At 23:37 hours on Saturday June 11th, firefighters responded to a vehicle flipped over at 3850 Darby rd. Along with Company 38 (Oakmont), 56-7 (Manoa Ambulance) and Medic 108 (Haverford Paramedic). Upon arrival responders found that the driver and passanger had both freed themselves from the vehicle. Squad, Rescue and Engine 38 assisted with containment of fuel which had spilled into the nearby creek and with lighting for the EMS crew. The company returned to availabilty shortly after 00:00 hours.

Monday, July 4th, the company will host a celebration of 235 years of American independence with a parade and festivities to follow. Races will be held with food and drinks at Grasslyn Park after the parade. Registration will be at 10:30 AM in the fire house and the parade will be held at 11:00 AM. Everyone in the community is invited and encouraged to join us.

Today; emergency responders from the township honored those who have served their country and community, with their annual Memorial Day service at Veterans Field. Oakmont firefighters also took the extra step of honoring their own with a special ceremony at the firehouse. The officers and crew donned Class A uniforms for the events and placed wreathes and memorials to commemorate those who served in various services to ensure the freedom of this nation and safety for the community.

Today also marks the unofficial start of summer and with that, the crew would like to recommend a few important tips to note for the season.

Fire Safety Tips for the summer:

• Be sure to keep your grills clean and free of obstructions (cobwebs are a common cause of many grill fires).
• Check and maintain areas where grease can accumulate.
• Check hose lines for dry rot and make sure that they are tight.
• Be sure to keep your grills away from flammable or volatile items and away from siding, deck railings, underneath eaves and branches.
• Avoid spraying or pouring flammable liquids directly on flames.
• Avoid wearing loose fitting clothing while cooking.
• Keep children and pets at least three feet away from the grill.
• Dispose of hot coals properly with plenty of water.
• Have fun and be safe this summer!

Hosting a party? Call today and have the firefighters of Oakmont bring a truck to your event. Kids can explore the truck and its tools as well as use a real life fire hose. We will also give everyone the chance to explore the equipment we wear when firefighting. Whether you are having a birthday/block party or just a friendly get together, call today. Leave a message with your name, phone number, the date of your event and the time you would like for us to arrive at (610) 446-9837. Leave messages for Chris Smith or John Straub.

At 19:53 on Wednesday May, 25^th the company responded to its second emergency of the day, a multi car fire outside Brendans Auto Body at 210 W. Hillcrest. Squad 38 led off with an inch and three quarter line with Engine 38 pulling another inch and three quarter and a booster line. Soon after, Rescue 38 arrived with additional manpower before the scene was turned over to Haverford Car 1 (Fire Marshal). The company went available at 20:21.

At 12:44 on Wednesday May, 25^th Company 38 was dispatched to a commercial building fire at 1217 West Chester Pike. 38-9 (Chief McGoldrick) along with Engine 38 arrived on scene and set up for Rapid Intervention Operations on the C side of the fire building. Shortly after; Squad 38 was called upon for additional manpower. Once PECO arrived on scene, firefighters from multiple companies were able to knock down the electrical fire which had originated in the basement and Oakmont firefighters assisted with overhaul returning the company to available status at 13:49. Additional apparatus and personnel on scene included Haverford Car 1, Rescue 20, Engine 34, Rehab 34,  Ladder 35, 56-9 (Chief Norman), Squad 56, Engine 56, Rescue 56,  Pipeline 58, Rescue 58, 58-2, MontCo Medic 313, Medic 108, and Ambulance 56-7.

At 09:24 on April 28^th, 2011, the company responded to an accident with entrapment at 1212 Township Line rd. Responding units included Squad 38, Engine 38, and Rescue 38 in addition to apparatus from Companies 56 (Rescue) and 58 (Engine). Ambulances 34-7 and 56-7 along with Medics 108, 108-9 and 108-9A were on seen as was Haverford Car 1. The only patient found in the car was flown by PENNSTAR 2 to HUP and Company 38 went available at 09:48.

On Sunday April 17th, firefighters from Oakmont Fire Company joined with members of Llanerch F.C., Brookline F.C., Bon Air F.C., Manoa F.C., and Woodbridge F.C. of Connecticut in an engine operations drill run by the Haerford Township Bureau of Fire Training Board. The drill took place at the township drill tower and went over typical firefighting tactics and inter-company operations.

Haverford Township will sponsor a Rabies Inoculation Clinic for Township residents’ pet dogs and cats, three months of age or older, on April 16th from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Oakmont Fire Company (23 W. Benedict ave. in Havertown). The cost is $5.00 per pet and more information can be obtained by contacting the township Health Department at (610) 446-1000 ext. 202. Please note that cats are to be in cat carriers and dogs on leads no more than 6 feet long.

This Monday (March 28th) fire fighters from Oakmont Fire Co. and Manoa Fire Co. teamed up for a rescue drill at House 56 (Manoa). The night was spent going over equipment and techniques which can be used and discussing ways in which the companies can aid each other in the future.