Crews remember the Worcester Six today. These brave men lost there lives 24 years ago today, searching for possible homeless people trapped in a building fire at the Worcester Cold Storage and Warehouse Company.

Just prior to 0800, Milton crews responded to a MVC on Harbeson Rd. at the entrance to Allen Harim. Crews found a two vehicle MVC. All vehicle occupants were uninjured. Crews secured the vehicles and provided traffic control until the arrival of DSP.

Just after 1100 hours, Sussex EOC alerted Indian River (80), Lewes (82), Millsboro (83) Mid Sussex (91) and Medic 106 for a house on fire in the Sherwood Forest subdivision off of Rt. 24 in Long Neck. Engine 85-3 responded as part of the "staffed engine" agreement between Milton and Indian River. Engine 85-3 arrived as the fourth due engine. Crews assisted with fire attack, searches, and ventilation. The engine chauffeur assisted with water shuttle from Indian River Fire Sta. 2. Crews remained in Long Neck for about 2 hours before returning to Milton.

This afternoon, just before 2:30pm, Fire & EMS crews responded to a vehicle accident with reported entrapment near the 22000 block of Lewes Georgetown Hwy. Crews arrived and determined there was no entrapment. Milton Fire Department Inc. Sta. 85 provided an additional Rescue and Ambulance.

Today Milton Fire assisted Ellendale Fire on a residential fire. Engine 85-3 arrived as the second engine and operated a hose line. Truck-85 arrived as the first special and opened the roof. No injuries were reported. State Fire Marshal is investigating.

Just prior to the 12 o'clock hour, Sussex EOC alerted Station 85 along with Mid Sussex Rescue Squad (91) for a MVC at the intersection of Harbeson Rd. & Forest Rd. 85-8 arrived to find a single vehicle into the trees with a single patient under the care of the EMS crew from 91. Engine 85-3 arrived and secured the vehicle. Command placed the scene under control and returned the balance of the assignment. D-91 transported one patient for evaluation. Deputy Chief Millman had the command.

Today, our very own Allen Jackson participated in the Tunnel for Towers 5K at the Cape Henlopen State Park in Lewes. Ladder 85 was also on hand assisting with the flag detail.

Saturday, 11/4 Milton Fire along with Lewes Fire, Indian River Fire, Memorial Fire, and South Bowers Fire conducted live fire evolutions in an acquired structure outside of the town limits. Crews were able to train on Engine and Truck company operations before burning the structure down completely. Thank you to Past Chief Davis of Lewes Fire and crew for burning for us. Thank you to Little Creek Fire (Squad 54) for covering our district and handling two fire runs while we trained! Membership opportunities are available! Direct message us or call us at 302-684-8500 for more information.

Sunday, 11/5 Milton Fire handled a water rescue on the Broadkill River. Crews rescued two people from the water. One patient refused medical service and one was transported to a nearby medical facility.

Tonight, Chief Hopkins was installed as the 2024 President of the Sussex County Fire Chiefs Association. His wife Dawn was on hand to pin Johnny with his Presidents badge. The members and officers would like to wish Johnny good luck for a productive year.

This month, members have been busy delivering fire prevention presentations at the various schools and daycares.

Today, Deputy Chief Millman and Assistant Chief Millman, along with Engine 85-3 attended 911 Day and the Sussex County EOC. 911 day is a community event held by Sussex County to showcase the 911 center, County Paramedics, and various first responder agencies throughout the County.

Just before Midnight, Sussex EOC alerted Station 85 along with Ellendale (75), Lewes (82) and Memorial (89) for a residential structure fire on Rosemary St. in Primehook Beach. Asst. Chief Millman (85-17) arrived to find nothing evident with a reported odor of smoke in the residence. 85-8 arrived began an evaluation of the interior of the structure. Engine 85-3 arrived as the first due engine and assisted Deputy 85 with investigating the interior. Engine 75-3 arrived as the second due engine and investigated the crawl space under the home. Crews found no smoke or fire throughout the residence. Asst. Chief Millman placed the scene under control and returned all units when ready. Units responding, E-3, ET-2, E-75, T-75, ET-75, ET-89, T-89, E-82, 85-8, 89-8, A-85, B-89, 85-17, DSFP

Tonight, members participated in the HO Brittingham School Trunk or Treat. Crews passed out candy and fire prevention supplies, and showed off the new engine.