The members and officers of the USRFD wish to thank all of our veterans! … [Read more...]
Junior Firefighters Needed!
The USRFD is seeking Junior Firefighters!! The USRFD Junior Firefighter Program is for teens between the ages of 16 and 18 residing in the Boro of Upper Saddle River. As these members reach 18 years old, they become eligible for Active Membership. Our goal is to give them a … [Read more...]
Slow Down! Move Over! Its the Law!
This happens all too often. Please be sure to yield to emergency vehicles responding to an emergency. And don't forget to slow down and move over when emergency vehicles are stopped on the highway. Help to keep us alive! … [Read more...]
Tot Finder Q&A
Over the past few weeks, we have been asked by several residents: Should I use a "Tot Finder" sticker in the window of my child’s room? This is a great question and one that often brings about controversy when answered. We at Upper Saddle River Fire Department prefer to teach a … [Read more...]
USRFD Responds to Car Fire
At 12:03pm, the USRFD was dispatched to a reported car fire on East Saddle River Road. Asst Chief Vierheilig (IC), Engine 1232 (OIC FF Brigham), Engine 1231 (OIC Lt Lupinacci), and Chief Vogelsang responded. The fire in the engine compartment, knocked down by USR Police, … [Read more...]
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USRFD Fire Safety Tip of the Week
USRFD Fire Safety Tip of the Week: With the cold weather approaching our area in the next few weeks, here are some important heating safety tips. • Heating equipment is a leading cause of home fire deaths. Almost half of home heating equipment fires are reported during the … [Read more...]
Flashback – 6/6/11 Walnut Drive Vehicle Fire
USRFD responded to this vehicle fire on June 6th, 2011. Crews made a quick knockdown. … [Read more...]
USRFD Responds Mutual Aid to Franklin Lakes
USRFD Tanker 1233 is responding mutual aid to Franklin Lakes for a structure fire at Indian Trail Club. … [Read more...]
USRFD Responds Mutual Aid to Mahwah for Structure Fire
USRFD Engine 1231 and Asst Chief Vierheilig currently standing by in Mahwah for a structure fire in their borough. … [Read more...]
USRFD Fire Safety Tip of the Week
USRFD Fire Safety Tip of the Week: Not only is this Sunday the day to set your clocks back an hour but it is also time to change your smoke detector batteries. Did you know that most fire deaths are due to no smoke detectors in the house, or no working smoke detectors in the … [Read more...]
USRFD Remembers Superstorm Sandy
Two years ago, Superstorm Sandy hit our area. The USRFD came together to assist the residents of USR during and after the storm. The professional volunteer firefighters of USR ran a total of well over 100 calls for service over a three day stand by period. Away from their … [Read more...]
USRFD Responds Mutual Aid to Ramsey
USRFD Engine 1231 (OIC Lt Lupinacci) are currently standing by in Ramsey while crews operate at a commercial building fire on Route 17. … [Read more...]
USRFD Responds to Motor Vehicle Collision
This morning, the USRFD was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident on Arrowhead Drive. Asst Chief Vierheilig (IC) arrived on scene to find a two car collision with both a fuel and oil spill on the roadway. Rescue 1242 (OIC FF C Roberts) and Engine 1232 (OIC Capt Sklar) arrived … [Read more...]
FD Responds To Carbon Monoxide Alarm
This evening, the USRFD was dispatched to a cabin monoxide alarm activation at a residence on Rowan Tree Drive. Asst Chief Vierheilig (IC) and Engine 1232 (OIC Lt Lupinacci) responded. The home was checked with two meters to find zero reading throughout. The homeowner was advised … [Read more...]
