Disaster Averted: How a Sprinkler System and Hackensack Firefighters Saved a Residential Building from a 4th-Floor Fire
photos courtesy of the The City of Hackensack Fire Department
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Hackensack NJ, The City of Hackensack Fire Department demonstrated rapid response and efficiency this morning after a fire broke out on the 4th floor of a residential building at 389 Main Street. Thanks to a quick-acting sprinkler system and the specialized efforts of the fire crews, potential structural and water damage was significantly limited, allowing residents to return home swiftly.
Fire Knocked Down: The Power of Preparation
The Hackensack Fire Department’s 2nd Platoon, operating under the command of Deputy Chief Derevyanik, was dispatched to the scene. The immediate threat was brought under control by two key factors:
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Building Sprinkler System: The automatic sprinkler system in the building played a crucial role, activating quickly to contain the fire before it could spread.
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First Arriving Units: Firefighters from the 2nd Platoon rapidly moved in to fully extinguish the remaining blaze.
Limiting the Damage: Beyond Just Putting Out the Fire
In residential high-rise incidents, water damage from the activated sprinkler system and hose lines can often be as destructive as the fire itself. The Hackensack crews focused immediately on damage mitigation:
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They worked diligently to limit water damage to lower floors.
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Crews secured the building’s utilities to prevent further hazard.
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Working closely with building management, they ensured the fire protection systems were quickly restored so that displaced residents could safely re-enter their apartments.
A Unified Response for Community Safety
During the operation, fire safety across the city remained covered by mutual aid companies from neighboring towns, underscoring the vital cooperation among Bergen County’s emergency services.
The response involved a comprehensive team of city agencies working together to secure the scene and investigate:
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Hackensack Police Department
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Building Department
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Fire Prevention Bureau
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Health Department
Officials have confirmed that the fire is currently under investigation, but preliminary findings indicate the incident is not considered suspicious.
The quick actions of the Hackensack Fire Department, supported by IAFF Locals 2081 (Fire Fighters) and 3172 (Fire Officers), proved instrumental in protecting the residents and property on Main Street.
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