Parsippany District 5 Fire Department

05/22/2026

🔥District 5 Responds to Brush Fire on Rt280 on 5-16-2026🔥

In the early afternoon of Saturday May 17, 2026, members were dispatched to Route 280 for a reported brush fire. On arrival, Deputy 5 found a working brush fire that was actively spreading. Chief 5 arrived and requested an engine from the East Hanover Fire Department and Parsippany Troy-Hills Fire District 6 to assist. Engine 56 arrived and made a quick knock of the bulk of the fire. Due to the drier conditions in that section, crews remained on scene for a longer period of time to ensure all surrounding areas were wet down as a precaution.

Chief 5, Deputy 5, Ladder 5, Engine 54, Engine 56, and Utility 5 operated for just under one hour before returning to service.

05/19/2026

🔥District 5 Backs District 4 on a Shed Fire Close to the House 5-10-2026🔥

In the morning of Sunday May 10, 2026, members of Parsippany District 5 were dispatched to back District 4 with a shed fire that was close to a house. On arrival, Chief 4 found a fully involved shed in the backyard of the residence. The crew of Engine 41 arrived and stretched an attack line to the rear of the property to start fire attack. The crew of Engine 56 established a water supply and fed Engine 41 while the crew of Engine 54 assisted with checking for extension to the residence. The crews of Engine 56 and Squad 5 assisted with overhaul while the crew of Ladder 5 went to the block behind to ensure no damage to the home behind the shed.

🚒Chief 5, Deputy 5, Ladder 5, Engine 54, Engine 56, and Squad 5 operated for just under one hour before being released by command.

05/17/2026

🔥District 5 Responds to Mutual Aid House Fire in District 4🔥

In the afternoon of Wednesday May 6, 2026, members of the Parsippany District 5 Fire Department were requested to back Lake Hiawatha District 4 on a residential structure fire. On arrival, Chief 5 confirmed a working house fire from a 1 story Type 5 structure. Within 5 minutes of being dispatched, Ladder 5 arrived and pulled an attack line, while another crew started to perform a search. Engine 41 arrived right behind Ladder 5 and assisted with stretching a line and searches. Ladder 5 was able to obtain it's own water supply, and Engine 54 brought a secondary water supply in from down the street as a precaution. Crews worked to open up the roof, as well as perform secondary searches which proved negative.

Chief 5, Ladder 5, Engine 54, Engine 56, and Utility 5 operated for just under 2 hours before returning to service. In addition to Districts 4 & 5 on scene, the Boonton Fire Department RIC, Parsippany's Rockaway Neck Volunteer First Aid Squad, Par-Troy EMS, and Parsippany Police Department. Providing station coverage was the Rainbow Lakes Volunteer Fire Company and Pine Brook Volunteer Fire Department.

05/10/2026

🚒District 5 Responds to Belleville Moving 1,000,000 Gallons of Water with the Morris County Tanker Task Force 5-3-2026🚒

🔥In the evening of Sunday May 3, 2026, the Parsippany District 5 Fire Department was requested to stage with the Morris County Tanker Task Force for a deployment into Belleville for the multi alarm fire. District 5 responded with an Engine from the Boonton Fire Department, tankers from Boonton Twp, Green Pond, Mount Arlington, Picatinny, and Morris County Mutual Aid Coordinators 1 and 22. Crews assembled at Station 1 on Old Bloomfield Ave before department to Bellville.

🧯Once in Belleville, members of Engine 56 operated at the dump site, managing up to 4 pools that were then pumped to Newark Engine 9. Newark Engine 9 at the height was then feeding 3 aerials in an effort to try and contain the blaze. Due to the volume of water needed to fight the fire, additional tankers were called in from Ralson, Budd Lake, (Passic County) West Milford, Wanaque, Ringwood, (Middlesex / Monmouth Counties) Middlesex County Academy, Plainsboro (tanker and engine), Halmetta, Jamesburg, Morganville, Glendale, and (Somerset County) Griggstown.

💧In total, crews moved approximately 1,000,000 gallons of water to assist in the fire suppression efforts through the night. The crews of Engine 56 operated as part of the incident for over 14 hours, with 11 hours being on scene. Crews started to break down at 5:00am on Monday May 4, 2026, and cleared the scene just after 6:00am returning to the firehouse and spending another 2 hours repacking hose on Engine 56 for it to return to service.

