William C. Packer, III, 76, of Westville, NJ, passed away on April 16th at his home. Bill is survived by his wife of fifty years Florence (nee Woodward), his six children; Stacey (Rich) Wright, Patti (Bill) Bartley, Jenn Packer, William (Amie) Packer, Jamie (Joe) Schili, Michael … [Read more...]

On April 16th, companies were dispatched to the 200 Block of S. Lincoln Avenue in National Park for a reported Rubbish Fire, Chief 801 arrived to find a fire in a rear yard involving a fence and some brush. Engine Company 812 arrived and operated an 1-3/4" water line to … [Read more...]

On March 28th,  Rescue Company 738 handled a vehicle fire on Delsea Drive. The fire was knocked down with a portable fire extinguisher prior to arrival. Members operated an 1-3/4" water line to extinguish the remaining fire and soak the smoldering plastics to avoid re-ignition … [Read more...]

On March 18th, Ladder Company 736 operated on a Task Force 33 box for fire in a Dwelling in the 1000 Blk. of Alcyon Drive. The Ladder Company placed ground ladders and was then assigned to the roof to open up. Once the initial vent hole was opened, it was then extended to the … [Read more...]

  On the evening of March 16th, National Park and Westville Fire Departments were dispatched to the 200 Block of S. Grove Avenue for a report of a wall collapse in a single family Dwelling. Upon arrival companies found a large portion of the basement wall had collapsed in … [Read more...]

  On March 14th, Winter Storm Stella brought with her 27 calls for service in a 12 hour period for the Members of the Department, 25 of which were Fire Responses ranging from a Fire Alarm Activation as a result of a small fire in an apartment that was extinguished on … [Read more...]

  On March 5th,  Rescue Company 738 relocated to Gloucester City to cover while they took part in the Annual Gloucester City Saint Patrick's Day Parade. While on the transfer, the Rescue Company and Battalion 504 took in an Activated Fire Alarm at the First Baptist … [Read more...]

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Life Member Stephen Cope Sr. The Officers and Members of the Westville Fire Department offer our sincerest condolences to the entire Cope Family. Obituary for Mr. Stephen E. Cope, Sr. Stephen E. Cope, Sr. of … [Read more...]

On December 6th at approximatley 1835 hours, Rescue Co. 738, BLS 739, Battallion 703, as well as Rescue Co 32, BLS 317, and ALS units responded to a Motor Vehicle Crash with entrapment on I-295 at the 24.5 mile marker northbound. Battalion 703 arrived on location, confirming a … [Read more...]