildings. Woodstove ashes should never be placed into compost bins, as they can hold heat for several days, even when placed outside. This was the second call of the day for Musquash firefighters. Shortly after 9:30 a.m. firefighters responded to a single vehicle rollover accident on Route 790 Highway in Little Lepreau. One person from the car was transported to hospital by ambulance to be checked over. Her injuries did not appear to be serious. Firefighters assisted the paramedics with the patient and provided traffic control. #2009-16 ONE INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE CRASH The victim had already left the scene by ambulance when firefighters arrived on the scene. Firefighters assisted the RCMP with traffic control and clearing debris from the roadway. The van was able to be driven from the scene.
#2009-15 FIREFIGHTERS RESPOND TO VEHICLE FIRE On arrival firefighters found light smoke coming from near the heater fan motor. Firefighters removed a plastic cover that had melted and found what appeared to be an animal’s nest burning. The fire was quickly extinguished, and the vehicle suffered minor damage. It was towed to a service facility for repair. #2009-14 DONATION WILL HELP EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS Fire Chief Wayne Pollock said, “This will help us to provide service to our communities during natural or other disasters. We will be able to provide shelter and hot food to residents in need during an emergency, such as the ice storm we experienced years ago. We are very grateful to Brunswick Pipeline for their support of our department’s efforts to be able to provide this to our citizens.” Attached photo (043) shows: Susan Layton, Director of Regulatory Affairs & Government Relations and Rob Belliveau, General Manager of Brunswick Pipeline presenting a cheque to Musquash Local Service District Advisory Committee Chairman Dave Rogers and Musquash Fire Chief Wayne Pollock.
#2009-13 CAMPER TRAILER DESTROYED IN ACCIDENT On arrival, firefighters found that two occupants of the truck had managed to get out on their own, and were being checked over by Ambulance New Brunswick Paramedics. Although the truck had rolled over, the occupants did not require treatment. Firefighters assisted with traffic control at the scene as the vehicle was removed by a tow truck.
#2009-12 CAMPER TRAILER DESTROYED IN ACCIDENT On arrival, one man was found standing near his motorcycle. Firefighters assisted paramedics with the victim and cleaned up a fuel spill from the bike. The motorcycle was the only vehicle involved in the collision, and the driver, who was wearing a helmet, did not appear to be seriously injured. The Musquash Fire Department urges motorists to slow down when approaching an emergency vehicle parked on the side of the highway. There were several close calls this afternoon where vehicles nearly ran into stopped traffic ahead, despite advance warning signs and fire trucks and a police car parked with their emergency lights flashing. Conditions on the highway were foggy at the time of the incident. Firefighters were clear of the incident around 3:45 p.m.
#2009-11 MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT SENDS ONE TO HOSPITAL The truck remained upright, but the travel trailer was completely demolished as it rolled over. Two occupants in the truck were uninjured. Firefighters assisted with cleaning up the debris and traffic control. Traffic was blocked for about 30 minutes as a tow truck worked to remove the wreckage.
#2009-10 ONE INJURED IN MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION A vehicle had left the road striking a tree in Little Lepreau. One person was taken to hospital by ambulance for treatment.
#2009-10 FIREFIGHTERS RESCUE BOATERS DURING TRAINING EXERCISE The firefighters assisted the people out of the water and took them to shore. No medical aid was required. A third person on the boat had already been picked up by another boater. Once everyone was safely on shore, the firefighters went to retrieve the boat and the personal effects that had spilled out of it. The boat was towed back to shore, flipped over and loaded back onto the owner's trailer. The Musquash Fire Department would like to remind boaters to wear a life jacket at all times. The two people in the water last night were not wearing their life jackets. The firefighters involved were all members of the department's Boat Rescue training team, and provide water rescue training to our firefighters as well as firefighters from other departments at the annual Miramichi Training weekend hosted by the NB Association of Fire Chiefs.
#2009-9 ONE INJURED WHEN CAR HITS MOOSE
#2009-8 MAN INJURED IN ALL TERRAIN VEHICLE ACCIDENT Firefighters arrived shortly after the ambulance and assisted Paramedics with preparing the patient for transport to hospital for treatment. Musquash Fire responded with two utility vehicles and an All Terrain Vehicle equipped with a rescue trailer.
#2009-7 MAN INJUED A CAR HIT MOOSE The accident occurred in the west bound lane. Fourteen firefighters were on scene providing patient care, extrication and traffic control. A large bull moose was deceased at the scene.
#2009-5 PLEASE REMEMBER SAFETY AT THE COTTAGE, CAMP OR TRAILER If you see any signs that rodents have been into your getaway, please take the time to inspect wiring and propane hoses for possible damage.
#2009-3 NO DAMAGE TO HOUSE FROM CHIMNEY FIRE On arrival, firefighters found heavy smoke and heat coming from the chimney. Fortunately the fire did not spread into the house, and firefighters were able to extinguish the fire. The Musquash Fire Department has responded to several chimney fires this season. We would like to remind residents about regular chimney maintenance, including having their chimney and stove pipes cleaned on a regular basis, and to not burn un-seasoned fire wood. Also, ensure you have a working smoke alarm and a charged fire extinguisher. Residents are urged to call 911 at the first sign of trouble.
