Belford Engine Company

07/18/2026

07/15/2026

Station 3 members would like to congratulate one of our own, FF Matthew Domalewski, on graduating from the Monmouth County Fire Academy and successfully completing Firefighter I & II training.

Outstanding work, Matthew! (RayRay)Your dedication and commitment have paid off, and we couldn’t be prouder.

Welcome to the brotherhood. Stay safe, and we wish you a long, successful, and safe career in the fire service!

06/29/2026

We’re helping our friends over at Hazlet Fire Company!

If you can, please support!

03/13/2026

Belford Engine Company Station 3 would like to give a huge thank you to Steve’s Mobile Marine for wrapping our Santa Sled for the season! 🎅🚒

The sled looks amazing and we truly appreciate the support they show to our department and community. If you’re a boat owner and need reliable marine mechanical services, we highly recommend checking them out.

Steve’s Mobile Marine, LLC
Complete Marine Mechanical Services
📞 732-495-7001

Thanks again for helping us get Santa ready for the holidays! 🎄🚤

02/22/2026

****Blizzard Warning****

Severe blizzard conditions are expected later today, with high winds and possible power outages. Station 3 urges everyone to take the following precautions during the snowstorm: Avoid unnecessary travel and stay clear of all downed power lines.

Assume they are live and report them immediately.

Clear all fire hydrants on your property to ensure emergency access. Remove snow from vents around your home to prevent dangerous carbon monoxide buildup.

Please take this storm seriously and check in on neighbors who may need assistance.

Please Stay safe!

02/11/2026

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On 02/10 at 0337 hours, Stations 3 and 7 were dispatched to the Dunes of Shoal Harbor for a reported fire alarm activation with water flooding inside the structure. Engine 375 and Truck 790 responded.

Chief officers arrived on scene and reported water flowing from the front door of the condo. Engine 375 arrived on location and assumed command under Lt. Schinder. The crew from Engine 375 began investigating to locate and shut down the main water supply for a ruptured domestic water pipe.

Truck 790 arrived shortly thereafter under the command of Capt. Dowens and assisted with locating and shutting down the main. After moving several mounds of snow and ice, the water main was located. Lt. Schinder and Lt. Eastmond were able to secure the main and stop the water flow.

The water company and property manager were notified and advised to respond. All units cleared the scene without incident.

02/06/2026

On 02/04 at 0637 hours, Stations 3 and 7 were dispatched to a reported truck fire in a residential area off Tindal Road. Upon arrival, Chief Officers confirmed a working truck fire. Engines 375 and 775 responded to the incident.

Engine 375 arrived on scene and assumed command under Lt. Schinder. Firefighter Declan Chenoweth and Lt. Schinder deployed a 1¾-inch handline and initiated fire suppression. Engine 775 arrived shortly thereafter under the command of Captain Dowens. The crew from Engine 775 established a water supply to Engine 375 and assisted with opening the engine compartment.

The fire was quickly knocked down with no extension to the nearby structure. No injuries were reported.

02/04/2026

Upcoming Training Opportunity!

The Middletown Township Fire Department Training Academy is offering "Building Construction for the Fire Service" class. This is a 12 hour course starting on April 20th, 2026.

Seats are limited, register today to reserve your spot!