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Tuesday October 13th- Food on the Stove on Bogert Road.

Units were dispatched to the 100 block of Bogert Rd this evening at 1924 hrs. for a reported odor of something burning. Chief 1-0 (Weismann) arrived on scene and reported nothing evident from the street. Upon further investigation crews discovered a smoke condition in a downstairs apartment. It was discovered to be a pot on the stove that had ignited it's contents. Truck 1 (OIC Lt. Rush) assisted the Rescue Company by venting the structure. Units were placed available shortly thereafter.

 

Thursday October 8th- Truck runs New Milford 2nd Alarm

This morning at 0615 Truck 1 (OIC Lt. Mahoney) was dispatched on the 2nd alarm assignment to the 800 block of Berkley Street in New Milford for a fire in a garden apartment complex. The truck was the second arriving mutual Ladder Company and was requested to standby on scene and cover the remainder of the Tri-Boro by New Milford 3-0. Truck 1 cleared the scene around 0700.

Sunday September 20th- Busiest day of the Weekend

Company 1 members didn't get much of a break after a busy Saturday when the Tri-Boro units were dispatched to a reported motor vehicle accident with a fire at the intersection of Kinderkamack Road and Richard Court at 0237 hrs. Chief 1-0 (Weismann) arrived to find a one vehicle crash with the vehicle into a building. The vehicle involved also struck a utility pole causing it to fall and the power and phone lines to come down with it. When this occured the primary began burning creating a second incident. Chief 1-0 instructed the Oradell and New Milford Company 1 units to to take care of the motor vehicle accident. The River Edge and New Milford Company 2 units were to respond to the wires down and burning. Truck 1 (OIC Lt. Mahoney) responded and arrived first due and began to conduct searches of the buildings affected by the power line. Engine 3 arrived shortly thereafter and assisted. Oradell Squad 22 and Engine 23 arrived on the northern end of the incident and removed the victims from the vehicle once the power was cut by PSE&G. New Milford Squad 36 arrived and assisted with lighting the scene. Once all the buildings and vehicle were deemed safe all units were requested to standby for PSE&G. After a long night units cleared the scene at 0545 hrs. A great job was done by all involved.

The day continued bringing in 5 more calls for the Tri-Boro units. After a very busy weekend the members were glad to take a break and get some well needed rest. Thanks to everyone who helped make the weekend go very smooth!!!

Saturday September 19th- 3 More Runs for Tri-Boro Units

The trend continued on Saturday afternoon bringing 3 more runs for the Tri-Boro Units. The day began with an activated fire alarm at the New Milford Elks Club. Truck 1 responded with the remainder of the Tri-Boro assignment to find smoke from cooking. Fans were placed in operation to remove the smoke and all units cleared the scene and returned to the borough

At 1822 hrs. Truck 1, Engine 3 and the rest of the Tri-Boro units responded to the intersection of Elm Ave and Voorhis Ave in River Edge for the reported outside smoke condition. The cause was discovered to be an outside fire pit on Manning Ave. All units were released.

Saturday night ended with an activated fire alarm at the former River Edge Senior Residence at 2358 hrs. Truck 1, Engine 3 and the Tri-Boro Responded and were quickly released.

Friday September 18th- 3 Runs for the day

Friday morning was the start to a very busy weekend for the members of Company 1. Due to the annual New Jersey State Fireman's Convention in Wildwood the members of the Tri-boro South Mutual Aid Association(River Edge, Oradell & New Milford) would all respond on every call in the 3 towns.

At 1119 hrs Central Dispatch was contacted by the Cresskill Fire Department requesting 1 Engine to respond to a 3rd alarm structure fire on the 100 block of Palisade Ave. All 3 towns were dispatched and Oradell Engine 23 responded. Chief 1-0 (Weismann) released all remaining Tri-Boro units.

The day continued shortly after the first call with a mutual aid request from the Dumont Fire Department for 1 Engine to respond to Wyndotte Ave. for a garage fire. River Edge Station 1 units were assigned to respond but were quickly cancelled due to a quick knock down of the fire.

The third and final call was in Oradell on the 600 block of Schaefer Ave. for the activated fire alarm. A good job was done by all who responded as well as the Cresskill and Dumont Fire Departments at there respected fires.

