Cherry Hill firefighters rescue dog from Crestbrook Avenue house fire
CHERRY HILL, NJ — Firefighters responded to a residential blaze on the 700 block of Crestbrook Avenue Wednesday evening, according to the Cherry Hill Fire Department. No injuries were reported in the…
Maryland Firefighters Respond to Bombs, Exploding Mailboxes, and a Bazooka Round in 96 Hour Period
BALTIMORE, M.D. — The Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal announced Tuesday that its teams have responded to 29 incidents across Maryland and Virginia over the past 96 hours. Deputy State…
Firefighters rescue woman and two dogs from frozen river in South Jersey
BLACKWOOD, N.J. — A woman and her two dogs were rescued Saturday afternoon after becoming trapped in the partially frozen Timber Creek at Timber Creek Dog Park, according to the Gloucester Township…
Stamford firefighters rescue worker from trench collapse
STAMFORD, Conn. — A worker trapped in a trench collapse was rescued Friday morning in Stamford after a swift and coordinated effort by the city’s fire department and emergency personnel. The Stamford…
New York State Police deploy drone to assist firefighters at Chenango pallet company blaze
CHENANGO, N.Y. — New York State Police provided critical aerial support during a fire at the Quality Pallet Company in the town of Chenango, utilizing drone technology to aid firefighters in locating…
New Jersey warns firefighters, cops to avoid crashed drones over serious health and safety concerns
TRENTON, N.J. — A newly issued safety bulletin from the New Jersey Division of Fire Safety is advising first responders to maintain caution and distance when encountering downed unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs),…
Cherry Hill firefighters complete advanced tower rescue training with Camden County USAR group
CHERRY HILL, N.J. — Members of the Cherry Hill Fire Department and Camden Fire Department have successfully completed a specialized Tower Rescue Technician program, equipping them with advanced skills for high-risk, low-frequency…
New Jersey Police and Firefighters Give Up Their Family Days to Make Sure Your Holidays are Safe
As the crisp chill of December lurks across the Garden State, New Jersey transforms into a whirlwind of holiday cheer. From twinkling lights strung across the boardwalks to the packed malls that…
When does Santa Claus rides with Cherry Hill firefighters for annual neighborhood tour
CHERRY HILL, N.J. — Santa Claus will bring holiday cheer to Cherry Hill neighborhoods starting Saturday, December 14, as part of the Cherry Hill Fire Department’s annual Santa Tour. The weeklong event…
Cherry Hill firefighters assist with annual wreath hanging at Covered Bridge
CHERRY HILL, N.J. — Firefighters from Rescue Ladder 13 lent a helping hand earlier today in the annual tradition of hanging wreaths on the iconic Covered Bridge, continuing a beloved community event…
New Jersey firefighters battle nine major wildfires across the state
TRENTON, N.J. — Firefighters across New Jersey are battling nine major wildfires that are causing heavy smoke and low visibility across multiple counties. The fires, burning in areas from Cumberland to Essex…
Lakewood Fire Department deploys rehab unit to support firefighters battling Jackson wildfire
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — The Lakewood Fire Department has dispatched its Rehab and Care (RAC) Unit to aid in the ongoing response to a large forest fire in Jackson, N.J., providing critical support…
Newark Firefighters Save Man After Fall into Passaic River
Newark Saves Man from Passaic River **Newark, NJ** - Newark Firefighters and Police successfully rescued a 23-year-old man who fell into the Passaic River on Saturday. The incident occurred on November 2…
Firefighters work to contain 120-acre Halloween wildfire in Cumberland County
DOWNE TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Firefighters are working to contain a wildfire that has spread to 120 acres in Downe Township, Cumberland County. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service reported Friday that the…
Cape May Firefighters Dispatch to Help North Carolina Hurricane Recovery Effort
CAPE MAY, N.J. — Two Cape May County firefighters have joined New Jersey Task Force 1 (NJTF1) in the ongoing search and rescue efforts in Asheville, N.C., following the devastation caused by…
Firefighters Respond to Fire at South Jersey Hi-Rise Apartment Building
CHERRY HILL, N.J. — Firefighters responded to a high-rise fire overnight at the Towers of Windsor Apartment Building in Cherry Hill, quickly extinguishing a blaze that broke out on the fourth floor.…
Firefighters Rescue Unconscious Driver After Crash on Route 17 in Bergen County
Firefighters in Bergen County rushed to the scene of a serious two-vehicle crash on Route 17 in Hasbrouck Heights on Saturday, October 5, where they freed an unconscious driver trapped in one…
Stamford Firefighters Quickly Contain House Fire in Shippan Neighborhood
STAMFORD, CT – Stamford firefighters were called to a structure fire on Thursday, October 3, at 1:39 PM, at 56 Gurley Road in Stamford’s Shippan neighborhood. Upon arrival, firefighters detected smoke emanating…
Stamford firefighters rescue multiple pets from house fire
STAMFORD, Conn. — Stamford firefighters rescued several pets from a house fire Thursday afternoon in the Waterside neighborhood, officials said. Crews were dispatched to 87 Noble Street at 1:28 p.m. after receiving…
Firefighters Contain Residential Fire on Middle Ridge Road in Stamford
STAMFORD, Conn. — A house fire on Middle Ridge Road was swiftly extinguished by the Stamford Fire Department on Wednesday evening. The fire, reported at 8:46 p.m., prompted a rapid response from…
Firefighters Battle Stubborn Blaze in D.C. Two-Story Building
WASHINGTON, D.C. — DC Fire and EMS crews fought a challenging fire in Northeast D.C. on Monday afternoon, which broke out just before 3 p.m. in a two-story building on the 2500 block…