The WRFD Exempt Association regrets to announce the passing of Exempt Association member Robert Allman, 81, on August 7, 2019.Robert was a Wood-Ridge firefighter in the 1970's and wore badge #34.  He resided in North Carolina.Rest in Peace Brother.

Congratulations to FF Liam Maloney and FF Devon Christie who recently passed their Firefighter I final examinations at the Bergen County Fire Academy.

At the August meeting, Chief of Department Elizabeth Ferry was honored by the WRFD for her 25 years of service.  Congratulations Chief!

At the August meeting, Chief Ferry appointed EMT Emily Gaige as a probationary EMS Member and assigned her badge #53 and Jessica Geigges was appointed as a Junior Firefighter and assigned badge #107.  Good luck Emily and Jessica!

A new WRFD command vehicle has been placed into service.  The 2019 Chevy Tahoe is designated Car 912 and is assigned to Chief of Department Elizabeth Ferry.

The WRFD Emergency Squad has placed into service a new ambulance.  The 2019 Ford F450 Road Rescue Ultra Medic unit has been designated EMS907.

T904 held the US flag high during the NJ Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.  The run traveled down Valley Blvd. from Hasbrouck Heights and then into Carlstadt

The annual Wood-Ridge Fire Department Exempt Association Memorial Service was held on May 22, 2019.   President Bischoff led the ceremony.  FD Chaplain Deacon Nick Valdez gave the invocation and benediction.  Fire Chief Elizabeth Ferry, Fire Commissioner Dom Azzolini and Borough Administrator Chris Eilert all spoke at the service.  Taps was played by Fire Chief Elizabeth Ferry and a Bergen County Firefighter’s Pipe Band piper played Amazing Grace on ...

On May 19, 2019, the WRFD EMS held an open house at the firehouse for residents to meet the members of the Emergency Squad, learn about EMS and see the equipment we use when called for service.

At the May meeting, Chief Ferry appointed EMT Lauren Caliolio as a probationary EMS Member and assigned her badge #52 and Nicola Scarimbolo was appointed as a Junior Firefighter and assigned badge #106.  Good luck Lauren and Nicola!

On May 2, 2019, former WR Firefighter and past Exempt Association President Eddie Pfeifer donated an AED to the WRFD EMS.  Thank you Eddie for your generous donation of this life saving equipment!

At the April Mayor & Council meeting, Ex-Chief Ronald Phillips Sr was honored for his fifty years of service with the Wood-Ridge Fire Department.  Congratulations General!

The WRFD participated in the annual Opening Day Parade.  E901, R903 and EMS907 all were in the procession.  Congratulations to "Our Team" on their 2018 Championship.

The WRFD stood by at the Fiesta for the Persian New Year celebration held annually at the banquet hall.  Along with dinner and other festivities, participants jump over fire to bring them good luck in the coming year.  Chief Ferry, E901, T904 and EMS906 were on site to ensure everyone's safety.

At the March meeting, Chief Ferry appointed Adam Swieczkowski to a one year probationary firefighter period and assigned him badge #13.  Good luck Adam! 

T904 assisted with the flag detail at the Rutherford St. Patrick's Day parade along with the North Arlington FD Ladder 3.

The WRFD held a training evolution at the now closed TGI Friday's on Rt 17 South.  FFs trained on forcible entry, search and rescue, hose advancement and roof ventilation.  The building was to be razed to make room for a new seven story hotel on the site.

Students from St. Leo's School in Elmwood Park sent us Thank You cards for our efforts at the Marcal Paper Mill fire.  THANK YOU!

The WRFD Blood Drive collected 29 pints of blood, plasma and platelets.  Thank you to all who donated to this life saving cause.

The Wood-Ridge Fire Department held its annual Chief's Installation Dinner at the Fiesta on January 12, 2019.  Fire and EMS officers were sworn in by Senator / Mayor Paul Sarlo.2019 WRFD Officers - Chief of Department Elizabeth Ferry, First Assistant Chief Michael Cribben, Second Assistant Chief Kenneth Schulz, Captain Kevin Cribben, Lieutenant Justin Berta, Lieutenant Daniel O'Beirne, Lieutenant Nicholas Meglio, Treasurer Ronald Phillips, Sr., Corresponding Secretary Greg...