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Oakland Fire Department Welcomes Mike Finn JANUARY 27 - Mike Finn was sworn in by Mayor Szabo with his father Jim standing by on Wednesday, January 27, 2010. Welcome to the Oakland Fire Department Mike! ... (Full Story & Photos)

Mayor Szabo swears in Mike Finn

Incoming Officers for 2010 are introduced

Installation Dinner Honors New Officers and More JANUARY 24 - Last Saturday 16-JAN-2010 The Oakland Fire Department celebrated its annual installation dinner. At this social gathering the department takes the time to recognize the accomplishments of 2009 and this year the transistion to a new Chief Robert Knapp and his entourage of incoming 2010 officers. This year's command includes: Patrick Kellett Assistant Chief Curtis LeRoy Assistant Chief ... (Full Story & Photos)

Fallen Brother Firefighter/USMC Christopher Hrbek Honored JANUARY 21 - The Oakland Fire Department offers our condolences to the family, friends, fellow Marines and Fire Fighters of USMC Sgt. Christopher Hrbek. Sgt Christopher Hrbek's hometown of Westwood, NJ honored Chris with a hero's procession through flag lined streets. We salute Chris's ultimate sacrifice and will keep his family and friends near and far in our prayers. "The Display of gratitude and American ... (Full Story & Photos)

USMC Christopher Hrbek

Mutual Aid Ice Rescue Drill-Zabriskie Pond Wyckoff JANUARY 18 - On Monday January 18th, the Oakland Fire Department participated in a mutual aid Ice Rescue drill in Wyckoff along with Franklin Lakes, Waldwick and Wyckoff fire departments. The focus of the training drill was to teach multiple agencies how to work together. Responders from different towns need to be able to blend their professional skills seamlessly in order to coordinate an effective ice rescue. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Gas Hinders Firefighting Efforts JANUARY 16 - At 9:00am this morning the Oakland Fire Dept responded to a house fire at 12 Sienna Way. Initial dispatch reported an explosion had occurred and that the occupant was down. Oakland Police officers were first on scene and confirmed a working structure fire with a heavy smoke condition emanating from the house. Officers also confirmed the occupant was down, but out of the house and that no one else ... (Full Story & Photos)

Dryer Fire-Quick Stop Saves Home JANUARY 13 - On Wednesday, January 13 at approximately 10:20 am the Fire Department was called to 9 Sienna Way for a smoke condition in the basement. The Oakland Police Department arrived and confirmed a working dryer fire. 1030 Chief Knapp assumed command and activated Norcon for a second alarm while 1050 Asst Chief LeRoy had Operations. Engine 1031 was first due and immediately went to work by venting the ... (Full Story & Photos)

Firefighter Tim Kriss Graduated Fire One JANUARY 08 - On Friday, January 8, 2010 Firefighter Tim Kriss graduated from the Bergen County Fire Academy training. Tim completed the "Fire One" class. Fire One lasts six months and requires 150 hours of class room and outdoor practical instruction. Tim recently completed his one year probationary period in November and has joined our ranks as a "black hat". Congratulations Tim, job well done! ... (Full Story & Photos)

Chief Robert Knapp Jr. takes the oath of office.

Oakland Fire Department 2010 Officers JANUARY 02 - A new decade, a new year and a new Chief for the Oakland Fire Department. On January 1, 2010, Chief Robert Knapp became the 29th Oakland Fire Department Chief. All of the 2010 Oakland Fire Department's officers took their oath of office in the Oakland Borough council chambers at 12 noon on January 2nd. Mayor John Szabo administered the oath to each of the department officers. The complete list ... (Full Story & Photos)

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