Fire Department Appointments
The Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners along with Fire Chief Jonathan Yahr, is pleased to announce the appointment of volunteer firefighters Alan Perez Vilchiz, and Michael J. D’Elia 3rd. These appointments were confirmed at the Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners’ meeting held on Monday, April 7th, 2025, where they were sworn in with honor and […]
Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners Issues Proclamation Honoring Asbury Park Fire Department
At a recent meeting held on March 10, 2025, the Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners issued a formal proclamation recognizing and expressing gratitude to the City of Asbury Park, NJ Fire Department for their invaluable support. The proclamation acknowledges the Asbury Park Fire Department’s commitment and dedication in providing coverage for the Lakewood Fire Department […]
Lakewood Firefighters Recognized for Life-Saving Rescue at Assisted Living Facility
The Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners along with Fire Chief Jonathan Yahr and the Lakewood Fire Department is proud to recognize the heroic actions of its firefighters following a life-saving rescue at an assisted living facility on March 16, 2025. At approximately 20:14 hours on March 16, 2025, Lakewood Fire Department’s Engine 5 and Ladder […]
Change Your Clocks, Change Your Batteries
As the community prepares to spring forward for Daylight Saving Time on March 8th, The Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners along with Fire Chief Jonathan T. Yahr, Fire Prevention Specialist Sima Clapman and the members of the Lakewood Fire Department are encouraging residents to prioritize their safety by changing the batteries in smoke detectors and […]
Fire Department Appointments and Promotions
The Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners along with Fire Chief Jonathan T. Yahr, proudly announced the appointment of nine new full-time paid firefighters and the promotion of four firefighters to lieutenant during a historic reorganization event for Engine Company No. 1 on Thursday, January 23rd, 2025. This significant milestone marks the transition of Engine Company […]
Fire Department Announces Passing of Firefighter Qua’dry W. Lyons
It is with deep sadness that the Lakewood Fire Department announces the untimely passing of one of our own, Firefighter Qua’dry W. Lyons on January 14, 2025. Firefighter Qua’dry Lyons joined our department as a Volunteer Firefighter in June of 2023 and was hired as a full-time career Firefighter in July of 2024 and […]
Lakewood Fire Department Establishes New Rescue Company
The Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners along with Fire Chief Jonathan Yahr are proud to announce the creation of a new Rescue Company designed to enhance the Fire Department’s emergency response capabilities and provide specialized rescue services to the community. This highly trained and dedicated unit will address some of the most challenging and complex […]
Airplane Crash At Lakewood Airport
The Lakewood Fire Department responded to an airplane crash that occurred just off the runway at Lakewood Airport earlier today. Emergency services were dispatched at approximately 3:54 PM and Fire units arrived in under 5 minutes. Upon arrival Units found 3 Souls were on board 2 were uninjured and 1 was transported to Jersey Shore […]
Lag Ba’Omer Safety & Permit Information
With Lag Ba’Omer just around the corner, the Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners in conjunction with Fire Chief Jonathan Yahr, Fire Department Chaplain Rabbi Moshe Rotberg, members of the Lakewood Fire Department and the Office of the Ocean County Fire Marshal offer the following safety tips and Bon Fire permit information. Bonfire Permit: Anyone planning […]
Chametz Burning Sites & Fire Safety
With the Pesach Holiday season upon us the Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners in conjunction with Fire Chief Jonathan Yahr, Fire Department Chaplain Rabbi Moshe Rotberg, members of the Lakewood Fire Department and the Office of the Ocean County Fire Marshall remind the community to be mindful of the following hazards to ensure a safe […]