Lakewood Fire Department Deploys RAC Unit to Support State Forest Fire Response in Jackson Wildfire
The Lakewood Fire Department is actively assisting in the response to the Jackson wildfire, a major forest fire impacting the Jackson area. In collaboration with regional fire services, the Lakewood Fire Department has deployed its RAC (Rehab and Care) Unit, operated by Lakewood EMS, to provide critical support to firefighters on the front lines. The […]
Change Your Clocks, Change Your Batteries
As the community prepares for Daylight Saving Time on November 3rd, 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 is encouraging residents to prioritize their safety by changing the batteries in smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms […]
FIRE DEPARTMENT ACHIEVES IMPROVED ISO RATING
The Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners along with Fire Chief Jonathan Yahr are proud to announce that effective November 1, 2024, the Lakewood Fire District will achieve a significant improvement in its Insurance Services Office (ISO) Public Protection Classification (PPC) rating, moving from a rating of a Class 5 to a Class 3 rating (Class […]
Sukkot Fire Safety
The Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners in conjunction with Fire Chief Jonathan Yahr, Fire Prevention Specialist Sima Clapman, Fire Department Chaplain Rabbi Moshe Rotberg and the members of the Lakewood Fire Department remind the community to be mindful of the following hazards to ensure a fire safe Sukkot. Heater Safety – Use Approved Heaters: Always […]
Fire Prevention Week
Lakewood, NJ – The following information is provided by the Board of Fire Commissioners of Lakewood Fire District No. 1, in conjunction with Fire Chief Jonathan Yahr, Fire Prevention Specialist Sima Clapman, and the members of the Lakewood Fire Department. In conjunction with Fire Prevention Week, The Lakewood Fire Department is hosting Fire Prevention Day […]
Home Fire Campaign
Lakewood, NJ — On Sunday, September 22, 2024, volunteers from the American Red Cross, the Lakewood Fire Department, and the Lakewood Police Department joined forces in the Pine Acres neighborhood to enhance community safety through fire education and prevention. This collaborative effort saw volunteers going door-to-door, teaching residents about fire safety and installing free smoke […]
Fire Department Welcomes Eight New Full-Time Career Firefighters
The Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners along with Fire Chief Jonathan T. Yahr proudly announces the hiring of eight new full-time firefighters. The new firefighters were officially sworn in at a ceremony held on Monday, July 8th at Fire Headquarters. This momentous occasion marks the beginning of a new paid fire company for the district, […]
Lakewood Fire Department Conducts High Rise Operations Training at Local Construction Site
The Lakewood Fire Department successfully conducted a high-rise operations training session on June 18, 2024, at a building currently under construction at 1600 Avenue of the States, in Lakewood. This exercise provided an invaluable opportunity for our firefighters to hone their skills in standpipe system operations, ensuring that they are well-prepared for high-rise emergencies. The […]
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 […]