#2009-2 MINOR INJURIES AS CAR STRIKES MOOSE Firefighters provided traffic control, and removed the deceased moose from the highway to prevent another collision.
#2009-1 FIREFIGHTERS RESCUE INJURED ATV RIDER Firefighters responded with an ATV and trailer, and travelled in unplowed roads and over the frozen river to reach the injured driver. He was stabilized and transported back to paramedics who had to wait on the Log Falls Road in Musquash. The male driver was transported to hospital by ambulance for treatment of his injuries. Firefighters were on scene until approximately 8:30 p.m. As a side note, the ATV and trailer that was used for this rescue was purchased by firefighters through the generous support of local residents and businesses. Members of the department saw the need for this equipment several years ago for use in this type of situation as well as for forest and brush fires. We’d like to take this opportunity to thank the community for their continued support of the Musquash Fire Department. #2008-8 FIREFIGHTERS PARTICIPATE IN LIVE BURN TRAINING Firefighters were given an opportunity to practice forcible entry on the front doorway, and used different ways of venting dangerous fire gasses from a building, such as breaking out windows and cutting ventilation holes in the roof. Once the building was set on fire, the exercises focused on hoseline operation, protection of exposures, pump operation, communications, and water shuttle operation. Due to the damage from the previous fire, interior firefighting techniques could not be done safely. However, the experience gained helps the volunteer firefighters to be ready for the next emergency.
#2008-9 MAN INJURED IN FALL ONTO FISHING BOAT The man was loading lobster from the boat into the back of a truck parked on the wharf when it appears he lost his footing and fell to the boat deck approximately 20 feet below, striking his back and head as he landed. The ambulance and firefighters arrived on scene at about the same time. Firefighters boarded the boat and placed the man on a backboard with a cervical collar. He was then placed into a rescue basket and hoisted to the wharf above where he was taken by ambulance to hospital for examination. According to people on the scene the man was conscious and alert during the ordeal. #2008-8 FIREFIGHTERS PARTICIPATE IN LIVE BURN TRAINING Firefighters were given an opportunity to practice forcible entry on the front doorway, and used different ways of venting dangerous fire gasses from a building, such as breaking out windows and cutting ventilation holes in the roof. Once the building was set on fire, the exercises focused on hoseline operation, protection of exposures, pump operation, communications, and water shuttle operation. Due to the damage from the previous fire, interior firefighting techniques could not be done safely. However, the experience gained helps the volunteer firefighters to be ready for the next emergency.
#2008-7 REMEMBER TO CHANGE YOUR SMOKE DETECTOR BATTERIES #2008-6 FLAMES GUT BUNGALOW The fire was confined to the back corner of the house and was quickly knocked down, but caused extensive heat and smoke damage to the rest of the home. The owners were not at home at the time of the blaze and arrived as firefighters were checking for fire extension and hot spots. The Musquash Fire Department responded with three pumpers, a rescue unit and two support units. Mutual aid assistance was received from the Pennfield and Black’s Harbour Fire Departments. An ambulance was on scene, but there were no injuries. The fire remains under investigation, however the cause appears to be accidental. The Red Cross was contacted to assist the owners. Firefighters were on scene for almost three hours.
#2008-5 Vehicle Collides With Moose Near Prince of Wales The location of the incident ended up being approximately four kilometers from where it was reported to be, and was within the Saint John City Limits. The Musquash Fire Department asks motorists that if possible to observe the nearest green kilometer marker (“mile” markers) along the right side of the highway as they are calling 911 to report an emergency on the highway.
#2008-4 No Patient at Accident Scene About 15 firefighters responded to the call and searched the brush and ditches around the car and area trying to locate the driver. After searching for approximately 90 minutes the RCMP were able to locate the driver who confirmed they were the only person in the vehicle. #2008-3 Firefighters Respond to Single Car Accident On arrival, firefighters found a car that had left the road and rolled into the ditch. The ambulance was on scene and had already prepared the single female occupant for transport to hospital. Firefighters assisted the RCMP with traffic control before turning the scene over to them.
