New Alarm Program Ensures Safety of Citizens
The Lakewood Fire Department and the Lakewood Police Department dedicated hundreds of hours to create an Alarm Assignment Program, a custom-designed protocol designed to streamline the emergency response process, ensuring that the appropriate personnel and equipment are dispatched promptly to the scene. It helps in efficiently allocating resources based on the nature and scale of the incident, allowing fire departments to manage their resources effectively and respond to emergencies in a coordinated
When a fire or other emergency occurs, the system automatically assigns a predefined level of response, which mobilizes specific resources such as fire engines, ladder trucks, and support units to the incident location.
The Lakewood Police Department Communication Division serves as the dispatch agency for the Township. They operate the emergency service dispatching system for police, fire, and other emergency services. Dispatchers are responsible for ensuring safe and efficient handling of emergency calls, ultimately providing service to our citizens.
Chief Yahr, of the Lakewood Fire Department, commends the exemplary work of the Lakewood Police Department’s Communication Division, stated, “The success of the Alarm Assignment Program is a testament to the dedication and professionalism of our colleagues at the Lakewood Police Department. Their commitment to public safety and seamless coordination has significantly improved our emergency response capabilities. The Lakewood Fire Department looks forward to continued collaboration with the Lakewood Police Department, fostering a strong partnership that prioritizes the safety and well-being of our residents.”
Fire Commissioner Harrison Pfeffer, Vice-Chairperson of the Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners, said, “We extend our sincere appreciation to the Lakewood Police Department’s Communication Division for their outstanding work and dedication to the safety of our community. The Alarm Assignment Program is a testament to their commitment to excellence in public service.”
For more information, contact Yehuda Beer, Administrator, Lakewood Fire District No. 1 at the Office (732) 364-5151 x6102 or Fax: (732) 370-4878.
About the LAKEWOOD FIRE DEPARTMENT: The Lakewood Fire District is made up of a combination volunteer and career fire department under the leadership of Chief Jonathan Yahr, and Deputy Chief David Wolf who report to the Board of Fire Commissioners. The volunteer department was established in 1888 and has grown to include seven strategically placed fire stations. The volunteer firefighters respond to all structure fires, requests for mutual aid, many and varied other emergencies. The career division fire stations are manned 24/7 and employ 32 career firefighters and officers. These firefighters and officers work 24 hours on and 72 hours off schedule with two officers and six firefighters on duty each of four shifts. The career firefighters respond as first responders to all calls and are responsible to follow established protocols in requesting volunteer assistance as incidents dictate.