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About All volunteer fire department Story We provide fire suppression and rescue services to the downtown and central areas of Toms River Township for 2 stations. We utilize 2 Engine, 2 Brush Trucks, 1 Heavy Rescue Truck, and various support vehicles. Toms River Fire Company No. 2 was incorporated on April 18, 1922. The members listed below are known charter members: A. Novins, Benjamin Novins, Jack Costa, George Alshierile, H. Dittimar, Herbert Clayton, Roy Goble. First apparatus was a 1922 Packard car built with a chemical firefighting system on the body. Notable events in the early years: Toms River Fire Co. No. 2 was on the initial response to Navy Base Lakehurst on May 6, 1937 to assist with the crash and fire of the air ship Hindenburg. Toms River Co. 2 firefighters were given a letter of commendation from base commander C.E Rosendahl. Toms River Fire Co. No. 2 responded to the Ocean County Jail fire on Sunday morning August 23, 1959. 8 inmates perished, 4 Toms River firefighters were badly injured along with one civilian. On December 11, 2001 these firefighters were awarded with medals of honor from the fire department. Products Volunteer membership is available to citizens at least 18 years of age who are willing to donate their time and talents to helping the community. Membership categories are available for those who wish to pursue firefighting. Applicants for membership must undergo a background check and physical exam provided by the Township.
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