#2008-2 Firefighters Assist at ATV Accident #2008-1 Vehicle Burns After Collision The car was located in the median of the four-lane highway where it merges to two lanes, and had been traveling west.On arrival firefighters found the car fully involved in flames. Traffic was stopped heading westbound as the fire was extinguished. It was learned that the car had rolled over, landing on its wheels,
and the three occupants were transported to hospital by ambulances with undetermined injuries. #2007-17 Major Damage from House Fire On arrival, firefighters found smoke and visible flames coming from the front corner of a 2 storey wooden home. All occupants had safely exited from the house. Firefighters donned Self Contained Breathing Apparatus and entered the house. Fire was located near the electrical entrance to the house. The fire was extinguished after several attempts by the interior attack crews. Fire damage was extensive in the basement and the main floor of the house. There were no injuries, and the cause of the fire is under investigation. Firefighters were on scene for over 4 hours. The Lepreau Division of Maritime EMS was on standby at the scene. Assistance was also requested from the Pennfield and Blacks Harbour Fire Departments which assisted in water shuttle and front line firefighting along with the use of Blacks Harbour’s new ladder truck. #2007-16 Firefighter Leads People To Safety A firefighter who lives nearby heard the group yelling for help. He called 911 to alert the fire department, and then set out on his All Terrain Vehicle to see if he could assist the people who had been out picking periwinkles. The firefighter was able to guide everyone back to dry land as other firefighters arrived on scene. There were no injuries, although some of the group had to wade through chest high water. The Musquash Fire Department urges everyone to check tide times before setting out, and to keep an eye on the time and tide conditions. It is also suggested that someone in the group carry a cell phone to raise the alarm in case of trouble. Accident Blocks Roadway As a precaution, firefighters kept a safe distance and traffic was
re-routed until the materials list could be reviewed. It was determined
that the chemicals involved posed a danger only if burning. Firefighters
gained entry into the cargo area of the truck by peeling the roof
back with hand tools. Each container was examined as it was unloaded
from the truck, and it was found that none of the products, used
for industrial painting applications, had leaked. Firefighters did deal with fuel, oil and anti-freeze that had leaked
from the compressor unit and were clear of the scene at 5:10 p.m. Firefighters Deal With Diesel Fuel Leak The truck remained upright, however the guardrail was demolished
in the collision. The fuel tank on the truck was punctured during
the accident. Once on scene, firefighters directed traffic around
the area while containing the leaking diesel fuel. There were no injuries in the accident. #2007-13 Minor Injuries In Accident Firefighters were released by the RCMP on arrival, as the patient
had been able to get out of the car and was under the care of Paramedics. One Injured When Car Leaves Highway, Overturns Both people, residents of the United States, were transported to
the Saint John Regional Hospital by ambulance. House Destroyed By Fire Firefighters advanced hose lines to the structure in an effort
to knock down the flames, but were unable to enter the building due
to the volume of fire in the 96-year-old house. Two occupants of
the house had escaped prior to the arrival of the fire department,
but two dogs perished in the fire. The house was completely destroyed. There were no injuries, and
the cause of the fire remains under investigation. The Musquash Fire
Department responded with three pumpers, a rescue unit and two support
units and were on scene for just over two hours. The Pennfield Fire
Department provided mutual aid and responded with a tanker. Maritime
EMS from Lepreau was on the scene as were the RCMP. #2007-10 Fire Safety Also Important At Your Camp, Cottage Or Trailer The Musquash Fire Department urges residents to also practice fire
safety at their camp, cottage or trailer. Please ensure your summer
get away is equipped with a working smoke detector, as well as a
fire extinguisher. Check the smoke detector to insure it is not clogged
with spider webs, and install a fresh battery. A smoke detector that
is more than ten years old should be replaced. Fire extinguishers should be checked to insure they are still fully
charged, and could also use some basic maintenance by taking the
extinguisher, turning it upside down, and tapping it firmly along
the side a few times. This will loosen the powder, allowing the extinguisher
to deliver its full potential if needed. When opening up your summer retreat, take the time to check wiring
for rodent damage, as well as checking that propane connections are
tight. You may also consider installing a carbon monoxide detector. Home Destroyed On arrival, firefighters found the front room of a single story
wood frame house fully involved in fire. Firefighters were able to
quickly knock down the flames, and advanced into the house to extinguish
the fire. The house was heavily damaged with the living room gutted by fire,
and the rest of the house receiving heavy smoke and heat damage.
Two people living in the residence will be staying with relatives. The fire appears to have started after the homeowner was burning
off some dead grass beside the house. There were some minor injuries
to firefighters fighting the fire but all were treated at the scene.
The occupants of the house escaped unharmed. Assistance was requested from the Saint John, Pennfield and Blacks
Harbour Fire Departments which each sent a tanker to the scene. The
Blacks Harbour Fire Department responded to another grass fire in
Maces Bay while this incident was underway. The Musquash Fire Department
urges residents to not burn away grass to remove it. This is the
fourth time a building has been involved in fire due to a grass fire
in our area this year. #2007-08 Shed Destroyed By Fire The fire was burning dry grass and spreading in all directions
when firefighters arrived. Fourteen firefighters using three pumpers
and a rescue unit kept the flames from spreading to the nearby house
and another shed. The shed was full of fishing gear, which made extinguishing
the flames difficult. Firefighters were on scene for two hours. There were no injuries, and the cause of the fire is under investigation. #2007-06 Covered Bridge Receives Minor Damage From Fire A firefighter who lives nearby responded directly to the scene.
He used a fire extinguisher he had brought from his home to knock
down the fire, which had burned through the wall of the historic
structure. On arrival, firefighters wet down the damaged area, and
checked that the fire had not extended beyond the point of origin.
The fire damaged an area approximately three feet by three feet.
