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Fire/EMS report: Millstone had about 99 responses in May; committee urges stepped-up traffic enforcement
Summary
The township’s Fire/EMS report showed about 99 responses in May (66 medical, 15 crashes, 18 fires). Committee members urged state trooper enforcement for speeding and underage ATVs and warned of fines and confiscation.
Millstone Township’s fire and emergency medical services recorded roughly 99 responses in May 2024, the committee heard on June 5. According to the report, responses included about 66 medical calls, 15 motor vehicle crashes and 18 fire calls. The speaker identified transport destinations: 53 transports to Center State Hospital, five to Jersey Shore, seven to Princeton, two to Robert Wood Hamilton and one to Robertwood New Brunswick. Day shift (6 a.m.–6 p.m.) accounted for 63 calls and night shift (6 p.m.–6 a.m.) 36 calls.
Committee members commended the fire and EMS personnel for their response and dedication. In light of continuing high numbers of accidents, a committee member said the township had asked state troopers to enhance patrols through town. The speaker urged motorists to slow down, warned that underage motorcyclists and ATV operators riding without helmets will be stopped and that vehicles could be confiscated and fines of up to $2,000 may be imposed. Officials also reminded residents to secure vehicles and key fobs to reduce theft.
The report was presented for information; no formal action was recorded beyond commendations and the direction to request enhanced enforcement from state police. The committee did not provide written enforcement orders or statutory citations at the meeting; details on implementation and enforcement procedures were not specified in the record.
