Toms River Fire Company 2

Toms River Fire Company 2 This company is incorporated under the laws of the State of New Jersey. Incorporated on April Toms River Fire Company No. 2 was incorporated on April 18, 1922.

This organization shall be known by the name of Toms River Fire Company # 2 Incorporated of the Township of Toms River, County of Ocean and State of New Jersey. Toms River Fire Company No. 2 provides fire suppression and rescue services to the downtown and central areas of Toms River Township. We utilize 2 Engines, 1 Brush Trucks, 1 Heavy Rescue, and various support vehicles out of our 2 stations.

Main Station is located downtown on W Water Street and our substation is located on Hooper Ave just north of Route 37. The members listed below are known charter members: A. Novins, Benjamin Novins, Jack Costa, George Alshierile, H. Dittimar, Herbert Clayton, Roy Goble. First apparatus was a 1922 Packard car built with a chemical firefighting system on the body. Notable events in the early years:

Toms River Fire Co. No. 2 was on the initial response to Navy Base Lakehurst on May 6, 1937 to assist with the crash and fire of the air ship Hindenburg. Toms River Co. 2 firefighters were given a letter of commendation from base commander C.E Rosendahl. Toms River Fire Co. No. 2 responded to the Ocean County Jail fire on Sunday morning August 23, 1959. 8 inmates perished, 4 Toms River firefighters were badly injured along with one civilian. On December 11, 2001 these firefighters were awarded with medals of honor from the fire department.

Tonight, members of Toms River Fire Company No. 2 gathered at our annual Installation Dinner at Captain’s Inn to celebra...
06/20/2026

Tonight, members of Toms River Fire Company No. 2 gathered at our annual Installation Dinner at Captain’s Inn to celebrate another year of service, leadership, and tradition.

A special highlight of the evening was recognizing Ex-Chief John Novak for an incredible 50 years of dedicated service to Toms River Fire Company No. 2. For five decades, Chief Novak has exemplified commitment, professionalism, and devotion to our organization and the community we proudly serve.

Pictured are our current and former Chiefs alongside Ex-Chief Novak as we honor this remarkable milestone. Congratulations, Chief, and thank you for your 50 years of service, leadership, and dedication.

04/13/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Structure Fire
Toms River Township
04/13/2026

Earlier today, just prior to 11:00am, Toms River Fire Companies Stations 25 and 26, along with East Dover Fire Company Station 28, were dispatched to a possible structure fire. First arriving units confirmed active fire conditions and quickly upgraded the incident to a second alarm, bringing additional resources to the scene.

Fire department personnel initiated suppression operations and were able to bring the fire under control in a timely manner. The structure sustained heavy damage as a result of the fire. The Toms River Building Department responded to the scene and has posted the structure as unsafe for occupancy.

There were reported injuries associated with this incident; however, specific information is not available at this time.

The incident is currently under investigation by the Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention. Inspectors Britton and Kappock are the investigators for the Bureau, working in cooperation with the Toms River Police Department, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, and the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

We thank all responding fire companies and assisting agencies for their coordinated efforts and professionalism during this incident.

Matthew Janora, CPM
Chief Inspector, Fire Official

March run statistics.
04/01/2026

March run statistics.

February call statistics, the volunteers remain busy to start 2026.
03/01/2026

February call statistics, the volunteers remain busy to start 2026.

02/14/2026
Please get out and vote YES for the operating budget so we can continue to serve the residents at the highest standard!
02/14/2026

Please get out and vote YES for the operating budget so we can continue to serve the residents at the highest standard!

🚨 TOMS RIVER FIRE DISTRICT NO. 1 – QUESTION NO. 1 🚨

Shall the Board of Fire Commissioners of Fire District No. 1 in Toms River Township be authorized to budget $9,965,804.03 in the year 2026 with $6,800,463.70 to be raised by taxation?

What This Means:

Approval of this question authorizes Toms River Fire District No. 1 to operate with a total 2026 budget of $9,965,804.03.

💰 Only $6,800,463.70 of that total is raised through local taxation.

The remaining funding comes from:
• Shared cost reimbursements from Fire District No. 2
• Inspection and usage fees
• Interest earned on investments
• Grants
• Budget surplus

This funding supports critical services including:
🔥 Bureau of Fire Prevention
📡 Fire Communication Center (Dispatch)
🚒 Technical Rescue Team
🎓 Fire Training Center

These services protect residents, businesses, visitors, and first responders every single day.

Your vote helps ensure continued professional fire protection, emergency response, fire prevention, and training for our community.

🗳️ Support Question No. 1

2/8/26- Structure Fire-At 0340, shortly after returning from a dumpster fire, Companies were assigned to a commercial st...
02/08/2026

2/8/26- Structure Fire-At 0340, shortly after returning from a dumpster fire, Companies were assigned to a commercial structure fire downtown. Crews arrived within two minutes and located an exterior fire extending up the siding of the building. The fire was quickly knocked and the building was opened up. The fire is currently under investigation.

January run statistics.
02/01/2026

January run statistics.

1/31/26- Structure Fire- At 0439, the first alarm was filled for a reported fire in a private dwelling on Ocean View Dr....
01/31/2026

1/31/26- Structure Fire- At 0439, the first alarm was filled for a reported fire in a private dwelling on Ocean View Dr. Companies located a fire in an attached garage and extinguished the same. The fire was contained to the area of origin.

This morning, our members were proud to attend the Toms River Fire Department Awards Ceremony hosted at Pleasant Plains ...
01/17/2026

This morning, our members were proud to attend the Toms River Fire Department Awards Ceremony hosted at Pleasant Plains Fire Department Station 30.

Several members were recognized with a Unit Citation for their professionalism and teamwork during a motor vehicle accident response in March 2025. Their actions exemplify the high standards of service our community expects and deserves.

We also celebrated Length of Service Awards, honoring the dedication and commitment of our members over the years. A special congratulations to Ex-Chief John Novak, who was recognized for 50 years of active service to the department—an incredible milestone and a true testament to lifelong dedication.

Thank you to the Boards of Fire Commissioners Districts 1 and 2 for organizing and hosting this annual awards ceremony, and for their continued support of the men and women who serve our community every day.

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45 W Water Street
Toms River, NJ
08753

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+17323491345

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