Today, just after lunch, Station 85 was alerted for a vehicle accident in the area of the Quick Stop on Rt. 16. A-85 arrived on scene minutes after dispatch and confirmed two patients with one trapped in the vehicle. With that report, Sussex EOC alerted Ellendale Fire Co. (75) for an ambulance along with Medic 101, 111, and Trooper 2. Engine 85-5 arrived shortly after and began extrication. B-75 arrived and transported a BLS patient to Bayhealth Sussex. Crews from Engine 5 and the Rescue had the patient extricated within 6 minutes and transferred to the EMS crew for patient care. The patient was transported to CER by Trooper 2. Chief Hopkins had Command. Units responding, Engine 5, Rescue 85, Brush 85, A-85, B-75, Medic 111, 101, Trooper 2, DSFP, Milton Police.

Tonight, crews from Milton were invited to train with the brothers and sisters from Lewes. Crews trained on commercial vehicle vs cars. Crews had a great time.

Today, the Milton Fire Department Ladies Aux. catered a repast in loving memory of Mrs. Dixie Betts, a Life Member of the organization. A huge thank you to all those members who contributed to make the gathering of family and friends special for those that came together to fellowship and comfort each other during this time of mourning.

Today, Station 85 was alerted for an outside fire. Asst. Chief Millman arrived on scene to find a large mulch pile smoldering. Crews extinguished the visible fire and advised the contractor to respond to pull the pile apart and extinguish the rest. Units responding Engine 4, Engine-Tanker 2, Tanker 85, Brush 85, DSFP.

This morning 684’s bravest assisted Lewes Fire on a working house fire. First arriving crews found a well advanced fire in the attic and 2nd floor areas. Milton crews operated on scene for approximately 2.5 hours before returning to service. This is the 2nd working fire of the week for the men of Milton.

Tonight, the Milton Theatre presented Chief Hopkins and Asst. Chief Millman a check for the Fire Companies support of the Zombie Fest.

Just after 1330, Sussex EOC alerted Station 85 for a field fire on Deep Branch Rd. & Coastal Hwy, just north of Rt. 16. Engine 85-4 arrived to find a small area of field on fire. Engine 4 and Brush 85 extinguished the same. Chief Hopkins had the command. Units responding, 85-8, Engine 4, Brush 85, 85-11, DSFP.

Tonight, Milton responded to a minor MVC with wires down. Asst. Chief Millman arrived in 85-8 to find a tractor trailer that pulled down wires in the area. Chief Millman confirmed no patient and that the wires were cable wires. Crews removed the wires from the vehicle and cleared the roadway. Scene was turned over to Milton Pd. Units responding, 85-8, Brush-85, DSFP, Milton Pd.

Today, members completed fire prevention for Milton Elementary School.

Tonight just after the 9 o'clock hours, Milton and County Medics were dispatched for a MVC with roll over on Round Pole Bridge Rd. Engine 85-5 arrived to find a vehicle on 4 wheels with two patients. Medic A-85 and Ambulance B-91 both transported patients to Beebe. The scene was turned over to DSP. Asst. Chief Millman had the Milton Command. Units responding, Engine 5, Rescue 85, Brush 85, A-85, B-91, Medic 104, DSP, DSFP.

Tonight, members staffed the station and handed out some candy and fire prevention supplies. We estimate approximately 500 kids passed through tonight. Everyone had a great time, hope to see everyone again next year.

Today, engineers and members attending a driver training refresher at Sta. 85. Thanks to Greg Bennett from Station 82 for coming by and refreshing our members on some basics of pumping and drafting.

Tonight, members from Milton and Slaughter Beach attended Structural Evolutions at Georgetown Fire School.

Tonight, Chief Hopkins was sworn in as the 2nd Vice President of the Sussex County Chiefs Association. Johnny will use his experience and knowledge to effect the fire service throughout the State and County. Congratulations Chief.

Today, Truck 85 and Command 85 attended the annual Rehoboth Beach Fire Prevention display.