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Watch this incredible video of how fast a Christmas tree fire can start and then fully engulf a room. In less than a minute, a dry tree can create a tragedy. To reduce the risk of fire, practice Christmas tree safety and be sure to water your tree every day and position it away from sources of heat. (0:52) From YouTube (Approved: ... (Full Story)

Four members of the RFD traveled out to the Pierce factory in Appleton Wisconsin to inspect the new engines before delivery to New Jersey. The engines are complete and delivery should take place before the Christmas Holiday.
The engines are exactly alike and will be equipped alike as one will be stationed at HQ and the other at Westside. Respectfully numbered, engine 432 and 433 will replace ... (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)

The new Pierce engines are taking shape on the assembly line at the factory in Wisconsin. The FD is expecting delivery sometime in November. After assembly and painting of the different components, final assembly should be starting very soon.... (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)

The Borough of Ramsey Mayor and Council has approved and ordered two (2) new custom pumpers for the Ramsey Fire Department. Pierce Manufacturing of Appleton, Wisconsin has received the order for two custom pumpers. The purchase is the result of 2 years of research and planning by the truck committee lead by Lt. George Fosdick, and much assistance and support from the Mayor and Council. This is the ... (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)

Squad 451 has returned to service after it was crushed by a tree and telephone pole during Hurricane Sandy. Two firefighters were attempting to secure a scene around several fallen trees during the Hurricane and soon became victim to a large fallen tree along with live wires and a telephone pole. The left front of the truck was crushed, but the firefighters escaped without injuries and continued ... (Full Story & Photos)

On November 24, 2012, a contingent of Ramsey Firefighters and Rescue Squad members went to help the members of Piermont FD clean up their quarters and apparatus after Hurricane Sandy. Since the storm, members of Piermont FD have had almost no time as they continue to answer calls to tend to there own firehouse. A effort spearheded by Sparkill FD brought over 65 firefighters from all over Rockland ... (Full Story & Photos)

As of this writing it seems that Hurricane Sandy will affect our town beginning with rain starting tonight and continue thru Wednesday. Sandy may produce sustained winds of 30 to 50 mph that could last for more than 24 hours and gusts may top 80 mph. Residents and emergency responders should be preparing for widespread power losses possibly for a period greater than 24 hours. Residents should move ... (Full Story & Photos)

We had perfect weather for the golf classic. Just check out these photos.

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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)