Springfield FMBA local 57

10/12/2026

This morning, Tour 1 trained on removing a patient off a roof utilizing our stokes basket, 6:1 rigging system, and our ladder truck.

10/02/2026

Springfield Fire Department is holding our annual Halloween candy drive to help support our neighbors on Tooker Avenue.
If you would like to donate, please drop off any unopened candy at the firehouse between now and October 30th.

*In leu of calling the firehouse a QR code will be provided for Tooker Ave residents to sign up for candy pickup and will be provided within in the next week*

Thank you for your support

09/12/2026

Springfield FMBA is proud to support our 12U Springfield Minutemen as they work toward their trip to Cooperstown! ⚾️🚒

These young ballplayers are raising money for an unforgettable week at All Star Village in August 2027. Keep an eye out for their donation boxes around town and help support the boys on their Road to Cooperstown!

Good luck, Minutemen! Springfield is behind you! ⚾️🔥

09/07/2026

07/30/2026

Local 57 is saddened to hear of the passing of Retired Fire Chief Donald Schwerdt Jr on July 29th.

Chief Schwerdt dedicated many years of service to the Springfield Fire Department and our community. He was appointed to the department on December 1, 1977, and served as our Fire Chief from 2004 to 2006, prior to his retirement.

Please keep Retired Chief Schwerdts' family and friends in your prayers.

07/16/2026

We are asking for immediate support for one of our own.

The home of a fellow Springfield firefighter and his family was destroyed in a fire. Thankfully, they made it out sately, but they lost many of their personal belongings, including clothing and everyday necessities.

After more than 25 years spent protecting others in their time of need, this brother and his family now need the support of the fire service community.

Any contribution will help them with their immediate needs and help them begin to rebuild.

Donations can be made by:

Checks payable to: FMBA Local 57

Venmo: -FMBA
Subject: JURCZAK

Mailing Address:
Springfield Local 57
PO Box 512
Springfield, NJ 07081

Please consider helping if you can. This is one of those times when we take care of our own.

07/05/2026

Standing by during the show. Happy 250th Birthday America!

07/01/2026

Congratulations Captain Wanamaker!