Iselin Volunteer Fire Company #1 - District 9


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Holiday Parade

Captain Burrows, December 07

Chief 9-3-1, Van 9-3-9, Engine 9-2, and Ladder 9-2-4 were decorated with festive lights for the Woodbridge Holiday Parade. During the event, firefighters handed out candy to the crowds in celebration of the season.... (Full Story & Photos)

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Captain Burrows, December 07

Iselin District 9 firefighters don't typically waste time putting on a tie to answer 911 calls, but while returning from the Holiday Parade this Sunday, firefighters in their full dress uniforms responded to the scene of a motor vehicle accident. Thankfully no one was seriously hurt and the incident was resolved quickly. ... (Full Story & Photos)

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2026 Officers Sworn In

Captain Burrows, December 07

Iselin District 9 has announced its officers for 2026.
The fire officers are as follows: Chief, Mary Wertz; 1st Deputy Chief, Peter Rebovich; 2nd Deputy Chief, Terry Kennedy (not pictured); 1st Captain, Stephen Burrows; 2nd Captain, Azad Jhaj; 1st Lieutenant, Michael Greve; and 2nd Lieutenant, Carl Heitmeyer.
House officers for 2026 include President, Kevin Wertz; Vice President, Larry McGuinness; ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Captain Burrows, November 29

Iselin Fire District 9 brought holiday spirit to the streets of Woodbridge Township during the 2025 Light Parade with Chief Car 9-3-1 and Engine 9-2 decorated in festive lights and wreaths.

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Live Burn Training

Captain Burrows, November 19

Iselin District 9 Firefighters sharpened their skills at the Union County Fire Academy working through live-fire scenarios which involved search and rescue operations, coordinated hose line advancement, radio operations, and forcible entry. These controlled training exercises ensure that every firefighter is prepared to respond safely and effectively to real fire emergencies. Additionally the Iselin ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Captain Burrows, November 11

Members of Iselin Fire Districts 9 & 11 proudly attended the annual Veterans Day ceremony held in the Sgt. Carl A. Anderson Memorial Park. Firefighters joined VFW members, residents, and township officials to honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Walking for a Cure at JFK High School

Captain Burrows, October 29

Iselin Fire District #9 proudly displayed the American flag from Ladder 9-2-4 and joined those participating in the Breast Cancer Walk held at JFK Memorial High School.... (Full Story & Photos)

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Captain Burrows, October 23

Iselin District 9 Firefighters and Explorers were on location handing out candy and fire prevention swag during the annual Woodbridge Trunk-or-Treat festivities on Main Street. Firefighters were able to answer questions from the community on fire safety and see all the spooky costumes! ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Partnership to Protect Iselin

Captain Burrows, October 09

District 9 welcomed the Woodbridge Police Ambulance into our Station 2 located on West Kelly Street in the Menlo Park Terrace section of town. This partnership enhances the EMS coverage across District 9 and ensures that emergency services are never too far away when residents call for help.
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Captain Burrows, October 09

A Brush Fire was reported in the area of Route 1 and the Wendy's. Upon arrival Chief 9-0-1 and Squad 9-6 quickly extinguished the blaze before the wind could increase its size.

District 9 Fire Prevention would like to remind all motorists that flicking your cigarette out the car window is not only littering, but also the cause of many of these roadside fires. ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Fire Prevention Open House

Captain Burrows, October 07

Iselin Fire District #9 held our annual Fire Prevention Open House and had an amazing turnout from the community!

Residents of all ages had the opportunity to see the firetrucks, chat with the fire fighters, practice their fire extinguisher skills, run through a fire fighter obstacle course, shoot a real fire hose, and attend a presentation on fire prevention with our very own Feddie the Firetruck! ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Captain Burrows, October 04

In the early morning hours Avenel (District 5) firefighters were dispatched for a reported structure fire with entrapment in the 1200 block of St. Georges Avenue. Upon arrival they found a 2 story taxpayer with heavy fire from the second floor.

A second alarm was struck requesting units from across the town to support the firefighting efforts with District 9 sending a crew from Engine 9-2 to help ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Brush Fire Near Metropark

Captain Burrows, October 02

Firefighters from both Iselin Fire Districts 9 & 11 responded to a reported fire in the area of Rt 27 and Magnolia Road. Arriving units found a small brush fire in the landscaping around the parking lot and quickly extinguished the blaze along with wetting down the area to prevent future fires. ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Captain Burrows, September 17

After 2 years of work, the new 9-3-4 arrived home today! This special apparatus does not fight fire, instead provides scene support with a powerful generator, light tower, cascade system to refill firefighter air bottles, and other emergency equipment needed on a fire scene. Once equipment has been mounted and the new lettering applied the unit will be finally placed in service. ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Iselin Remembers 9/11

Captain Burrows, September 11

District 9 firefighters joined our neighbors at Colonia District 12 to participate in the annual September 11th Remembrance Walk down Inman Avenue.

Although many of these firefighters were not even alive 24 years ago, the events of that tragic day forever changed the fire service and directly impacted surrounding communities like Woodbridge Township.

#NeverForget... (Full Story & Photos)

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