Firefighters were on scene for less than an hour. The fire is currently under investigation by District 1 RCMP. Accidental Grass Fire Ignites Mobile Home The fire was quickly knocked down, but had already spread by way
of the soffit into the roof area of the structure. Firefighters had
to open the roof from both inside and outside to access the hidden
fire. The fire was confined to the outside back wall and the roof
area, but the trailer suffered extensive water damage, and the occupants
will not be able to stay in the building A cigarette discarded in dry grass ignited this fire. Two occupants
attempted to extinguish the fire while a third called 911. There
were no injuries. The Pennfield and Blacks Harbour Fire Departments
provided mutual aid assistance at this fire by shuttling water. The department had also responded to another grass fire on Saturday
evening, which threatened a shed. The homeowner had dumped his wood
stove ashes at the edge of the field, and they quickly ignited the
dry grass. This fire began burning his utility shed, but he was able
to extinguish it before firefighters arrived. Firefighters extinguished
the grass fire in the field as it approached another nearby home.
There was minor damage to the shed. The third call was for a fire alarm on Saturday afternoon, which
was activated at the Fundy Shores School. Workers were in the building
doing plumbing work, and activated a smoke detector while soldering
a pipe. #2007-04 No Injuries As Car Burns After Hitting Deer Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish the fire. An investigation
revealed that the driver was traveling east when she struck a deer
that caused the car to catch fire. She was uninjured in the collision
and subsequent fire. Firefighters were on the scene for less than an hour to extinguish
the blaze. #2007-03 Open Your Windows and Shovel Out Doorways Along the same lines, we suggest residents take a moment to open
the windows in their home, especially in the sleeping areas, to insure
they are not frozen closed due to the recent temperature changes. #2007-02 Reduce Speed When Approaching Emergency Vehicles on the Highway Firefighters were dispatched shortly before 6:30 a.m. to the accident.
On arrival, firefighters found that a westbound car had slid into
the center median of the highway. One person was in the vehicle,
and was being tended to by rescuers when a second vehicle also went
out of control. Injuries were minor in the first collision, and there
were no injuries in the second incident. Roads were slippery at the
time, but a salt truck had just salted the section of the roadway
minutes before the second car left the road. #2007-01 Three Injured When Van Leaves Highway 1 As a precaution, all three patients were fitted with cervical collars
(neck braces) and placed on backboards and transported to hospital
in Saint John for a check up. Firefighters immobilized one patient
on a backboard in their rescue van while awaiting the arrival of
a third ambulance from Saint John. The Lepreau Ambulance, and an
ambulance from Blacks Harbour also responded. The roads were slippery at the time of the accident due to a light
snowfall. Firefighters remained on scene providing traffic control
until the vehicle was removed from the woods and placed on a tow
truck. #2006-20 Fire Department Reminds Shoppers to Add Batteries to their
Shopping Lists "We remind you to never remove the battery from your smoke
detectors, even for a few minutes, as this may result in tragedy
if the battery is not replaced," said Captain Andrew Sanojca,
Public Information Officer. Also, remember that smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors,
fire escape ladders and fire extinguishers make great gifts during
the holidays, and spare smoke detector batteries would make excellent
stocking stuffers. #2006-19 Department Responds to Vehicle Fire The cause of the fire is under investigation. There were no injuries.
16 February 2010
Musquash, N.B. – The Musquash Fire Department had to use hydraulic rescue tools to remove one person from an SUV following a three vehicle collision on Highway One. The accident occurred around 8:08 am (Feb 16 2010) when three east bound vehicles collided around the Ducks Unlimited Marsh in Musquash.
17 December 2009
LEPREAU, N.B. – The Musquash Fire Department responded to a report of a man pinned by a chimney at 11:44 am on Thursday, December 17 in Lepreau. On arrival, firefighters found a man with both arms pinned by a brick chimney. It appears the man had been removing layers of bricks when the chimney's weight caused the chimney to slide straight down, pinning his arms.
10 December 2009
MACES BAY, N.B. – The Musquash Fire Department is urging residents to handle their woodstove ashes with care. Firefighters responded to a call on Thursday night (Dec 10, 2009) shortly after 7 p.m. when ashes left on a wooden deck caught fire. The homeowner had placed the ashes on the deck shortly after 3 p.m.
26 October 2009
LEPREAU, N.B. – One man was taken to hospital after his motorcycle was in a collision with a mini van on the Lepreau Village Road in Lepreau. The Musquash Fire Department responded to the call just before 4 p.m. on Monday (Oct 26).
25 October 2009
MUSQUASH, N.B. – The Musquash Fire Department responded to a report of a truck on fire on Sunday (Oct 25) at 4:30 p.m. The driver had stopped his pickup truck on the West Branch Road in Musquash, and called 911 when he noticed smoke coming out from under the dashboard.
12 September 2009
MUSQUASH, N.B. – Brunswick Pipeline General Manager Rob Belliveau presented a cheque for $18,000 to the Musquash Fire Department on September 11, 2009. The money will be used by the department to purchase a propane fuelled emergency generator and cooking appliances. These items will allow the Musquash fire station to serve as an emergency shelter.
1 September 2009
Lepreau, N.B. – Two occupants of a half ton truck that left Highway 1 Tuesday (Sept 1, 2009) evening were not injured. The Musquash Fire Department responded with the RCMP and ambulance to a report of a Motor Vehicle Collision on Highway 1 near the Lepreau Village Road at 7:28 p.m.
