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!!!BINGO!!!
Oakdale Hose Company’s
Next monthly Bingo is on:
October 6th
Doors open at 5:15 – regular games start at 7:00
Games held at the Oakdale Community Center
$1,000 must-go jackpot game
NOW NON-SMOKING, (BREAK PROVIDED)
412-327-7691 for information
PLEASE SUPPORT THESE OTHER BINGOS:
Monday-Bridgeville VFD, Thursday- Heidelberg VFD,
Friday- Holy Trinity Church
ENGINE CREW GETS SPECIALED TO OAKRIDGE BUILDING FIRE
At 2306 hrs, on August 23, a Firefighter from Company 215 was traveling on Battle Ridge Road in South Fayette when he noticed a large amount of smoke and fire in the area of Boys Home Road. Allegheny County Fire Communications was immediately notified for the unknown type fire. Being an unknown type fire, Company 269 (Oakridge) was the department on the run card to investigate. As 269 Engine arrived in the area it was discovered that there was a moderate sized vacant commercial building (the former Oakdale Boys Industrial Home) fully involved. At 2320 hrs the call was upgraded to a Commercial Structure Fire.
With the upgrade to building fire the balance of the card included Engines 267 (Sturgeon), 268 (Fairview), 125 (Presto), Trucks, 266 (Cuddy) and 12 (McDonald Washington County). As the men of 215 were relaxing after a night of training, they hard the call go out and advised 269 Chief that they were standing by with 6 Volunteers. 269 Chief then added the Wagon from 215 to the assignment at 2325 hrs. After the short 1.3 mile ride up Union Ave, the Engine Company arrived on scene ahead of most of the first due companies.
After cutting their way through the woods to get to the building Command assigned 215 Engine to water supply. Following the 1500’ lay of 5” hose 215 Engine supplied 269 Engine with water for the remainder of the detail.
The crew of the Engine was then assigned to suppression duties on both the Charlie and Alpha side of the building until 0141 hrs when the fire was deemed under control by Command. After repacking the 1500’ of hose the men of Company 215 returned to service at 0314 hrs.
(Units on scene: Engines: 269 125-1, 125-2, 215, 267-1, 267-2, and 268. Truck 266. Brush: 266 and 12. Truck 12 covered the valley from” everyone’s favorite fire department”, Station 215)
***History on the Oakdale Boys Industrial Home: The Oakdale Boys Home was opened in 1900 and spanned 371 acres. The “home” (a maximum security facility) housed 130-150 juvenile delinquent boys ranging in age from 6-18 years old. The boys came from 31 counties across Pennsylvania. The boy’s average sentence was 18 months. After becoming a resident of the home, the boys were forced to farm the land for hay, corn, oats, wheat, milk, and butter. If a “resident” acted out or escaped, his head was shaved and he was sent to the dungeon on the 2nd floor of the main building to be kept in solitary confinement. The home was closed down by the state in May of 1977 after “zoning issues” with South Fayette Township.***
04/07/2011 – DWELLING FIRE – 80 BLOCK OF GRACE LANE
As the members of the Oakdale Hose Company were returning to “America’s Home Town”, after a long hard day at work, their rest and relaxation would be short lived. At 1729 Hours, Engine Company 215 was alerted to respond on a first alarm assignment to the 80 Block of Grace Lane for a reported dwelling fire with possible entrapment.
215 Engine quickly responded with 7 Volunteers, followed by 215 Rescue with 4, and 215 Engine 2 with 4 men. North Fayette Police arrived on the scene and relayed to Allegheny County Fire Communications a report of a fully involved mobile home fire. 267 Engine arrived shortly after to confirm the report given by North Fayette Police. Water supply was quickly established by 267 Engine and two 1-3/4″ preconnected hand lines were stretched to start the initial attack. Attack crews made entry and began interior fire fighting operations. 215 engine’s crew were sent in behind 267′s crews to provide support with fire suppresion efforts and began to open the structure up. Truck 12′s crew began horizontaly ventilating and then began overhauling. The bulk of the fire was expediently knocked down and the fire was deemed under control at 1745 hours by Chief 267. Shortly thereafter, the bulk of the crews and equipment were released by command. As per the authority of 267 Chief, 267 Engine and 215 Engine would remain on the scene to await the Fire Marshall’s Office.
The American Red Cross was contacted for the 4 displaced victims.
