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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.
After returning from the working fire in Oradell, members were getting ready to leave the firehouse when a young woman knocked on the door. She explained that she had a flat tire and had no idea what to do.
Capt. Mulligan and Firefighters Matulac and Teehan — operating at what can only be described as Nascar pit‑crew caliber — jumped into action without hesitation.
For about 15 minutes they wrestled with the spare tire that refused to release from under the car. Finally, Capt. Mulligan made the kind of command decision any seasoned officer would make in this moment: he turned to Google for answers.
With a little teamwork and some digital guidance, the crew got the spare free and the tire changed. The young woman left relieved, grateful, and back on her way.
Moments like this are a reminder of what makes the fire service unlike any other profession. It’s exciting, unpredictable, and deeply rewarding. One minute you’re fighting a fire, and the next you’re helping a citizen change a tire — and both matter.
Oradell, NJ — April 28, 2026, just before 9:00 AM
A Battalion 9 box was transmitted Tuesday morning for a reported working fire on Kinderkamack Road in Oradell. Chiefs 30 and 301, along with 34 Engine, responded to the scene.
Upon arrival, crews found smoke and active fire showing from the front roof area of the home. Firefighters rapidly established a water supply and initiated search operations. Early interior checks confirmed that the fire was confined to the roof structure and had not extended into the living areas of the home.
Lines were stretched both into the attic and onto the roof. Visible fire was quickly knocked down, followed by extensive overhaul to ensure no hidden extension remained. All fire damage was ultimately contained to the roof.
The cause of the fire has not yet been determined. Crews operated on scene for approximately 1.5 hours before returning to the borough.
This afternoon at 4:00 PM, units were dispatched to Clinton Ave for a report of a home filling with smoke. Chief 30, 302, and Car 39 arrived to find smoke caused by food left on the stove, with no active fire.
Truck 31 and Engine 34 checked for extension with thermal cameras and ventilated the home. Engines 32 and 33 stood by at the hydrant until released. Crews operated for about 30 minutes before clearing the scene.
Today, members of the Hazmat team conducted a full inspection of the Mass Decon Trailer to ensure all systems and equipment are in proper working order. With the FIFA World Cup approaching—and our team serving as part of the County Hazardous Materials Response Team—personnel are going the extra mile to confirm readiness. Every member is preparing to deploy and operate any equipment as needed to support a safe and effective response.
Just before midnight on April 24, 2026, the department was dispatched to the Brookchester Apartments on Bulger Avenue for an audible fire alarm originating from the basement.
Chief 301 arrived first, established Bulger Command, and confirmed the presence of an active audible alarm.
Engines 32 and 34, along with Truck 31, responded. Crews from 34 and 31 made entry into the basement and encountered a heavy, warm steam cloud coming from the building’s commercial furnace unit. Crews immediately shut down the unit and began ventilating the basement.
While ventilation was being set up, 34’s crew monitored the area using multi‑gas and gas‑specific meters. They detected low levels of carbon monoxide and significantly elevated levels of natural gas.
32’s crew was assigned to check the apartments directly above the basement. Their meters showed only minimal CO readings, all within safe limits, so evacuation of tenants was not required.
Meanwhile, basement crews located the leaking gas line feeding the furnace and secured the shutoff valve, stopping the flow of natural gas. 31 and 34 continued mechanical ventilation of the basement while Public Service was notified and requested to respond.
Crews remained on scene for approximately 45 minutes until Public Service arrived, confirmed the leak had been secured, and cleared the basement.
On April 24, 2026, shortly after 1:00 PM, the department was dispatched to Cherry Street for a gas line struck by a contractor.
Chief 30 arrived first and confirmed that an exterior gas service line had been damaged. Public Service was requested to respond.
Units 33 and 34 Engines, along with Truck 31, arrived on scene. Crews conducted checks of neighboring homes and the surrounding area to ensure no gas migration or additional hazards were present. All readings were clear, and no extension of the leak was detected.
Personnel remained on scene until Public Service arrived, secured the damaged line, and fully mitigated the leak.
