Hoboken Fire Dept
@HobokenFire
Twitter account of the City of Hoboken Fire Department. Account is not monitored 24/7. Call 911 or 201-420-2004 for emergencies.
We are keeping a close eye on TS Chantal. We don't anticipate a hit here, but @CityofHoboken is ready for the just in case. Public Safety Director @KenFerrante and OEM Coordinator Kevin Cruz ran a #HurricaneTabletop with reps from all City divisions last week. #HobokenReady
🥵 @NWS extreme heat warning is in effect for @CityofHoboken at 11 am-8 pm. 🌞Dangerously hot conditions are expected & can increase the potential for heat related illnesses. -Avoid strenuous activity -Wear light clothing -Drink water -Seek AC -Check on vulnerable neighbors
🚨RECALL ALERT: Popular e-scooters are being recalled as @USCPSC reports some Transpro US scooters have unauthorized lithium ion battery UL certification labels. DONT throw the battery or device away. 🔗Read what to do if you have one here: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/T…
🚔National Night Out 2025 is less than two weeks away! 🎉Join @HobokenPD and @FollowStevens PD for a night of fun, family-friendly activities, food on August 5! The free event is at Church Square Park from 5 - 9 p.m. 🔗MORE: local.nixle.com/alert/11752003/
🌧️Some roads are seeing flooding in @CityofHoboken. 🚧 Please abide by all barricades and gates in place. ⛔️ Do not move or drive around them, as they are in place for your safety and to protect your neighbors and their property.
During heavy rain and flooding, stay away from downed power lines. Always be cautious and assume they are energized and dangerous. Report downed lines to PSE&G immediately and call us!👇
🧑🚒 Firefighters responded to a car fire on Hudson and 11th this morning. 🧯The fire was put out quickly, no injuries were reported, and the street was cleaned and reopened quickly. @CityofHoboken @HobokenFire @HobokenPD and @HobokenOEM all responded.
🚫Plan for road closures & parking restrictions in @CityofHoboken, tomorrow July 4th. Please abide by all no parking signs & detours. 🚑🚓🚒Restrictions are in place for 1st responders/emergency services in case we are needed! 🔗Details can be found here: local.nixle.com/alert/11705229…
🙌Congratulations to new Battalion Chiefs Andrew Markey Jr. & Richard England, and new CaptainsMichael Forum, Michael Ross, & Jimmy Principe - all promoted at a ceremony in City Hall today. All of the promotions were well earned! 🔗Read more here: hobokennj.gov/news/the-hobok…
🚒The @CityofHoboken Fire Department will be represented at this weeks CAPS meeting at Wallace Elementary School. Join us and PD, OEM, EMS, and Health reps to discuss all things public safety on Wednesday (June 11) from 6 to 7:30 p.m. MORE: local.nixle.com/alert/11622253/
Tonight @HobokenFire honored some of @CityofHoboken’s bravest at the annual HFD Valor Awards ceremony. Members were honored for their bravery and dedication prior to marching in the Memorial Day Parade.
🚒Members of the @HobokenFire Department will be marching in the @CityofHoboken and American Legion Post 107 Memorial Day Parade tonight..... which FYI: is rain or shine! So grab your rain gear and come wave hi!
Residents are invited to the Annual Memorial Day Parade, hosted by American Legion Post 107 & the City, on Wed, May 21, at 6:30 p.m. on Washington Street. Come out to honor our heroes and enjoy the tradition! More: local.nixle.com/alert/11579619/
🚒Fire Safety in the City! @Sparky_Fire_Dog has some great tips for families who live in apartment buildings, just in case of an emergency! ⬇️Learn more and get a 'Guide to Fire Safety in the CIty" kit !⬇️
If you live in an apartment or building with many levels, it’s super important to have a fire escape plan so you know how to get out quickly if a fire starts. Download the "Guide to Fire Safety in the City" kit with safety tips for families! bit.ly/4iwMkZC
May is National Electrical Safety Month. Reduce risk by: -Have all electric work done by a qualified pro -Plug 1 heat producing appliance in an outlet at a time -Plug major appliances directly into a wall outlet; don't use ext. cords MORE from @NFPA: nfpa.org/education-and-…
🚒 HFD in action at @CityofHoboken City Hall today! 🔥 There was no fire (whew), rather construction dust triggered smoke alarms. 🙏 THANK YOU to @HobokenFire Fighters for their quick response!
Hoboken Fire represented at #TakeYourChildToWorkDay at @CityofHoboken City Hall today. Thanks to all the kids who came out to learn all about what Hoboken Firefighters and @Hoboken_EMS do! Maybe we'll see some of you on our trucks in (more than) a couple of years!!!!
UPDATE: PSEG has made repairs and @HobokenOEM and @HobokenFire have been released from the scene. Thanks for your patience.
We are on the scene of a potential gas leak in southwest @CityofHoboken. Please avoid the area of 1st & Harrison if possible, as @PSEGdelivers is en route to investigate and make any necessary repairs. @HobokenFire is evacuating a residential building as a precaution.
The @HobokenFire Dept and @HobokenOEM is on scene of a possible gas leak on the 700 block of First Street and as a precaution has ordered the evacuation of a residential building on the site. @PSEGdelivers is en route. @CityofHoboken
.@CityofHoboken FD's Marine 1 is on the scene of a helicopter crash in the Hudson River. This happened in Jersey City, but @HobokenFire boat is assisting along with JCPD, JCFD, NYPD, NYFD & @NJSP. @HobokenPD is on the waterfront to assist as needed. Avoid the area if possible.
🔋Reminder: it's now illegal in @CityofHoboken to charge and/or store lithium-ion battery powered mobility devices in common areas of most residential buildings. AND to sell, repair, or use them 2nd hand. 🔥This is to protect ALL against devastating fires caused by improper use.