21 August 2009
Dipper Harbour, N.B. – One man was sent to hospital following a motorcycle collision on Route 790 in Dipper Harbour on Tuesday, August 18, 2009. The Musquash Fire Department responded to the call at 4:25 pm at the corner of the Dipper Harbour Road.
18 August 2009
MUSQUASH, N.B. – The Musquash Fire Department responded to a report of an overturned camper trailer on Highway One in Musquash on Friday, August 21, 2009. A pickup truck heading westbound had left the highway and landed in the median near mile marker 91 at the Lepreau and Musquash boundary around 1:57 p.m.
9 August 2009
LITTLE LEPREAU, N.B. – The Musquash Fire Department responded to a motor vehicle collision on Sunday, August 9, 2009 shortly after 6 a.m. On arrival, one victim, who had already gotten out of the vehicle, was being treated by paramedics. Firefighters assisted the medics with patient care, and checked the scene for any hazards.
16 June 2009
Musquash, N.B. – Two people were plucked from the water by members of the Musquash Fire Department who were out on a training exercise. The firefighters had just launched the department's 16 foot zodiac rescue boat shortly before 8 pm last night (Monday, June 16, 2009) when they found two people in the water clinging to an overturned boat.
16 June 2009
Lepreau, N.B. – One person was transported to hospital after their car struck a moose on Highway 1 near Lepreau. The Musquash Fire Department responded to the call around 11:40 pm Monday night, June 15. On arrival firefighters found the driver being tended to by Paramedics. Firefighters assisted the RCMP with traffic control as the car was removed from the highway.
6 June 2009
Lepreau, N.B. – The Musquash Fire Department responded to a report of an All Terrain Vehicle accident on Saturday, June 6, 2009. The call was received at 6:15 pm reporting the accident about 23 kilometres in the Seven Mile Lake Rd from Lepreau.
31 May 2009
Musquash, N.B. – The Musquash Fire Department responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision involving a moose on Highway One near the Ducks Unlimited Marsh shortly after 5 a.m. this morning (Sunday, May 31, 2009). On arrival, firefighters found a lone male, trapped in his car from the collision. Hydraulic Rescue tools were used to cut the roof off the car to remove the victim. He was transported to hospital by ambulance for a check up.
22 February 2009
Musquash, N.B. – As many people are preparing to get away for the weekend, the Musquash Fire Department would like to take this opportunity to remind residents to be prepared for an emergency at their favorite summer retreat. Your trailer, camp or cottage should be equipped with working smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms, with new batteries installed in them, and we ask that your civic number be visible from the roadway or lake. As well, please check your fire extinguisher and first aid kits to ensure they are in good condition.
22 February 2009
Lepreau, N.B. – Shortly before 9 am on Sunday, February 22 the Musquash Fire Department was dispatched to a report of a chimney fire in Lepreau.
15 January 2009
MUSQUASH, N.B. – Two people were transported to hospital by ambulance after their vehicle struck a moose on Highway One in Musquash. The Musquash Fire Department received the call at 8:05 p.m. on Thursday, January 15, 2009. An ambulance was already on scene at the Musquash Exit in the eastbound on ramp as firefighters arrived, and medics were treating the two occupants, who appeared to have minor injuries.
10 January 2009
Musquash, N.B. – The Musquash Fire Department was dispatched to an all terrain vehicle crash on Saturday, January 10 shortly after 6:30 p.m. An ATV rider had flipped his machine while travelling with other bikes on the West Branch Musquash River.
17 May 2008
MUSQUASH, N.B. – The Musquash Fire Department held a live burn training exercise on Monday, November 17 on the Wetmore Creek Road in Musquash. The house had been heavily damaged in an accidental fire on October 11, and the owner allowed the fire department to use what remained for valuable practice.
18 November 2008
PRINCE OF WALES, N.B. – The Musquash Fire Department responded to assist Ambulance New Brunswick paramedics when a man fell onto a fishing boat at the Five Fathom Hole Wharf in Prince of Wales. The call was received at 6:19 pm on Tuesday, November 18.
17 May 2008
MUSQUASH, N.B. – The Musquash Fire Department held a live burn training exercise on Monday, November 17 on the Wetmore Creek Road in Musquash. The house had been heavily damaged in an accidental fire on October 11, and the owner allowed the fire department to use what remained for valuable practice.
30 October 2008
Muusquash, N.B. – The Musquash Fire Department would like to take this opportunity to remind residents to change the batteries in their smoke detectors this weekend when they set their clocks back. A working smoke detector is your first line of defense against fire in the home, and this small, yet important piece of equipment must be maintained.
12 October 2008
MUSQUASH, N.B. – The Musquash Fire Department responded to a report of a structure fire on the Wetmore Creek Rd in Musquash on Saturday, October 11. The call was dispatched at 11:50 pm. On arrival, firefighters found flames shooting thru the roof of a one story single family wooden house.
