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BRIDGETON FIRE DEPARTMENT |
Frequently asked questions:
I am starting a business in Bridgeton. Do I need a fire inspection? To comply with state and local codes, your business will most likely need an annual fire inspection. For more information click here.
I am selling or buying a home. I am told I need a Certificate of Smoke Detector/Carbon Monoxide Detector and Fire Extinguisher Compliance. The Bureau of Fire Prevention can provide this certificate. Fees range from $35.00 to $125.00. Call for an appointment. For more information click here.
Can I burn leaves or trash in my yard? No person or persons shall make or cause to be made any open fire or bonfire of any kind or burn any type of combustible materials whatsoever in the City of Bridgeton except for cooking purposes or indoor fireplaces, incinerators or furnaces according to Chapter 107 of the City Code.
I had a small fire on my property or in my house but it is now extinguished. Should I call the fire department? Yes! Many times a fire can appear out but my reignite minutes or even hours later. Always call 911 as soon as possible if you see or smell smoke or fire. In addition, insurance companies often require a fire report from the fire department.
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Emergency Dial 911 Firehouse: 451-0091 City Hall: 455-3230 Bridgeton Police: 451-0033 Health Department: 327-7602 |
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Contact Information
Telephone: Emergency Dial 911 for Police - Fire - Ambulance For non-emergency police matters, call 451-0033 Shift Captain/Lieutenant, 24 Hour Non-Emergency, General Inquiries (856) 451-0090 Administration, EMS Billing, Fire Inspection Bureau, Smoke Detector/CO & Extinguisher Certifications (856) 451-0091 Fire Alarm Do not give your fire alarm company the above phone numbers to use when reporting a fire alarm. During emergencies, no one may be available to answer telephone calls at the fire house. Call the Cumberland County Communications Center at (856) 455-8500 to obtain the proper telephone number to report a fire alarm.
E-Mail: Administration, Operations, Fire Code Official Employment, Fire Code Inspections, Fire Investigation, Operations "A" Shift "A" Shift "B" Shift "B" Shift "C" Shift "C" Shift, Emergency Management Tiffany Durham (Office) EMS Quality Control, EMS & Rescue Services Billing, Smoke Detector Certificates
© 2008 Bridgeton Fire Department Disclaimer: The information provided on this web site is intended to provide news, informative content and general information for the public. It is not intended to take the place of or conflict with any City of Bridgeton or Bridgeton Fire Department policy, statements or actions. For official statements about emergency events, Fire Department policy or any other information for legal or official use, please contact Fire Chief David Schoch. |
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Emergency: 911 Business: 451-0091 Fax: 459-1801
Serving Since 1877
Cohansey 1877 Minerva 1840 Neptune 1819
Incident Survey: Fire 2009: 1181 2008: 1210 2007: 1057 2006: 846 2005: 851 2004: 873 2003: 895 2002: 946 2001: 985 2000: 876
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