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Recently, members of the Budd Lake Fire Department participated in hands-on vehicle extrication training at the firehouse. Members worked through several aspects of vehicle rescue, focusing on different techniques and methods used to safely remove occupants from vehicles involved in motor vehicle accidents. The department also traveled to the Sussex County Fire Academy, where members … Read more

Just before lunchtime, the Budd Lake Fire Department was called to Eagle Rock Village for a cat stuck in a tree approximately 25 feet off the ground. Engine 59 arrived on scene, and Firefighters Angel Perez and Sean Dolan quickly went to work to bring the frightened feline safely back to the ground. Thanks to … Read more

Early Tuesday morning, crews were dispatched for a reported oven fire at Eagle Rock Village. FD-1 arrived on scene and reported a working fire on the second floor. Car 50 and Engine 53 arrived shortly afterward. Engine 53 stretched a hose line and quickly knocked down the fire, keeping it contained to the kitchen area. … Read more

I am pleased to honor President Walter Lata of the Budd Lake Volunteer Fire Department as this week’s #NJ07 Hometown Hero. President Lata, from Mount Olive, New Jersey, has shown exceptional dedication, pride, and commitment to the fire service department, going above and beyond serving as the Department President. President Lata responds to over 90% … Read more

Car 50 arrived on scene and reported a well-involved vehicle burning next to the drive-through. Engine 59 arrived shortly afterward and deployed its front-line hose, quickly knocking down the fire and bringing the situation under control. The fire caused damage to the parking lot and the drive-through sign. Fortunately, the fire did not extend into … Read more

What a great time celebrating Fire Prevention Week 2026! This year, the Budd Lake Fire Department visited two elementary schools and three daycares, finishing the week with Safety Day at Lowe’s. At every stop, our firefighters had a wonderful time showing the kids our fire trucks, answering questions, and teaching them important fire safety lessons. … Read more

Recently the department was awarded a grant from New Jersey American Water Co. in the amount of $1370.00 which was used to purchase a new Multi gas meter for the first due apparatus. The award was presented to the department at the New Jersey State Fireman’s Convention in Wildwood. New Jersey American Water | We … Read more

Recently some members traveled down to Asbury Parks new fire house where the firefighters were given a tour of the new fire house. The members were impressed and grateful for the hospitality we wish them well in the new house. Then from there we traveled to Neptune Co. 4 for a tour of their house … Read more

Our members have been putting in weeks of prep, cleaning, detailing, and getting our specialty apparatus parade‑ready. Yesterday, that hard work paid off — Budd Lake Fire took Second Place for Best Appearing Specialty Apparatus at the Boonton Parade. A Huge thank you to our dedicated volunteers who show up early, stay late, and always … Read more

Rescue trucks and crews from Allamuchy Fire, Mt. Olive Fire (Budd Lake & Flanders), Long Valley First Aid Squad, and Roxbury Fire Companies 1 & 2 came together to check out each department’s equipment, tools, and specialized rescue capabilities. Members had the opportunity to walk through the different apparatus, compare equipment, share ideas, and learn … Read more