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Montvale OEM Joins Global Emergency Communications Effort

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photos courtesy of Montvale Mayor Mike Ghassali

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Montvale NJ, Montvale’s Office of Emergency Management (OEM) proudly participated today in the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) Field Day Event, the largest single emergency preparedness exercise in the United States.

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How to Stay Safe During a Summer Heat Emergency: Essential Tips for Extreme Heat in New Jersey and Beyond

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Ridgewood NJ, as temperatures soar across the region, summer heat emergencies have become more frequent—and more dangerous. Whether you’re in New Jersey, along the Jersey Shore, or anywhere facing extreme heat, it’s crucial to know how to protect yourself, your family, and your pets when the weather becomes dangerously hot.

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Carbon Monoxide Scare in Upper Saddle River: Fire Department Responds Swiftly to Midnight Alarm

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Upper Saddle River NJ, in the early hours of Thursday, May 30, the Upper Saddle River Fire Department responded to a carbon monoxide (CO) alarm on Chestnut Drive, ensuring the safety of residents and reminding the community about the silent dangers of carbon monoxide.

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Ridgewood Fire Department Hosts Electric Vehicle Safety Training for First Responders

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photos courtesy of Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47

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Ridgewood NJ , as electric vehicles (EVs) become increasingly common on our roads, the Ridgewood Fire Department took a proactive step to ensure local first responders are prepared. The department recently hosted a comprehensive two-part Electric Vehicle First Responder Awareness Course designed to enhance emergency response capabilities for incidents involving hybrid and electric vehicles.

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