On September 4th, firefighter Anderson was sworn in before a crowd of relatives, friends and fellow firefighters. Chief Speranza welcomed Ryan Anderson, he will be stationed at Rescue 5. Congratulations, the Hawthorne Fire Department thanks you for your dedication and commitment. … [Read more...]

09/11/2018   A driver trying to get onto Route 208 in Hawthorne early Tuesday night lost control of her car, which barreled down an embankment and over a wall into Goffel Brook. The woman was alert and thanking Hawthorne firefighters through tears of joy as they turned a ladder … [Read more...]

09/11/2018 Two (2) vehicles collided at the intersection of Goffle Road and Warburton Avenue, Hawthorne early Tuesday evening, 09/11. Hawthorne PD, Hawthorne FD, and Hawthorne EMS responded to aid at least two (2) individuals who were injured in the crash. One (1) accident … [Read more...]

09/11/2018 After the sun set on Tuesday, the "Tribute in Light" again shone from Lower Manhattan. Hawthorne Engine 1 was photographed this year as the 88 beams of light rose for the 17th year. Designed as a solemn, yet uplifting, memorial to those who died at the World Trade … [Read more...]

Remembrance and honor to the men, women and children killed in the terror attacks of September 11, 2001 and recognition of the efforts of those who responded in it's aftermath. #NeverForget … [Read more...]

On the morning of 8/30 at 2:56am, 5-0, Rescue 5 and Engine 1 from the Hawthorne Fire Department were dispatched to a single car rollover accident on Lafayette Ave. Within minutes the single victim was extricated from the vehicle and transported to an area hospital. … [Read more...]

The National Fire Radio with hosts Jeremy Donch and Rob Ridley met with Chief Speranza to discuss multiple topics within the fire service. Chief Speranza is both a long time friend of Jeremy, and a Chief of a neighboring town. In the episode they dive into some of the lesser … [Read more...]

Name of product: WorkSafe 3-D cell flashlights Hazard: The flashlights are missing an encapsulation on a circuit board component which protects the flashlight from igniting an explosive environment, posing an injury hazard to the user or … [Read more...]

Xtava Recalls Allure Hair Dryers Due to Fire, Burn and Electrical Shock Hazards Name of product:  Allure and Allure Pro hair dryers Hazard: The hair dryer and power cord can overheat and catch on fire, posing fire, burn and electrical shock hazards. Recall … [Read more...]

08/16/2018 - The Hawthorne Fire Department participated in this years Leadership Camp located at Lincoln Middle School. The camp was run by the Hawthorne Police Department in conjunction with the Hawthorne Board of Education and the Hawthorne Municipal Alliance. The program is … [Read more...]

08/09/2018 HAWTHORNE, NJ - A black Mercedes exploded and caught fire at approximately 10:45 a.m. this morning, across from R.D. Bender's Bar on Lafayette Avenue.  An adjacent business suffered some damage as a result of the explosion, though the Hawthorne Fire Department was able … [Read more...]

8/7/2018 HAWTHORNE, NJ - Tuesday evening's National Night Out in Hawthorne came to an end when a lightning storm whipped through, but the borough nevertheless had everything in place for an enjoyable night of entertainment and community spirit.  The 3rd Annual National Night Out, … [Read more...]

08/07/2018 HAWTHORNE, NJ - A silver four-door vehicle flipped over on Route 208 North just past the Goffle Road ramp Tuesday evening.  The car was completely overturned and angled across the highway.  Traffic was diverted from Goffle Road and the northbound direction while police … [Read more...]

Tuesday, August 7th, 5:00pm,  Location: Hawthorne Band Shell, The Hawthorne Fire Department will be participating during this event. Please come out and support your local First Responders and enjoy food & entertainment. … [Read more...]

07/24/2018, At 5:32am, the Hawthorne Fire Department was dispatched to Hillcrest Ave & Greenwood Ave for a transformer fire. Arriving companies secured the surrounding area while PS&G was call to shut down power to the block. The incident was under control by 7:35am. No … [Read more...]