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Posted by: Admin
on Monday, June 08, 2009 - 05:13 PM |
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6-7-09 PARK RIDGE STRUCTURE FIRE (106 COLONY) 2239 HOURS
(single family 2 1/2 story wood frame dwelling)
At 2237 hours the resident of 102 Colony heard smoke alarms sounding nearby, looked out the window and observed a large amount of flame inside the kitchen window of 106 Colony, the adjacent property to the west. They placed a 911 call and immediately heard the fire sirens sounding. Chief arrived at 2241 hours, established Incident Command near the front of the structure and requested:
A second round for the PRFD confirming a working fire,
Hillsdale FD for a Fast Team,
Montvale FD for an engine ,
ALS and BLS for medical backup/rehab,
PSE+G to turn off gas,
PR Electric to turn off electric,
The Construction Official to examine the structure and restrict occupancy
M and M Contractors to secure the openings (board-up)
The fire was declared under control and overhaul begun at 2307 hours.
All units were clear of the scene at 0046 hours and PR6 (rescue) was sent to River Vale firehouse for air bottle refills
At 0200 hours firehouse cleanup was complete all equipment was back in service and all members dismissed.
A primary and secondary search revealed no occupants. Neighbors later reported that they believed the occupant had left several hours earlier. This was confirmed when the resident arrived reporting a missing pet weasel. A subsequent search found the animal apparently unharmed under the sofa cushion.
A preliminary investigation indicates the fire started in the kitchen dishwasher and spread to the adjacent cabinets, countertop and wall. While the kitchen was a complete loss, damage to the remainder of the house was limited to smoke, water and consequential venting damage. It was a great stop by the initial hose team.
One firefighter was transported to the hospital for treatment of a small hand cut occurring during forcible entry and returned to the scene shortly thereafter.
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Posted by: Admin
on Saturday, April 25, 2009 - 11:17 AM |
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Posted by: Admin
on Friday, December 26, 2008 - 03:44 AM |
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On December 19, 2008 at 0430hrs Rescue 6 was requested as a F.A.S.T. Team to the Borough of Hillsdale. Members stood-by at the scene of the residential house fire and were eventually asked to participate in the exstensive overhaul efforts. The Rescue returned to the Boro after being on location for several hours. Photos courtesy of the Hillsdale Fire Department.
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Posted by: Admin
on Sunday, November 23, 2008 - 07:59 PM |
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On November 19th-21th, 2008 members of the Park Ridge Fire Department Truck Committee made a second trip to Appleton, WI to inspect the progress on the Department's new aerial ladder. Earlier in 2008 the Borough of Park Ridge enetered into a contract with Pierce Manufacturing to construct a 100' Aluminum ladder. The truck which began production in early August finished construction in the begining of November and was ready for final inspection, as such, the committee went to Wisconsin to ensure that the truck was constructed according to the specifications.
The Department is anxiously awaiting the truck to be placed in service, we are hoping to take delivery in time to escort Santa Claus to Depot Square on Christmas Eve.
A photo the truck is also available on
Pierce Manufacturing's Website.
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Posted by: Admin
on Saturday, October 18, 2008 - 05:51 PM |
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The Park Ridge Fire Department has placed an order for a new ladder truck with Pierce Manufacturing of Appleton, Wisconsin. The truck will replace the Department’s current ladder truck; a 1987 Pierce Arrow 105’ Elevated Platform. The new truck will have a Velocity Cab and 105’ Aluminum Ladder.
The truck began production during the middle of August, with the commencement of production a weekly report of the progress is provided to the customer. The beginning of production for this truck signifies the culmination of countless hours spent researching ideas and products to be placed on the truck. Members of the Department conducted numerous meetings and viewed several other trucks to ensure that this apparatus will best serve the residents. Below are the production reports for the new ladder truck.
Final Construction Report for 5 Truck
Report #8 - 10-04-08 Report #7 - 9-27-08
Report #6 - 9-20-08 Report #5 - 9-13-08 Report #4 - 9-06-08
Report #3 - 8-29-08 Report #2 - 8-22-08 Report #1 - 8-16-08
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Posted by: Admin
on Friday, September 26, 2008 - 02:34 AM |
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On September 25, 2008, the Park Ridge Fire Department accepted delivery of a 2008 Ford Expedition Chief’s Truck. Outfitted with the latest in technology, this new truck will be utilized by Fire Chief Tom Derienzo, facilitating his response to emergencies and generally enhancing the command of personnel at fire scenes.
