April 25th, 2008

In the late afternoon Oradell units were dispatched for a possible brush fire in the Oradell Reservoir area. At the same time Haworth units were receiving calls and being dispatched as well. Haworth units located the fire on their side of the water off of Lake Shore Drive. The fire was deep into the United Water property around the Reservoir and required several Engines and a Drafting operation for water supply. Oradell Car 20, 201 and Engine 24 responded to assist Haworth and other agencies. Oradell Engine 24 was deep into the woods being supplied by Haworth Engine 162 which was drafting. Units operated about 3 hours due to the location and amount of area that had burned.

 
 
 

April 18th, 2008

At 1:20am Oradell and River Edge FD units were dispatched as a second alarm to New Milford for a house fire on Ridge Street. New Milford units had heavy fire showing from several sides upon arrival. Oradell Chief 20 and 201 went to the scene while Tower 21 and Engine 24 stood by at New Milford CO# 2 with River Edge Engine 13. River Edge Ladder 11 and Engine 12 operated with New Milford at the scene. Stand by units were in New Milford for several hours.

April 13th, 2008

The Sluggers pulled out another win today against Mahwah FD, winning 14 to 10. Although our Star First Baseman was not there, the sluggers took the lead early and held on for the win. Coach Moretti stated "knowing the game locations and time is the most important part of any game!"

April 12th, 2008

OFD units were dispatched for a Motor Vehicle Crash at the intersection of Oradell Ave and Kinderkamack Road.  Car 20, Car 201 and Squad 22 responded.  Upon arrival the Squad made the vehicles safe and controlled a small fluid spill.  New Milford EMS was also on scene treating several minor injuries.  Crews operated about 20 minutes.

 

April 6th, 2008

In what some call an incredible show of sports creams, the OFD Sluggers pinched, pulled, staggered and labored to a 13-4 victory over Hawthorne FD today.  Coach Kufel stated "with Coach Moretti on the 15 day DL, I will have my work cut out, but we will prevail".  Whatever the situation, the Sluggers have a long season ahead, stay tuned.

March 26th, 2008

Better late than never, the Oradell Fire Department hosted their 2008 Installation Dinner this past Saturday. Both line and administrative officers were welcomed into their new positions by the Mayor and Council and various awards and department recognitions were given.

 
 

March 17th, 2008

At 12:24 hours Oradell 21 Truck was special called to the Boulevard in New Milford for a Structure Fire. Asst Chief 201 operated with the crew from NMFD Engine 32 on knocking the fire down while the crew from 21 Truck performed vent and overhaul. Oradell units operated for about an hour. Photos from Brett Dzadik

 

March 16th, 2008

In honor of St. Patricks Day, members of the Oradell FD marched in the annual Parade in Bergenfield today.  Thanks to M. Somma for the pictures

 

March 15th, 2008

Work continues at the firehouse this afternoon as Lt. Bonte, Chief Burns, and Probie FF Gourley install a new hose reel in the apparatus bay next to Squad 22

 

March 8th, 2008

Recent wet weather has brought the local streams and rivers to near capacity again.  Oradell FD members spent some time Friday night checking all the water rescue equipment just in case.

 

February 27th, 2008

During the evening rush, Oradell units were dispatched to assist the Police with a 2 car crash on Oradell Avenue.  Chief 20, 201, Squad 22 and Engine 24 responded for a quick battery disconnect and to control a small fluid spill.  Oradell units were on scene about 15 minutes.

 

February 25th, 2008

Oradell FD members went through extensive New Jersey Transit Bus Training this evening, learning about the operations and emergency procedures of the most commonly found buses in our area.  The in-house lecture was followed by a tour and orientation of the local NJT Oradell Bus Garage.  Thanks to Lou and Bob of NJT for their assistance.

 
 

February 22nd, 2008

In response to the motor vehicle crash Thursday night, PSEG and an environmental survey and clean-up company were deployed to the Hackensack River in the area of the Oradell Ave. Bridge.  Oradell's Dive/Water Rescue units were deployed to that area as well to assist and monitor the safety of the company's boat crew. Car 20, Car 201, SCUBA-26, Utility 25, Marine 1, and Marine 2 operated on scene for about 3 hours.

 

February 21st, 2008

At 20:54 hours, all Oradell units were dispatched to the intersection of Kinderkamack Road and Orchard Ave, for a reported motor vehicle crash. Chief 201 was first to arrive on scene and reported a serious two vehicle crash with a working fire. Chief 20 arrived on scene and assumed command. Squad 22 and Engine 24 arrived on scene and both stretched 1-3/4” attack lines. Companies waited for Public Service to give the all clear before engaging in fire attack as one utility pole was struck which carried several high voltage lines and transformers, cable, and phone. Companies made good progress and made a quick but difficult knock down on both vehicles, which had become fully involved. Tower 21 and Engine 23 provided lighting and other support services on scene. New Milford Haz-Mat also responded to the scene to provide decon services to those members who had become contaminated from the liquids that had leaked from the transformers. All companies cleared from the scene at 23:45 hours.

During this period, three alarms of fire were transmitted and were handled by Engine 23 and New Milford FD.

