DURING WINTER MONTHS...

Please remember to clear and shovel out hydrants in front of your home, apartment or business. This greatly helps fire-fighting operations during inclement winter weather.

If you are unable to clear a hydrant due to physical limitations, please notify the Oakland Borough ordinance dictates that the property owner is responsible to clear hydrants on their property. see below.

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Is your House Number Visible and Displayed Correctly????
Think of this scenario, there's an emergency at your house. You dial 911 and speak to the dispatcher. However, it seems like it's taking a long time for help to arrive.
Meanwhile, Fire and police have arrived on your street but they're having problems finding your house.The house doesn't have any easily identifiable numbers on it and the mailbox ... (Full Story)

Today, Mayor Linda Schwager administered the Oath of Office to our 2022 fire department Officers. The Officers for 2022 are:

Department Chief Vincent Dies

Asst. Chief Co. 1 Donald Johnston
Asst. Chief Co. 2 Vincent Incorvaia

Captain Co. 1 Cesar Arredondo
Captain Co. 2 Christopher Hoitsma

Lieutenant Co. 1 Matthew Source
Lieutenant Co. 1 Sean Torpey
Lieutenant Co. 2 Daniel DeRisi
Lieutenant ... (Full Story & Photos)

The members of the Oakland FD regretfully announce the passing of past firefighter Gerald Buonavita who passed away peacefully at his home in Florida on December 28, 2021. Gerry was an active member of the department from1959 - 1967 as a Company 1 member. Gerry was also an Exempt Member of the department.

Rest Peacefully Gerry.... (Full Story)

From our family to yours, the members of the Oakland Volunteer Fire Department wish you a very happy and healthy New Year. ... (Full Story & Photos)

At tonight’s Borough Council Meeting, Mayor Schwager administered the Oath of Office for two new members of the OVFD - Co 1 member Khrys Velardo and Co 2 member Joe LaTerra.

Congratulations to you both and welcome to the OVFD family. We are proud to have you on our team. ... (Full Story & Photos)

The members of the Oakland FD regretfully announce the passing of Past Chief Edward Costigan. Ed joined the department in 1967 as a Company 2 member and rose to the rank of Chief in 1974. Chief Costigan was a Exempt and Life Member of the department.

Rest Peacefully Chief.... (Full Story)

Remember as your change your clock, please also remember to check and change your battery. ... (Full Story & Photos)