Colonia Volunteer Fire Department

05/30/2026

Last night Engine 12-3 responded into Avenel for the working structure fire. Outstanding work by all responding companies!

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, the Colonia Fire Department honors and remembers the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸

We are forever grateful for those who gave their lives defending our freedom and protecting this nation. Today, we pause to reflect on their courage, service, and dedication.

May we never forget.

05/21/2026

This Thursday we give special thanks to Lieutenant Mike Karafa for his service in EMS. Happy EMS Week Mike!

05/21/2026

Busy night for the Colonia Fire Department. After responding to several storm related calls engine 12-3 responded mutual aid to Carteret for a second alarm fire. Truck 12-2-1 is currently standing by at Edison Station 4 for a multi-alarm fire.

05/20/2026

On this extremely warm Wednesday, lets take a second to wish Firefighter Brianna Sanchez a Happy EMS Week!

05/19/2026

Tuesday means two EMT’s! The Colonia Fire Department would like to wish Firefighter Richie Maciorowski a Happy EMS Week!

05/19/2026

In continuing our celebration of EMS Week, the Colonia Fire Department would like to wish Captain Justin Mcghee a Happy EMS Week!

05/19/2026

At approximately 1722 hours, The Colonia Fire Department responded in the area of the 20 block of Miliken road for reported shed fire. Crews arrived to find a fully involved shed and initiated fire suppression. The fire was quickly extinguished and extensive overhaul was carried out.

There were no injuries and the cause of the fire is still under investigation.

Thank you to all responding companies
Iselin Volunteer Fire Co. #1
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Avenel Fire Department
Middlesex County Hazmat FMBA Local 100
Colonia First Aid Squad
And fordsfireco.1 for providing house coverage.

05/18/2026

Happy EMS week to Colonia Fire Department President Peter Theologis

🚨🚑 National EMS Week Member Spotlight 🚑🚨
Peter Theologis, EMT

In honor of National EMS Week, AFSCME Local 3044-1 is proud to recognize EMT Peter Theologis.

Peter has served as an EMT for 8 years, bringing dedication, compassion, and professionalism to every call. For Peter, one of the most meaningful parts of being an EMT is the ability to make a real difference in someone’s worst moment — whether that means calming a scared patient, treating someone during an emergency, or simply being there to reassure a family member.

He also values the teamwork and fast-paced environment of EMS, where no two days are the same and every shift brings an opportunity to learn, adapt, and serve.

Outside of work, Peter stays deeply involved in the fire service and EMS community. He enjoys training, learning new skills, spending time with friends and family, attending sporting events, photography, and participating in community events through the department.

Peter holds multiple certifications, including Fire Inspector, Fire Instructor, Rope Rescue Technician, and Motor Vehicle Extrication Technician. He is also the President of the Colonia Fire Department, a fire dispatcher at Station 7, and an instructor at the Ohio Youth Fire and EMS Training Academy in Nelsonville, Ohio.

Thank you, Peter, for your service, leadership, and commitment to EMS, the fire service, and the community.

Happy National EMS Week! 🚑💚

05/14/2026

Earlier today, members of the Colonia Fire Department operated at a second alarm fire in Woodbridge for over three hours. Crews worked alongside mutual aid companies under heavy fire conditions to bring the incident under control and protect surrounding exposures.

Excellent work by all companies operating on scene.

**Photos courtesy of Roselle Park Fire Buffs and other bystanders**