At 1542 Trumbull Center was dispatched to Avalon Gates for the brush fire. As Trumbull Center engine 102 was responding, multiple 911 calls reported a large fire which was getting close to building 9. 102 was advised and requested both Nichols and Long Hill as mutual aid. First units on scene reported a large brush fire working its way up a hillside approx 200 ft x 300 ft in size. Command (Long Hill car 4) requested additional engines to attack the fire from various locations. Quint 303 arrived second setting up the ladder for a master stream operation. Quint 303, Squad 209 and Engine 102 worked together to knock down the bulk of the fire as all units worked to hit hot spots and perform overhaul. Units worked for just over 2 hours with the last unit clearing at 1752 hours. Units on scene included; 102, 107, car 4 (Trumbull Center); 301, 303, cars 2 and 4 (Nichols); 205,209 cars 1, 2, and 4 (Long Hill)

Around 1100 this morning, the members of the NFD along with there families gathered at station 1 for the annual Easter party. Firefighter Charlie Gillespie ran the party with many events, games and prizes to fill the day along with a visit from the easter bunny. Kids and parents alike were invited to takes place in egg hunts, sack races, egg coloring, face mask painting, and creating their own easter baskets. Members and their families all had a great time as the main egg hunt included around 1200 eggs. A special tanks to firefighter Gillespie for all his time and hard work.

At 1014, Nichols was dispatched to RT 25 northbound between exits 7 and 9 for the MVA rollover. Within minutes Ct State Police arrived to find a single car off into the woods confirming extrication which added Trumbull Center to the assignment. 300, 303 and car 2 responded with 10 volunteers. Nichols car 2 arrived to find a car approx. 50 feet into the woods. EMS and State Police were able to remove the victim and provided patient care as 300s crew worked to clear trees and brush along with disconnecting the battery. Units cleared within one hour.

At 1450, Nichols was dispatched to the town of Shelton to stand by at Huntington Company 3 while units worked at a house fire. 301 and car 2 responded with 5 volunteers. Units stood by until 1624 without and additional incident.

After a few years off, the members and their families of the NFD took part in a St. Patricks dinner at station 1. Everyone enjoyed a great corned beef dinner and great Irish music. As always a special thanks to one the the NFDs newest members Larry Cavanaugh for running his first event and doing a great job.

At 0150 hours, Nichols was dispatched to Shelton Rd and North St for the MVA possible car fire. 300, 301, 303, cars 2 and 4 responded with 15 volunteers. Car 4 arrived to find a single car MVA with all occupants out of the car and the smoke was due to the airbag deployment. Car 4 held Rescue 300 to await the removal of the car as units returned to service within 30 minutes.

At 1104 hours, Nichols was dispatched to RT 8 Northbound prior to exit 9 for the MVA. 300, 303 and car 1 responded with 8 volunteers. Car 1 arrived to find a 2 car MVA with one car having extensive front end damage. Car 1 held 300 to secure all hazards and apply speedy dry to the fluid spill as all units returned to service in under 30 minutes.

At 0904 hours, Trumbull Center was dispatched to MacArthur Rd for the chimney fire. Tc car 4 arrived to find heavy smoke showing from the roof and requested Long Hill and Nichols as RIT for the structure fire. 304 responded with 4 volunteers. Crews from 101 (TC) and 205 (LH) went to work on the fire in the attic as well as the remaining fire in the chimney. 304’s crew was split as one crew remained RIT and the second advanced an attack line to the first floor opening up walls and ceilings checking for extension. At 0927, command (TC car 2) requested more man power bringing in 301, 303, cars 2, 3 and 4 with 16 volunteers. 303’s crew was split with one assigned to RIT and the second assigned to throwing ladders. 301 was relocated to Trumbull Center station 1 for coverage with Bridgeport ladder 10. The incident was placed under control at 1014 and all Nichols units returned to service at 1115. Units operating included engines 101, 103, 205, 206, 209, 301; ladders 104, 303; truck 304; rescue 100; service 107; cars 1, 2 & 4 from TC, cars 2 & 4 from LH, along with cars 2, 3 & 4 from Nichols. Out of town coverage included engine 101 from Stepney, Engine 32 from Huntington, and Ladder 10 from Bridgeport.

