Fire Department

EMERGENCY - WHAT TO DO WHEN CALLING 9-1-1
It is very important that all children be made familiar with what to do in the event of an emergency and that help is available by dialing 9-1-1.

WHEN CALLING 9-1-1 REMAIN CALM AND SPEAK CLEARLY.
Provide the 9-1-1 telecommunicator with the following information: Exactly what the problem is - the phone number you are calling from - your address and name.

STAY ON THE TELEPHONE. ANSWER THE TELECOMMUNICATOR'S QUESTIONS AND FOLLOW ANY INSTRUCTIONS YOU MAY BE GIVEN.
The 9-1-1 system is designed to display your House Number, Street Name, and Municipality you actually live in. If you do not know your house number, Please contact Town Hall.

Wharton Borough Police Department
10 Robert Street
Wharton, New Jersey 07885


The Wharton Borough Police Department assumed responsibilities for providing all police service to the Township of Mine Hill on May 1, 2002.

The Wharton Borough Police Department currently consists of (21) sworn officers and (2) civilian employees. In addition, the department employs (11) Part-time Crossing Guards and supervises (3) Part time Crossing Guards employed by the Township of Mine Hill.

Dispatching services are provided by the Morris County Sheriff's Department Communications Center.

Residents requiring police assistance should use the following numbers:

In Emergencies: Dial: 9-1-1

Non-Emergencies: Dial: 973-366-0557

Police Department Business Office Hours: Dial: 973-366-5893
Monday - Friday 8:30-4:30

Residents requiring Copies of Reports, Fingerprinting, Temporary Handicapped Parking Permits, Fire Arms Identification Cards, Pistol Permits and Good Conduct Letters are asked to contact the Police Department during normal business hours.


Wharton Police Department Personnel

Chief Anthony Fernandez
Sergeant Gerald Bernotas - Administrative Sergeant
Sergeant Frank Wheatley Sergeant David Young
Sergeant James Wheatley Sergeant John Roon
Detective David Moreno Detective Gordon Gillen
Patrolman James Rice Patrolman Douglas Paugh
Patrolman Wm. Zimmerman Patrolman James Belcher
Patrolman Sean Maher Patrolman William Hamilton
Patrolman Kevin Rabbitt Patrolman Charles Kranz
Patrolman Henry Tremain Patrolman Karl Fleck
Thomas Jennings - Records Clerk Susan Megletti - Records Clerk



Mine Hill Fire Department

Organized in 1915, the MHFD has been dedicated to protecting the lives and properties of the residents of Mine Hill for almost 87 years. The MHFD stands ready each and every day of the year to respond, at a moment's notice, 25 hours a day. The members take great pride in maintaining all of the vehicles and equipment. Each year the Department participates in various activities (parades, antique musters, etc.) with the side benefit of always having the vehicles and equipment in tip top shape.

In addition to protecting life and property, the Fire Department sponsors many activities throughout the year such as the Annual Easter Egg Hunt, the Halloween Parade, and Santa Claus' ride through the town. In addition, we sponsor many organizations each year such as the Boy Scouts, Little League, Dover Football, etc. Fireman's Field and the children's playground area, which is used by all, it also maintained by the Fire Department.

As always, the Fire Department is looking for volunteer firefighters. If you would like to apply, please stop by the Fire House any Monday evening between 7 and 9, and we will be glad to show you around!