Posted by: Admin
on Wednesday, August 18, 2010 - 09:14 PM
PRFD's BBQ Team of Rich Bosi, Tom Derienzo Jr., Tommy Derienzo, Bill Diedtrich and Mark "Cookie" Eisen participated in the Fairway Market Fire Department Cook Off. After several hours of cooking the PRFD Team was crowned the Grand Prize Winner.
Posted by: Admin
on Friday, June 18, 2010 - 04:42 PM
At 1758 hours on 6-15-10, the PRFD was dispatched to Fremont at Wortendyke for a 2 car MVC with a rollover and entrapment. The Chief (PR-10) arrived and established Incident Command while Assistant Chief Pete Mauro (PR-11) was assigned Operations.
The rollover was stabilized, the battery cables were cut and a plan was established to remove the occupant by cutting out the windshield. Once completed, Tri-Boro BLS and ALS used a backboard to successfully remove the victim, provide treatment and transport assisted by Northstar helicopter. Mutual aid from Montvale FD was used to establish the LZ at West Ridge School field.
At 2034 hours shortly after we called cleared of the entrapment, the Bergen County FAIU requested the PRFD to assist with lighting during the investigation. We called clear of this assignment at 12 midnight.
Posted by: Admin
on Monday, May 24, 2010 - 01:41 PM
On Monday 5-3-10, PreK to 1st Grade students participated in the first week of the annual Safety Zone with training provided by the Park Ridge Fire Department. Approximately 75 children were trained how to escape a smoke filled dwelling using the trailer provided by the Bergen County Law and Public Safety Institute set up at West Ridge School. There was also “hands on” fire extinguisher training given to all.
Much thanks to the event organizers, the school staff and those firefighters that spent the afternoon running the operation.
Captain BJ Diedtrich
Ex Chief Tom Derienzo
Ex Chief Jim Strabone
Tommy Derienzo
Rich Bosi
Travis Cangialosi
John Wirth
Fire Inspector Dick Rothe
Bob Ludwig
Chief, PRFD
201-741-1545
raludwig@optonline.net
Posted by: Admin
on Friday, April 23, 2010 - 12:50 PM
The following is a report on the 3-19-10 fire at Krell Lighting in Park Ridge.
On Fridday evening 3-19-10 a police officer, while on patrol noticed smoke showing from Krell Lighting (70 Park Ave, Park Ridge). Northwest Bergen Central Dispatch paged out the Park Ridge Fire Department at 733pm. PR10 arrived at 736pm and established Incident Command. Asst Chief Peter Mauro (PR11) was assigned Operations. An initial assessment indicated a large 2 ½ story masonry electrical supply warehouse with an attached 1 story retail business. All doors and windows appeared locked and secure. A working fire was visible through the windows and heavy smoke was exiting the roof. A re-dispatch of the Park Ridge FD was immediately requested confirming a working fire.
Shortly thereafter, PR10 called for a “Second Alarm” consisting of Hillsdale FD for a Rapid Intervention Team, 3 ambulances from Tri-Boro Ambulance for BLS standby, Park Ridge Electric for service disconnect, PSEG for gas service disconnect and MICCOM for an ALS standby.
5 minutes thereafter, a “Third Alarm” was requested consisting of one engine from Montvale FD, one ladder from Woodcliff Lake FD, one engine from River Vale FD and one rescue from Westwood for breathing air bottle refills.
15 minutes later, a “Fourth Alarm” was requested consisting of one engine form Washington Township FD, one ladder from Oradell, one engine from Old Tappan FD, one engine and one ladder from Pearl River FD for standby, Tri-Boro and Pascack Valley Deputy Fire Coordinators to assist at the Command Post, Box 54 from the Teaneck FD for rehab, one engine from Harrington Park FD for standby, one engine from Saddle River FD for standby, two engines from Upper Saddle River FD for standby, one engine and one ladder from Paramus FD for standby,
Additional special requests were made for one ambulance from Emerson Ambulance, the Bergen County Fire Coordinator, Park Ridge OEM Coordinator, Park Ridge Police Reserve, two Building Inspectors were called to assess the structure, Bergen County for cause and origin investigation, a demolition contractor, and a contractor to secure the scene after the fire.
