Upper Saddle River Fire Department

06/14/2026

June 14, 2026

06/14/2026

Always looking for new members to join our department. We will train you and keep you engaged to your availability as a volunteer fire fighter at the Upper Saddle River Fire Department. We do more than fires; we do rescue, we do motor vehicle accidents; we do carbon monoxide calls and more…

06/11/2026

🚒 **Every second and every inch matters.**

Parking on both sides of a residential street may not always be illegal, but it can create a serious challenge for emergency vehicles trying to get through.

Fire engines, ambulances, ladder trucks, and other response vehicles are larger than most people realize. When both sides of the road are lined with vehicles, it can slow us down, limit access, or even prevent us from reaching someone who needs help.

Before you park, take a moment to look around:

Can an engine fit through?

Can crews access a hydrant?

Could your vehicle delay help getting to your neighbor, your family, or your home?

A little awareness can make a big difference when the call comes in. Help us help you by leaving room for emergency response vehicles to safely pass.

**Clear streets save time. Saved time saves lives.**

06/09/2026

USRFD Engine 1231 is our oldest apparatus and has required the lowest amount of repairs at the lowest cost to repair. It still pumps 1500 Gallons per minute for the master stream and is complemented with 2 cross lay hose lines and a 300 foot fire fighting line off the rear.

06/08/2026

The final theme of this year's National Electrical Safety Month centers on safe electric vehicle (EV) installations and EV charging safety.

According to multiple reports, over 1 in 5 new vehicles sold globally in 2024 were electric. Some experts predict this share will increase to about 50 percent over the next decade.

It's critical for professionals and consumers alike to understand the hazards and know how to mitigate them.

Learn more: https://nfpa.social/4toShMP

06/07/2026

06/01/2026

Traveling plans for summer? If you are staying in a hotel or motel, take a minute to learn your surroundings in case of an emergency. https://nfpa.social/3YJSfTc

When you arrive:
• Read the escape plan posted in your room.
• Count the number of doors between your room and the nearest exits.
• If exit doors are not alarmed, open them to be sure they are unlocked.

05/28/2026

This evening, members of the Upper Saddle River Fire Department learned about mitigating electric vehicle fires. Hosted by the Ramsey NJ Fire Departmentand BIG TOWS INCMembers had a PowerPoint instruction on the hazards of EVs and later a demonstration on the fire box and Big Tows' tools for emergency response.

Pictured are Tom Cusumano, Peter Iskander, Pat Bertollo, and Erik Seay. Thank you again to our mutual aid partners for this great training opportunity.

05/26/2026

Tackling some spring cleaning or painting this weekend?

Oil-soaked rags can start a fire if not handled safely. As oil-based paints and stains dry, they give off heat. If rags are piled up or put in a closed container, that heat can build up and start a fire.

Stay safe:
• Lay rags flat to dry outside, away from anything that can burn
• Or place them in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid

Download and share this tip sheet: https://nfpa.social/459CkBq