Fire Prevention Week: October 8-14, 2023
The Lakewood Fire Department is hosting Fire Prevention Day on Sunday, October 15, 2023, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This event will be held at Red Square which is in downtown Lakewood at 3rd Street and Clifton Avenue.
Dangers of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Fires caused by lithium-ion batteries have increased dramatically in Lakewood. These rechargeable batteries are found in electric bikes and scooters, cars, laptops, tablets, phones, and common household devices.
Family BBQ a Success
Thank you to everyone who attended our family barbecue!
Lakewood Fire Department Volunteer Recruitment and Open House
The event will take place on Sunday, July 30th, 2023, from 3pm to 6pm at the Firehouse located at 1350 Lanes Mill Road.
Fire Department Appointments
The Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners along with Fire Chief Jonathan Yahr, is pleased to announce the appointments of volunteer firefighter Benjamin Carlin and volunteer support service member Meir Grossberger.
Expansion of Fire Department Career Division
Over the next two (2) fiscal years, the Fire District will be hiring twenty (20) additional career firefighters, reinforcing its commitment to enhancing public safety within the community.
Fire Department Appointments
The Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners along with Fire Chief Jonathan Yahr, is pleased to announce the appointment of volunteer firefighter Quadry Lyons.
Fire Department Appointments
The Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners along with Fire Chief Jonathan Yahr, is pleased to announce the appointment of volunteer firefighters Michael Muratore and Louis Nazzaro. In addition, we are proud to announce the administering of the Oath of Office to Career Firefighter Brian R. Ruffus.
RIP Lynn Swoveland
Lynn ascended to the rank of Captain for Rescue Co #2, Lakewood,NJ Fire Department.
Structural Fire in Borough of Lakehurst
Engines 1 and 6 led by Chief 1 were in Lakehurst from 10:45 until 2:30am.