10 September 2008
PRINCE OF WALES, N.B. – The Musquash Fire Department responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision on Highway One in the eastbound lane near the city limits on Wednesday, September 10. The accident was reported at 8:36 pm. On arrival, firefighters found the lone male occupant with minor injuries being tended to by paramedics. The vehicle, a Ford Escape, suffered extensive damage. The driver did not require transportation to hospital, the moose was deceased at the scene.
24 August 2008
LEPREAU, N.B. – The Musquash Fire Department responded to a request for assistance by the RCMP on Saturday afternoon (August 23, 2008) around 12:15 pm. The officer had arrived at the scene of a single vehicle collision on Highway One westbound about two kilometers east of the Lepreau Exit. The officer saw blood in the car, but there was no sign of the driver or any passengers.
4 July 2008
LITTLE LEPREAU, N.B. – The Musquash Fire Department responded to a motor vehicle collision on Route 790 in Little Lepreau on Friday afternoon (July 4, 2008). The call was received shortly after 4 p.m.
20 June 2008
LEPREAU, N.B. – The Musquash Fire Department responded to a request for assistance from the Lepreau Ambulance for an all terrain vehicle accident at 10:55 p.m. Friday night (June 20, 2008). The location of the incident was approximately eight kilometers in from Highway One on the Seven Mile Lake Road in Lepreau, however it was reported the patient was about five kilometers in a trail from the main road. Paramedics requested the fire department’s assistance with their ATV and trailer to access the site.
On arrival, the patient was located at the side of the Seven Mile Lake Road after making his own way out to the road. He was transported to the Saint John Regional Hospital by ambulance for treatment of what appeared to be minor injuries.
30 May 2008
LEPREAU, N.B. – The Musquash Fire Department responded to a report of a vehicle on fire on Highway One in Lepreau shortly before 2 p.m. on Friday (May 30, 2008).
11 November 2007
The Musquash Fire Department responded to a report of a possible structure fire at 2333 Old Saint John Road in Lepreau on Sunday, November 11, 2007. The call was received at approximately 10:50 a.m. while the firefighters were attending a Remembrance Day ceremony at the Station # 1 in Musquash.
30 August 2007
MACES BAY, N.B. – The Musquash Fire Department was dispatched to a report of people trapped on the Maces Bay ledges shortly before 10 a.m. on Thursday, August 30. Nine people had lost track of the time and had their regular pathway back to land blocked by the incoming tide.
#2007-15
16 July 2007
LITTLE LEPREAU, N.B. - The Musquash Fire Department was dispatched
to a motor vehicle accident on Route 790 in Little Lepreau on Monday,
July 16 at 12:27 p.m. On arrival, firefighters found a cube van that
was towing a compressor unit had overturned. The occupants of the
vehicle were out of the truck, and provided firefighters with a copy
of the MSDS Sheets for numerous hazardous materials the truck was
carrying.
#2007-14
18 June 2007
LEPREAU, N.B. - The
Musquash Fire Department responded to a motor vehicle accident on
Highway 1 at Lepreau on Monday, June 18, 2007. The 911 call was placed
by a member of the fire department who happened upon the scene just
after a transport truck struck a guardrail east of the Lepreau Exit
while traveling towards Saint John. The accident occurred just before
7 a.m.
1 June 2007
LEPREAU, N.B. - One person was taken
to hospital by ambulance for a check up after the car he was driving
left the road. The incident occurred on Highway 1 near the Lepreau
Exit on Friday, June 1, 2007. The Musquash Fire Department responded
to the 11:55 a.m. call with one pumper, one rescue unit and a utility
unit.
#2007-12
30 May 2007
MUSQUASH, N.B. - The Musquash Fire Department used hydraulic rescue
tools to remove one person from an overturned pickup truck that left
Highway 1 in Musquash on Wednesday morning (May 30, 2007). The call
was received at 7:21 am. On arrival, firefighters found one person
standing outside the overturned Toyota pickup truck. Another person
was still inside the truck, which had landed in the ditch on its
passenger side, and needed to be extricated by firefighters.
#2007-11
27 May 2007
LITTLE LEPREAU, N.B. - The Musquash
Fire Department was dispatched to a reported structure fire on Sunday
morning (May 27, 2007) shortly after 2 am. On arrival at 11 Little
Lepreau Rd in Little Lepreau, firefighters were faced with a fast
moving fire that had taken hold in a two story wooden house with
attached garage.
15 May 2007
MUSQUASH,
N.B. - Although recent weather may have us thinking otherwise, the
upcoming long weekend is the time that many New Brunswickers' look
forward to - when they begin to ready their summer retreats.
#2007-09
22 April 2007
MUSQUASH, N.B. - The Musquash Fire Department
responded to a report of a house fire at 184 Wetmore Creek Road in
Musquash on Sunday (April 22, 2007). The call was dispatched at 1:55
p.m.
20 April 2007
CHANCE HARBOUR, N.B. - The Musquash
Fire Department responded to a report of a shed on fire on Friday,
April 20 at 2121 Route 790 in Chance Harbour. The call was dispatched
at 3:16 p.m. On arrival, firefighters found a shed about the size
of a two-car garage fully involved in fire.
