Command 730
 


Line Officers:
CHIEF: Charles Murtaugh - 7301
ASSISTANT CHIEF: Eric Farley - 7302
CAPTAIN: Michael Miller
CAPTAIN: Bruce Nordaby

Command Vehicle 730
is a 2000 Ford Expedition that was purchased by the Westville Fire District . It was placed in service in January 2000. Command 730 is operated by the Chief of the Department and the Line Officers who operate this vehicle on there rotation of duty weekends. Used as a first response vehicle to a scene to size up the situation.
 

 
Car 7
 






FIRE OFFICIAL: Charles Murtaugh (FM-701)
DEPUTY FIRE MARSHAL: Eric Farley (FM-702)
DEPUTY FIRE MARSHAL: Jim Tucker (FM-703)

Car 7 is a 1994 Chevrolet Caprice that was purchased by the Westville Fire District through a generous donation made by a local businessman. It was placed in service in August 1994.  It is operated by the Fire Marshal's Office 7 days a week for Fire Code Enforcement and Fire Prevention.

 
 
Engine Company 733
 

Engine 733 - Built by Emergency One in Ocala Florida, Engine Company 733 was placed in service by the Westville Fire Department on September 2, 1996. This Cyclone tilt cab Pumper is powered by a 6V92 350hp Detroit Diesel Engine. Engine Company 733 has a 1500 GPM Hale Pump and carries 750 gallons of water. Engine Company 733 carries 250' of 1" booster line, 1400' of 1 3/4" attack line, 100' of 1 3/4 trash line, 200' of 2 1/2 blitz line, 300' of 3" blitz line, 1000' of 3 1/2 and 4" supply hose. This Engine carries the newest in Firefighting equipment for the safety of our Firefighters in order to perform Engine Company Operations and better protect our Community.
 

 

 

   
Ladder Company 736
 




Ladder 736 -
Bu
ilt by Emergency One in Ocala Florida, Ladder Company 736 was placed in service by the Westville Fire Department on November 12, 1991. This 75' Aerial Ladder is powered by a 6V92 300hp Detroit Diesel Engine. Ladder Company 736 has a 1500 GPM Hale Pump and carries 500 gallons of water. Ladder Company 736 carries 250' of 1" line, 800' of 1 3/4" attack line, 100' of 1 3/4 trash line, 200' of 2 1/2 blitz line, 200' of 3" blitz line, 500' of 4" supply hose. This Ladder is also equipped with vehicle extrication tools and E.M.S. equipment. This Ladder carries the newest in Firefighting equipment for the safety of our Firefighters in order to perform Ladder Company Operations, Vehicle Extrication and B.L.S assignments and better protect our Community
 
 
 
Rescue Company 738
 


Rescue 738 -
Built by Emergency One in Ocala Florida, Rescue Company 738 was placed in service by the Westville Fire Department on July 16, 2006. This 2006 Cyclone II tilt cab with seating for 10 is powered by a 6V92 445hp Detroit Diesel Engine. Rescue 738 has a 1500 GPM Hale Pump and carries 750 gallons of water. Rescue 738 has 1000' 4" supply hose , 3- 200' pre- connect 1 3/4 ” hand lines with 150’ Dead load under each, 1-80 ‘ pre-connect bumper / trash line, 1-200” 2 ½” Pre-connected Blitz Line with 150’ dead load under the lay. The Rescue has winching capabilities of 12,000 lbs electric at the front bumper and 5,000 lbs. Portable winch that can be mounted from the other three (3) sides. Along with 2 sets of Hurst Hydraulic “O” Cutters, 2 sets of Hurst Hydraulic Spreaders, Maverick tool, setalean torch, and rescue 42 struts along with all the necessary tools to perform everyday rescue operations... The rescue covers Interstate 295, New Jersey Turnpike, State Highways Route 47 and 130 along with the Borough of Westville, City of Woodbury and Borough of National Park. This unit replaces a Ford/Marion Rescue truck that was purchased in 2006 by Monroeville Fire Company Upper Pittsgrove Township, NJ and a 1996 E-One Pumper that was purchased in 2006 by Mt. Ephraim Fire Department NJ. The Rescue carries the newest Firefighting equipment for the safety of our Firefighters in order to perform Rescue Company Operations and better protect our Community.
 
 
Fire Boat 7
 


Fire Boat 7
-
is a 2005 Firehawk 24. Purchased in 2005 from Harbor Guard Boats in California from a FEMA grant. Fireboat  7, a one of its kind in the tri state area, having   the capabilities to extinguish fires utilizing an on board 1000 GPM pump, 30 gallon  foam cell, deck gun and 2- 2 ½ discharges. Also its side doors fold down to assist in the transfer of victims to other vessels. Powered by a Mercury Mercruiser Mag V8, 496 HP inboard gas motor and a 150 gallon fuel tank. Fireboat 7 total cost was in excess of $115,000.00
 
 
Marine 7
 


Marine 7
- is a
16 foot Mirrow Craft, powered by a 25 HP Johnson motor. Primarily used in shallow water and for rescuing victims trapped by rising water in their vehicles.
 
 
Squad 739
 


Squad 73
9- was purchased new and dedicated to service in 2001. It is a Ford / Horton Ambulance. 553 Model Chassis. The Squad responds to approximately 800 calls per year ranging from minor cuts and falls to fires and major accidents. Squad 739 is a valuable asset in helping to insure the safety of the citizens of Westville.
Utility 737
 


Utility 737
-
 is a 2006 F-250 XL Super Duty Crew Cab 4x4. Purchased through New Jersey Homeland Security Grant, 737 is the primary command vehicle for the Special Operations Division. Outfitted with side mounted body boxes and a portable generator with 4 500 Watt Quartz lights for night operations. 737 responds to all assignments that Fireboat 7 responds to and assists in coordinating with on scene command. Also is used to tow the Special Operations Trailer, Marine Units and EMS Division Bicycle Unit.
Special Operations Trailer 7
 


Special Ops Trailer 7
-  is a
2002 16 foot Haulmark Trailer. Outfitted with lumber, air compressors, tools, generators, lights and high volume pumps. This unit responds along with 734 on any type of building collapse, trench rescue and pump outs. This unit was initially outfitted on donations from local business following a need for additional resources during these types of incidents.
 
 
Special Operations 734
 


Special Opeations 734
- is a
1972  Imperial/Grunman, Refurbished in 1989. Originally operated by the City of Woodbury, purchased by the Westville Fire District as part of the Special Operations Unit.  Outfitted with Heavy Timber, Tools and Equipment for Building Collapses, Trench Rescues and other assignments as requested. Operates along with 737 and the Special Operations Trailer.
 
 
EMS Division Bicycle Unit
 


EMS Division Bicycle Unit - Obtained on a donation from the Westville Police Department, These Trex Bicycles are outfitted with saddle bags that contain Basic Life Support supplies
 

Westville Fire Department
836 Broadway
Westville NJ,08093
Gloucester County - Station 7-3

EMERGENCY: 911
Station
Phone: (856) 456-9860 
E-Mail: info@westvillefd.com

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