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Pitman, NJ
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Earlier today, Chief 281 and Utility 28 responded to the Port of Paulsboro, as a part of the Gloucester County Foam Task Force, for a shipboard fire.
Cheif 281 operated as Foam TF command staff while Utility 28 assisted in getting the Foam Unit from Mantua to the scene.
Chief 281 and truck 28 are operating in Washington Township on a commercial building fire. Fire is under control at this time
Chief 281 and 28 truck currently operating at a dwelling fire in our first due local. CH281 arrived with smoke showing and had active fire in the walls. Fire under control at this time.
Yesterday, the borough of Pitman received 4.2 inches of water, in a matter of minutes. Thank you to the residents for being patient with us during the storm.
Wednesday we traveled to Trenton to celebrate the Public Works Department and Pitman Fire Company No. 1 as they received the Governor’s Occupational Safety and Health Performance Award.
Congratulations to both departments for keeping our employees and volunteers safe.
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing earlier today of Pitman PD’s K-9 Ranger. Ranger teamed with Corporal EJ Parker to become the first Pitman PD K-9 unit. Our thoughts and prayers are with Ranger, Cpl. EJ Parker, his wife Stephanie, and their family.
Tonight we extend our support to Xavier Taylor and his family joining other departments by placing a bat outside of our Firehouse. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. #XavierStrong
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We are honored to continue that tradition and hope you’ll join us for this special milestone celebration. Please join us to celebrate on Saturday June 6th, 2026 from 2pm-5pm.Bring your family and enjoy refreshments, see our fire trucks, and meet your local volunteers.
Join Us as We Celebrate 125 Years of Volunteer Service!
Pitman Fire Company #1 is excited to share that we are celebrating 125 years of volunteer service to Pitman and Gloucester County this June! For 125 years we’ve been built on dedication, service, and community support.
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The 1968 Hahn served the Borough for 38 years and will in station through the end of June. We are hopeful it will be able to make one more appearance for the 4th of July Parade. We thank FF Jim Connor for arranging the chance to house this piece of company History!
We would like to thank the Delaware Historical Fire Society for allowing us to house retired Engine 2812! With our 125th anniversary coming up in June we have been afforded the opportunity to have the Engine to be part of our celebration.
The GC Dispatchers Association has put together a tshirt fundraiser honoring pancreatic cancer awareness to raise funds for a fellow dispatcher in Gloucester County. All proceeds will go to the family. Thank you in advance for your support!
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The Membership of Pitman Fire Company #1 would like to express our sincere gratitude to the Pitman United Methodist Church for hosting the First Responders Heroes Dinner.
We can not thank you enough for your generosity and continued support!
Today, Squad Company 281 relocated to the quarters of Squad Company 26 (Glassboro) while they attended a funeral. Squad Company 281 handled 4 calls for service including this response to a MVA, 2 alarm systems, and another MVC.
***Happening now*****
Ladder 28 operating at an all hands garage fire with a vehicle inside in district 22 (mantua) local. Command reporting Heavy Fire throughout operating.
