Cherry Hill Professional Firefighters

🇺🇸 HAPPY 250TH BIRTHDAY, AMERICA! 🇺🇸

Your Cherry Hill Professional Firefighters are honored to serve at the crossroads of the American Revolution—just miles from the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence was adopted in the cradle of our nation’s birthplace.

While we are proud to still protect the historic "Kings Highway" that cuts through the heart of Cherry Hill today, we are much happier celebrating our independence and our nation’s 250th Birthday! 🎆

As you enjoy the festivities, please remember to celebrate safely. Your firefighters are on duty 24/7/365, standing ready to protect our community throughout the holiday.

Have a happy and safe 4th of July! 🇺🇸🚒

🚨 A-PLATOON RESPONDS TO HAZMAT INCIDENT ON HOLLYWOOD AVENUE 🚨

On Monday, June 29, 2026, your A-Platoon Cherry Hill Professional Firefighters responded to a hazardous materials incident on the 600 block of Hollywood Avenue. Crews arrived on location to find a haze and strong chemical smell in the area, which was discovered to be due to a chemical reaction occurring at an industrial facility on the block.

The Cherry Hill Fire Department's HazMat Unit, along with our mutual aid partners from the Camden City Fire Department and Camden County Public Safety HazMat, immediately monitored air quality and worked with plant personnel to safely resolve the situation. Air monitoring confirmed there was no threat to public health and there were no injuries to plant personnel, civilians, or emergency personnel

Camden County Office of Emergency Management
Camden Fire Officers Local #2578
CFD Local 788

🚒 🚒 🚒 A-PLATOON RESPONDS TO KRESSON ROAD DWELLING FIRE 🚒🚒 🚒

On Monday, June 22, 2026, your A-Platoon Cherry Hill Professional Firefighters responded to the 500 block of Kresson Road for a dwelling fire.

Despite working in high heat and humidity, a rapid response quickly brought the fire under control and prevented further damage to the structure. No injuries were reported and the fire is under investigation by the Cherry Hill Fire Department Fire Marshal's office.

Thanks to Mount Laurel Fire Department Mount Laurel Professional Fire Fighters IAFF Local 4408, Haddon Fire Company No. 1, Westmont Fire Company No. 1, and Rehab 13 - Deer Park Fire Company members for fire ground support.

The The Billy Walker Jr. Foundation's 13th Annual Softball Tournament will be held on Sunday, August 30, 2026.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.thebillywalkerjrfoundation.org/

Your C-Platoon Cherry Hill Fire Department Professional Firefighters from Ladder 1324 responded Thursday, June 18, 2026 via automatic aid into Haddon Township to assist Westmont Fire Company No. 1 on the scene of a building fire.

Haddon Towne Center Mailroom Fire Quickly Subdued - NJ PEN Personnel from five local fire companies responded to the call shortly after 6 p.m. Thursday.

Your Cherry Hill Fire Department Professional Firefighters wish all the dad's out there - especially those on-duty today - a safe and happy Father's Day!

🎖️ CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PROMOTIONS! 🎖️

Your Cherry Hill Professional Firefighters proudly congratulate our members on their well-deserved promotions! A ceremony was held at Cherry Hill Fire Department Headquarters on June 17, 2026:

🚒 Battalion Chief Stephen G. Kinky - Assigned as Shift Commander of A-Platoon. BC Kinky also serves as Treasurer of Cherry Hill Fire Officers International Association of Fire Fighters Local 3198 and has served with the CHFD since 2007.

🚒 Captain Sean McGowan - Will serve as Captain of Station 4 / Engine 1342 and assigned to B-Platoon. Captain McGowan has served with the CHFD since 2009.

Both BC Kinky and Captain McGowan have demonstrated exceptional dedication, leadership, and professionalism throughout their careers. We are proud to see them advance and know they will continue to serve our members, department, and community with distinction.

Congratulations, Battalion Chief Kinky and Captain McGowan! 👏🚒

Pictured (left to right): Assistant Chief Timothy McGeady, Captain Sean McGowan, Battalion Chief Steve Kinky, Fire Chief Wade Houlihan, and Assistant Chief Brett DeLucca.

🇺🇸 HONORING OUR WOMEN VETERANS 🇺🇸

On this 2026 Women Veterans Recognition Day, June 12th, your Cherry Hill Professional Firefighters proudly honor International Association of Fire Fighters Local 2663 Cherry Hill Fire Department Firefighter/EMT and U.S. Coast Guard Veteran Lacey Heist and CHFD EMT and U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Shanner Danner for their service and sacrifice to our nation.

Women Veterans Recognition Day is observed annually on June 12th to honor the service and sacrifices of female members of the U.S. military. This date marks the anniversary of the 1948 Women's Armed Services Integration Act, landmark legislation signed by President Harry S. Truman that granted women the right to serve as permanent members of the regular Armed Forces.

We are grateful for Lacey and Shannon's dedication—first to our country in uniform, and now to our community as first responders. Thank you both for your continued service! 🇺🇸🚒

🚒 MAPLE SHADE DWELLING FIRE🚒

On Monday, June 8, 2026, B-Platoon members from Engine 1352, Battalion 13, and Safety 13 responded via automatic aid into Maple Shade and were first on scene at a dwelling fire on the unit block of Farnsworth Avenue.

Thanks to a rapid response and aggressive fire attack, damage was limited and no injuries were reported. The fire is currently under investigation by local authorities.

🔥🎗️ June is .

The stress of the job doesn't always end when the call is over. If you or a fellow member are struggling, help is available.

Explore resources for our members and their families ➡️ https://www.cherryhillfirefighters.org/initiatives/mental-behavioral-health--support & iaff.org/behavioral-health See less