Paterson Fire Department

06/23/2026

From the City of Paterson:

TRAFFIC & STREET CLOSURE ADVISORY FOR
SATURDAY, JUNE 27TH, 2026

Please be advised that the following road closures will be in effect on Saturday, June 27, 2026:
• Dover Street between 20th Avenue and Cedar Street from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

The following streets will be closed from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM:
• Maple Street between Wayne Avenue and Totowa Avenue
• Walnut Street between Wayne Avenue and Maple Street
• Liberty Street between Wayne Avenue and Jasper Street
• Jasper Street between Totowa Avenue and Vista State Park

Residents and visitors are encouraged to plan ahead, seek alternate routes, and expect delays in the surrounding areas.
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SPANISH:
AVISO DE TRÁFICO Y CIERRE DE CALLES PARA EL SÁBADO 27 DE JUNIO DEL 2026

Se informa a los residentes y visitantes que las siguientes cierres de calles estarán en vigor el Sábado 27 de Junio de 2026:
• Dover Street entre 20th Avenue y Cedar Street de 10:00 am a 10:00 pm

Las siguientes calles estarán cerradas de 4:00 pm a 10:00 pm:
• Maple Street entre Wayne Avenue y Totowa Avenue
• Walnut Street entre Wayne Avenue y Maple Street
• Liberty Street entre Wayne Avenue y Jasper Street
• Jasper Street entre Totowa Avenue y Vista State Park

Se recomienda a los residentes y visitantes planificar con anticipación, utilizar rutas alternas y anticipar posibles demoras en las áreas circundantes.

Gracias por su paciencia y cooperación.

06/23/2026

06/20/2026

The Paterson Fire Department is proud to partner with the Paterson Department of Public Works to help keep our city clean and safe.

Our heavy equipment operators are putting our excavator to work alongside DPW crews, clearing debris and cleaning up vacant properties throughout the city. Together, we’re making a difference—one neighborhood at a time.

06/19/2026

Brotherhood Knows No Borders

Yesterday, we had the pleasure of welcoming firefighters from Scotland to Fire Headquarters as they made their way from Boston to Miami for the next FIFA match.

With several members carrying the last name Paterson, making a stop in the City of Paterson was a must!

No matter where we come from, the bond of the fire service is universal. Safe travels, brothers, and enjoy the match!

06/16/2026

HELP KEEP PATERSON SAFE

Safety starts with all of us.

✅ Test your smoke detectors monthly
✅ Use only UL approved chargers for e-bikes and scooters
✅ Never leave batteries charging unattended
✅ Report fires and emergencies by calling 911
✅ Leave fireworks to the professionals

Together, we can make Paterson safer for everyone.

📲 Scan the QR code to learn more about e-bike and battery safety.

06/08/2026

**2nd alarm structure fire**

Saturday, around 4 pm, 3rd battalion units tour 3 were sent to 80 coral street on a reported fire. Units arrived on scene to find fire in the rear porch extending upwards and into the cockloft. Temperatures outside were in the 90s adding a challenge to the firefight. A 2nd alarm was struck to eventually bring the incident under control.



Photo credit: Passaic County rehab, who graciously responded to assist with hydrating and cooling our members

06/04/2026

Please join the Paterson Fire Department as we gather to honor the memory of the 37 firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our city.

Our Annual Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at 9:00 AM at Fire Headquarters, 300 McBride Avenue, Paterson, NJ. All Fire Personnel are requested to wear their Class A Uniforms.

This solemn ceremony is an opportunity for firefighters, family members, friends, and community members to come together in remembrance of those who gave their lives protecting the citizens of Paterson. Their courage, dedication, and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

We invite everyone to stand with us as we honor their legacy.

Light refreshments will follow the service.

05/25/2026

Today, the Paterson Fire Department honors and remembers the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

Their courage, dedication, and selflessness will never be forgotten. As we gather with family and friends this Memorial Day, we pause to reflect on the freedoms secured by those who gave everything.

05/24/2026

**Mutual Aid Rescue Assignment**

Shortly after shift change, Tour 2 Rescue 1 (operated by squad 6), Rescue 2, EMS 6, and Car 6 were requested to Route 80 West in Elmwood Park for an MVA with entrapment.

A fully loaded tractor trailer rolled over onto a passenger vehicle with heavy entrapment. Paterson Rescue units operated hand in hand with and other various mutual aid companies to extricate the trapped occupant. A heavy duty tow crane was requested to lift the trailer while crews utilized teamwork to crib and stabilize the lift with box cribbing and air bags. Once enough space was made, crews began cutting and spreading to tunnel to the driver.

Excellent teamwork by all units and agencies involved to ensure a positive outcome for the patient.

05/24/2026