MAYOR DEIRDRE DILLON
COVID-19 COMMUNITY INFORMATION MESSAGE MARCH 14, 2020

Hello.

This is Mayor Deirdre Dillon. I want to update you on the evolving COVID-19 situation. There are no reported cases of COVID-19 in Ramsey at this time. Per directives from the State of New Jersey and Bergen County, we are closing certain borough facilities. The Ramsey Library is closed to the public. The Farmers ... (Full Story)

The Ramsey FD was dispatched a little before 5 AM on Christmas Day to assist the Mahwah FD at a structure fire. First due units from Mahwah were met by a well involved fire at the ArZee building supply company at the corner of Franklin Turnpike and Fox Lane. Immediate requests went out to neighboring towns to assist. The fire grew to 5 alarms bringing units from Bergen and Passaic counties, including ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Ramsey Fire Department will be hosting a dedication and wetdown celebration for the new Rosenbauer 88' Mid Mount Platform and the KME 1000 GPM Mini Pumper on Saturday, June 22, 2019, starting at 4:00 P.M. till 8:00 P.M. at Ramsey Fire Headquarters on Island Ave. across from the High School. All are invited!! There will be food, beverages, shirts and music. Please help us celebrate these two new ... (Full Story)

Act fast when the CO detector sounds its alarm. Most of the time it’s NOT malfunctioning– it’s trying to save your life! Feeling sick - think you may have CO poisoning? Call 911... (Full Story)

The coin was made to remember on of the most famous and well used Tower Ladders in Bergen County.

The truck is still in service and has been to three working structure fires before finally being retired.

Please open the attachment on how to obtain your very own commemorative coin.... (Full Story)

If you are able please try and clear your nearest fire hydrant if possible.

This will make it easier if needed. Thank you for your cooperation.

Be safe.... (Full Story & Photos)

The new Tower 441 is finally near completion after a nearly 5 year process. Currently the truck is undergoing the final stages of preparation before delivery, which will take place later this month. Once it's delivered, the members will be busy with training and equipment installation before placing it in service. A wet down will be planned for next spring as we wait for delivery of a new Mini Pumper ... (Full Story)

The new tower continues to make progress on the line. Completion date is slated for the last week of July. A final inspection trip will be the week of August 6. The truck will then be delivered to the dealer for final touches.... (Full Story)

The new Tower is making progress at the Rosenbauer factory in Minnesota. Compartmentation is in progress as well as the installation of wiring and lighting. ... (Full Story)

The Ramsey Fire Dept and PD have been awarded Grants toward the purchase of new equipment. The award ceremony will take place on Thursday, June 28, 2018 at 2:30 PM at the Firehouse Subs store on Rt. 17 south in Mahwah.... (Full Story)

KME has received the chassis from Ford into their Pa. facilities to begin the process of building the mini pumper. The FWD F550 is powered by a Power Stroke diesel engine and automatic Transmission. When completed, the truck will be outfitted with a 1000 GPM Darley pump and 250 gallon water tank. The body shall have the same look as the squad with everything fully enclosed including the pump panel. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Members of the RFD traveled out to Wyoming, Minnesota last week to inspect the progress of the new tower at the Rosenbauer factory. The vehicle was thoroughly gone over to be sure specifications were met before the body is manufactured and mounted. A meeting was held with factory personnel to be sure that all expectations were met during the final phase of construction. It is expected that a final ... (Full Story & Photos)

Pictures of Chief Lou Warnet receiving donation from Bears Cove Townhouse Association at recent Council meeting.... (Full Story & Photos)

We have a great Public Education program that is available to come to your organization and talk about fire safety. If you are interested

in having us, please email us Pubed@ramseyfd.com. ... (Full Story)

The Ramsey Fire Department is pleased to announce the return of the TOT FINDER program. Some may remember the old bright orange & silver TOT FINDERS that used to be and still may be to be on the outside of the windows of your homes. The return of the TOT FINDERS brings us a new look and a safer application. Due to a changing society and the security concerns of our children so as not to alert undesirables ... (Full Story & Photos)