West Deptford Fire Department

09/12/2026

Yesterday was a truly special evening for the West Deptford community, and the West Deptford Fire Department with the assistance of our mutual partner Westville Fire Department was honored to be there.

As the West Deptford football team took the field, members of the Fire Department had the privilege of displaying the American flag a powerful symbol of the freedom, courage, and sacrifice that our nation represents.

But last night was about so much more than football.

We gathered to honor the memory of Nick Brandemarti, a West Deptford football player and member of our community who tragically lost his life during the September 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center.

The official retirement of Nick's football jersey was a moment that carried tremendous meaning. A number on a jersey may be retired, but a life, a legacy, and a memory never are.

Nick's name will forever remain a part of West Deptford's history.

We remember the life he lived.
We remember the sacrifice that was made
And we will never forget.

The evening also marked the unveiling of the new name of the West Deptford football field, honoring Coach Clyde Folsom, a legendary West Deptford football head coach whose leadership, dedication, and commitment helped shape generations of young men and left a permanent mark on this community.

09/10/2026

Twenty-five years later, we continue to remember the lives lost and the heroes who answered the call on September 11, 2001.

The West Deptford Fire Department honors the firefighters, police officers, EMS personnel, military members and countless civilians whose lives were forever changed that day. We remember their courage, sacrifice and the families and communities who continue to carry their memory.

We also remember West Deptford resident Nick Brandemarti #44, who tragically lost his life on September 11, 2001. We will never forget and honor his memory and the lasting impact he had on our community.

We will never forget

08/27/2026

🚨 PLEASE READ FULLY!! Fire, Police, and other emergency & utility crews are answering countless calls for service right now!

🚧 Roadway impacts are vast, and growing by the minute. The impacts include flooded roadways or intersections, downed trees, downed wires, and snapped utility poles. Always assume fallen wires are energized! ⚡️

🚧 ⚠️ SR 322 is impassable from SR45 to Tomlin Station Rd. in the Mullica Hill section of Harrison Twp.

📣 If you are home, STAY THERE! If you are out, proceed ahead when safe and with an abundance of caution! Lightening strikes to residential homes have been reported.

⛈️ Severe storm cells are still impacting Gloucester County and the region. Our officials witnessed several minutes of large hail. And as reported yesterday, these storms are capable of producing a tornado. Stay alert!

🌪️ Tornado WATCHES or WARNINGS continue to be monitored with a capable cell moving from the Woodstown - South Harrison Twp. areas tracking towards Harrison Twp. / Glassboro. - 2:10pm

☔️ We are under a FLASH FLOOD WARNING until 5:45pm!! 🚙 Turn Around, Don’t Drown!!

🚦Multiple area power outages have been reported, and many of them are affecting traffic signals!! Always come to a complete stop when signals are not functioning!

☎️ Report emergencies and hazards as need be, and be mindful of our dedicated 9-1-1 dispatchers who are extremely busy!

‼️ Additional significant updates to be added in post or in comments!

08/26/2026

Please see the statement provided by West Deptford Township regarding Amazon Prime Air Drone Delivery.

08/25/2026

Today, the West Deptford Fire Department conducted another round of our Pre-Employment Competency Course for prospective new members looking to join our department.

We believe that providing the highest level of service starts with setting high standards from the very beginning. Our recruitment and selection process is designed to identify individuals who are committed to learning, working as a team, accepting challenges, and dedicating themselves to the fire service.

The men and women of the West Deptford Fire Department take great pride in serving our community, our residents, our businesses, and everyone who lives, works, travels through, or visits West Deptford Township. Every call, every training evolution, and every interaction is an opportunity to provide professional, compassionate, and dependable service.

We are committed to building a department made up of individuals with different backgrounds, experiences, and skills—while maintaining one standard of excellence.

E Pluribus Unum
“Many members, one department.”
“Many skills, one mission.”
“Many individuals united in service.”
“Many disciplines, one standard.”

The work starts before the badge. The commitment starts before the uniform. And the standard starts on day one.

07/30/2026

Earlier today, the West Deptford Fire Department responded to a commercial petroleum delivery facility on S.R. 44 (Crown Point Road) for a reported petroleum spill that impacted the roadway and nearby storm drains.

Upon arrival, West Deptford firefighters quickly initiated mitigation efforts to contain the spill and prevent further environmental impact. With the assistance of the West Deptford Office of Emergency Management (OEM) Drone Unit, responders utilized land, sea, and air resources to assess the extent of the incident and monitor containment operations. The West Deptford Fire Department Marine Unit also deployed to assist in protecting Woodbury Creek, a tributary of the Delaware River, from contamination.

The West Deptford Fire Department worked alongside the Gloucester County Hazardous Materials Response Unit, the U.S. Coast Guard Sector Delaware Bay, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection – Bureau of Emergency Response, and environmental cleanup contractors to coordinate containment and cleanup efforts.

Traffic on Crown Point Road was impacted during the incident, with lane shifts established by NJDOT to allow emergency crews to operate safely.

The West Deptford Fire Department would like to thank all of our partner agencies for their professionalism and teamwork in protecting our community and the environment.

07/18/2026

07/14/2026

Extreme Heat Warnings and Heat Advisories are in effect for our entire area for Wednesday. Highs in the upper 90s to near 100° and maximum heat indices between 100-109° for most of the area, including the NJ Shore and DE Beaches.

Isolated storms possible late north of Philly.

Stay Hydrated. Check on elderly and keep pets out of the heat. Stay safe. W.D.F.D.

07/11/2026

Recently, our members had the incredible honor and opportunity to attend the 33rd Annual Xtreme Industrial Fire & Hazard Training in College Station, Texas.

Recognized as the premier advanced-level training for industrial firefighting professionals, this world-class program provided participants with the opportunity to train alongside the Williams Fire & Hazard Control Emergency Response Team.

Through classroom instruction, hands-on equipment training, and realistic live-fire scenarios, our members gained invaluable knowledge, refined their skills, and learned proven tactics from experts with experience extinguishing more than 300 of the world's largest industrial fires

Training is the foundation of everything we do. Every emergency presents unique challenges, and there is no substitute for being prepared before the call comes.

That's why our members train every day building and reinforcing the skills, confidence, and teamwork needed to respond safely and effectively when our community needs us most.

Opportunities like Xtreme Industrial Fire & Hazard Training allow us to bring back new techniques, share lessons learned, and continually improve our capabilities.
We are proud of our members for their commitment to professional excellence and lifelong learning.

Their dedication to training strengthens not only our department but also the safety of the communities and industries we serve.

A special thank you to Colonial Pipeline Company for sponsoring our members and making this outstanding training opportunity possible.

Your investment in firefighter education and preparedness helps build stronger, safer emergency response capabilities for our communities.

Together, we train today so we're ready tomorrow.