A safety officer, rehab and staging coordinators were assigned from the pool of incoming mutual aid fire officers. Deputy county fire coordinators were assigned communication with incoming units and recording keeping responsibilities.
At approximately 800pm the alert was sounded to switch from an interior to an exterior defensive attach based on deteriorating conditions and an accountability check was made.
At 830pm approximately 50 residents and business patrons were evacuated from the nearest buildings on Park Ave and South Maple. as a precaution.
At 1029pm a status report was made that the fire was still through the roof and all units were working.
At 1146pm the fire was declared under control.
At midnight release of mutual aid units began.
Overnight, the Park Ridge FD remained on scene extinguished one rekindle and began pumping out the basement to facilitate the investigation and recovery of essential records.
At 10am (3-20-10) Woodcliff Lake and Montvale FD were called back to assist with overhaul.
At 1pm (3-20-10) all units were released and Incident Command was terminated.
At this time the cause of the fire is undetermined although the area of origin is believed to be the 1st floor rear interior.
One reserve member was transported to the local hospital for treatment of an asthma attack.
The building and contents were heavily damaged with losses approaching $2 million although the structure is still standing.
Posted by: Admin
on Sunday, February 28, 2010 - 07:16 PM
In anticipation of the storm getting worse, the firehouse was manned beginning at 6pm Thursday 2-25-10. The prediction was 15”+ with blizzard conditions through the night. Dinner was cooked and served to 30+ along with coffee all night and breakfast the next morning.
At 20:45 hours, during the height of the storm, a fire call was dispatched for 9 King Road. The two elderly and incapacitated residents living alone reported a smoke filled basement with smoke coming up the 2d floor stairwell.
Within 3 minutes Chief Ludwig was on scene establishing Incident Command and the 1st due engine was on the road. The Police Department was instrumental with initial size up. The engine was ordered to wrap the hydrant and lay in. An investigation found that several inches of water had flooded the basement and shorted the furnace controls causing a smoldering electrical fire. Gas and the effected electrical circuits were turned off stabilizing the immediate hazard. Pumps were brought in to remove the standing water. Public Service Electric & Gas was called to the scene and upon arrival advised that the gas must remain off do to the flood water damage and burnt furnace controls.
With no heat, hot water or ability to cook, the son-in-law (who had arrived) was advised that his elderly incapacitated relatives could not safely remain in the house. With his approval, Incident Command contacted the PR Marriott, to verify available lodging, and Tri-Boro Ambulance for transportation. The Office of Emergency Management was given a status update.
Firefighters remained on the scene to assist with carrying the residents, medication, walkers, wheelchairs and needed supplies through the snow to the ambulance and into the hotel. The Department of Public Works assisted with freeing a standby engine and the ambulance stuck on snow covered roads. All units were clear of the Marriott and Incident Command was terminated at 2300 hours.
Sunday morning 2-28-10, at 10am, a Fire Department work detail has been called to dig out the many buried fire hydrants placing them back in service for an emergency.
Respectfully
Robert Ludwig
Chief, Park Fire Department
201-741-1545 cell
raludwig@optonline.net
Posted by: Admin
on Wednesday, December 23, 2009 - 02:41 AM
During 2009 the Park Ridge Fire Department has limited significant fire loss, perform life saving extrications, recertified the many mandates, suffered the loss of Life Members Dan Rideout and Bob Spearing, celebrated 50 years with Howard Vander Vliet, seen weddings, births, a wetdown, taken delivery of a ladder truck and hydraulic rescue tools, conducted a fire prevention week open house, continued school visits, baby sitter classes, responded to a bomb scare, saw new members joining and have said goodbye to Andreas Hoeschle leaving next month.
The last 30 days have been just as busy with progress being made on our kitchen hood replacement, firehouse exterior renovation and new elevator.
