Riverside Fire Company No. 1

05/27/2026

On May 25, 2026 at approximately 8pm, the Riverside Fire Company No. 1, along with several mutual aid fire companies, were dispatched to Scott Street for a reported structure fire

While en route to the call units were notified of victims reported to be trapped within the structure. Engine 7011 from the Riverside Fire Company arrived first due and were met with smoke and fire in the rear of the building. Engine 7011 crew immediately began search and rescue efforts as well as initial suppression efforts. Upon Engine 7011’s arrival 2 rescues were immediately performed from the second floor windows utilizing ground ladders. Shortly after, multiple additional units from Riverside Fire Company and all other mutual aid companies arrived on scene and assisted with fire suppression, rescue, ventilation.

Multiple residents were rescued from the structure throughout this incident. Fortunately all residents were able to be rescued from the structure with no injuries reported and the fire was quickly brought under control.

Due to the quick actions and coordinated efforts of all responding personnel, further damage and no injuries were reported.

We would like to thank all mutual aid fire companies for their assistance, professionalism, and teamwork during this incident.

05/25/2026

Today we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country and our freedom. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten.

As we spend time with family and friends this Memorial Day, let us all take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of the day and remember those who gave everything in service to our nation.

From all of us at Riverside Fire Company No. 1, we thank our fallen heroes, our veterans, and all who continue to serve.

“Freedom is never free.”

05/06/2026

05/04/2026

Thank you again to everyone who entered our Spring Striped Bass Derby! It was a great month of fishing, and we hope you all had as much fun participating as we did following along and seeing the photos of all the fish caught.

Congratulations to our winners:

🥇 1st Place – Evan Mochernuk with a beautiful 43" striper!
🥈 2nd Place – Don Jester with a 41" striper!
🥉 3rd Place – Mike Green with a 36" striper!

A special thank you to Kevin Stokley and Belfor Property Restoration for their generous donation and trophy sponsorship.

We appreciate everyone’s support and hope to see you all at our Spring Catfish Tournament on June 7th!

04/20/2026

Riverside Fire Company No. 1 recently had the honor of recognizing Larry Horton for more than 50 years of dedicated service and membership. This remarkable milestone reflects a lifetime of commitment to the company and the community. Congratulations, Larry, and thank you for your service!

04/19/2026

Members of Riverside Fire Company No. 1 were honored to participate in the DelRiv Youth Sports Spring Opening Day ceremonies yesterday (4/18/2026). It was a privilege to proudly display the United States flag from the tip of the ladder on Ladder Truck 7015. Play Ball !!

04/17/2026

Last night, April 17, 2026, at approximately 10:15 PM, Riverside Fire Company was dispatched to a building on East Scott Street for a fire alarm activation in a mixed-use occupancy, consisting of a restaurant on the ground floor with apartments above.

Upon arrival, fire crews encountered heavy smoke conditions inside the restaurant. The incident was upgraded to a building fire response. Crews quickly located a fire in the rear kitchen area and were able to bring it under control promptly, with little to no extension of fire damage beyond the area of origin.

Riverside Fire Company would like to thank the following mutual aid fire and EMS agencies for their assistance:

Beverly Fire Department
Delanco Fire Company
Delran Fire Department
Palmyra Fire Department
Cinnaminson Fire Department
Riverton Fire Company
Palmyra Ambulance Association
Cinnaminson Fire Department EMS

04/07/2026

03/30/2026

Today, monday March 30th between the hours of 6:45pm and 830pm there will be a joint training exercise on the Riverside - Delanco bridge.

Traffic will be limited to one lane of travel, alternating in direction during this period. Please use caution in the area!

Tomorrow evening, monday March 30th between the hours of 6:45pm and 830pm we will be conducting our annual drafting drill on the Delanco - Riverside Bridge.

Traffic will be limited to one lane of travel, alternating in direction during this period.

03/21/2026

Riverside Fire Company No. 1 assisted Beverly Fire Company and other units on this house fire in Edgewater Park this afternoon.

Earlier this afternoon after returning from a brush fire in Delanco. Companies were Dispatched to the 1000 block of Mt Holly Rd for a reported structure fire with possible victims trapped.

Chief 1200 arrived on scene and confirmed reports of heavy fire from the alpha side of the structure. Engines 1222, 1112(Delanco), 1612(Willingboro), and Ladder 7015(Riverside) arrived and went to work within seconds of each other.

Due to the amount of fire and structural conditions inside, crews were evacuated from the structure. Additional units were brought in as well as some special calls to assist with man power and apparatus needs.

There a currently no reported injuries! Once the fire was extinguished crews stood by on scene until a demolition crew arrived to open up and take down the remaining structure.

Some may be missed. But we would like to Thank any and all mutual aid partners who assisted on and off scene.