Today around 4:20pm the department was alerted to a commercial structure fire in Bergenfield. First arriving units were met with heavy fire conditions at a one story laundromat. Tower 31, Squad 36 along with car 3-0 and car 3-01 responded to the South Washington Ave. fire. Tower 31 began truck work and went to cut holes in the roof to let heat and gasses escape the structure. Squad 36's crew set up fast team operations, preformed overhaul and checked for extension. Units operated at the 3rd alarm for 3 hours before being released to the boro. New Milford worked with crews from Bergenfield, Dumont, Tenafly, River Edge and the surrounding communities. Thankfully there were no injuries.

Today at approximately 1:20pm the department was dispatched to the 1000 block of Evergreen court for an activated fire alarm. Upon arrival of the first fire chief, it was noticed that a large tree was struck by lightning in the rear of the home. Soon after that, the first engine pulled up along with the second chief and crews began their investigation into the home. As soon as the crews made the second floor they were met with a smoke condition. After further investigation the crews discovered fire running along the front soffit from an apparent lightning strike. Fire department operated on scene for about 2 1/2 hours with the assistance of the Oradell, River Edge, Dumont and Bergenfield fire departments and the New Milford Ambulance Corp.

Fire Awareness Day will be held Sunday October 16th from 1pm-4pm in the parking lot of LaBarbara (Babe Ruth) Field behind Borough Hall. There will be fire prevention activities for kids and adults alike. Come on down and learn about your volunteer fire department and fire safety.

This past Tuesday members of NMFD participated in the 2016 Annual National Night Out.

Mutual aid: 5

Carbon monoxide detector activation: 2
Alarm malfunction: 2
Accidental alarm: 4
Smoke condition: 1
Structure fires: 5
Water emergency: 1
Odor of natural gas: 12
Medical assist: 3
Assistance: 1
Vehicle fire: 3

On January 9th at approximately 0800 hours, units were requested to Hoffman Avenue for a report of wires down with a car on fire.  Chiefs arrived on scene to find 2 primary wires down with a fully involved car fire.  Engine 33, 34, and Tower 31 responded as well as PSE&G.  Once power was secured to the wires units extinguished the fire.  As units were picking up from the car fire Engine 34 was requested to respond mutual aid to Oradell for the working structure fire.  All units cleared the scene by 1000.

Yesterday, our 2016 Fire Officers were sworn in by Council President and Fire Liaison Dominic Collucci during a ceremony at Company 2. The 2016 Officers are
Chief of Department Alan Silverman
Assistant Chief Ross Rhien
Deputy Chief Angelo DeCarlo
Captains Ronald Stokes & Willian Mury
Lieutenants Matthew Calnan & Jared Birnbaum
In addition 2015 Chief of Department David Stormer was recognized for his tenure as chief and Gerald Howard for his 50 years of service.

The New Milford Volunteer Fire Department would like to wish Company 2 Life Member and New Milford Police Captain John Kiene a happy retirement. Today is Captain Kiene's last tour serving New Milford after a 33 year career.
Best wishes in your future endeavors and have a safe and happy New Year Captain!

The New Milford Fire Department would like to congratulate the Chiefs and Officers of the department on their elections and promotions

Chief of Department Alan Silvermann
Assistant Chief Ross Rhein 
Deputy Chief Angelo DeCarlo 
Captain Ron Stokes 
Captain Bill Mury 
Lieutenant Matthew Calnan
Lieutenant Jared Birnbaum

On Sunday December 13^th 2015, New Milford Firefighters will be joined by the girl scouts and Santa Claus for our 24^th annual toy drive for residents of New Milford.  All toys donated will go to New Milford Residents with help from the social services director.

TIMES AND LOCATIONS
1:00 PM – 305 GRAPHIC BLVD. (GIRL SCOUTS)

1:20 PM – BROOKCHESTER SHOPPING CENTER
                           FRONT OF CVS
 
1:40 PM – SHOPRITE
 
2:00 PM – BROOKCHESTER – FALLER DRIVE CIRCLE
 
2:10 PM – NEW MILFORD FIRE CO. # 2
                           680 TRENTON ST.
 
2:30 PM – PERRONE’S FARM (RIVER RD.)
 
2:50 PM – GIBBS SCHOOL (FRONT ENTRANCE)
 
3:05 PM – 70 RIVER RD. (GIRL SCOUTS)
 
3:25 PM – NEW MILFORD FIRE CO. # 1
                           249 CENTER ST.