Jersey City Fire Officers Association

07/08/2026

Bipartisan legislation to accelerate the development of PFAS-free firefighting gear has been introduced in the U.S. Senate.

07/02/2026

05/30/2026

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05/15/2026

With a heavy heart the Jersey City Fire Officers Association announce the passing of Battalion Chief Bryan Schoch. Please keep Bryan, his family and friends in your prayers. Rest in peace my friend.

04/08/2026

It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the loss of our sister, Firefighter Ayishia Williams — a hero, a servant, and a true embodiment of what it means to serve the City of Camden.
Ayishia dedicated her life to helping others. From her service as a Corrections Officer to answering the call as a Camden City Firefighter, she carried herself with strength, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to her community.
Even in the face of illness, Ayishia continued to serve. She never stopped showing up. She remained active in her community, a proud member of BUFF, continuing to volunteer, give back, and uplift others while quietly fighting her own battle. That kind of strength, love, and selflessness speaks volumes about the woman she was.
She was more than a firefighter — she was our sister. She was family.
Her legacy is one of true service, sacrifice, and resilience. As we grieve this tremendous loss, we also recognize the impact she made on this Department and the City she so proudly served.
We owe it to Ayishia to carry that legacy forward — to support one another, to stand together, and to continue serving our community with the same dedication she showed every single day.
Please keep her family, loved ones, and all members of the Camden City Fire Department in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.
Rest in Peace, Firefighter Ayishia Williams. We will take it from here. 🕊️❤️‍🔥🙏🏽
Fraternally,
Pete Perez
President, IAFF Local 788

03/28/2026

Lithium-ion battery fires are increasing across Canada, exposing fire fighters to more dangerous conditions and new on-the-job risks – and driving a national

02/08/2026

LODD FUNERAL DETAILS FOR FF HOWARD BENNETT

It is with deep respect and solemn duty that we provide the following information regarding the funeral services for Firefighter Howard Bennett of the Camden City Fire Department, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

⛪Funeral Services
Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Location: Freedom Mortgage Pavilion (Formerly BB&T Amphitheater)
1 Harbour Blvd. Camden, NJ 08103

📋Schedule
10:30AM - Mustering of Uniformed Personnel
11:00AM - Private Family & Friends Viewing
12:20PM - Camden Fire Department Walk-Through
12:30PM - Celebration of Life

🏴 Funeral Resources
Any departments and/or locals wishing to provide resources such as apparatus, Color Guards, Honor Guards, Pipes and Drums, and/or Sergeant at Arms are asked to complete this form to help organize resources: bit.ly/pfanj-bennett-resources. Any additional inquiries can be made to [email protected].

🚒Apparatus Staging
Non-Camden City Fire Department apparatus are requested to arrive by 10:00AM to facilitate placement. On arrival, apparatus can stage in the parking lot across from Freedom Mortgage Pavilion, 199-101 Washington Ct, Camden, NJ 08103, and await directions for placement.

👮Uniformed Personnel
All uniformed personnel shall muster and be in place by 10:30AM sharp for the arrival of the Bennett family and friends. All uniformed personnel are requested to be in Class A uniforms, with white gloves and mourning bands worn on badges.

📸Photography
IAFF Local 788, Camden City Firefighters, will have a professional photographer on site capturing this event. We kindly ask that all agencies attending allow the designated photographer to take photographs. Out of respect for Firefighter Bennett’s family, no photographs or videos are to be taken inside the venue.

🅿️Funeral Parking
Staff vehicles, personal vehicles, and other modes of transportation can also utilize the parking lot across from Freedom Mortgage Pavilion, 199-101 Washington Ct, Camden, NJ 08103, to park.

🛏️Lodging/Room Block
A room block has been reserved at the DoubleTree by Hilton Cherry Hill-Philadelphia, 2349 Marlton Pike W. Cherry Hill, NJ for individuals and agencies who require lodging. Reservations can be made using the following link: bit.ly/pfanj-bennett-lodging.

ℹ️Additional information will be shared as it becomes available.

Thank you for standing in solidarity with the Bennett family and the Camden City Fire Department during this time of profound loss.

International Association of Fire Fighters
CFD Local 788
Camden Fire Officers Local #2578