Cherry Hill Professional Firefighters

01/25/2026

Your Cherry Hill Professional Firefighters were humbled to be on hand at MISSION BBQ on Friday, January 23, 2026, for an event honoring U.S. Marine Corps Lance Corporal (LCpl) Jeremy Kane.

Cherry Hill native LCpl Kane died from wounds sustained while supporting combat operations in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, while serving in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. He was assigned to the 4th Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion out of Camp Pendleton, CA. He died at the age of 22 on January 23, 2010.

A booth in the Cherry Hill Mission BBQ location was dedicated in LCPL Kane's memory. Several CHFD members were honored to be on hand for the dedication and to extend their support to Jeremy's mother, Assemblywoman Melinda Kane.

Pictured (1st photo, left to right): Cherry Hill Fire Department Rescue 13 FF/EMT Nick Bacigalupo (USMC SSgt), Melinda Hopkins Kane, Ladder 1324 FF/EMT Pat Schetter (USMC Sgt), and Rescue 13 FF/EMT Shane Tambussi (US Army SPC).

01/23/2026

Your A-Platoon Cherry Hill Fire Department Professional Firefighters from Engine 1352 and Safety 13A responded via automatic aid into Maple Shade and were first on scene of a well-involved dwelling fire early on Friday, January 23, 2026.

01/22/2026

🎉 🎉 🎉 Your Cherry Hill Professional Firefighters started our page 15 years ago today - on January 21, 2011!

We thank our more than 6,500 followers for supporting our members and the hard work they do each and every day. 🎂 🎂 🎂

01/21/2026

Your Cherry Hill Fire Department Professional Firefighters are proud to announce that Lt. Rob Luft (Cherry Hill Fire Officers IAFF Local 3198); Fire Prevention Specialist Mark Scian and FF/EMT (Retired) Frank DeLucca (Cherry Hill Firefighters IAFF Local 2663); and EMT Alexis Homan (Camden County IAFF Local 3249) successfully completed the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Peer Support Training earlier this month.

This training gives members the necessary knowledge and skills to support their peers, have a basic understanding of common behavioral health issues affecting fire and EMS services, serve as a bridge to community resources or behavioral health treatment when indicated, and build or enhance their peer support programs.

The CHFD now has approximately 15 active and retired members trained in peer support who serve on the Cherry Hill Fire Department's "CHFD One" and/or New Jersey Firefighters PFANJ's Peer Support Teams.

01/20/2026

Your A-Platoon Cherry Hill Fire Department Professional Firefighters from Engine 1342 and Rescue Ladder 13 responded on Sunday, January 18, 2026 via automatic aid into Voorhees to assist the Voorhees Fire Department at a dwelling fire.

01/20/2026

Your B-Platoon Cherry Hill Fire Department Professional Firefighters from Ladder 1324, Engine 1352, and Safety 13A responded on Monday, January 19, 2026, via automatic aid to assist the Pennsauken Fire Department on the scene of a dwelling fire.

01/16/2026

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TRENTON, NJ – January 14, 2026 – Monday, the New Jersey State Legislature unanimously passed Assembly Bill No. 2145/Senate Bill No. 2373, formally known as the “New Jersey First Responders Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Protection Act” and today Governor Phil Murphy signed the Act into law. ...

01/14/2026

📣January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month📣

The Cherry Hill Fire Department has issued 213 badge numbers to firefighters in its history. Unfortunately, at least 23 of these members have been diagnosed with cancer or have undergone precancer treatment, and 2 members have tragically lost their lives to the disease.

Your Cherry Hill Professional Firefighters are dedicated to protecting our members from cancer. Ongoing efforts include:

☑️ Advocating for second sets of turnout gear for all firefighters.
☑️ Encouraging members to keep their gear clean and supporting departmental processes for this purpose.
☑️ Advising members to keep all turnout gear and any potentially contaminated equipment or clothing away from living areas.
☑️ Testing PFAS-free turnout gear with several members. PFAS, used for water and heat resistance, are linked to cancers and other serious health issues, as firefighters may absorb them through their gear. Since 2022, all uniforms issued to members has been PFAS-free.
☑️ Urging members to have regular medical checkups, including cancer screenings, to facilitate early detection of health concerns.
🔜Promoting the installation of source capture solutions to eliminate hazardous vehicle exhaust fumes, particularly carcinogenic diesel emissions, in our firehouses.
🔜Researching and advocating for measures and technological improvements to enhance members' sleep quality.

01/09/2026

Your Cherry Hill Fire Department Professional Firefighters congratulate Richard Rubenstein on his nomination to serve as a New Jersey Judge of Workers' Compensation, being approved by the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Mr. Rubenstein's expertise in Workers' Compensation law and tireless advocacy for New Jersey's injured first responders - including several of your Cherry Hill Professional Firefighters - is second to none.

Mr. Rubenstein's nomination faces a full State Senate confirmation vote next week. We thank you for your lifetime body of work advocating for workers' rights, and wish you the best of luck in the next stage of your honorable career.

Pictured: Richard Rubenstein (left) and Cherry Hill Firefighter and former Cherry Hill Firefighters International Association of Fire Fighters Local 2663 President James Lyons.

01/07/2026

🗓️ January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month 🗓️

In 2025, nearly 80% of line-of-duty deaths of International Association of Fire Fighters members are attributed to occupational cancer. This statistic is more than a number—it represents firefighters, fire departments, and families forever changed.

Cancer remains the leading cause of line-of-duty death in the fire service. Prevention, early detection, and survivorship support must remain priorities at every level of the fire service. Your Cherry Hill Professional Firefighters work hard to educate our members on ways to protect themselves and constantly advocate on their behalves to ensure that they go home safe.

01/07/2026

Your C-Platoon Cherry Hill Fire Department Professional Firefighters, EMTs, and our automatic aid partners responded on Monday, January 5, 2026, to a well-involved dwelling fire on the 200 block of Garfield Avenue. No injuries were reported, and the fire remains under investigation.

Special thanks to the volunteers from Rehab 13 - Deer Park Fire Company for the on-scene support.

01/07/2026

Your C-Platoon Cherry Hill Fire Department Professional Firefighters from Ladder 1324 and Safety 13A responded on Saturday, January 3, 2026 into the City of Camden to assist on the scene of a multi-alarm fire in a commercial occupancy.

4th Alarm @ 2040hrs
3rd Alarm @ 2013hrs
All Hands Fire
City of Camden
Camden County
2800 blk of Mt Ephraim Ave

BC 1 has heavy fire showing from a 1 story building, all hands in service.

Photo credit to original photographer