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
This evening, Fanwood Engine-8 was dispatched to a cover assignment into the city of Plainfield along with other mutual aid companies. While at the cover assignment, E-8 handled an activated fire alarm and a MVA in which a car struck a utility pole.
For this week’s drill, members trained with ground ladders which included skills and techniques on raising, carrying and placement. Maintaining departmental proficiency in the use of ground ladders is essential.
On Tuesday April 28th, Firefighter Sean Manette was honored and awarded a Shield Award by the Knights of Columbus at their annual award ceremony. FF Manette has served on the Fanwood Fire Department for 20 years and counting.
Yesterday around 7:00 PM, the Fanwood Fire Department was dispatched to a business on South Avenue for a reported fire. Upon arrival, crews confirmed a working vehicle fire involving multiple trucks, trailers, and a nearby fence.
Engine 7, Ladder 1, and Engine 8 responded and deployed multiple handlines to quickly extinguish the fire and protect nearby exposures. The fire was under control within 20 minutes.
No injuries were reported.
On Wednesday, Engine-7 & Engine-8 responded to a two car MVA on North Avenue for fluid containment. Thankfully there were no serious injuries and no entrapment.
Thank you to the Union County Public Safety Complex dispatchers—who provide critical life-saving assistance and support for law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services. It is a pleasure to work with you.
Fanwood Fire Department offers our deepest condolences to the members of the Union County Sheriff's Office on the passing of Officer Joseph Devito. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and fellow officers during this difficult time.It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the Union County Sheriff’s Office announces the tragic passing of Sheriff’s Officer Joseph DeVito, who lost his life this morning in a motor vehicle accident.
Officer DeVito was a dedicated member of the Sheriff’s Office who served with honor, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of the community. His loss is deeply felt by his colleagues, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
The circumstances surrounding the accident are currently under investigation by the New Jersey State Police. No further details are available at this time.
“We are devastated by the loss of Officer DeVito,” said Sheriff Peter Corvelli. “He was not only a valued member of our department, but also a respected colleague and friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this incredibly difficult time.”
The Union County Sheriff’s Office asks the public to keep Officer DeVito’s family, loved ones, and fellow officers in their thoughts and prayers as they navigate this tragic loss.
On Tuesday night, members participated in a drill involving one attack line & a blitz fire nozzle. This provided an opportunity for our newer members to become more familiar with engine company operations.
Shortly after 2:00 a.m. today, Engine-7 and Ladder-1, in conjunction with the Fanwood Police Department and Rescue Squad, responded to North Avenue for a motor vehicle collision involving a utility pole.