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On June 11, members of Battalion 9 participated in a joint training session with the NMFD Hazmat Team, focusing on Mass Decontamination and Technical Decontamination procedures. The session is part of an ongoing multi‑month preparedness effort in advance of the FIFA World Championship match on July 19th, where Battalion 9 will serve as part of a large, multi‑agency task force.
Crews have been engaged in extensive preparation for months, including classroom instruction, scenario‑based drills, and repeated equipment inspections to ensure operational readiness. Every firefighter assigned to the task force has trained to understand their specific role within the coordinated response structure.
“These men and women have dedicated countless hours to ensuring they are ready for any situation,” the department stated. “Their commitment to training, safety, and professionalism ensures that, in the unlikely event their services are needed, they will respond without hesitation.”
The multi‑agency task force will be on standby throughout the championship event to support public safety operations and provide rapid response capabilities if required.
Great job to all personnel involved for their continued dedication and excellence
At 6:45 AM on June 11, 2026, NMFD’s Ladder 31 was requested into the City of Englewood Cliffs for fire coverage while their companies operated at a large, stubborn commercial multi‑alarm fire.
Chiefs 30 and 302, along with 31 Truck, initially responded to one of the firehouses for standby. Within just 15 minutes, Ladder 31 was reassigned directly to the scene as conditions intensified.
For the next four hours, 31’s crew worked in extreme heat and challenging fire conditions, assisting Englewood Cliffs firefighters in bringing the incident under control. Ladder 31’s members were sent to the roof to cut ventilation openings — a task made even more demanding by the weather and the fire’s persistence. Conditions were so difficult that Chiefs 30 and 302 also made their way to the roof to assist the crew.
Despite the exhausting morning, the team returned to town with barely enough time to grab a quick shower before heading back out with 31 Truck to the Solomon Schechter School, joining 34 Engine for a scheduled Touch‑a‑Truck event with students.
Days like today highlight the unwavering dedication, resilience, and pride these men and women bring to their community and their department. Their commitment doesn’t pause for weather, fatigue, or circumstance — and it shows.
Today 6/10/2026 around 4:30 pm the dept was dispatched to the 600 block of the Boulevard for a reported gas leak.
Chief 30 arrived first and confirmed an active gas leak at the residence. 30 immediately radioed Centra to have Public Service respond on the rush.
Chief 301 Engines 33,34 Truck 31 and Squad 36 all responded. The home was evacuated and the area kept clear until Public Service arrived and secured the gas to the house from the street.
Crews then entered the home with gas meters to verify the house was clear of any gas which it was. The scene was turned over to NMPD and all units returned after approx 45 minutes.
This was the 3rd call of the day and already the 19th call for the month.
Early this Morning 6/3/2026 just before 3am the dept was dispatched into River Edge for a car into a structure and on fire.
River Edge Chief 10 upon arrival confirmed a vehicle had struck the mixed occupancy building and was fully involved which seriously threatened to spread to the structure. Chief 10 quickly notified Central to upgrade the scene to a working fire assignment which brought units from New Milford, Oradell,Paramus and Hackensack to the scene.
Engine 34 along with chiefs 30 and 301 responded to the scene with 31 Truck covering the Tri-borough from station 2.
Command notified Crews that the 2 parties had been removed from the vehicle by River Edge P.D but that there where residents from the apartments who couldn't exit the building due to the fully involved vehicle blocking the front door.
These residents were forced to exit their units onto the rear fire escape due to the heavy smoke filling their apartments.
Command instructed Crews to ladder the fire escape and assist the residents down to safety.
Crews quickly extinguished the fire,checked for extension and secured utilities and operated onscene for approx 2 hours.
The quick and decisive actions of the initial River Edge units as well as the mutual aid companies prevented an already challenging and dangerous scene from becoming far worse.
In total 3 people were transported to the Hospital (2 from the vehicle) and 1 resident. With one occupant in the vehicle suffering serious injuries.
The coordination and dedication of all the companies were on full display this morning. Job well done ladies and gentlemen.
Members of Co1 gathered for their annual Memorial Day BBQ, and the new gazebo proved to be the perfect addition to the celebration. The food was fantastic, the weather cooperated, and the company was even better. A great day all around spent with an amazing group.
Last night, members of Co. 1 worked well into the evening to help build the company’s new outdoor gazebo. This addition will give our members and guests a great shady spot to relax during special events and BBQs.
