Learn first hand what it's like to be a firefighter during the Willingboro Fire Department's Citizen Fire Academy! The Citizen Fire Academy is fun and informative for the citizens living or working in the Township of Willingboro. During this eight-week program, participants complete several hands-on training evolutions to gain a better understanding of fire department operations and emergency response. ... (Full Story & Photos)
On Tuesday March 14, 2023 at 6:30 pm a ceremony was held at Willingboro FIRE & EMS to swear-in the three (3) new full-time Firefighters and eight (8) new full-time Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs). The eight new EMTs made history for the department as being the first ever full-time EMTs hired for the Township of Willingboro. The Honorable Mayor Kaya McIntosh gave the Oath of Office to all the ... (Full Story & Photos)
Chief Burnett discusses each honorees biography with the audience.
Andre Quarles receiving course completion certification.
On the evening of Tuesday, January 31, 2023, Firefighters Andre Quarles, Jonathan Levins, and Marcus Dawson graduated from the Fall 2022 Firefighter 1 Program. All of the candidates completed the N.J. Division of Fire Safety 212 hour course curriculum at the Burlington County Emergency Services Training Center. Congratulations to them all and stay safe!... (Full Story & Photos)
On February 1, 2023 at approximately 2:00 am, the fire department (B-Platoon), along with EMS, were dispatched to the 200 block of Club House Drive, for a reported dwelling fire. Engine 1613 arrived on location and reported heavy fire showing from the first and second floor at the A/B corner of the structure. Crews were able to bring the fire under control within 25 minutes. No injuries to any civilians ... (Full Story & Photos)
FF James Anderson's wife, Lisa, pins on his retirement badge.
On Friday, January 27, 2023, James Anderson, Firefighter retired after more than 40 years of service to Willingboro Township. Firefighter Anderson was recognized with a retirement ceremony that began at 1:00 pm at Willingboro Fire and EMS Headquarters. Firefighter Anderson started his fire service career as a volunteer Firefighter in May of 1982. James Anderson was hired as a provisional Firefighter ... (Full Story & Photos)
