Upper Saddle River Fire Department

At 3:28pm, the USRFD was dispatched to a home on Cobblestone Drive for an activated alarm. Chief Vierheilig (IC) Asst Chief Rauch (Ops) and Engine 1232 responded. Crews investigated to find an alarm panel malfunction due to a power surge. Once clear all units returned. … [Read more...]

On this Memorial Day, we remember those who have served our country with honor and made the ultimate sacrifice. We also remember the men who served the USRFD that have answered their last call, especially Oscar Greene and Lou Manke. … [Read more...]

Members of the USRFD and the FD Ladies Auxiliary float during this years Memorial Day parade. … [Read more...]

Many thanks to Uniscape Landscaping for cleaning up the Memorial Plaza and planting dozens of flowers in preparation for Memorial Day. … [Read more...]

Congrats to USRFD and MFD Co 2 member Akira Yamaki and his now fiancé Christina on their engagement! Well wishes to you both! … [Read more...]

This morning, members of the USRFD worked posts throughout the town during the Educational Foundation 5k Run. … [Read more...]

At 3:29pm, the USRFD was dispatched to a small mulch fire at a home on Oak Drive. Engine 1232 (OIC. FF C Roberts) responded. Crews used the booster line to quickly extinguish the fire caused by an outdoor electrical outlet that had shorted out. Once clear, all units returned to … [Read more...]

The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for our area. A red flag warning means that critical fire weather conditions are expected due to a combination of strong winds, low humidity, and dry fuels. Any fires that develop may quickly get out of control and become … [Read more...]

Work continued on the USRFD communication room over the past week with sheet rock installed and spackled, followed by crown molding. Tile is being laid in preparation for the custom console that will be built by members next weekend. Stay tuned for more updates. … [Read more...]

Over the past few days, members of the USRFD have been busy expanding the Station 12 Communications Room. The room was enlarged to allow for two operators to man the desk and it will feature a new custom made console, upgraded lighting, radios and computers, and six flat screen … [Read more...]

Save the Date! Sunday May 17 7am-3pm for our annual car show fundraiser! Please share with your Facebook friends to make this event a successful one! … [Read more...]

At 6:32, the USRFD was dispatched to a home on East Saddle River Road for a brush fire. Chief Vierheilig, Asst Chief Rauch, Engine 1232 (FF JJ Levine) and Engine 1231 (FF Hoffman) responded. Crews used the booster line to extinguish the fire. Once clear all units packed up and … [Read more...]

Today, members of the USRFD in conjunction with USRVAC , Allendale FD PD and EMS, Saddle River FD, HHK FD and EMS and Valley MICU conducted a pre-prom mock fatal accident demonstration for the junior and senior students of Northern Highlands HS. USRFD members worked with AFD … [Read more...]

Fire Chief Safety Tip of the Month from Chief Erik Vierheilig This month we feature smoke detector safety tips. With daylight savings time coming tomorrow, the USRFD urges residents to change their smoke detector batteries in their home, as well as change the backup battery in … [Read more...]