January 17, 2026 — The Dumont Volunteer Fire Department responded to a motor vehicle crash on Prospect Avenue during winter weather conditions. Engine 5 and a rescue unit were dispatched to the scene, where crews worked to secure the area and assist as needed while snowfall and slick road conditions complicated travel. Department officials reminded residents to use caution on area roadways, noting that the Department of Public Works was actively treating roads throughout the weekend to improve safety as winter conditions persisted.