Milton units were clearing a coverup at Sta. 75, when we were dispatched for a second emergency, vehicle accident on Coastal Hwy. 852 arrived to find one vehicle off the roadway into the trees. Two patients were transported to MMH. Units cleared. Rescue LT T. Stewart had 85 Command.

Just prior to the 9 o’clock hour, Station 85 along with an ambulance from Ellendale and Sussex County EMS were alerted to a motor vehicle accident with entrapment in Cedar Creek Rd. East of Jefferson Crossroads. Engine Tanker 2 responded and arrived on scene within 5 minutes to find a two vehicle MVC with subjects trapped in both vehicles. Engine Tanker 2s crew began extrication on the priority patient. Rescue 85 arrived next and began extrication on the patient in the second vehicle. Both patients were extricated within 10 minutes of arrival. Life net 2 transported one patient while ambulance 75 transported 2 patients. 85 units cleared when ready and turned the scene over to DSP. Deputy Chief Hopkins has 85 Command. Units responding Engines 2, 4, Rescue 85, 85-8, A-85, B-75, Medic 101, DSP, DSFP.

Just after the 6 o’clock hour, crews from Milton responded to an odor of gas in a residence. Command held the response to the Engine-Tanker. Deputy Chief Hopkins has the Command.

Just after clearing the gas leak, crews responded to Round Pole Bridge Rd. for a tree and wires down. Crews assisted Delaware Electric with removing the tree from the wires once power was secured. Units cleared when released by DEC. Deputy Chief Hopkins has 85 Command.

Today at 1715 hours, crews from Milton were dispatched to an automatic fire alarm just outside of the town limits. Crews arrived to find smoke in the residence from burnt food. Crews ventilated the home prior to clearing. Deputy Chief Hopkins had 85 Command.

A few members participated in drafting training this evening.

Tonight a few members participated in some training.

As some of you may know, our Fire Chief, Derrick Harvey, is also a police officer with the Town of Milton. Tonight, Chief Derrick Harvey was promoted from the rank of Lieutenant to the rank of Captain with the Milton Police Department. Congratulations Derrick on your promotion, you make us all proud.

Tonight, crews from Milton joined our brothers to the West in a joint elevator training class. Crews utilized the elevator at Milton Fire Department, and Dogfish Head Brewery for the class.

Thanks to Nozzle Nut Photography and Dave Smiley for the pictures.

At 1926 hours, Sussex EOC alerted Station 85 for a vehicle fire on Coastal Hwy in the area of Lockerman Rd. Engine-Tanker 85-2 responded under the direction of Asst. Chief Clendaniel, and arrived on scene to find a vehicle well off with a fire in the engine compartment. Crews from the Engine-Tanker stretched a front bumper line and made quick work of the fire. Ambulance 85 and Engine 85-4 also responded, their crews assisted the crew from the Engine-Tanker with overhaul. Units responding, Engine-Tanker 2, Engine 4, B-85, DSP, DSFP.

Ladder 85 attended the annual Memorial Day Ceremony today. We would like to thank those brave men and women who made the supreme sacrifice.

Story to follow. Photo Credits to Joey Pepper (77)

At 1232 hours, Sussex EOC alerted Ellendale Fire Co. (75) for a residential structure fire on Deer Forest Rd. just off of Dupont Blvd. Seconds later, Sussex EOC upgraded the call to a working alarm, adding Georgetown (77), Milton (85) and Sussex County EMS to the call. 75 Command under the direction of Asst. Chief Foster arrived on scene within minutes to find a home with fire on the exterior wall, "d" side with possible extension. Engine 77-4 arrived next and started extinguishment. Engine 75-3 arrived shortly after and placed a second line inservice to assist with extinguishment. Additional crews from Ellendale, Georgetown, and Milton assisted with searches and various other tasks. Asst. Chief Foster quickly scaled the incident back to the 75, 77 units and Engine Tanker 85-2. Ladder 85 provided cover up for Ellendale. Units responding, 75, 77, ET 85-2, Ladder 85, SCEMS, DSP, DSFP.

It is extremely hard to report that Lifetime Member John R. Megee answered his last call on May 20, 2019. John-John served the Department for 68 Years joining March 12,1951. During his active years John-John was an Engineer, and also served in the elected offices of Chief Engineer, Fire Recorder, and Supply Officer. John-John was loved and respected by all that had the privilege of knowing him. He will be missed by all at Milton Fire Department, Inc. John-John was preceded in death by his wife Betty Megee, who was a Lifetime Ladies Auxiliary Member, who passed March 21, 2010. Please keep Engineer & Lifetime Member John-John Megee's loved ones and closest friends in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Friends may call at Shorts Funeral Services at 416 Federal Street on Friday, May 24, 2019 at 11:00 a.m with the services to begin at Noon. John-John did not want a full fireman's funeral but did request that his final call be answered aboard our 1926 American LaFrance antique apparatus. Interment will be at Odd Fellows Cemetery. Neighboring companies who would like to attend are welcome. Class A uniform is optional. John-John requested no fire apparatus in the procession. Anyone with questions may contact President Johnny Hopkins.