 

Wednesday September 9th, Truck 1 responds to New Milford for a tri-boro response

At 1328hrs Truck 1 was dispatched on a tri-boro alarm assignment to the Hovanian school. Truck 1 was first due and upon the investigation they located a malfunctioning water cooler on the second floor. Truck 1 secured the unit and were up shortly after.

 

Monday September 7th - Truck Responds to Oradell Public School

This afternoon at 1529 hrs Truck 1 was requested to respond to Oradell Public School for an activated fire alarm. Truck 1 along with Oradell were on scene for the investigation and were made available shortly after arrival.

 

Sunday September 6th- Truck responds to Oradell

At 2009 hrs Truck 1 was dispatched to the 700 block of Glenside Ct. due to Oradell Tower 1 being out of service. Truck 1 was released shortly after arrival.

 

Friday September 4th- Pedestrian Struck by Train

At 2014 hrs the units were requested to respond the the New Bridge Landing Train Station for a wash down after a pedestrian struck by a train. Engine 4 assisted with the investigation. Units cleared in about 45 minutes.

Wednesday September 2nd- Dumpster Fire on Jefferson Ave.

At 0152 Company One units were dispatched to the 200 block of Jefferson Ave for a reported dumpster fire. Upon arrival Chief 10 (Weismann) confirmed a fire in a 15 yard dumpster. Engine 3 (OIC Lt. Rush) arrived and stretched a reverse lay due to the heavy volume of fire. The fire was quickly extinguished and overhaul was completed. Units were up from the scene and available at 0300.

 

 

Monday August 24th- Pedestrian Struck by Train

This morning at 0703 hours Chief 10 (Weismann)discovered what appeared to be a human body on the tracks just south of the Riverside Way crossing and notified the River Edge Police. NJ Transit requested the Fire Department to assist with the investigation. Units cleared in about 45 minutes.

Friday August 21st- MVA with Extrication Kinderkamack Rd and Main St.

This evening at 1818 hours units were dispatched to the intersection of Kinderkamack Road and Main Street for the reported motor vehicle accident with entrapment. Engine 3 (OIC Lt. Rush) arrived first due and stretched a precautionary handline. Rescue 1 arrived shortly thereafter and removed the victim. Units cleared in roughly an hour.

Wednesday August 19th- Rollover on Route 4

This morning at approximately 0300 hours units were dispatched to Route 4 in the area of Marginal Road for a reported rollover. Truck 1 and Squad 7 quickly responded and were told to stand by as the victim was out of the vehicle. All units cleared shortly thereafter.

Tuesday August 18th- WIres down on Kinderkamack Road

At 1000 hours units were dispatched to the intersection of Kinderkamack Road and Voorhis Ave. Chief 10 (Weismann) arrived and reported the primary power line down and burning in the roadway. PSE&G was notified and responded to disconnect the power. Units stood by for the arrival of PSE&G and were released upon their arrival.

Sunday August 2nd- Units respond to Gates Ave for a Structure Fire

Just after midnight units were dispatched to Gates Ave for a report of smoke coming from the roof of a house. Upon arrival Chief 102 (Mauthe) confirmed fire on the Bravo side of the building. Truck 1 was first due and started a primary search of the building. Engine 3 arrived simultaneously and dropped a supply line and their crew stretched a 1 3/4" attack line. The fire was quickly contained to the side of the house. All units cleared the scenes within an hour.

Saturday, July 11th - TRUCK 1 Takes 2nd Place!

River Edge Company 1 Units attended the Stony Point, NY Wayne Day Parade. Crews have been working hard getting the apparatus ready for the parade. It all payed off when they took home 2nd place best appearing aerial. Congratulations!!

Pictures From the Parade.

Saturday, July 4th - Independence Day

Today REFD units turned out for Oradell's and River Edge's annual parade, after the parade crews enjoyed the events in the park. This year the REFD enjoyed a night off due to no firework festivities in the town this year.

Monday, June 1st - New Milford House Fire

Tri-boro units were dispatched to assist NMFD at 777 Asbury Street in New Milford for a reported house fire. Upon calling inservice all tri-boro units were returned.