8 April 2007
LITTLE LEPREAU,
N.B. - The Musquash Fire Department responded to a report of a fire
at the covered bridge in Little Lepreau on Sunday, April 8, 2007.
The call was dispatched at 5:45 a.m.
#2007-05
01 April 2007
LEPREAU, N.B. - The Musquash Fire Department responded to three
calls during the weekend, including a structure fire in a mobile
home. The call was received Sunday (April 1, 2007) at 5:39 p.m. for
20 Mink Brook Road in Lepreau. On arrival, firefighters found fire
burning on the outside wall at the back corner of a mobile home.
25 March 2007
MUSQUASH, N.B.
- The Musquash Fire Department responded to a car fire on Highway
1 at the Musquash Exit on Sunday morning (March 25, 2007). The call
was received shortly after 1 a.m. and on arrival firefighters found
a 2002 Grand Am fully involved in flames.
19 February 2007
MUSQUASH, N.B. -
The Musquash Fire Department would like to urge residents to shovel
out all doorways to their homes. Residents often use the same door
to enter and exit a house on a daily basis, often neglecting to shovel
out the alternate door after each snowfall. It is important to keep
all doorways clear of snow and ice in case they need to be used to
make an emergency exit, where seconds may count.
19 January 2007
MUSQUASH,
N.B. - The Musquash Fire Department urges motorists to reduce their
speed when approaching emergency vehicles parked on the side of the
highway. This message comes after an out of control car left the
road while firefighters and medics were tending to the occupant of
another car that had left the road and slid into the median of Highway
1 on Friday morning, January 19, 2007. Fortunately, the second vehicle
did not strike any of the rescuers on scene as it landed in the median
beyond the first accident.
14 January 2007
MUSQUASH, N.B. -
The Musquash Fire Department was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident
on Highway 1 near the Musquash Government Garage at 3:59 p.m. on
Sunday, January 14. On arrival, firefighters found three occupants
who had climbed out of a mini van that had left the road and rolled
over while traveling eastbound towards Saint John. All three were
suffering from various injuries, and firefighters provided medical
aid while awaiting the arrival of the ambulance.
17 December 2006
MUSQUASH, N.B. - The Musquash Fire Department would like to take
this opportunity to remind shoppers to add batteries to their holiday
shopping lists. Ensure that each device you purchase for someone
comes with the batteries needed, or include them with your gift.
It is important to remember that batteries should never be removed
from your smoke detectors to be used in toys or other electronic
devices.
09 December 2006
LEPREAU, N.B. - The Musquash Fire Department responded to a report
of a car on fire on Route 790 near Lepreau on Saturday, December
9, 2006. The call was received shortly before 8:30 p.m. On arrival,
firefighters found a small van heavily involved in fire. Traffic
was blocked for about twenty minutes as firefighters extinguished
the flames and cleared their hoses from the roadway.
- Jan & 21, 2010 Musquash Fire Department attended The Annual Provincial Curling Tournament in Moncton. The team consisted Greg Dixon and Paul Poirier (MFD) and Jim and Carla Brown(Oak Bay Fire Department)
- October 4, 2008 - 27 People Attended the Semi- Annual Musquash Fire Department Horseshoe Tournament. The Winning team Consisted of Wayne Pollock and Jensa Keirstead.
- September 20, 2008 - 28 people attended the annual Musquash Fire Department Golf Tournament. There was a tie for first Place. The teams conisted of Brian Stevenson, Helen Comeau, Kirk Westfield, Justin Dean and the team conisted of Jon Westfield, Amanda Mackinnon, Mike Mersereau and Gary Kelson.
- September 15, 2008 - Firefighter Andrew Sonajca attended the Coast Guard Auxilary Competition in Caraquet. August, 2008 Paul Poirier attended a Search and Rescue Exercise in Easport Maine involving the Canadian and American Coast Guard.
- May 10, 2008 The Semi- Annual Musquash Fire Department Horseshoe Tournament. The Winning team Consisted of Wayne Pollock and Leah Starke.
- March 8 & 9, 2008 Musquash Fire Department attended The Annual Hampton Curling Bonspiel. Musquash took First place and the team consisted of Anna Brinson, Gary Brinson, Greg Dixon and Paul Poirier.
- October 21, 2007 - 30 People Attended the Semi- Annual Musquash Fire Department Horseshoe Tournament. The Winning team Consisted of Jeff Pollock and Helen Comeau.
- September 22, 2007 - 20 people attended the annual Musquash Fire Department Golf Tournament. The longest drive competition was won by Troy Elliott and "Closest to the Pin" was won by Paul Poirier.
- September 15, 2007 - Firefighter Andrew Sonajca attended the Coast Guard Auxilary Competition in Madeleine Island. His team finish First on the first Aid Event.
- May 31, 2007 - 3 new recruits completed a Firefighter 1 course.
