Glen Gardner Fire Company Reports Active November With 15 Incidents, Training, and Community Events
Photo by Glen Gardner Fire Company #1Apparatus staged and ready during a late-night emergency response in Glen Gardner.
Photo by Glen Gardner Fire Company #1Structural damage visible after a fire incident, with the scene secured for safety.
Photo by Glen Gardner Fire Company #1Engine crew delivering water supply as heavy smoke conditions intensify.
Photo by Glen Gardner Fire Company #1Tanker operations supporting extended fire suppression efforts.
Photo by Glen Gardner Fire Company #1Multi-agency response lined up during a large-scale November incident.
Photo by Glen Gardner Fire Company #1Firefighter knocking down remaining hot spots during an outdoor fire response.
December 2, 2025 — The Glen Gardner Fire Company responded to 15 incidents in the month of November, marking a steady period of emergency activity, training, and community involvement for the department.
Firefighters took part in the annual Bethlehem Township Emergency Services joint live-burn training at the Hunterdon County Emergency Services Training Center, enhancing hands-on fire suppression and coordination skills. Crews also completed training on new electronic equipment installed in their apparatus to stay current with evolving technology.
Outside of emergency response, Brush 12 and Squad 12 represented the department at a celebratory event for the Voorhees High School girls cross-country team. The company also hosted two successful fundraisers during the month—a coin toss and a vendor craft fair—helping support ongoing operations.
Top Responding Members for November:
- Captain Joseph Starcher — 93%
- Firefighter Anthony Starcher — 80%
- Chief Bryan Stevens — 67%
- Firefighter Daniel Stone — 53%
- Firefighter Thomas Stevens — 53%
November Call Breakdown:
- 3 Structure Fires
- 4 Alarm Activations
- 4 Motor Vehicle Accidents
- 2 Outside Fires
- 1 Carbon Monoxide Alarm
- 1 Gas Leak
With the fall brush fire season continuing, Chief Bryan Stevens reminded residents to keep loose brush at least 10 feet from structures, noting that dry and breezy conditions can cause brush fires to spread at extreme speed.
The department also encouraged anyone interested in joining the fire service to reach out directly for more information.
Respectfully submitted by Chief Bryan Stevens.
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