Welcome to Highlands Fire Department
The Highlands Fire Department is an all Volunteer Organization that proudly protects an estimated 5,000 people living in an area of one square mile. Located in Highlands, NJ we operate out of one station that protects a primarily residential area. The department consists of 50 members, but is always looking to grow. The department was founded in 1900 and is composed of two companies Columbia Hose Company No. 1 & Star Hook and Ladder Company No. 2. We answer structure, brush, car and boat fire calls along with motor vehicle extrication.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Passaic FD this morning on the loss of a member who passed away from complications of COVID 19.
Serving Our communities is not without risk and sometimes the price for that service is terrible. The lord holds a place for those who in their chosen profession depart life as they serve.
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**Important Message**
If you are quarantined (mandatory or self imposed) in your home or business due to possible or confirmed COVID-19 exposure, PLEASE notify 911 when you call and advise the dispatcher. If you have a fever, cough, or any flu-like symptoms, PLEASE let the dispatcher know as well.
We also ask that you place a sign/note on your front door to alert our firefighters, EMTs, and law enforcement officers to take infection-prevention precautions before entering your home or business. We need to protect our crews so that they will be able to continue to meet the emergency needs of the community.
Elsewhere, there have been entire fire companies quarantined after they have responded to quarantined homes and were not alerted before entering. Those first responders are now unavailable to help anyone for at least 14 days.
In our department we CANNOT afford to have this happen and being VOLUNTEER we do not want to have to take it home to our families.
Thank you for understanding!
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Thank you all so much for your service .. Stay safe
Stay safe
The Chief's and Officers of the Highlands FD regretfully announce the passing of Pam Branin, Wife of Ex-Chief Gary Branin and Mother of Ex-Chief Kevin Branin and FF Joseph Branin. Pam was a long time member of the Highlands FD Ladies Auxiliary and supporter of the Highlands FD.
My heartfelt condolences to the Branin family. A lovely lady, a legendary woman and she made the best Irish Soda Bread that I ever did taste! She will truly be missed. 💔💔 Praying for you all during this difficult time 🙏🙏
🙏🏼 sending our condolences and prayers for all during this difficult time. May she rest easy in GOD’s arms.
So sorry to hear this. My heartfelt condolences to her entire family that she so devoted to.
My condolences to the Branin family along with the Highlands Fire Department Family for your loss, thoughts and prayers to you all.
So sorry to hear the passing of Pam. May she rest in peace. My prayers go out for Gary and the Branin family.🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
RIP 🙏✝️ Prayers
So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Pam’s family. She was a wonderful person.❤️
My condolences to you all she was such a good woman you all are such a good family
Very sorry to hear , Pam was a very nice lady. Rip 🙏
Rip to a great woman....
Very sad news. Rest in peace, Pam.
Rest in peace
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So sorry for your loss
R.I.P. Pam
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Wow so sorry for your loss. Your all in my thoughts.
Congratulations to Chief Burton and the newly elected Officers of 2020.
1st Assistant Chief: William Kane
2nd Assistant Chief: Rudy Trivett Jr.
Senior Captain: Ray Vargas
Junior Captain: William Caizza
Senior Lieutenant: Charlie Wells
Junior Lieutenant: Rudy Trivett Sr.
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Congratulations Brian!
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Christine Hewitt this is where you’ll find the picture you might like!
Join us Friday night.
Tickets are available at door or may be purchased in advance at HPD. Please contact 732-872-1163 ext 229 for more information.
We’re all set for the 25th Annual Clam Fest, come on down and support your local First Responder! We have a land lovers menu and a great 50/50!
Timeline PhotosSomething I’ve been doing since I was a kid. I passed on to my kids. Close door at night. This was from UL Fire Dynamics at FDNY Fire Academy. Look at the bedroom and look at hallway and door.
