Fanwood Fire Department Responds to More Than 30 Storm Emergencies, Including Serious Crash Sunday Morning

The Fanwood Fire Department responded to more than 30 emergencies over two days, handling widespread storm damage from Friday night's severe weather and a serious motor vehicle crash Sunday morning.

In the aftermath of Friday's storm, firefighters answered more than 30 calls for service, including a structure fire, multiple reports of trees falling onto homes, downed trees and power lines, multiple carbon monoxide incidents caused by generator malfunctions or improper generator use, and numerous other hazardous conditions.

Union County Life is reporting on this fire department emergency response. Power restoration and storm cleanup remain ongoing throughout the borough as utility crews, Public Works employees, and emergency responders continue working to restore normal conditions.

Fire officials urged residents to continue exercising caution around downed trees and power lines, reminding the public to assume all wires are energized and to avoid areas where cleanup operations are underway.

The department also reminded residents using portable generators to operate them safely. Generators should never be operated inside homes, garages, or other enclosed spaces because they produce carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless gas that can quickly become deadly.

As crews continued responding to storm-related incidents, the department was dispatched Sunday morning to La Grande Avenue for a reported motor vehicle crash. Upon arrival, firefighters found a vehicle that had left the roadway, hit two structures, and come to rest on top of a parked vehicle.

The driver was evaluated at the scene before being transported to a local hospital for further treatment. Firefighters stabilized the vehicle, assisted with its removal, and secured the area while crews worked to eliminate potential hazards. The cause of the crash has not been released.

The weekend-long responses to emergencies underscore the dedication of Fanwood's volunteer firefighters as the borough continues to recover from one of the most damaging storms to hit the area in recent years.

For more information about Fanwood emergency services and storm recovery, stay informed on Union County Life.

FAQ

Q: How many emergency calls did Fanwood Fire respond to after the Friday storm?
A: The Fanwood Fire Department responded to more than 30 calls for service in the aftermath of Friday's severe storm.

Q: What types of emergencies did firefighters handle?
A: Incidents included a structure fire, multiple reports of trees falling onto homes, downed trees and power lines, multiple carbon monoxide incidents caused by generator malfunctions or improper use, and numerous other hazardous conditions.

Q: How should residents use portable generators safely?
A: Generators should never be operated inside homes, garages, or other enclosed spaces because they produce carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless gas that can quickly become deadly. Always operate generators outdoors, away from windows and doors.

Q: What happened in the Sunday morning motor vehicle crash?
A: On Sunday morning, a vehicle left the roadway on La Grande Avenue, hit two structures, and came to rest on top of a parked vehicle. The driver was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The cause is under investigation.

Q: What should residents do around downed power lines?
A: Assume all wires are energized. Avoid areas with downed power lines and allow utility crews and emergency responders space to work safely.

Q: Is recovery still ongoing in Fanwood?
A: Yes. Power restoration and storm cleanup remain ongoing throughout the borough as utility crews, Public Works employees, and emergency responders continue working to restore normal conditions.