Berlin Fire Company No. 1 Extinguished Vehicle Fire on Cross Keys Road

Berlin, N.J. — October 11 — Berlin Fire Company No.1 received a call about a vehicle fire near Cross Keys Road and Park Drive around 1:20 p.m.on October 11.

Chief 21-1 arrived at the scene and found that there was an active fire in the vehicle’s engine compartment. Squad Company 21-1 arrived soon after and used a booster reel to help put the fire out.

Engine Company 21-1 then helped with overhaul operations to make sure the fire was completely gone. This process allowed firefighters to check the area for any remaining heat sources and prevent the fire from starting again.

Fire Police 21-1 worked with the Berlin Police Department to manage traffic during the incident. Their efforts helped keep the area around the emergency scene safe and gave firefighters a better working environment near the road.

The response involved teamwork between the department’s command officer, the fire suppression teams, and the fire police.

Each group had a specific role, from checking the situation upon arrival to extinguishing the fire and handling traffic issues.

Berlin Fire Company No. 1 serves the borough as a volunteer fire department. The Borough of Berlin includes the company as part of its local public safety services, along with the police department, emergency medical services, and emergency management.