I also made sure I had the new 10 year sealed battery smoke/carbon monoxide detectors on each side of all my bedroom doors where there wasn't a hardwired detector. The wired system required by NJ Code didn't provide detectors in every room and all hallways. I had a 2 story sunroom with an inside Lithium Ion Battery Powered Elevator added to the house: No detectors were required on either floor or in the elevator shaft by the NJ Code. Our former Building Inspector told me it was "overkill" to add them but I did it anyway. I think the code is severely insufficient, add more detectors to protect your family and yourself. The Building Inspector doesn't live in your house, you do. www.nj.com/south/2019/02/renting-or-selling-your-home-nj-has-a-new-smoke-detector-rule-for-you-th...
Recall on smoke detectors
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Consumers should immediately inspect their smoke alarms to determine if it will activate appropriately. Press the test button to determine if it is operating properly. If the alarm sounds no further a...Today the Highlands FD remembers the 19 Granite Mountain Hot Shots who made the supreme sacrifice today at the Yarnell fire back in Prescott AZ in 2013.
A cold front is expected to approach from the west today and it will bring showers and thunderstorms. Some of the thunderstorms may become severe during the afternoon and evening hours. Damaging winds and large hail are possible along with locally heavy rain and dangerous cloud to ground lightning.
FYI NJ American Water will be flushing fire hydrants in the borough and the bay shore area...
American Water Works Service Company, Inc. - Community Warning
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Coastal North, Highlands This is an important message from New Jersey American Water. New Jerse...Congratulations Chief David Parker on being selected as the Fire Chief for Picatinny Arsenal Fire and Emergency Services. Through his experience, passion for the job and people first approach, his vision will carry PAFD into the future.
EX - Chief David Parker has been a member of the Highlands Fire Department for over 35 years joining in 1984. David was Chief of the Highlands Fire department in 1996 and 2010.
David is also the Fire Marshal for the Borough since 2004. Prior to that he was the Deputy Fire Marshal.
David was the Borough OEM Coordinator from 1997-2017 and was instrumental in coordinating the response to Hurricane 's Irene and Sandy as well as other major incidents.
Congratulation Chief... This is a well deserved promotion.
Thank you everyone. It's an honor to serve...
Congratulations Dave and best of luck
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Congratulations Dave, This comes as no surprise to anyone that knows you. Best of luck to you!
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Murphy backs off his plan to take $33M from needy firefighter relief fund
Murphy backs off his plan to take $33M from needy firefighter relief fund
www.nj.com
Gov. Phil Murphy sent a letter to legislative leadership saying he won't take money from the firefighter fund.Guard your "piggy banks " people of NJ. There is a " pork barreller" at the top.
He’s just appalling
latest brief from the NWS for the weather tonight and tomorrow..
Heavy rain leading to flash flooding is possible this afternoon into Saturday, with the highest threat tonight.
Tidal flooding is expected for NJ Shore, and Raritan Bay.
For the Atlantic Oceanfront, the highest threat is with the high tides tonight.
Some of the thunderstorms this afternoon and tonight may be severe with damaging winds the primary hazard.
Marine: Some gale force gusts are possible especially tonight. Seas at or above 10 feet by later today and tonight on the Atlantic coastal waters.
A storm system Friday into Saturday is expected to bring multiple weather hazards
to our region during this time.
Heavy rain leading to flash flooding is possible Friday into Saturday, with the highest
threat on Friday night.
Tidal flooding is expected NJ Shore, and Raritan Bay.
For the Sandy Hook area the Raritan Bay, the highest threat is with the high tides on Thursday evening/night and Friday evening/night
Some of the thunderstorms Friday into Friday night may be severe with damaging
winds the primary threat.
Thanks to everyone who came out today for the 10th Ever Highlands Fire Department Cornhole Tournament!
Congrats to our winners:
1st Place - Bill & Steve
2nd Place- Rick & Ed
3rd Place- Nick & Ben
Thanks to our sponsors and everyone who helped out to make this a great day!
