The Officers and Members of the New Milford Fire Department would like to send its sincerest thanks and appreciation to those members of our Armed Services who have made the Ultimate Sacrifice defending our Nation. We also wish to send our thanks and best wishes to those service members both overseas and here at home defending our Nation.

The New Milford Fire Department responded to a report of an air conditioning unit on fire on Stockton Street Thursday, May 26. Investigation by the firefighters revealed that the unit caught fire after a relay shorted out. The homeowner indicated this was the first time this year the unit had been turned on.
With summer soon approaching, the New Milford Fire Department would like to remind homeowners to keep a watchful eye on air conditioning units when using them for the first time this season. The department has responded to a few fires in the past that were caused by air conditioning units. In the event that any problems arise, homeowners should call 9-1-1.

At 8pm today River Edge FD was dispatched for a working structure fire at the Extreme Parties store located at 464 Kinderkamack Road. First arriving units confirmed a working fire with heavy smoke showing from the building and requested a 2nd alarm. New Milford FD responded with E-32, T-31, S-36 along with Chief 30 and 302. Units operated on scene until approx. 10:30pm when the fire was placed under control. 

NMFD plans to train at a home slated for demolotion on Korfitsen. This will be a department drill. Info to follow…

At approx 11:30pm NMFD was dispatched for a reported extrication at Henley Ave and Bliss Drive. Chief 30 responded along with Tower 31 and Engine 32. NMFD was requested by NM EMS for a door pop to remove an injured party whose GMC SUV struck a telephone pole. The front passenger door was removed from the vehicle and the patient was turned over to EMS.

Here we go again! Another major snow storm heading our way. It seems that this winter will go down in the record books for the most snow accumalation. We can still see the snow from December 26, 2010.

With that said, please take the time to clear the accumulated snow around the fire hydrant in front of your home. This will make it easier for the fire department to locate and access the hydrant should there be a fire. Thank you for you support and cooperation.

— New Milford Fire Department —

The New Milford Fire Department wishes to send its condolances to the River Edge Volunteer Ambulance Service and family for the loss of Matthew Pelletterre earlier today.

From the River Edge Volunteer Ambulance Service;

"It is with deep regret that I announce the passing of one of our members, Matthew Pelletterre.

Matt had responded to REVAS for a call today but had missed the rig. As the crew returned from the call which resulted in an RMA, they found Matthew unresponsive in the driveway. CPR was initiated and Matt was transported to HUMC where he was later pronounced.

Arrangements at Beaugards to follow. Please keep his mother in law Donna, father in law Steve, (Both REVAS members), his wife Danielle, and their kids in your prayers."

All units responded to 700 Princeton Street on the report of smoke on the second floor of the home. Car 301 arrived on scene and reported smoke showing from a 2nd Floor window on the D side. Bergenfield was dispatched as the FAST team but was canceled shortly after units made a quick knockdown. See article from the New Milford Patch. http://newmilford-nj.patch.com/articles/fire-on-princeton-street-quickly-put-out

The New Milford Fire Department today, January 1, 2011, swore in the officers of 2011. The ceremony was held at Company 1 located on Center Street. The officers of 2011 are as follow;

Department Chief: Ralph Leonardi

Assistant Chief: Jimmy Tufaro

Deputy Chief: Anthony Castella

Company 1 Captain: David Stormer

Company 1 Lieutenant: Matthew Calnan

Company 2 Captain: Jeremiah Nolan

Company 2 Lieutenant: Jay McNulty