The Ramsey FD is asking for your help in clearing hydrants. Recent snowstorms have caused some hydrants to be buried in plowed snow. We are asking if there is a hydrant near your home or business to please clear the snow away from the hydrant. Precious time is lost when arriving firefighters need to locate and then clear the hydrant before use. With your help, this could mean a great deal in the outcome ... (Full Story & Photos)

Ramsey FD members recently took advantage of some warmer weather recently and began the training process on the new engines. Each driver was familiarized with the operation of the pump and other components of the trucks. A special drill was arranged on a warm Monday night to allow all members of the department an opportunity to see the engines in operation. Many hours have been spent on locating and ... (Full Story & Photos)

The two new Pierce engines arrived in Ramsey on 12/13 and are now in the process of being put in service. The members of the Fire Department would like to thank the Town Council for their hard work and support during the process of purchasing these new trucks. These engines will be in service by February 1 and are replacing our 1987 Mack and 1984 E-One, both which served the borough and its residents ... (Full Story & Photos)

On a beautiful fall day on September 30, 2013, Main Street in Ramsey was crowded with residents, family and members of Emergency Services from all around the area to welcome home fallen Staff Sgt. Timothy McGill of the Army National Guard Special Forces unit. Tim was killed in Afghanistan while performing his duties. The procession began promptly at noon and passed down Main Street. The only sounds ... (Full Story & Photos)

Waldwick FD responded to a working house fire at 50 West Prospect Street at approximately 1:30 A.M. on Monday morning Upon arrival, Waldwick Chief Ken Warr called for a second alarm assignment. Fire was on the second floor of a 2-1/2 story wood frame with extension into the attic. On the second alarm, Ramsey FAST was called along with units from Wyckoff, Ho Ho Kus, Saddle River and Allendale. Ramsey ... (Full Story & Photos)

Fallen Staff Seargent Timothy McGill will return to Ramsey on Monday September 30th. The homecoming procession shall take place at noon. The procession will begin at the corner of Franklin Turnpike and Main Street, pass through the center of town and then to the funeral home. A wake will be held at St Paul's Church on Wyckoff Ave. on Wednesday and Thursday from 10:00 A.M. till 7:00 P.M.. The funeral ... (Full Story & Photos)

It is with deep regret that the Ramsey Volunteer Fire Department announces the death of Timothy R. McGill, 30, who was killed in Afghanistan while bravely serving our Country. Tim, a five year member of our department, was killed on Saturday September 21, 2013 when an Afghan, wearing a security forces uniform, turned his weapon on Tim and two other American service members. Our thoughts and prayers ... (Full Story & Photos)

On the evening of September 11, 2013, members of the Ramsey Fire Dept participated in the annual 911 photo shoot at Liberty State Park in Jersey City NY. Since several battle tested rigs are slated to be retired shortly, it seemed only appropriate that their pictures be taken this year. Engine 432 and Tower 441 were specially requested by the photographers as these two CF series Macks are hard to ... (Full Story & Photos)

After 40 years, the Ramsey Fire Department voted to change the color of the apparatus back to the traditional "Firetruck Red" from lime green. In the early 1970's, studies were done in the nation on the most visible color for emergency vehicles to promote safety and recognition. Back then, lime green, which is very bright during the daylight was the most visible color. Using this information and doing ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Wednesday afternoon July 11, the Allendale Fire Dept was dispatched to a reported kitchen fire at 24 West Crescent ave. First due units reported a working fire bringing mutual aid assistance to the scene. Ramsey engiine 432 and Tower Ladder 441 responded with Chief Carl Held (430), Asst Chief Randy Sterbinsky (440), and Capt John Krehel (470) along with a Rescue from Waldwick, FAST from Mahwah ... (Full Story & Photos)

Get out the clubs, the Ramsey Fire Department is sponsoring the 2nd annual RFD Golf Invitational. It will be held on July 21, 2012 at Loch Mor Golf Club in the Catskills. The cost is only $125 per golfer and that includes a full day of meals, golf and beverages as well as transportaion from Ramsey to the course and back. Last years inaugural event had over 80 golfers and featured a $10,000 hole ... (Full Story)

On Monday April 16, 2012 members of the Department spent the evening practicing drafting water from a nearby lake. In anticipation of a potential drought this summer, the department may not be able to rely on the towns water system in the event of a fire. The seldom used practice of drafting water as a primary water supply requires pump operators to to hone their skills as it requires a certain ... (Full Story)

On Monday February 20th, a few members of the Fire Department did a field inspection of the new truck. Things are progressing along. A final inspection of the truck will be done in the next week. The RFD expects delivery soon after that. ... (Full Story & Photos)

The new Utlity Truck (451) has been painted and is now in the process of the mounting of the necessary equipment. The FD expects delivery sometime later this month. A final inspection is planned before delivery so RFD members can go over the truck to ensure all is done properly. Once delivered, FD members will letter it and place and mount equipment for service. The truck will replace a former DPW ... (Full Story & Photos)

Members of the RFD went to Odessey Specialty Vehicles in Wharton, N.J. on Friday afternoon to inspect the new utility truck that was ordered earlier this year. The truck is built on a 2012 Ford F-550 FWD 4-door chassis. The body construction has been completed and the vehicle will be prepared for paint and the installation of lights and other specific equipment. When the vehicle is placed in service ... (Full Story & Photos)