Johnson Fire Department - Rutgers Engine Company

05/25/2026

Today our members attended memorials at the American Legion George Smith Post #1607 and the Unionville Fire Department.

We at the Johnson Fire Department believe it’s important to honor the brave men and women of our armed forces who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect the freedoms we are able to enjoy today. Their courage and service remind us of the true meaning of this solemn day.

While we enjoy time with family and friends, please remember those who gave everything so we could gather safely. We thank our veterans, active duty service members, and all first responders. Stay safe and have a meaningful Memorial Day.

05/21/2026

This week is National EMS week, so make sure you let your EMS professionals know that you appreciate them!

This year, we are particularly thankful to Minisink’s own Lenape Volunteer Ambulance Corps and The Town of Wawayanda EMS. As you may know, last year one of our members had a medical emergency. As a result of the response, care, and advocacy provided by the responding EMS personnel for our member, they were awarded for their efforts during Garnet Hospital’s annual awards ceremony. Thank you and congratulations!

We at JFD appreciate all the local agencies that we get to work with, so we wish you all a very Happy EMS week!

05/18/2026

05/03/2026

Over the last couple of days members participated in emergency escape system training given by Fireground Technologies. This is just a part of the endless hours of training our firefighters do to help protect their community.

04/23/2026

Last night for our drill, along with our own members, the Unionville Fire Department came down to our firehouse to practice scenarios with us to recreate and allow members to practice what an actual call may look like.

We did multiple scenarios together, allowing us to practice skills such as dropping a supply line, stretching an attack line, effective radio communication, conducting primary searches, establishing a water supply, and what to do if the first due loses water supply.

As volunteers, it's important for us to train regularly to make sure our skills are up to the task at hand.

04/21/2026

04/20/2026

The Lenape Volunteer Ambulance Corp. is hosting an Opioid Overdose Response training along with the Town of Minisink and Orange County.

This training will take place next Monday, April 27th at 7pm at the town hall. If you are interested, RSVP to [email protected]

The Lenape Ambulance Corp will be hosting a Opioid Overdose Response Training, Monday April 27th from 7pm to 8pm at the Town of Minisink Town Hall, 20 Roy Smith Drive, Westtown, NY 10998. RSVP at [email protected].

04/17/2026

Tomorrow is the big day! Come on down to our firehouse between 11am-3pm either Saturday or Sunday to learn about what your dedicated volunteers do!

If you’ve ever wondered how your fire department runs, what we are capable of doing, or what equipment we have, come visit us for station tours and equipment demonstrations! Our volunteers will be there ready to answer questions and show off our capabilities.

Its the perfect chance to come down and see how you can be apart of something bigger than ourselves and to better the lives of those around us.

Plus, there will be food! Hope to see you there!

04/16/2026

Wednesday evening, Johnson members were invited by Unionville Fire Department to participate in their drill which involved an extrication tool demonstration by Strategic Safety Dynamics. Members of both departments were able to test out a variety of battery operated extrication equipment and put these tools to the test on a few vehicles.

Thank you to all the people and companies that contributed to making this happen!

04/11/2026

Hey everyone! We are just one week away from our open house!

Come on down to our firehouse next weekend, both Saturday and Sunday from 11-3 to meet your volunteers and take a look at what we do. There will be some activities for kids and some snacks and refreshments.

If you’ve ever wondered how you can help out your community, come on down and see us!