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Ridgewood, NJ — The Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47 proved once again that they’re ready to help with any emergency — big or small.
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Ridgewood NJ, on May 19th the Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47 announced the passing of former Ridgewood Fire Chief Robert Missel. Chief Missel started as a probationary firefighter on November 16, 1964, was promoted to Lieutenant on August 1, 1978, and Captain on November 1, 1983. He was then promoted to Deputy Chief in 1986 and Chief in 1987.
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UPDATE: Yes, unfortunately Glen was just an April Fools joke that our social media manager didn’t expect to gain so much popularity so quickly! Wow! Now I’ve got some people to answer to! Apologies to anyone who had to field phone calls this morning about this one! We will miss you, Glen!
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Ridgewood NJ, after years of requests, the Ridgewood Fire Department is thrilled to announce the adoption of a firehouse dog! Say hello to Glen, named after the street where fire headquarters has stood for over 30 years.
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Ridgewood NJ, on the evening of March 11, 2025, the Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47 swiftly responded to a fire alarm activation at a large mixed-occupancy building located at Maple and East Ridgewood Avenue.
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47 took advantage of the beautiful weather this morning to conduct pre-plan training at The Benjamin on Franklin Avue in the central business district , one of the town’s large multi-family residential buildings.
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47 members from A and B platoons participated in an ice rescue drill at Graydon Pool, enhancing their life-saving skills in cold-water emergencies.
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Continue reading Ridgewood Fire: The plow is on the pickup truck!
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Ridgewood Nj, a Thursday morning collision on South Maple Avenue in Ridgewood left a Honda Accord driver injured and caused significant damage to the vehicle, according to local authorities.
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Ridgewood NJ, after 25 years of service, we celebrate Firefighter Dan Steen and his remarkable career with the Ridgewood Fire Department. Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47 Wishing him all the best in his well-deserved retirement and a big thank you for your service.
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Ridgewood NJ, Every year during Fire Prevention Week, the Ridgewood Fire Department holds a timed fire drill contest at all the public schools. This year’s contest was full of action, as always! The school that shows the biggest improvement in their fire drill time compared to the previous year wins the highly coveted white fire helmet—a symbol of fire safety excellence that the winning school gets to display until the next year’s contest.
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Ridgewood NJ, in the early hours of Friday, July 12, 2024, Ridgewood Fire Department’s “A” Shift was called into action for a high-stakes rescue. Dispatched in the middle of the night, the team responded to an urgent report of a vehicle submerged in water with one occupant trapped inside. The incident reportedly took place in the Ho-Ho-Kus Brook near First Street.
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Ridgewood NJ, at Wednesday nights Village Council meeting , the Village council honored four Ridgewood Firefighter EMT’s . On January 23rd , Richard Brooks the Ridgewood Parks, Recreation & Conservation Board Chairman suffered a massive heart attack ,in which according to Mayor Paul Vagianos his heart stopped beating for 35 minutes .
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Ridgewood NJ, on Tuesday, April 9th the Village of Ridgewood posted on their Facebook page regarding a progam for where the Fire Department will be distributing bright blue lockboxes to put on elderly resident’s doors.
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Paramus NJ, several of Ridgewood Fire Department members recently took a stroll through the brand-new Valley Hospital in Paramus! The department gained an invaluable opportunity for us to familiarize ourselves with the layout and facilities, ensuring we’re always prepared to serve our community effectively. From emergency routes to key locations, every step counts towards keeping people safe!
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