Highland Lakes Fire Department

Highland Lakes Fire Department Preservation and protection of life and property, from and during such fires and emergencies as may occur.

Today in Lake Wanda, the swift response of The Highland Lakes Fire Department, Vernon Fire Department, Pochuck Fire Depa...
04/21/2026

Today in Lake Wanda, the swift response of The Highland Lakes Fire Department, Vernon Fire Department, Pochuck Fire Department, and McAfee Fire Department to a structure fire showcased their remarkable teamwork and expertise, turning a potentially disastrous situation into a testament to community resilience, with Mutual Aid Companies from Warwick, UGL, Hardyston, and Sussex providing crucial support, and fortunately, no injuries were reported despite significant damage to the structure and a vehicle.

03/06/2026

This 2025 Pierce Saber Dry Side Tanker was delivered February of 2025 and sold by salesman Gregg Cariddi.(Job #41070)Tanker 424 Includes:- Saber 6010 Cab - C...

02/07/2026

1st call...

And it was Emils house!

Tanker 424 is officially IN SERVICE!Our sincerest gratitude goes out to the Town of Mahwah for the loan of their Engine ...
02/07/2026

Tanker 424 is officially IN SERVICE!

Our sincerest gratitude goes out to the Town of Mahwah for the loan of their Engine 425, affectionately known as The Mahwah Tanker. She responded to hundreds of calls with us & we simply cannot express our appreciation!

Thank you to all of our members, the Truck Committee, Fire Commissioner & Township of Vernon for all the hard work it took to make it all happen.

Stay Safe Everyone!

Driver/Pump training on the new tanker! In service soon!
02/04/2026

Driver/Pump training on the new tanker! In service soon!

Congratulations Chief Scott Semchesyn Assistant Chief Karen Thomas Thank you Both Chief Scott and Asst Chief Karen for y...
01/16/2026

Congratulations Chief Scott Semchesyn
Assistant Chief Karen Thomas
Thank you Both Chief Scott and Asst Chief Karen for your service to Vernon Twp

She's Home! Tanker 424 was delivered today & looking great!
01/14/2026

She's Home! Tanker 424 was delivered today & looking great!

01/09/2026

It's National Law Enforcement Day! Thank you to all who serve, especially our own Vernon Police !

Last night was the Sussex County Public Safety Training Academy graduation ceremony. Congratulations to our graduates...
01/09/2026

Last night was the Sussex County Public Safety Training Academy graduation ceremony. Congratulations to our graduates, Tyler Mueller Fire Officer Development & Chuck Paladino Firefighter 1 & Firefighter 2. We are incredibly proud of your hard work & dedication.

Vernon Township was well represented again, in 2025, with members from all 4 departments completing various levels of training.

Keep learning, keep working & stay safe!

12/31/2025

Have a Happy, Healthy & Safe 2026!

Address

813 Canistear Road, PO Box 151
Highland Lakes, NJ
07422

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(973) 764-9385

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