On 2-18-2026 Cedar Grove Firefighter responded to the area of Route 23 and Stevens Ave. on the report of a electrical wire down and fire. Firefighters stood by until the scene could be safely turned over to PSE&G personnel.
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CGFD Monthly Drill
On 2–01–26 Cedar Grove Firefighters conducted their February monthly drill. Firefighters trained on orientated search, forcible entry and rapid intervention techniques.
New Chief Sworn In
On 2-3-2026 Alex Beauchamp was sworn in as Chief of the Department. Alex had previously been serving the last four years as Deputy Chief.
CGFD Responds to Carbon Monoxide Incident
On 1-26-2026 Cedar Grove Firefighters we called to a Laura Drive residence for an activated carbon monoxide alarm. Firefighters discovered snow had blocked the furnace vents and carbon monoxide was being drawn back into the residence activating the alarms.
Safety Note: Some furnaces have Direct venting systems. Its a sealed combustion process that pulls outside air for combustion and vents all combustion byproducts directly outdoors. Unlike traditional models exhausting via a chimney. Typical configurations include two separate vent pipes (one for intake, one for exhaust) or a concentric vent pipe. Homeowners need to keep the exterior vent pipe terminations clear of snow buildup and protected from blockages.
CGFD Responds Mutual Aid to East Orange
On 1-11-26 Cedar Grove Firefighters provided coverage for East Orange while they battled a multiple alarm fire. Above assisting Verona, Belleville and Milburn at 49 Prospect St Carbon Monoxide Incident.
2025 Brings 22% Increase In Calls
Firefighters responded to 75 more calls in 2025. Chief of the Department Alex Beauchamp commented, that call volume has steadily increased over the years. He added, the 100% volunteer department continues to meet the challenges of the increasing call volume through a number of initiatives. Noting the departments recent successful recruitment and retention efforts.
CGFD Responds to Reported Structure Fire
On 10-19-2025 Cedar Grove Firefighters were dispatched to a Hillside Ave residence on a possible fire. Upon arrival firefighters found a door bell camera had caught fire. The fire was extinguished. The damage was minor and no injuries were reported.
CGFD Responds To Large Mulch Fire
On 9-14-2025 Cedar Grove Firefighters extinguished a large mulch fire at a Village Park Road Business
CGFD Responds To Reported Grill Fire
On 8-4-2025 Cedar Grove Firefighters responded to a Mountain Ridge Drive residence on the report of a grill fire. In route the department was advised the fire had been extinguished. Upon arrival firefighters found that a exterior wall had caught fire and was still smoldering. The area was wet down and overhauled. No injuries were reported.