 
 
 
 

February 18th, 2008

At 12:33 Oradell units were dispatched to the 700 block of Schirra Drive for an unknown electrical emergency.  Oradell Engine 24 and Tower 21 responded with Captain VanRiper (202) establishing command.  Units quickly located a problem with the electrical service coming into the home, shut the main service off and called Public Service Electric and Gas.  Units stood by for an extended period after being told that PSE&G would have a delayed response.  After becoming available Car 20 (Chief Burns) arrived and made several other attempts to get PSE&G on scene with no success.  Oradell FD units finally cleared around 15:15, still waiting for the power company to arrive.

February 12th, 2008

At 03:48 hrs, units were dispatched to the 200 block of Kinderkamack Road for Carbon Monoxide alarm activation in an apartment.  A primary search by Engine 24 found high level readings on the 1st and 2nd floor of the building.  Engine 24 and Tower 21 evacuated residents until the source of the problem could be found.  A problem with a roof-top heating unit was located and the Tower Company setup a positive pressure vent and residents repopulated the building shortly after.  Companies operated on scene for about 1.5 hours.

Pictured below (L to R) FF Farinella, Asst. Chief Kahill, FF Schneider after the residents had repopulated the building.

February 7th, 2008

As part of a pre-arranged cover-up in our "extended" mutual-aid, Oradell Engine 24 along with Waldwick Tower and Mahwah Engine 1 provided coverage for the Boro of Ramsey at their Eastside firehouse while on a funeral detail. Units were tapped out for a 1 call, a fuel leak on Rt. 17.

 
 

February 3rd, 2008

At 12:58 hours Oradell units were dispatched to the 200 block of Grove Street for a burning odor inside the home. Upon arrival Chief 20 assumed command and Chief 201 took operations. E-24 was 1st due and grabbed the water supply at Elm and Grove Streets. Tower 21 took the front of the building and SQ-22 had the secondary water source north of the structure. A primary search by E-24 and Chief 201 yielded a smoke condition on the second floor. Units found a burning vinyl window frame which appeared to be ignited by a beam of sunlight that had reflected off the mirror at the window. Units made a quick stop and checked for further extension. Units operated on scene for about 45 minutes.

 
 

January 25th, 2008

Engine 23 along with Washington Township Tower Ladder provided cover-up services Friday night for Paramus FD Co. # 1 while they attended their annual installation dinner. Asst. Chief Kahill operated as the Boro Wide Tour Commander. No hits while in the boro for any of the companies.

Back in town, Tri-Boro units responded to 600 Kinderkamack Road (Oradell Healthcare) for the reported odor of smoke.

 

January 15th, 2008

Last Night, Chief Kevin Burns presented Probationary Firefighter Rory Gourley with his "Probie" shield.  Rory has spent the last year and a half in the departments junior program.

January 14th, 2008

At 14:41hrs, units were dispatched to the 700 block of Greentree Lane for a Carbon Monoxide (CO) alarm activation.  Arriving units took initial readings of 33ppm upstairs and 37ppm downstairs in the home.  Secondary readings yielded 355ppm and rising near the  heating unit in the basement.  PSEG was notified to assist in shutting down the heating unit.  Units operated on scene for about 1 hour. 

January 8th, 2008

At 21:12 hours, Car 20, Engine 23, and Tower 21 responded to the 800 block of Oradell Ave to assist the PD with a welfare check and a severe water leak.  The engine and truck companies joined forces to slow the water leak that resulted from a broken copper pipe.  Two members from the engine company went out of service for decon after returning to quarters.

At 23:11 hours, a 911 caller reported a possible structure fire near the intersection of Midland Road and Seminole Street.  Car 201 was first to arrive on scene a reported that an outside fireplace was in use at that location, resulting in a good intent call, holding remaining units in quarters.

January 7th, 2008

At 22:18hrs, Car 20, Car 201, Engine 23, Engine 24, and Tower 21 were dispatched to the 600 block of 2nd Street for a reported structure fire. Arriving units found a light smoke condition on the first floor. Further investigation found a problem with the compressor for the refrigerator.  The Truck Company setup a postive pressure vent. Photo Unit 1 and NMFD Ex-Chief Stormer also made it to the scene.

 

January 5th, 2008

Today the 2008 Oradell Fire Department Line Officers were sworn in.  The ceremony took place at the annual reorganization meeting of the Mayor and Council.  Councilman Joseph Murray who serves as the Fire Commissioner administered the oath to the Officers.

 

January 4th, 2008

At 14:10 hours Oradell units were requested to respond to the 1000 block of Oradell Avenue for a motor vehicle crash with a fluid spill.  Oradell Chief 20 (Burns) and Engine 24 responded to the scene.  The Engine company controlled the spill and made both vehicles safe.  Oradell units operated for about 20 minutes.

 

January 3rd, 2008

Oradell units responded to 3 calls today along with other Tri-boro units, as our local schools kept us busy.  While responding to an automatic Tri-boro alarm in River Edge, 21 Truck was diverted to another River Edge school for a stuck occupied elevator.  Upon arrival 21 truck went to work and removed one person from the elevator without incident.  Later in the evening Oradell units were called for another automatic alarm at another River Edge school rounding out the day.

January 1st, 2008

The members and officers of the Oradell Fire Department wish everyone a happy and safe new year. 2008 has already brought immediate changes to the department with the election of new officers:

Kevin Burns, Chief of Department
Derek Kahill, Assistant Chief
William Van Riper, Captain
Dan Nywening, 1st Lieutenant
Robert Capicchioni, 2nd Lieutenant
Brian Bonte, 3rd Lieutenant