Fire Department Releases January Call Information

The released its call information for the month of January. It is as follows:

70 — Medical Emergencies

17 — Fire/Carbon Monoxide Alarm Activations

14 — Other Fire Incidents

9 — Motor Vehicle Collisions

8 — Gas Leaks/Odors of Gas

8 — Wires/Transformer Incidents

7 — Structure Fires

According to Fire Chief Bill Kramer, these calls included many significant structure fires both in Cinnaminson and in surrounding towns. It also included a serious motor vehicle crash requiring a prolonged extrication effort; a natural gas explosion that destroyed a home and caused serious damage to surrounding homes; and a natural gas main broken by a contractor.

Kramer stresses the importance of immediately evacuating a building and calling 911 if a natural gas smell is apparent.

The fire department also stresses the importance of removing snow that blocks access to a fire hydrant.

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer with the Cinnaminson Fire Department, there are programs available for residents age 14 and up. Those interested can visit cinnaminsonfire.org for more information.