At 0007 hours, Nichols along with Trumbull Center was dispatched to Nichols Ave at the Rt8 exit ramp for the MVA with extrication. 300, 301, 302, 303, cars 3, 4 along with Trumbull Center Rescue 100 and car 2 responded with 22 personnel. Car 4 arrived to find a 2 car MVA with one person trapped. 300 arrived and gained access through the passenger door. Command (car 4) held the assignment to 300 and 100 (TC) to secure all hazards. All units cleared at 0036 hours.

At 0830 hours, students from the current firefighter 2 class met at the Oxford Health building on Main St for their second practical of the class. Topic for today’s practical included power plant management, foam, hose testing, and propane fires. Students braved the 25 degree weather moving from station to station completing the day just after 1200. As always good luck to all the students and thank you to all the instructors and the out of town aid from White Hills and Stevenson for use of their tankers.

At 2259 hours, Nichols was dispatched to Rt 15 S/B area of exit 50 for the MVA rollover. While responding, units were advised that a large tree fell on the roadway partially blocking both lanes also that PD was on scene confirming extrication which added Trumbull Center to the assignment. 300, 303, 301, 302, along with cars 4 and 5 responded with 19 volunteers. At 2312 after stabilizing the car, 300’s crew began extrication by removing the roof from around the victim. At 2319 extrication was complete and the victim was turned over to Trumbull EMS. The incident was placed under control minutes later as 300 remained on scene assisting with the police investigation until 0244 hours.

At 0720 hours, Trumbull Center, Nichols and Long Hill as R.I.T were dispatched to Broadbridge Road for the possible structure fire. 301 with 4 volunteers along with cars 2 and 4 responded. 301 and Nichols car 2 arrived to find a 2 1/2 story wood frame with smoke showing from the garage area. 301 secured their own water supply and put two hand lines into opperation, one to the basement and one to the first floor. Both crews encounterd fire on the "C/D" corner extending from the basement to the first floor. 301’s crews made quick work of the fire as units from Trumbull Center and Long Hill arrived to assist with a search, ventilation, and overhaul. Command placed the situation under control with 20 minuets of arrival releasing all units with the exception of 301 to aid in the fire marshall investigation. 301 cleared at 1001 and proceded to run 3 more alarms before 1100. Nichols volunteers staffed an additional apparatus throughtout the incident.

Apparatus on scene included; 301, cars 2 & 4 (Nichols), 102, 103, 104, car 1 (Trumbull Center), 204 cars 2 & 3 (Long Hill)

Around 1000 on Sunday January 6, the Old Guys took on the Young Guys in the 19th annual Hose Bowl football game. After a 2 hour game the old guys managed to beat the young guys 26-19. This year the old guys had a slight advantage due to the number of players; 25 old versus 9 young. Congratulations goes out to the old guys for a job well done.

At 0917 Trumbull Center, Nichols and Long Hill were dispatched to Hedgehog Rd for the F/A. While responding, units were alerted to a F/A at the Helicopter Support building on Quarry Rd. 301, 303, 103 and 209 redirected to the second alarm. Trumbull Center car 2 arrived to find smoke showing from an exhaust shaft. 103’s crew was directed into the building to find an air filter on fire in the warehouse as 301 stood by the hydrant. 103’s crew extinguished the fire as 301 and 303 set up for ventilation. Crews worked to evacuate as much smoke as possible before returning to service at 1048.

At 0145 hrs, Nichols was dispatched to RT 15 S/B in the area of the Nichols Av overpass for the rollover car fire. 300, 303 cars 2 and 4 responded with 13 volunteers. Car 2 arrived at the corrected location of RT 15 N/B at the RT 8 overpass with a single car rollover with no fire. The victim self extricated prior to FD arrival and units on scene went to work stabilizing the car and checking for further hazards. The incident was placed under control at 0158 hours and units returned to service shortly after.