Fantastic job to everyone involved—your hard work shows. Now it’s time to enjoy it… Dave, fire up the grill!
On 5/20/2026. Just before 2:30 pm a Battalion 9 Box was transmitted for a reported tree down onto a house on Columbia Ave.
Crews from Oradell and Riveredge responded to assist the NMFD. Chief 30 and 301 arrived and confirmed a large tree had fallen from the wooded are behind the house striking the back of the home.
Crews quickly secured the gas and power to the house as well as checked the structural integrity of the home.
The home fortunately didn't sustained any major damaged,limiting the most damage to the backyard fence and pool filter and heater.
New Milford DPW was called to help remove the tree and public service was also notified to respond. Crews operated on scene for approx 30 minutes before being returned by Command.
On Friday May 15, 2026. The department responded to a motor vehicle accident involving a fluid spill at the intersection of Madison Avenue and River Road late Friday morning.
31 Truck and 34 Engine arrived on scene and applied Speedy Dry absorbent to contain and mitigate the roadway spill. Crews also inspected the involved vehicles’ batteries to ensure there were no hazards or compromised electrical components.
Two passengers from one vehicle were evaluated by EMS personnel and declined transport after assessment. The driver of the second vehicle was transported to Hackensack Hospital with injuries that were not immediately known.
Fire department personnel remained on scene for approximately 30 minutes, providing hazard mitigation and support until both vehicles were removed by tow services. The intersection was reopened shortly thereafter.
Several members of the department visited Firefighter William Entwistle’s grave today to clear away debris and overgrown grass. A Firefighters Memorial Flag was placed in preparation for Memorial Day, ensuring his resting place reflects the respect he earned through his service.
We remember Bill — he gave his life in the Borough Hall fire of January 1983, a sacrifice that remains deeply felt within our department and our community. Today, we honor not only Billy, but all of our past members who have served with dedication and have since passed on.
Their legacy lives in the work we continue to do, and in the traditions we uphold.
On May 8, 2026, shortly after 8:30 PM, the department was dispatched to Asbury Street off Graphic for a reported vehicle fire.
Chief 302 arrived first and confirmed a fully involved vehicle fire with exposure concerns, as the car was positioned directly beneath power lines and close to a wooden fence bordering a residence.
Chief 301 arrived moments later, established command, and requested Central to notify Public Service due to flames threatening the overhead power lines.
Engines 33 and 34 arrived and their crews immediately deployed two attack lines, initiating fire suppression while also protecting the wooden fence to prevent extension.
Engine 32 and Truck 31 arrived shortly after and assisted with securing the vehicle. Crews also placed absorbent pads around a nearby sewer drain to prevent fuel‑contaminated runoff from entering the system, as the vehicle’s gas tank had ruptured during the fire.
Personnel remained on scene until the vehicle was safely removed and Public Service inspected and cleared the power lines.
Today 5/6/26, just before 6pm, the department was dispatched to Trotta Drive by the Swim Club entrance for a reported arcing wire. Chief 302, who was already nearby coaching his daughter’s baseball game, arrived immediately, established command, and confirmed that a primary wire had come down in the wooded area and was actively burning. Public Service was requested on the rush.
Chief 301, 31 Truck, and Engines 34 and 32 responded to the scene. Once Public Service arrived and secured power to the affected line, crews stretched a handline and began extinguishment operations. Firefighters quickly knocked down the burning area and thoroughly soaked surrounding hot spots to prevent extension.
Crews remained on scene for approximately one hour before being released.
This afternoon, the Department was dispatched to Graphic Blvd for a report of a blown transformer with a power line down. Chiefs 30 and 301 arrived on scene and confirmed the downed line along with a small fire burning near nearby shrubs and trees.
Due to the potential for the brush fire to spread, Chief 30 requested that public service expedite their response. Truck 31 and Engine 34 responded and assisted with blocking the roadway to keep traffic away from the hazard.
Once public service secured the area and shut down power to the affected line, crews quickly extinguished the fire before it was able to spread further.
Yesterday 5/3/2026. The Battalion 9 task force was mobilized and sent to assist the large scale Fire incident in Bellville.
New Milford Engine 34, Oradell Engine 24, River Edge Ladder 1 along with New Milford Chief 301 responded to assist.
Multiple departments and task forces where requested and sent to help battle this truly historic fire.
The area still remains very dangerous and active so please avoid the area and keep the first responders still there in your prayers.