- March 25, 2007 - Musquash Fire Department had 2 teams attend The Annual St-Stephen Curling Bonspiel. Team 1 consisted of Ryan Durdan, Philip Melanson, Paul Poirier and Kirk Westfield. Team 2 consisted of Grady Curtis, Sue Curtis, Greg Dixon and Vanessa Dixon. Team 2 took 6th place out of 16 teams and Greg Dixon took Best Shot. Team 1 took 15th place
2006 Department News
- September 30, 2006 - 24 People Attended the Annual Musquash Fire Department Golf Tournament. The Winning team Consisted of Ryan Curtis, Jeff Pollock and Troy Elliott.
- October 7, 2006 - 22 People Attended the Semi- Annual Musquash Fire Department Horseshoe Tournament. The Winning team Consisted of Wayne Pollock and Elaine Nisbet.
- August, 2006 - 5 Musquash Firefighters has completed the Hazardous Materiel Operational Level course and have now received there Firefighter 2 certificates.
- May 27, 2006 - 22 People Attended the Semi- Annual Musquash Fire Department Horseshoe Tournament. The Winning team Consisted of Jean-Paul Robichaud and Amanda Mackinnon.
- April 3, 2006 - 8 Musquash Firefighter has completed Auto Extrication course.
- March 26, 2006 - 8 Musquash Firefighter has completed First Aid First Responder.
- March 18, 2006 - Musquash Fire Department had 2 teams attend The Annual St-Stephen Curling Bonspiel. Team 1 consisted of Greg Dixon, Diane Gass, Gerald Gass and Linda Robichaud. Team 2 consisted of Helen Comeau, Vanessa Dixon, Ryan Durdan and Paul Poirier. Team 2 took 3 rd place out of 16 teams and also receive most Sportsmanlike.
- March 15, 2006 - All of the Level 2 Student passed there Theory portion of the level 2 program. There were 6 from Musquash that was part of this group.
2005 Department News
- October 22, 2005 - 16 People Attended the Semi- Annual Musquash Fire Department Horseshoe Tournament. The Winning team Consisted of Brian Stevenson and Michelle Curtis.
- September 24, 2005 - 30 People Attended the Annual Musquash Fire Department Golf Tournament. The Winning team Consisted of Helen Comeau, Philip Melanson, Brian Stevenson and Kirk Westfield.
- September 17, 2005 - Musquash Fire Department had 8 people attend The Annual Miramichi Fire Service workshop. Also 4 member were offering a Boat Rescue Workshop.
- August 30, 2005 - New Photos added to Photo Gallery, Personnel list updated and also information about Annual Fall Supper placed on the Upcoming Events Page.
- July 31, 2005 - Seven Recruits completed their Firefighter Level I course.
August 2009 - Muster in Grand Manan
The Musquash
team, consisting of Joe Butler, Helen Comeau, Philip Melanson, Ryan Newman and Paul Poirier
finish 3rd place overall. Also, there was a mutual aid team which consited of Matt Stark and Paul Poirier which finish 4th place overall Click on image below for
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August 2008 - Muster in Grand Manan
The Musquash
team, consisting of Greg Dixon, Philip Melanson, Wayne Pollock, Paul Poirier and Eric Stevens
finish 3rd place overall. Click on image below for
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August 2007 - Muster in Grand Manan
The Musquash
team, consisting of Mitchell Hitchcock, Philip Melanson, Paul Poirier,
Kirk Westfield and Jon Westfield finish 2nd place overall. Click on image below for
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August 2006 - Muster in Long Reach
Musquash had 2 teams consisting
of Ryan Durdan, Clay Hicthcock, Mitchell Hicthcock and Paul Poirier.
The other team consisted of Vanessa Dixon, Dave Janes, Dwayne Melanson
and Kirk Westfield. Both Team each took a trophy for first place
for a separate event. Click on image below for
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August 2006 - Muster in Grand Manan
Musquash
had 3 team consisting of Ryan Curtis, Philip Melanson, Paul Poirier,
Kirk Westfield, Jon Westfield which Finish 1 place. The Second team
consisted of Helen Comeau, Venessa Dixon, Clay Hitchcock Mitchell
Hitchcock and Dwayne Melanson which finish 2th place. The 3rd team
consisted of Gilles Arseneault, Greg Dixon, Mac Hewey, Wayne Pollock
and Brian Stevenson which finish 6th. Also, Dave Janes spared for
Black Harbour Team. Click on image below for
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August 2005 - Muster in Long Reach
Musquash had 2 teams consisting
of Mitchell Hicthcock, Dwayne Melanson, Kirk Westfield and Jon Westfield
which finish 2 place. The other team consisted of Helen Comeau, Ryan
Curtis, Philip Melanson and Paul Poirier
July 2005 - Muster in Grand Manan
Musquash had 2 team consisting
of Ryan Curtis, Philip Melanson, Paul Poirier, Kirk Westfield, Jon
Westfield which Finish 2 place. The other team consisted of Helen
Comeau, Grady Curtis, Venessa Dixon, Mitchell Hitchcock and Dwayne
Melanson which finish 4th place
July 1- Canada Celebration Come Join us in the canada Celebration ast Station 1 in Musquash.
November 11 - Remembrance Day Ceremony will be held at Station 1 in Musquash
Musquash Fire Rescue Social Events
December 5 - Appreciation Supper