Department Information
The Robbinsville Township Fire Department is a combination career/volunteer fire department located in Mercer County New Jersey.
Formed in 1963 as the Washington Volunteer Firemen, the fire department began as an all volunteer organization. The department has evolved into a municipal fire department, operated by the Township of Robbinsville, staffed 24/7 by career personnel and supplemented by volunteer duty crew personnel.
The Robbinsville Fire Department is currently staffed by a total of 17 career firefighters overseen by a Career Fire Chief and 4 Career Captains. The Department performs fire suppression, inspection and rescue duties.
Additionally, Basic Life Support Emergency Medical Services (EMS) for the Township of Robbinsville is operated from the fire station utilizing Robbinsville Township equipment staffed by Capital Health System employees.
Located in Central New Jersey, Robbinsville is a 21 square mile community of over 13,000 residents as per the 2010 Census. The Department is responsible for Fire and Rescue Services for the Township of Robbinsville and several major highways including the New Jersey Turnpike (Exit 7A), Interstate 195, US Highway 130, and Route 33.
Some major corporations with facilities in Robbinsville Township include: Amazon, McMaster-Carr, Global Industrial, Mercedes Benz, McKesson Corporation, Falken Tire, Ritchie & Page Distributing, CoPart, Lifetime Brands, Scholastic Book Fairs, Mattress Firm, Bohren’s United Van Lines, Suburban Propane, Amerigas, Longchamp USA, Jack Morton Worldwide, Bind-Rite Graphics, La-Z-Boy and CCL Label.
Robbinsville Township Fire Department a “Toys for Tots” 24/7 Drop Off Location
Robbinsville Township Fire Department:
10/14/2019 – 12/03/2019
Hours: 24/7
1149 Route 130, ROBBINSVILLE, New Jersey, 08691
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Robbinsville Township Fire Department a “Toys for Tots” 24/7 drop off location
To make a toy donation boxes are just inside the main entrance and available 24/7 Robbinsville Township Fire Department: 10/14/2019 – 12/03/2019Hours: 24/71149 Route 130, ROBBINSVILLE, New Je…
Bystander photo that was sent to us showing firefighters from Robbinsville Fire Department assisted by Bordentown Township handling a pickup truck fire at the Woodrow Wilson Service Plaza this afternoon.
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Tim Tafrow
Bill Veldof
Colin Vargo
November 10-16 is National Traffic Incident Response Week. #MoveOver or slow down for emergency vehicles. It’s the law. @dvrpc
Drives me crazy when people don’t move over or pull over when sirens come. I have been honked at, flipped off & almost hit for pulling over to let a vehicle with sirens go by! Hope everyone is okay!
November 9, 2019, ROBBINSVILLE, NJ
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The Robbinsville Township Fire Department along with several other departments responded to a structure fire on Main Street in the Robbinsville section of town.
The fire was reported around 4:24 p.m. and the Robbinsville Township Fire Department quickly arrived a few minutes later. The fire officer called for a full first alarm sending additional help from Hamilton, West Windsor and East Winsor Fire Departments.
The fire was located on the 2nd Floor in a bedroom of a multi-family dwelling. Firefighters advanced a line to the second floor though the rear entrance and quickly extinguished the fire. The quick response held most of the fire damage to the room and contents of the one apartment.
It appears that residents of up to four apartments are displaced due to the fire and will be temporarily relocated.
Hamilton Township Fire Department Stations 17, 19, 16 and 14. East Windsor Station 42, West Windsor Station 43 and Hightstown Station 41 all responded to the scene.
The fire is under investigation at the time of this report.
midjersey.news/2019/11/09/quick-response-saves-multi-family-dwelling/
Great job by all.
Thank you!
Good Job
Great..thanks
On Sunday November 3rd, clocks will fall back one hour for Daylight Saving Time.
Remember:
✅ Check your smoke alarms & replace the batteries.
The annual U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program will once again collect toys at the fire station located at 1149 Route 130. Toys will be collected until December 6th for children/families in need during the holiday season. The collection boxes are located in the foyer of the fire station which is accessible via the main entrance. Donations may be made at any time. The fire department has always been extremely proud of the response from the community and look forward to another successful year. We wish to thank everyone in advance for donating in an effort to make the holiday season special for others.
www.toysfortots.org/default.aspx
Captain Schnaudt with Firefighters Haemmerle, Herman, and D’Alonzo visited Town Center this evening to pass out candy to the many trick-or-treaters. We hope everyone had a fun and safe Halloween.
How wonderful!! Great thing to do. Not many came by my place this year...probably all went to where the fire department was. Thanks for all you guys and gals, do!
Thank you 🙏 guys for your unconditional support and for keeping our community safe year after year You’re the best! Best regards, Maritsa
Was a wonderfully spooky night for the kids, we got them until around 9!!! Thankful for the police presence!! 🎃
I think I need to party in Town Center next year.
Nice!
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On the evening of 10/27/19 the RTFD with the assistance of several local departments responded to the 900 block of Robbinsville Edinburg Road for a reported fire in a residential structure. Upon arrival FD personnel found fire showing from the first floor rear windows. The fire was extinguished resulting in moderate damage to the residence with no extension to the attached homes. There were no injuries.
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great catch by whoever called this in!
Good stop
This past week was National Fire Prevention Week. As we continue to make our many stops at our local schools and day care centers we would like to share the origins of how and why this week came to be.
