Welcome to the Web Home of Mahwah Fire Rescue Co #1 – Mahwah, NJ
Residing at 100 Miller Rd., Mahwah, NJ, Co No. 1 has proudly served the residents of Mahwah NJ with professionalism, dedication and above all, a domineering volunteer spirit since 1914.
Today, Co No. 1, has 6 pieces of emergency apparatus and the members of Company No. 1 specialize in the area of technical rescue which includes calls such as building and trench collapse, elevator rescues, motor vehicle accidents, and confined space emergencies. Co No. 1 allows provides water rescue capabilities in the form of our Swift Water and Dive Rescue teams. Co No. 1’s Dive Rescue team is a leading dive team in northern NJ and is a member of the NJ Regional SCUBA Task Force.
We currently house two class A pumpers, two heavy rescue trucks, a rescue support pickup, collapse and confined space trailers and three boats, to include the only fanboat in the tri-state area.
Mahwah Fire Department Chiefs – 2024
Cord Meyer
Chief of Department – 130
Thomas Loreto
First Assistant Chief – 140
Christopher Rupert
Second Assistant Chief – 150
Fire & Rescue Co #1 Officers
Steven Ruit
Battalion 1 Chief
James Warnet
Fire Captain – 171
Michael Walsh
Fire Lieutenant – 161
Kevin Connell
Fire Lieutenant – 151
George Polster
Rescue Captain – 190
James Finneran
Rescue Lieutenant – 191
Timothy Andro
Dive Coordinator – 192
Recent Posts
Tallman Stand-By
Company 1 firefighters, Engine 115, and Sloatsburg, ladder 15-78, are currently standing by at Tallman Fire headquarters while they operate at a structure fire.
Santa Present Delivery Fundraiser
Last night we concluded our Santa Present Delivery fundraiser. We had a great time bringing Christmas joy to our friends and neighbors, And are already looking forward to doing it again next year. If you’d like to be notified about this or other offense, shoot us an email and we’ll keep you updated info@mfdco1.org
Halon Leak
Yesterday afternoon, Rescue Engine 117, Rescue 1, RS-1, along with Fire Companies 2 and 3 were dispatched to a local business for an activated fire alarm. Upon arrival, crews discovered the alarm activation was triggered by a leak from a Halon fire suppression system. Company 1 firefighters immediately began air monitoring operations and securing the affected area. Additional crews stood by while awaiting the arrival of a Halon system technician. Due to the potential hazards associated with Halon gas, firefighters maintained a safety perimeter and continued atmospheric monitoring throughout the incident. At the conclusion of operations, Air-3 responded to fill SCBA cylinders. All units operated on scene for approximately 2 hours before returning to quarters.
Jennings Creek Forest Fire
Last evening, firefighters from Rescue Company 1 and Fire Company 3 were dispatched as mutual aid to West Milford for the Jennings Creek Forest Fire. Led by Assistant Chief 150, members cross staffed Tanker 5 and responded as a water supply element. Our crew remained on scene overnight until they were released and returned to Mahwah early this morning.
Santa Delivery
This holiday season, the Volunteer Firefighters of Mahwah Fire Rescue Company 1 are teaming up with Santa to deliver presents to local families. Sign up using the QR code in the flyer or at the link below and bring a wrapped gift to the fire house on November 6, 13, or 20 from 7-830PM. The firefighters and Santa will be making the deliveries the first 2 weeks of December from 6-9PM. A $50 minimum donation per family is required, with limited slots available. For details, scan the QR code or email info@mfdco1.org This is a wonderful way to support your local firefighters and bring joy to families this holiday season. More info and sign up’s can be found here https://mfdco1.org/2024-santa-delivery/
Brush Fire
Friday afternoon, Fire Rescue Company 1 along with Fire Companies 2 & 3 responded to the Cragmere section of town for a reported brush fire threatening a structure. Upon arrival, Rescue Engine 117 with a full crew found an active brush fire in the side yard that had begun to extend to the residence. Engine 117’s crew stretched a handline and began extinguishing the fire. While 117’s crew worked on fire suppression, firefighters from Engines 115 and 320 conducted extensive overhaul operations to ensure no hot spots remained. Additional manpower from RS-1 and Engine 217 remained in staging to assist if needed.