Garfield Fire Company #5

06/07/2026

This morning, Engine 5 attended an LDH (large diameter hose) drill in coordination with the Bergen County Fire Coordinators and 6 additional towns. Members trained on a large scale drafting water relay that extended over a mile long. Our younger members used the drill as a valuable lesson in hose placement, management, and packing.

04/25/2026

Last night, Company 5 had the privilege of hosting a celebration for Honorary Chief Edward Kovach in recognition of his completion of 50 years of active service in the Garfield Volunteer Fire Department. Eddie has served many roles in the company, but most importantly Eddie has acted as a role model, mentor, and leader to many generations of company members. Eddie was honored by the Garfield Fire Companies as well as City, County, State and Federal officials. Thank you Eddie for the selfless dedication you have shown to the City for the past 50 years!

03/04/2026

The members of Company 5 would like to give a big shout out and thank you to Pastrami Grill Bistro for donating food for our monthly meeting this month! Corn beef to keep in company tradition for the March meeting! Thank you for your continued support of the Garfield Fire Department!

02/25/2026

Company 5 crew after the Garfield Fire Department made quick work of a basement fire this morning! Great job by all on a big stop!

02/12/2026

Tickets available! Contact any member of our socials if interested!

❤️‍🔥 Honoring 50 Years of Service & Sacrifice ❤️‍🔥

For 50 years, Firefighter Edward Kovach has answered the call — serving the City of Garfield with courage, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to protecting others. His service has left a lasting mark on our department, our city, and everyone who has had the honor to serve alongside him.

The Garfield Volunteer Fire Company No. 5 is proud to invite you to join us as we celebrate this incredible milestone.

🎉 50th Anniversary Celebration Dinner
📅 Friday, April 24, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 The Venetian
🎟️ $125 per ticket

Please join us in honoring a firefighter whose lifetime of service truly embodies the spirit of volunteerism and community.

🎫 For tickets, contact any member of Company 5.

02/05/2026

❤️‍🔥 Honoring 50 Years of Service & Sacrifice ❤️‍🔥

For 50 years, Firefighter Edward Kovach has answered the call — serving the City of Garfield with courage, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to protecting others. His service has left a lasting mark on our department, our city, and everyone who has had the honor to serve alongside him.

The Garfield Volunteer Fire Company No. 5 is proud to invite you to join us as we celebrate this incredible milestone.

🎉 50th Anniversary Celebration Dinner
📅 Friday, April 24, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 The Venetian
🎟️ $125 per ticket

Please join us in honoring a firefighter whose lifetime of service truly embodies the spirit of volunteerism and community.

🎫 For tickets, contact any member of Company 5.

01/31/2026

Looking back at 7 years ago… Engine 5 was requested mutual aid into Elmwood Park to operate at the infamous Marcel Paper Factory fire. Crews operated over night and assisted in water relay and drafting operations from the Passaic River. Engine 5 responded back later in the week for a fire watch detail with other mutual aid partners.

01/31/2026

Early this morning, shortly after midnight, the Garfield Fire Department was alerted to a possible structure fire on Hartman Ave. Several responding Chiefs arrived on scene and confirmed a working fire in a residential structure. Members were met with heavy fire conditions in the second and third floors. Members also had to battle the elements with temperatures near zero degrees. Thankfully all residents evacuated the structure safely before FD arrival. A second alarm was struck during the incident as well as additional mutual aid companies being requested to the scene. Companies remained on scene hitting deep seated pockets of fire until 9am. The cause of the fire is still under investigation by the Garfield Bureau of Fire Prevention. Thank you to all our mutual aid partners who assisted on scene and provided station coverage during the incident.

01/25/2026

The members of Company 5 have been manning the firehouse all day to ensure a safe and quick response in case of emergencies during the storm. While members do not normally man the firehouse around the clock, due to the extreme risk of driving in these conditions, they are. Take this as a plea to stay off the roads and let the DPW work to keep the roads as clear as possible! Stay warm, stay safe! Garfield FD is here for you in case of any emergency!

01/06/2026

🚨 VOLUNTEERS WANTED! 🚨
Garfield Volunteer Fire Company 5 is looking for dedicated community members to join our team!

👩‍🚒 Junior Firefighters: Ages 16–18
👨‍🚒 Regular Members: 18+

✅ Training provided
✅ Stipend / LOSAP programs available
✅ No experience necessary
✅ Make a real difference in your community

🕖 Stop by any Tuesday night after 7:00 PM
📣 Or contact any member to learn more

If you’re ready to serve, learn new skills, and help protect Garfield, this is your chance.
Step up. Get involved. Protect your community.

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