Since 1922, the NFPA has sponsored the public observance of Fire Prevention Week. In 1925, President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed Fire Prevention Week a national observance, making it the longest-running public health observance in our country. During Fire Prevention Week, children, adults, and teachers learn how to stay safe in case of a fire. Firefighters provide lifesaving public education in an effort to drastically decrease casualties caused by fires.
Fire Prevention Week is observed each year during the week of October 6th in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire, which began on October 8, 1871, and caused devastating damage. This horrific conflagration killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures, and burned more than 2,000 acres of land.
This week is Fire Prevention Week. Over the next several days the RTFD will visit many of our younger residents at our local schools and day care centers. Fire prevention is not just for children. Please take a few minutes to review what you can do to protect your family from fire. We urge you to discuss fire prevention with your children and practice your escape plan.
“Not Every Hero Wears a Cape. Plan and Practice Your Escape!”
www.nfpa.org/fpw
Recently, the RTFD was awarded a federal grant in the amount of $10,947.61 though the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program. The funds will be used to purchase a FIT test machine which is utilized to test for the appropriate fit of a breathing (SCBA) mask. A FIT test is required for all firefighters as part of a required respiratory protection program.
The RTFD has been fortunate to receive several grant awards over the years, which has assisted the department tremendously while reducing the financial burden to our residents. We wish to thank FEMA, Congressman Chris Smith's office, and Robbinsville Township Administration for supporting the application throughout the process.
www.fema.gov/welcome-assistance-firefighters-grant-program
Great job as always Chief.
Chief you are a true asset to the Department and Township Congrats
Solid work congratulations on the awards guys!
Thanks to the Chief and all the others who participated in acquiring these funds.
Thank you for keeping us safe! Glad you were able to get the technology that keeps you all safe.
Great job!
Awesome job Chief!!! What is the total amount in grants that Robbinsville FD has received so far?
Way to go! Glad you get needed materials!
Good job Chief
That’s great news!
Awesome
Today the RTFD along with numerous public safety entities from Mercer County took part in a full-scale active shooter training exercise at CURE Insurance Arena in Trenton.
Thank you for you dedication to preparedness, praying it’s never needed
Thank you ALL for your service!
The RTFD responded to two serious motor vehicle accidents today. The first involved several vehicles on I-195 at the entrance to the NJTP. The second at MM 63 SB on the NJTP. Those injured were treated and transported with various injuries.
Photos courtesy of Dennis Symons, Jr. Photography
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!! My son was a passenger in the black vehicle! I appreciate you all for taking care of him when I couldn’t be there!!!
People need to slow it down and pay attention. Weaving in and out cutting in front of everyone today on 195 was ridiculous
Thank you for always being there to help and protect us
Sub station
Ralph Mennella
The RTFD responded to a vehicle fire today on the New Jersey Turnpike in the area of Exit 7A. The vehicle was quickly extinguished and the occupant was treated for minor injuries on scene. Burlington County IAFF Local 3091 - Bordentown Dennis Symons Upper Freehold Township Uniformed Firefighters - IAFF Local 4306
That had to be 1 intense fire because I saw the smoke from it all the way in Wall Twsp on 195! Glad the driver wasn't seriously hurt.
Prayers are up
Sub station time
Today a local resident and business owner stopped by the station to express his gratitude on 9/11 and shared his story. The letter needs no further explanation. Thank you for thinking of us.
Thank you for sharing your story Joe
Complete video of today's ceremony courtesy of Dennis Symons.
The Robbinsville Township Fire Department shared a morning of reflection at the Town Center Lake Memorial Tree on Lake Drive to honor Robbinsville resident Pamela Gaff and all of those lost on September 11, 2001.
A wreath was placed at the plaque of Mrs. Gaff, who was a Robbinsville/Washington Township resident and an employee of the Aon Corp. in the World Trade Center.
Thank you to the residents, the Robbinsville Township Police Department, Mayor Fried, Township Committee members, and those from Township Administration who came out to join us in remembering those we lost on this day 18 years ago.
Robbinsville Township
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Beautiful. Thank you for sharing. Never forget 911
We will NEVER FORGET.
Never Forget
The Robbinsville Township Fire Department shared a morning of reflection at the Town Center Lake Memorial Tree on Lake Drive to honor Robbinsville resident Pamela Gaff and all of those lost on September 11, 2001.
A wreath was placed at the plaque of Mrs. Gaff, who was a Robbinsville/Washington Township resident and an employee of the Aon Corp. in the World Trade Center.
Thank you to the residents, the Robbinsville Township Police Department, Mayor Fried, Township Committee members, and those from Township Administration who came out to join us in remembering those we lost on this day 18 years ago.
Robbinsville Township
Dennis Symons
Today the RTFD received a visit from the 9/11 Memorial 100 Mile March. The event consists of a nonstop: 32+ hour walk totaling 100 miles with the U.S. flag from JBMDL to the 9/11 Memorial in New York City. The flag being marched has been flown in combat missions over Afghanistan and upon arrival to Ground Zero is folded and presented to the staff who then fly it over the memorial.
Additionally, funds are being raised for the 9/11 museum in order to preserve the memory of the victims, responders, and military members.
Please consider donating. Link to donate found on 9/11 Memorial 100 Mile March.
I was in Iowa City this weekend. In light of 9/11 being this week I Made a point to visit the Iowa Firefighters Museum. They have a wonderful tribute case to the victims of 9/11 and a piece of the towers. It was all very moving.
That's awesome
