VOLUNTEERS DEDICATED TO PROTECTING THE BOROUGH SINCE 1890
The Fanwood Volunteer Fire Company was organized in 1890 and has provided fire protection services to the residents of Fanwood and neighboring communities for over 130 years.
Today the company is comprised of over 30 volunteers who respond out of the fire station in the rear of borough hall. Available apparatus includes three Chief vehicles, two fire engines, and one 75-foot ladder truck.
The Fire Company is always looking for new volunteers. If you are interested in joining the Fanwood Fire Department please click the JOIN US button!
LATEST NEWS & UPDATES
Last night at approximately 0130 Fanwood Fire was dispatched to Victor Street in Scotch Plains for a second alarm structure fire. Fanwood Ladder 1 and Engine 8 responded to the scene. Fanwood units assisted with fire extinguishment, overhaul, and RIT operations.
On August 22nd Fanwood Fire attended a Fire Safety course being provided to children at LaGrande Park. Firefighter Jimenez demonstrated the use of our equipment and answered any questions that were raised by the children.
Fanwood Fire would like to thank K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel for graciously providing food for our members during our monthly meeting!
Due to the forecasted weather for tomorrow, we have regrettably decided to cancel National Night Out. If possible, we will attempt to reschedule it for a date in the future. The safety of our community is our top priority and due to the projected inclement weather, we deemed it necessary to cancel. We thank you for your understanding and continued support!
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August 6th, 5:30pm-8:00pm, LaGrande Park. We hope to see everyone there!
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The Fanwood Fire Department mourns the loss of retired Fire Chief Cory Comperatore from the Buffalo Township Volunteer Fire Department. Chief Comperatore heroically sacrificed his life in order to protect his family at the Trump rally. Our thoughts are with his loved ones and the Buffalo Township community during this difficult time.
Today Fanwood Engine 7 responded to the North Martine Ave bridge for a single car motor vehicle accident. Fortunately no injuries were reported.
Fanwood Fire would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to Springfield FMBA local 57 for the sudden loss of FF/EMT Antonio DeCampos. May he rest in peace.On behalf of the Springfield FMBA Local 57 it is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the unexptected passing of FF/EMT Tony DeCampos. Tony was a member of Local 57 for over 10 years as well as a member of NJ Task Force One. Tony was taken from us far too soon, leaving behind a profound void in the lives of those who knew and loved him. He had a big heart and loved fishing, cooking, and most importantly his family. His infectious laughter and his unwavering kindness defined him.
Tony's legacy lives on through his children, family, and memories of his time and service. Rest easy brother, we will take it from here.
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Howard Drewes, Life Member and life-long supporter of the Fanwood Fire Department.
Howard spent his life in service to others. Howard joined the Fanwood Fire Department in December 1978 and rose to the rank of Lieutenant in the late '80's. Howard also served his community as Office of Emergency Management Coordinator and as a member of the Fanwood Police Department, retiring as Detective Sergeant.
You will truly be missed! RIP Howard
Yesterday Fanwood Fire Department responded into Scotch Plains for two separate structure fires. The first structure fire affected an occupied multifamily apartment building. The second structure fire affected a building which was in the process of being demolished.
In both incidents Fanwood Ladder 1 responded to the scene and assisted Scotch Plains with fire extinguishment, overhaul, and salvage operations.