City of Hackensack Fire Department

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At approximately 1300 hours on Sunday, June 7th, the Hackensack Fire Department was notified of a 911 call received by B...
06/07/2026

At approximately 1300 hours on Sunday, June 7th, the Hackensack Fire Department was notified of a 911 call received by Bergen County Communications indicating that a female party had entered the 14th floor trash chute of 150 Main Street and had fallen to an unknown location inside the chute. HFD’s Second Platoon under the command of Deputy Chief J. Derevyanik responded and the all hands working assignment was transmitted for a technical rescue, bringing in additional resources to the scene and to the City. Additional assistance was received from the Hackensack Police Department and EMS crews from HUMC.

Initially unable to be located, investigation revealed the party had fallen to the area of the 3rd or 4th floor and was stuck in the chute with backed up trash. Efforts began to extricate the party by utilizing saws to remove panels from the trash chute discharge, while other crews prepared for a possible rope operation or wall breach.

HFD crews were able to continue removing the trash from the chute until the female party was able to be removed feet first, approximately 28 minutes after dispatch. She was placed in the care of EMS. One HFD member was transported to HUMC for an arm injury. Decon was required for all members and equipment involved. Mutual aid companies covered the City while crews operated.

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06/04/2026

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HFD Update: City of Hackensack Fire Department firefighters teamed up with Hackensack Police Department police officers ...
06/04/2026

HFD Update:

City of Hackensack Fire Department firefighters teamed up with Hackensack Police Department police officers and the Hackensack Health Dept. today to participate in the American Heart Association Battle of the Badges Blood Drive today at the Civic Center. The blood drive runs from 2PM to 7PM. Stop by to donate!

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HFD Update:Since Memorial Day, HFD crews have been busy responding to calls both within the City and with our mutual aid...
06/03/2026

HFD Update:

Since Memorial Day, HFD crews have been busy responding to calls both within the City and with our mutual aid partners. Members have been studying and taking Rapid Intervention Crew challenge exams to obtain their New Jersey Division of Fire Safety certifications and utilizing the weekends to conduct boat training on the Hackensack River.

Multiple public education events were attended, including the HPD/HFD Youth Nights and Hackensack High School Drop-In Center Wellness Fair. Reminder that tomorrow is the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive at the Civic Center between 2PM-7PM

First Platoon Rescue 1 responded to Ridgefield Park to assist with an elevator rescue on Challenger Boulevard that required our elevator car restraint system and all involved parties to be secured with harnesses.

Fourth Platoon Ladder 1 responded to a structure fire in Hasbrouck Heights and operated for over an hour to assist.

Our three probationary members completed their in-service training under the guidance of training Captain Oates and were assigned to their new platoon where they will continue to grow and develop their skills.

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05/19/2026

The incident happened on South Lake Drive.

HFD Update: At approximately 2150 hours last night, City of Hackensack Fire Department responded to a report of an MVA o...
05/19/2026

HFD Update:

At approximately 2150 hours last night, City of Hackensack Fire Department responded to a report of an MVA on the Route 80 East that began on the Hackensack River Bridge. Deputy 2 and Second Platoon units responded and found multiple damaged vehicles and one vehicle that went over the barrier and plunged into the Hackensack River underneath. Vehicle was near the Ridgefield Park side of the river and Ridgefield Park Volunteer Fire Department units were on scene. With the tide coming in, crews from multiple agencies went to work, putting rescue boats in the river, drones in the air to scan with thermal imaging, and an aerial ladder over the car to check for any victims still in the vehicle. One party was located by PD nearby. Vehicle was removed from the river by Brookside Towing.

A similar type accident occurred in 2015 when two women were cut off and drove off the bridge into the trees below on the Hackensack side of the river. Like this accident, all parties survived.

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05/16/2026

Thank You, First Zion Church!

Recently, Pastor Daniel Won of First Zion Church of Hackensack stopped by Fire Headquarters to introduce himself and present a generous monetary donation to Hackensack IAFF Locals 2081 and 3172.

Their contribution will directly support the Hackensack Fire Widows and Orphans Fund, helping the families of those who have dedicated their lives to protecting our community.

We extend our sincere gratitude to First Zion Church of Hackensack for their kindness, generosity, and continued community spirit.
Partnerships like these remind us how strong our community truly is when we come together in support of one another.

Thank you for your support!
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City of Hackensack Fire Department

HFD Update: Additional pictures from the generator fire on Thursday. Second Platoon Engine 5 from the Fairmount section ...
05/16/2026

HFD Update:

Additional pictures from the generator fire on Thursday. Second Platoon Engine 5 from the Fairmount section of the City with the quick response and knockdown.

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05/14/2026

HFD Update:

2nd Platoon extinguished a generator fire today on the north end of the City. Fire is extinguished with no injuries.

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HFD Update: HFD crews over the past two days were busy. Besides numerous fire alarms and other emergencies, Fourth Plato...
05/13/2026

HFD Update:

HFD crews over the past two days were busy. Besides numerous fire alarms and other emergencies, Fourth Platoon members handled a small fire on a balcony on Prospect Ave., a motor vehicle extrication on Polifly Rd., and a kitchen fire on Prospect Ave., all within a matter of two hours. First Platoon members this morning quickly extinguished a truck fire on Bridge St., limiting the spread of the fire.

Our three newest probationary members completed fire school and began in-house training, working with the Training Division and on-duty members to go over essential skills. Excellent job to those firefighters for completing the fire academy and obtaining their EMT certifications.

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