Jersey City Fire Department Takes High-Rise Training to the Next Level with Summer Training Series
The Jersey City Fire Department (JCFD) is taking top-tier training to an even higher level with intensive high-rise operations training taking place throughout the summer, and their efforts are drawing national attention. Notably, representatives from the
City of Miami Department of Fire Rescue traveled to Jersey City to observe the training and deploy similar operations within their own Florida fire department.
As part of a series of scheduled evolutions aimed at strengthening firefighter preparedness in complex urban settings, the hands-on training focuses on advanced pumping techniques and the charging and
flowing of hose lines — critical components of high-rise fire response.
“This training is not only essential to the safety of our firefighters but also to the residents and workers in Jersey City's rapidly growing skyline,” said
Jersey City Mayor Steven M. Fulop.
“We are constantly working to enhance our operational readiness, especially when it comes to highrise emergencies,” adds
JCFD
Chief Jack Johnson. “I’m proud of our department’s commitment to excellence and innovation.”
Deputy Chief Constance Zappella, who leads the JCFD’s Division of Training says it was an
honor to host fellow colleagues from Miami. “This kind of interagency collaboration and
knowledge sharing strengthens the fire service as a whole. It speaks volumes about the leadership and expertise within our department that others are looking to us as a model.”
“This training was the result of weeks of planning, coordination, and strong partnerships,” said
Battalion Chief Christopher Daliani. “Thanks to the support of 55 Hudson Street and our city partners, we were able to create a realistic, high-pressure environment to better prepare our crews for the challenges of high-rise firefighting.”
Past evolutions also included participation from the
Newark Fire Department, and additional dates were made available to other agencies interested in observing or participating in the expert training drills.
Representatives from the City of Miami Fire Department praised the training program, stating, “The professionalism and attention to detail displayed by Jersey City’s firefighters is impressive. Their approach to high-rise firefighting and pumping strategy is exactly the type of hands-on experience we are looking to incorporate in Miami. We appreciate the opportunity to learn from one of the best.”
The Jersey City Fire Department extends its gratitude to the management of 55 Hudson Street and all involved agencies for their dedication to public safety and continued support of collaborative emergency response training.
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