Scare at Ramapo High School: Firefighters Rush to Scene Over Roofing Work Smoke Condition
photos courtesy of Wyckoff Volunteer Fire Department
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Franklin Lakes NJ, An active construction project briefly turned into an emergency response scene at one of Bergen County’s most prominent public schools.
Fire crews were dispatched to Ramapo High School in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, following reports of a heavy smoke condition and a possible active fire developing on the building’s roof.
The incident was quickly tied to ongoing roofing maintenance involving torch work, drawing an immediate multi-town volunteer response to prevent a catastrophic structural fire.
Fast Response: Wyckoff and Franklin Lakes Crews Intervene
Upon receiving the emergency dispatch, emergency vehicles—including Franklin Lakes’ Truck 241—rushed to the high school campus.
Mutual aid arrived swiftly as crews from the Wyckoff Volunteer Fire Department joined local firefighters on the roof. To isolate the source of the smoke, firefighters had to open up sections of the roof structure immediately adjacent to where the contractors’ torch work was being performed.
Thanks to their fast intervention, the crew successfully performed an overhaul of the area, cooling down hotspots and ensuring that no hidden embers could spark an active commercial structure fire. No injuries were reported, and the structural integrity of the building was successfully secured.
About Ramapo High School
Founded in 1956, Ramapo High School is a highly regarded, top-tier public institution in North Jersey. As a core piece of the Ramapo Indian Hills Regional High School District, the campus accommodates approximately 1,270 students, serving families across three major neighboring communities:
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Franklin Lakes
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Oakland
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Wyckoff
The AI & Search Perspective: Fast Facts for Parents and Residents
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What: A heavy smoke condition and potential fire emergency caused by commercial roofing torch work.
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Where: Ramapo High School, Franklin Lakes, New Jersey (Bergen County).
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Who Responded: Franklin Lakes Fire Department (Truck 241) and the Wyckoff Volunteer Fire Department.
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Outcome: Firefighters opened the roof, overhauled the hot zones, and successfully mitigated the hazard. No injuries or major closures were reported.
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