City of Summit Fire Department

10/10/2026

Today, Summit Fire Department’s historic Chemical Engine No. 1 attended the Berkeley Heights Fire Department Car Show!

A special thank you to Firefighter Pignatello for taking the time to drive this piece of Summit Fire Department history to the event.

Thank you to the Berkeley Heights Fire Department for hosting a great event!

10/10/2026

Thursday night, members of the Summit Fire Department’s A Platoon attended the Summit Hilltoppers football game! 🚒🏈

It’s always a great night supporting our local student-athletes and connecting with the community we proudly serve.

10/10/2026

10/07/2026

At the October 6 Common Council meeting, Mayor Elizabeth Fagan issued a proclamation for Fire Prevention Week, October 4-10, 2026. Fire Chief Brian Harnois and Battalion Chief Matt Lemons of the Summit Fire Department were in attendance to receive the proclamation and share safety tips for charging devices that contain rechargeable lithium-ion batteries:

-Use the cord and charger that came with your device or one approved by the manufacturer. Using the wrong charger can damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

-Charge devices on a table, desk, or other hard, flat surface. Do not charge them on beds, couches, or under pillows. Devices and chargers produce heat during normal charging, and soft surfaces can trap heat and block airflow, which can cause the battery to overheat.

-Stop using your device if it feels very hot, starts to swell, is smoking, or has a strange smell. These are warning signs that the battery may be damaged or failing.

-Unplug your device when it is fully charged. Do not leave it plugged in longer than needed. Leaving a device plugged in too long can increase heat and stress on the battery.

-Charge larger items like e-bikes, scooters, and power tools outside and away from exits. These batteries are larger and store more energy. If they fail, fires can grow quickly and spread.

-When on a plane, keep your device where you can see it while charging. Do not charge e-cigarettes or vapes on a plane, and do not charge any devices in overhead compartments. If a battery overheats or fails, it is important for the flight crew to respond quickly.

Visit www.cityofsummit.org/fpw for more information on Fire Prevention Week and the Summit Fire Department.

10/05/2026

October is National Fire Prevention Month!

The City of Summit Fire Department reminds everyone to take a few minutes to make sure your home is fire-safe:

🚨 Test all smoke and carbon monoxide alarms

🔋 Replace batteries if needed

🚪 Make sure everyone knows two ways out

📍 Pick a family meeting place outside

🏠 Practice your home fire escape plan

10/02/2026

This past month, members of the Summit Fire Department participated in firefighter bailout training presented by All Hands Fire Training. This two-day event provided initial training to our three newest firefighters and also certified four of our Summit firefighters as instructors.

Members practiced critical emergency escape techniques designed to provide firefighters with the skills and confidence needed to safely exit a structure when conditions rapidly deteriorate and traditional means of egress are no longer available.

Great job by all who participated!

09/26/2026

09/24/2026

Monday night, members of the Summit Fire Department’s D Platoon and Volunteer Division completed hose line evolution training.

This training focused on hose deployment, advancement, and coordination to help ensure members are prepared to operate safely and effectively when called upon.

For more information on becoming a volunteer firefighter with the Summit Fire Department, please visit www.cityofsummit.org

09/16/2026

Summit Fire Department is prepared to handle all types of emergencies.

Here’s a look at the calls SFD responded to during August 2026.

09/07/2026

The City of Summit Fire Department wishes everyone a safe and happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