There have been numerous fire calls in the last 30 days including a car fire on Thanksgiving at 131 Kinderkamack, a Hillsdale house fire 11-27-09 with the PRFD Fast Team responding and a car into The Diner with injuries 125 Kinderkamack at 1835 hours on 12-20-09.
Our members are excited to once again escort Santa to Depot Square at 6pm on 12-24. Meet at the firehouse at 530pm.
The 2010 Department Officers are scheduled to be sworn in at the Borough’s reorganization meeting in the Council Chambers 1-1-2010 starting shortly after 1230pm.
All in all a busy year.
Thank you for the time you have devoted and the scarifies you have made during a challenging year. My gratitude to the Department Officers for their leadership and to each member for your service to the Department and the Borough.
Posted by: Admin
on Sunday, November 30, 2008 - 08:32 PM
With the onset of the holiday season, it is important to focus on fire safety and prevention. The celebration of the season brings with it increased usage of electric lights, decorations, candles, and the ever popular Christmas tree, all of which can be potential fire hazards. Additionally, cooking fires increase during the holidays as families and friends gather to celebrate. By following general fire safety precautions, potential holiday fires, deaths, and injuries remain preventable.
Christmas Trees
What’s a traditional Christmas morning scene without a beautifully decorated tree? If your household includes a natural tree in its festivities, take to heart the sales person’s suggestion – “Keep the tree watered.”
Christmas trees account for hundreds of fires annually. Typically, shorts in electrical lights or open flames from candles, lighters or matches start tree fires. Well-watered trees are not a problem. A dry and neglected tree can be.
Selecting a Tree for the Holidays
Needles on fresh trees should be green and hard to pull back from the branches, and the needles should not break if the tree has been freshly cut. The trunk should be sticky to the touch. Old trees can be identified by bouncing the tree trunk on the ground. If many needles fall off, the tree has been cut too long and, has probably dried out, and is a fire hazard.
Caring for Your Tree
Do not place your tree close to a heat source, including a fireplace or heat vent. The heat will dry out the tree, causing it to be more easily ignited by heat, flame or sparks. Be careful not to drop or flick cigarette ashes near a tree. Do not put your live tree up too early or leave it up for longer than two weeks. Keep the tree stand filled with water at all times.
Disposing of Your Tree
Never put tree branches or needles in a fireplace or wood-burning stove. When the tree becomes dry, discard it promptly. The best way to dispose of your tree is by taking it to a recycling center or having it hauled away by a community pick-up service.
Posted by: Admin
on Friday, February 02, 2007 - 02:44 PM
The Park Ridge Fire Department recently purchased a set of Rescue 42 Struts, to compliment our rescue operations. The struts are designed to aid in providing stabilization at the scene of a vehicle crash or other emergencies that require supporting an object the pose a hazard of falling. Captain R. Ludwig researched and purchased the struts and believes that they are much needed addition to our Rescue Truck, “The Struts will provide us the ability to immediately make a vehicle stable and allow crews to begin extracting the occupants.
The members were given two drills to become familiar with struts in controlled environment. First, Captain Ludwig briefed the members on the proper set up and applications for the rescue struts and allowed the members to become familiar with the nomenclature of the devices. On a second night the members were give practical exercises to hone their skills using the struts.
Posted by: Admin
on Wednesday, March 29, 2006 - 09:26 PM
Your fire department is composed of 100% volunteer members, including your friends and neighbors that respond to fire and emergency assistance calls 24 hours a day.
The department is currently accepting applications for membership from civic and community spirited residents. All you need to qualify is a strong desire to help your community and be willing to respond to calls at a moments notice. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age for regular membership, or 14 to 17 for cadet or junior membership.
Join a proud group of people with a long-standing tradition of dedicated service to our community. For further information, stop by the firehouse located behind Borough Hall any Thursday evning at 7:30PM and ask for the Chief, or call 201-391-6993, or send an e-mail to the Chief .
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