The Ford Expedition, which was modified by P&L Custom Vehicles of Manasquan, New Jersey, contains two VHF Radios, a Global Positioning System (G.P.S.), a Knox Box, and a command board. The radios serve to keep the Fire Chief in constant communication on the fire ground. The G.P.S. provides turn-by-turn directions for mutual aid emergencies, when the Chief’s truck will be summoned to another town during a fire. The Knox Box contains access keys for various structures around Park Ridge, providing instant access to a building on fire. Lastly, the vehicle’s command board is specifically designed for the Chief to track and document all operations taking place at the fire scene, ranging from simple notes to fire suppression strategy.
This truck is replacing a 2000 Ford Crown Victoria with over 130,000 miles that faithfully served the Park Ridge Police Department until it was inherited by the Fire Department. With the advent of this new Expedition, the Park Ridge Fire Department possesses the latest in suburban fire service equipment.
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Posted by: Admin
on Friday, August 15, 2008 - 01:25 PM |
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In 2006 the Park Ridge Electric Department had a 2004 Ford F550 bucket truck that was involved in an accident causing major damage to all but the cab. This vehicle was no longer able to be utilized as a bucket truck and was set to be traded-in for salvage.
With the help of Fire Commissioner Brouwer and Borough Attorney John D’Anton, the Fire Department was able to obtain this vehicle in 2007 at “no cost” from the Board of Public Works. After looking at many different vehicle arrangements and after much discussion, we started the rehabilitation project of this vehicle in February of 2008.
On Tuesday, August 12, 2008, the Fire Department officially put this re-built vehicle in service replacing an existing 1989 Ambulance we were using as the “confined space rescue” vehicle.
The “new” F550 is set up with a flatbed body with a lift gate, two different types of towing receivers, and 3 tool boxes. This vehicle, combined with our existing 10,000 lb. GVW trailer, was much needed to support our confined space and hazardous material response capabilities that the Fire Department provides to the municipality, Tri-Boro, and the Pascack Valley. This is also an example of efficient government working together to improve services and save taxpayer money.
Click Here For Photos of PR-3
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Posted by: Admin
on Friday, April 04, 2008 - 03:38 PM |
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The Park Ridge Fire Department recently brushed up on vehicle extrication techniques. The Department made use of a donated cargo van and practiced removing doors and other parts of the van. Members predominately utilized tools other than “Jaws of Life,” which is commonly used to extricate a person from vehicle, to practice their skills in the event the “Jaws” does not function properly. Several of the pictures depict members using a circular saw to cut the various support columns on the vehicle. Members also used hand tools and pneumatic tools to complete the removal of door, windows and ultimately the roof.
Pictures of the Drill.
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Posted by: Admin
on Thursday, February 07, 2008 - 09:41 PM |
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Did you know that the number one cause of home fire deaths is smoking? On average, 1,000 people (smokers and non-smokers) are killed in smoking-related fires every year. Most people are asleep when the fires occur. It’s important that you begin to practice fire safety in your home today!
With a few simple steps, smokers and those who live with smokers can protect themselves from smoke-related fires caused by smoking materials like cigarettes, cigars, and pipes. For example:
• If you smoke, smoke outside.
• Whenever you smoke, use deep, sturdy ashtrays.
• Make sure cigarettes and ashes are out.
• Check chairs and sofas for cigarette butts.
• Never smoke in a home where oxygen is used.
• If you smoke, fire-safe cigarettes are better.
• Be alert!
• If You Smoke, Put it Out. All the Way. Every Time.
Please forward this important fire safety message to your friends and relatives. It could be the message that saves a life!
You can also visit the US Fire Administrations Website for campaign information and view an incredible video that demonstrates just how fast a fire started by smoking materials can spread!
Video of a Careless Smoking Fire
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Posted by: Admin
on Monday, January 14, 2008 - 04:32 PM |
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The Office of Fire Prevention & Control is issuing this safety alert due to several incidents that have involved the use of propane cylinders inside of residential structures for heat. With the heating season upon us and the high cost of home heating fuels residents are trying to find ways to reduce costs. One way is through the use of small propane cylinders with an attached radiant heater. Small one pound and twenty pound cylinders have been found inside of destroyed structures in at least three fires reported to the Office of Fire Prevention and Control raising safety concerns for first responders arriving on scene. In at least two fires, firefighters could have been severely injured or killed while operating on the scenes of these incidents due to propane cylinders exploding inside the residences.
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