Units on scene: 267 Engine, 215 Engine, 215 Engine 2, 215 Rescue, 209 Engine 2, 209 Engine 3, 209 Rescue, 12 Engine (McDonald), 12 Truck (McDonald), 13 Engine (R.I.T.) (Midway), Medic 195-1, Rehab 313 (NorthWest EMS), Allegheny County Fire Marshall’s
04/04/2011 – VEHICLE CRASH – 7500 BLOCK NOBLESTOWN ROAD
At 0815 hours, the Volunteers of Companies 267 (Sturgeon) and 215 were alerted to respond to the 7500 Block of Noblestown Road in North Fayette for a Motor Vehicle Crash with injuries. Company 215 immediately acknowledged the call and the Rescue was en-route at 0817 HRS.
Both Rescues arrived on scene at the same time to find 1 auto into a utility pole with moderate damage to the drivers side and both airbags deployed. The victim was self extricated and was sitting on the near by steps being interviewed by North Fayette Police. NorthWest EMS arrived on scene and took over patient care. Company 267 mitigated hazards and the responders from both companies assisted NorthWest in immobilization and patient packaging
Units on scene: 267 Rescue, 215 Rescue, NorthWest EMS
Spring Safety Tips
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With warm weather approaching, many Pennsylvanians look forward to firing up |
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The Facts |
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| - In 2005 there were a reported 8,300 home fires involving barbeque grills in the United States, and of those:- 7,200 were attributed to gas grills, with the leading cause being a leak or break in the fuel line and/or connections.
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- 1,100 were attributed to charcoal grills, and most were caused by the grill being used in close proximity to combustible material. As a result of those fires:- 8,610 people sought medical attention for thermal burns caused by grills.
- $137-million worth of property was lost. |
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Grilling Safety Tips |
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| - All barbeque grills must only be used outdoors using grills indoors or in enclosed spaces is not only a fire hazard, but it exposes occupants to toxic gasses and potential asphyxiation.- Always position the grill well away from combustible objects — buildings, fences, deck railings and landscaping can easily and quickly ignite | - Be sure to place the grill a safe distance from other outdoor activities such as lawn games, play areas, foot traffic, pets and children. It is best to establish a 3-foot “safe zone” around the grill and never leave a lit grill unattended.- Always use long handled grilling utensils and heat resistant oven mitts to avoid exposure burns from heat and flames.
- Periodically remove grease build-up in catch trays to prevent it from igniting. Fire, when contained in a grill under hot dogs and burgers, is always a welcomed sight and smell as we celebrate the return of summer! |
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Charcoal Grill Tips |
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| - Only use approved charcoal lighter fluid for starting the grill.- Never use gasoline or flammable liquids to light charcoal
- Do not add lighter fluid to coals that have already been ignited. - Keep unused charcoal dry — wet charcoal becomes a fire hazard as it dries out through the process of spontaneous combustion. |
- Before disposing of charcoal ashes, allow them to cool thoroughly. Ashes can still be hot for as long as seven days, so always keep them either in the grill or in a metal container until cool, then stir the ashes before disposal to make sure they are completely out. | |
Liquid Propane (LP) Gas Grill Tips |
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| - Inspect the gas cylinder hose and connections for leaks before using the grill for the first time each year.- Apply a light soap and water solution to the hose and all connections, any leaks will be quickly revealed in the form of bubbles.
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- If you smell gas while cooking or see any fire outside the grill box, immediately get away from the grill and call the Fire Department — do not attempt to move the grill.
- If you discover a leak either by smell or by the soap test and there is no flame, turn off the gas tank valve and the grill. If the leak stops, have the grill serviced by a professional before using it again; if the leak does not stop, call the Fire Department. |
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More Safety tips |
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| Clean your garage of stored newspapers or other rubbish that can fuel a fire. Newspapers stored in a damp, warm place may ignite spontaneously.
– Test your smoke alarms monthly. – To help prevent nuisance alarms, gently vacuum your smoke alarm every six months or as needed. – Change batteries in smoke alarms, flashlights and carbon monoxide detectors. – Never borrow smoke alarm batteries to use for toys or other equipment. – Replace all smoke alarms every 10 years or as recommended by the manufacturer |
– Check your electrical fuse box; make sure you have the proper fuses.
– Keep outdoor debris or dead vegetation away from the house. – Properly dispose of oily or greasy rags. If these items must be stored, they should be kept in labeled, sealed, metal containers. – If you store gasoline, keep it outside your home in a shed or detached garage. Keep only small quantities in tightly sealed containers. Use gasoline only as a motor fuel – never as a cleaning agent. – Always store paint and other flammable liquids in their original, labeled containers with tight-fitting lids. Always store them at least 18 inches from appliances, heaters, pilot lights and other sources of heat or flame. |
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| Info from Eden Prairie FD, NFPA and Travis AFB | ||