Yesterday afternoon, Rescue 1, Rescue Engine 117, along with Fire Company 2 were dispatched to Route 17 for an MVA with entrapment involving multiple vehicles. While units were responding, dispatch advised that the trapped occupant had self-extricated. Upon arrival, Company 1 crews confirmed all patients were out of their vehicles before returning to quarters.
This past weekend was exceptionally busy for the volunteer firefighters of Company 1. Friday evening, we concluded our annual Santa Present Delivery fundraiser and on Saturday, after escorting Santa through the Cragmere section of town, Companies 1 and 3 represented Mahwah at the Orangeburg Holiday Parade. On top of these community events, our volunteers have responded to 7 emergency calls since Friday evening ranging from gas leaks and fire alarms to providing mutual aid coverage in Tallman NY. The busy stretch continued into early Monday morning when Engine 115 responded mutual aid into Ramsey for a working structure fire, followed by calls for gas leaks and CO Alarms in our township. Job well done by our dedicated members who balanced both emergency response and community service throughout the weekend.
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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.
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
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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.
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.
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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/
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.
Early Saturday morning Rescue Company 1 along with Fire Companies 2, 4, and EMS were dispatched to Route 287 South for a motor vehicle accident with entrapment and fire. While enroute, units were advised that all occupants were out of the vehicle. Upon arrival, Rescue 1’s crew assisted Co.2 with the initial handline and also stretched a backup line. Engine 117 supplied additional water and manpower. Units operated for about 2 hours before returning to quarters.
Monday, Oct. 21: As of 6 a.m., the New Jersey Forest Fire Service has implemented statewide Stage 3 Fire Restrictions statewide in response to prolonged dry conditions and increased wildfire activity. STAGE 3 FIRE RESTRICTIONS All fires will be prohibited unless contained in an elevated stove using only propane, natural gas, gas, or electricity. No charcoal fires are allowed. Statewide Fire Danger: View current New Jersey fire danger levels: https://www.nj.gov/…/infot…/conditions-restrictions.html DIVISION A COUNTIES: Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, Somerset, Sussex, Warren, Hopewell Township in Mercer County, Union, Hunterdon, Middlesex (north of Raritan River) DIVISION B COUNTIES: Burlington, Monmouth, Ocean, Middlesex (south of the Raritan River), Mercer County except Hopewell Township DIVISION C COUNTIES: Atlantic, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Salem
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