Friday. May 30th - Eagle Scout Ceremony

Members of the River Edge Fire Department attended Co 2 member Justin Kearns Eagle Scout Ceremony. Congrats Justin.

Monday, May 25th - Memorial Day and Flags

Today members of the department payed their respects to the past brothers of REFD by placing flags on their headstones at the cemetery. They also participated in the Boroughs Parade.

Flags Crew



REFD Colorguard and Officers

Wednesday, May 13th - Woodcrest Nursing Home Fire
A Tri-Boro Alarm was transmitted for a structure fire at the Woodcrest Center in New Milford.  Truck 1 and Engine 3 responded. Command was established by Chief 1-0, Truck 1 was the first due truck and E3 dropped 400+ feet of supply line to New Milfords Engine 3-3. Truck 1 assisted E-33's crew with overhaul and ventilation. A quick knock on the fire, caused minimal damage.



Photos By Brett Dzadik

April, 20th 2009 - Arching wires leaves north end without power

REFD was dispatched to Contiental Avenue at Kimberley Way for an exploding transformer with wires down arching. Units secured the scene and awiated PSEG's arrival.



April 17th, 2009 - Car Fire Van Saun Park

Today REFD was dispatched to a report of a working car fire in Van Saun Park. Upon arrival the car was fully involved in a parking aisle. Due to Engine 3's crew quick knock down, no major damage was sustained to any other cars.




April 6th, 2009 - TRUCK 1 to New Milford For a House Fire

At 1652hrs River Edge Truck 1 was requested to the scene of a working house fire on the 1100 block of River Rd. Truck 1 Assisted with a search and overhaul of the building.


Photo By Brett Dzadik



March 29th, 2009 - New Company 1 Video

 

 

March 10th, 2009 Firefighter T. Curran Recieves Black Shield

At tonight’s monthly company meeting, Firefighter Tim Curran came off probation and received his black shield. This accomplishment is achieved after successful completion of the Firefighter 1 course at the Bergen County Fire Academy and 1 year of being on probation. Congratulations Tim!



January 26th, 2009 - Car Vs. Building

At 0810hrs REFD was dispatched to the area of 100 Kinderkamack Road for a report of a car into a building Truck 1, Engine 3 and the Rescue Responded. Crews Stablized and removed the victim from the automobile and handed over to awaiting EMS Units. The Struture was deemed safe to reoccupy. Units were up at 0900hrs.


 

January 17th, 2009 - REFD Keeps Busy With Mutiple Calls This Week.

REFD has been keeping busy with responding 10 calls this week alone. With a mixture of CO,Gas and activated fire alarms the REFD wants to remind you of the dangers of Carbon Monoxide in the home and how you can keep your family safe.

* Be alert to the danger signs that signal a CO problem: streaks of carbon or soot around the service door of your fuel-burning appliances; the absence of a draft in your chimney; excessive rusting on flue pipes or appliance jackets; moisture collecting on the windows and walls of furnace rooms; fallen soot from the fireplace; small amounts of water leaking from the base of the chimney, vent or flue pipe; damaged or discolored bricks at the top of your chimney and rust on the portion of the vent pipe visible from outside your home.

*Be aware that CO poisoning may be the cause of flu-like symptoms such as headaches, tightness of chest, dizziness, fatigue, confusion and breathing difficulties. Because CO poisoning often causes a victim's blood pressure to rise, the victim's skin may take on a pink or red cast.

*Know how to respond to a CO detector alarm. If your alarm sounds, immediately open windows and doors for ventilation. If anyone in the home is experiencing symptoms of CO poisoning -- headache, dizziness or other flu-like symptoms -- immediately evacuate the house and call the fire department.



January 1st, 2009 - REFD New Officers & New Year

REFD would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year and wish the new and returning officers good luck this year.

2009 Chiefs:

Chief Of Department : 1-0 Chris Weismann
Assistant Chief : 1-01 Bill Sanders
Deputy Chief: 1-02 John Mauthe

2009 Fire Officers:

Captain: Eric Schultz
1st Lieutenant: Jim Rush
2nd Lieutenant: Joe Messina

2009
Civic Officers:

President: Mark Mitchell
Vice President: Mike Lolk
Secretary: Mike Medico

Treasurer: David Delia
Financial Secretary: Bryce Simpson


 

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