👨🏻‍🚒Are you interested in joining our team? Send us a message here or visit us at https://pfd5.com/join-us/ and fill out an online application!

04/29/2026

We may be different Districts in town, but we’re still one family. Anthony was involved in a serious accident yesterday and needs anyone’s help. If you’re able to, please try to help. Even if you can’t donate, please help share spread the word!

Support a Parsippany Sanitation Worker After a Serious On-the-Job Accid… Michael Smith needs your support for Help Anthony Heal: Parsippany Sanitation Worker

04/26/2026

🔥District 5 Responds to Residential Structure Fire 4/18/2026🔥

At approximately 2326 hours on Saturday April 18, 2026, members of the Parsippany District 5 Fire Department were dispatched for a reported residential structure fire. Due to the nature of the incident, District 5 was assisted by the Lake Hiawatha District 4, Parsippany Troy-Hills Fire District 6, Boonton Fire Department RIC Team, Parsippany's Rockaway Neck Volunteer First Aid Squad, Parsippany Volunteer Ambulance Squad, and Parsippany Police Department.

On arrival, Engine 56 found a well involved 1 story two family house with heavy fire from the "A" side. In addition, crews were met with a live powerline down across the roadway, creating an additional hazard for members on scene. Engine 56 utilized the deck gun to knock down a large portion of fire down while the crew began a search for a possible missing occupant (that was later confirmed to be accounted for). Ladder 5 arrived and stretched an attack line to the "C" side to make a push into the house while assisting Engine 56 establish a water supply. Engine 54 arrived shortly after, bringing in a secondary water supply, and stretched another attack line. Additional crews arrived and assisted with fire suppression, search, ventilation, and overhaul.

1 resident was transported for smoke inhalation. The Red Cross was brought in to assist the occupants with temporary shelter and basic necessities.

Chief 5, Deputy 5, Ladder 5, Engine 54, Engine 56, and Utility 5 operated for just under 4 hours before returning to service. Thank you to the Whippany Fire Department and Pine Brook Volunteer Fire Department for providing station coverage while our units operated. Another thank you to the Parsippany Rescue and Recovery Unit for assisting with filling SCBAs and boarding up the structure.

Please note at the time of this posting, the incident remains under investigation and no further comments will be made regarding it. Any inquiries can be made to the Parsippany Police Department.

04/11/2026

**Update: Roadway reopened!**

South Beverwyck Road is currently closed between Linda and Route 80 for a downed power line. Parsippany Police are setting up detours. Please avoid the area if possible.

03/16/2026

⚠️ Tornado Watch and Wind Advisory Issued for Our Area⚠️

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch until 7:00pm and a Wind Advisory until tomorrow at 2:00am.

🌪️Possible tornado may form during this time
🏠 Should a tornado warning be issued, seek shelter immediately
💨Wind gusts exceeding 50mph are possible.
🌲🔌Possibility of downed trees and power lines exist

Should you encounter a downed power line, DO NOT approach it. Contact the Parsippany Police Department so the appropriate resources can be dispatched.

03/14/2026

We’re a half hour away from opening the doors to the return of our annual Corned Beef and Cabbage fundraiser! Members have been cooking and setting up since 5:00am this morning!

We can’t wait to see everyone today! Parking is available next door at 232 South Beverwyck Road, the church parking lot.

03/07/2026

☘️Annual Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner Returns!☘️

Join us next Saturday, March 14, 2026 at our South Beverwyck Road firehouse between 11:00am-7:00pm for the return of our Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner Fundraiser! We've been getting so many inquiries and we listened! What a ticket gets you for the fundraiser:

🍽️ Plate of corned beef, cabbage, potatoes & carrots
🥤 1 soft drink included
🍪 Bread & Dessert

🍺 In addition to the dinner tickets, a cash bar will be available with a menu that will be posted within this coming week.

🎟️ Beginning early next week, members will also start selling 50/50 tickets for $5 a ticket. If you're interested in a 50/50 ticket, please reach out to a member. Any tickets that are left will be sold on site before the drawing.

We know the notice is short, but we wanted to ensure that we had everything in order to give you the best experience. We look forward to seeing everyone on March 14, 2026 at our South Beverwyck Road firehouse! Make sure you keep an eye out so you get any updates that get posted next week!