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 – 2026
Tom Loreto
Chief of Department – 130
Ed Garza
First Assistant Chief – 140
Drew DeGroat
Second Assistant Chief – 150
Fire & Rescue Co #1 Officers
James Warnet
Battalion 1 Chief
Richard Burton
Fire Captain – 171
Kevin Connell
Fire Lieutenant – 161
Christopher Hill
Fire Lieutenant – 151
Christopher Stricker
Rescue Captain – 190
Matthew Baez
Rescue Lieutenant – 191
James Finneran
Dive Coordinator – 192
Recent Posts
Armour Road MVA
Earlier this morning, Rescue Company 1, Fire Company 3, along with Mahwah EMS and Police, responded to Armour Road for a reported motor vehicle accident with fire and entrapment. Upon arrival, Rescue Engine 117 and Rescue 1 discovered a vehicle resting on its side with heavy smoke coming from the vehicle. The driver had self-extricated prior to arrival. Upon investigation, crews determined the smoke was the result of fluids spilling on the hot motor from the crash impact and overturning rather than an active fire. Company 1 firefighters stabilized the vehicle and secured the ignition while awaiting the arrival of the tow company for vehicle removal. The driver was evaluated on scene and transported by Mahwah EMS to an area hospital for treatment. All units operated on scene for approximately 45 minutes before returning to quarters.
Drill Night: Hydrant Assists
For this week’s drill, members of Fire Rescue Company 1 refreshed their skills on hydrant assists and portable hydrant evolutions. Hydrant assist operations are utilized when there is insufficient water pressure being received by the initial engine (pumper) being supplied by a fire hydrant. This can be rectified by placing another pumper on the hydrant and boosting pressure in the supply line that is feeding the initial pumper. Additionally, crews practiced deploying our portable hydrant, which allows multiple supply lines to be established from a single supply line. Both of these water supply techniques were recently employed at a large mutual aid fire, highlighting the importance of maintaining proficiency with these fireground operations. Consistent training ensures our members remain prepared to support extended firefighting operations both within Mahwah Township and throughout our mutual aid region.
Route 202 MVA
Friday morning, Rescue Company 1, Fire Companies 2, 4, along with Mahwah EMS, and Police, responded to Route 202 for a Motor vehicle accident with reported entrapment. Upon arrival of first due units, firefighters discovered a vehicle had left the roadway and traveled down an embankment, rolling over before coming to rest on its wheels. While the driver was not trapped inside the vehicle, they required assistance navigating the steep terrain back up to the roadway. Due to the patient’s condition and challenging terrain, Company 1 firefighters used a stokes basket to properly package and safely transport the patient up the embankment to an awaiting ambulance. They were then transported by Mahwah EMS to an area hospital for treatment. All units operated on scene for approximately 30 minutes before returning to quarters.
Drill Night: Ari bags
For this week’s Wednesday night drill, members of Rescue Company 1 conducted training on airbag operations. Firefighters reviewed the components of the airbag system, proper setup procedures, and stabilization techniques required for a safe operation. These specialized tools, carried on Rescue 1 and Rescue Engine 117 are essential for vehicle extrication, structural collapse rescue, stabilization, and other technical rescue scenarios where controlled lifting operations are necessary. Consistent training with our equipment ensures our members remain proficient utilizing the tools we carry on our apparatus.
Airmont New York Fire
Tuesday evening, Fire Company 1 for an engine, Company 2 for a FAST team, and Company 3 for the SCBA truck, along with mutual aid companies from the surrounding area, responded to Airmont New York for a multi-alarm structure fire. Upon arrival of first due Tallman units, firefighters encountered heavy fire conditions in the basement which extended throughout the residence. Engine 115 responded with a full crew and was ordered to establish a secondary water supply for South Spring Valley’s Ladder 25-99. After completing this task, Company 1 firefighters provided additional manpower for firefighting and overhaul operations, working to extinguish remaining pockets of fire on the second floor. Company 1 operated on scene for approximately 3 hours before returning to the Township. Job well done by all departments who operated at this challenging multi-alarm fire. Photo credit to battalion4_buff
30 Years of Service Awards
Yesterday evening, members of the Mahwah Fire Department gathered at Town Hall to support several firefighters who were recognized by the Township Council for their dedicated service to the community. Company 1 is proud to announce that two of our members received awards during the ceremony. Firefighters Bob Morgan and Ed Farentino were each honored with 30 Years of Service awards, recognizing three decades of commitment to protecting Mahwah Township and its residents. We congratulate both Bob and Ed on this significant milestone and thank them for the many roles they take on in our firehouse, their unwavering dedication to the fire service and our community.