Cresskill Fire Department

03/06/2026

Remember to change your smoke detector batteries when you change your clocks this weekend!

02/27/2026

The Borough of Cresskill’s first career fire chief has retired today after more than 30 years of dedicated service to the fire profession.

Chief Ulshoefer began his journey as a volunteer firefighter for the Borough of Cresskill, later turning his passion into a lifelong career. He went on to serve for more than a decade as a career firefighter with the Englewood Fire Department before being selected to lead the Cresskill Fire Department.

On March 1, 2012, Chief Ulshoefer was sworn in as Cresskill’s first career fire chief alongside the borough’s first three career firefighters. From the outset, he played a pivotal role in building the foundation of the borough’s combination fire department, establishing operational standards, enhancing training programs, and fostering a culture of professionalism, accountability, and service that will benefit the community for generations to come.

Chief Ulshoefer’s leadership extended well beyond the Borough. Throughout his distinguished career, he served on the New Jersey Fire Terrorism Task Force, was an advisory board member of the New Jersey Division of Fire Safety – Health and Safety Advisory Council, served on the New Jersey Statewide Utility Safety Team, and completed a two-year term as President of the Bergen County Fire Chiefs Association. He also chaired the Borough of Cresskill’s COVID-19 Task Force, guiding the community through one of the most challenging public health emergencies in recent history with steady leadership, coordination, and a commitment to resident safety.

These appointments reflected the respect he earned statewide as a trusted leader and subject-matter expert in fire service operations, emergency management, and public safety. In addition to his fire service leadership, Chief Ulshoefer served as the Borough of Cresskill’s Office of Emergency Management Coordinator. In this role, he successfully secured tens of thousands of dollars in disaster recovery funding.

He also ensured that the Borough maintained the only licensed paid emergency medical service in the Northern Valley. This allowed for rapid EMS response to Cresskill residents while also providing immediate ambulance service to neighboring communities. Under his leadership, the fire department consistently delivered high-quality emergency services while demonstrating strong fiscal responsibility. In 2025, the department responded to 1,665 calls for service and, through multiple revenue streams, offset operational costs, minimizing the financial impact on taxpayers while maintaining exceptional service levels.

Chief Ulshoefer leaves behind a lasting legacy of service, leadership, and dedication. The department he helped build, the personnel he mentored, and the standards he established have positioned the Cresskill Fire Department for continued success well into the future. Christopher Ulsh

02/23/2026

🚨 Friendly Reminder 🚨
The travel ban has been extended. Please stay off the roads to help keep everyone safe and allow crews to do their work.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. Stay safe!

02/22/2026

The New Jersey Office of Emergency Management under the Division of the New Jersey State Police have issued a mandatory travel restriction beginning 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 22, 2026, and ending 7:00 a.m. on Monday, February 23, 2026, in response to a major winter storm expected to bring heavy snow, blizzard conditions, and strong winds across the state.

02/22/2026

🚨❄️ MAJOR BLIZZARD EXPECTED THROUGH MONDAY ❄️🚨
The National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Warning for our area through Monday afternoon.
🌨 What to Expect:
• 16–24+ inches of snow possible (locally higher amounts)
• Snowfall rates 1–2” per hour, 3” per hour possible
• Winds 35–45 mph with gusts 60–75 mph
• Whiteout conditions with visibility near zero
• Scattered power outages likely
• Coastal flooding possible in vulnerable areas
🚫 Travel will become dangerous to impossible, especially overnight into Monday morning. Please stay off the roads so plows and emergency vehicles can operate safely.
🔥 Fire & Safety Reminders:
• Keep hydrants clear if it is safe to do so.
• Use generators OUTSIDE only — at least 20 feet from doors/windows.
• Never use ovens, grills, or propane heaters indoors.
• Check smoke & CO detectors before the storm peaks.
• Dress warmly and take breaks if shoveling — heavy, wet snow can cause injuries and heart strain.
👵👶 Please check on elderly neighbors and those with medical needs.
📞 Call 911 for emergencies only.
📲 Monitor official updates from the National Weather Service and local officials.
Stay safe, stay home if you can, and allow first responders to do their jobs safely. 🚒❄️

01/27/2026

THANK YOU CRESSKILL DPW

12/20/2025

Santa just confirmed that he’s going to be making his way through town tomorrow! He’ll be starting around 9AM on the Northeast side of town and working his way to the Southeast and then as the day progresses moving over to the West side of town. Scan the QR code after 9AM to track his progress and get live updates! You can also go to https://glympse.com/!cresskillsantatracker

12/05/2025

The Cresskill Fire Department will be escorting Santa through the borough on Saturday 12/20! Thanks to the Cresskill Uniformed Firefighters Association you will be able to track Santa’s whereabouts live throughout the day! Just scan the QR code on the announcement to follow us on the 20th!

11/25/2025

Cresskill Fire Department EMS Division is hiring! Know an EMT that would be a valuable asset to our organization? Send them our way!

11/13/2025

09/22/2025

To all who celebrate Rosh Hashanah, we wish you and your loved ones a sweet and healthy new year!
We look forward to continuing to serve our community into the new year and beyond.