The Officers and Crew of the Brookline Fire Co. wish to extend our congratulations to Chrissy and Bill Stapleton Jr. who tied the knot Saturday, March 5th at Annunciation BVM.

Brookline Fire Co. is hitting the links! On May 13th 2011 we are holding our 1st Annual Golf Outing at Cobbs Creek Golf Club. The cost is $115 which includes a open bar and buffet dinner after wards at J.D. McGillicuddy’s on Brookline Blvd. This event and many others will support us as near our 100th Anniversary in 2014. For more information about registration and sponsorship opportunities please click the images below. We hope everyone can join us this day!

The Brookline Fire Company was honored to be involve in the welcome home of a true hero. On Sunday January 23, 2011 all five Haverford Township Volunteer Fire Companies participated in the welcome home of Corporal Basis. Roy enlisted in the USMC in July 2007. He served in Operation Iraqi Freedom from the late 2008 to March 2009 and traveled to various countries such as Bharain, Iraq, France, and Greece supporting other military operations. He also served in Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan from June 2010 to Jauary 2011 in Marjah. Welcome Home Roy. Pictured here is the Crew from Ladder 35 saluting Roy as he passes under the the American flag supported by Ladder 35 and 38.

Ladder 35 Crew Salutes Corporal Roy Basis

The Brookline Fire Company again this year will be chauffeuring Santa and his clowns around the district. On Sunday, December 19th starting at 12PM, Ladder 35 and Engine 35 will be taking to the streets handing out candy canes and gum to all the residents of the district. When you hear the fire sirens, come on out and enjoy our company! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

On December 9th at 0126 hours Co. 34, Engine Co. 35, and Rescue 58 were dispatched to 11 E. Mercer Avenue for a dwelling fire. 34-9 (J. Roberts) arrived on scene within minutes and had heavy fire showing from sides B,C and D and requested the RIT from Oakmont. Engine 35 was the first unit in and was ordered to drop a 5 inch line and pull a 2 inch line to the side door. Due to the heavy fire conditions E35′s crew made only the vestibule of the doorway and started to knock the fire down from that area. Foam 35 and 34-2 arrived on location and pulled a second 2 inch line and started to the rear of the house which was fully involved. At this time Command asked for full Co. 38 and 56 for the RIT. At this time fire had extended into the roof area and the house was fully involved and it was decided that it would be a strictly exterior attack. Along with the numerous handlines in service crews also set up a 3 inch line in front and the rear to combat the heavy fire load. The fire was finally brought under control at the 50 minute mark. With temperatures under the freezing mark, crews dealt with ice and dangerous conditions on the fire ground. Companies remained scene till 0330 hours performing extensive overhaul. Units on scene: 35-9, 34-9, E35, F35, 34-2, T34, R58, L38, E38, R38, E56, 34-7, 34-7A, 56-7, M108, M53

Photos Ctsy J. Hayes

On Sunday, October 10th some of the Brookline members put on their running shoes and took to the streets of Springfield for the 10th Annual Run for Heroes. Since 2001, the Run for Heroes race has raised over $260,000 for the Hero Scholarship Fund. This fund is used for the children of fallen firefighters and police officers from Delaware County. The Brookline Fire Company had 4 participants and finished in 1st place in the “Best Emergency Responders” group. Coming in second was the Delaware County Police Academy and following them was the Springfield Fire Co. Congrats to all participants who supported an excellent cause!

At approximately 22:59 hours on Tuesday, October 19th Company 38 and Engine Co. 35 were dispatched to 2323 E. Darby Road for a building fire with entrapment. Fireboard advised the incoming companies that they were receiving numerous calls from 4th floor residents stating they could not get out of their apartments. 38-9 arrived on location and confirmed heavy smoke of the 4th floor and told Fireboard to start a 2nd alarm (L35, Engine 34, R58 and R56). Squad 38 arrived and started their apartment pack started to investigate conditions of the 4th floor. Engine and Foam 35 arrived on location also and stood-by at the hydrant and Ladder 35 took the front of the building. Upon further investigation it was found to be some type of accelerant that was on fire on the 4th floor which ignited the carpet. There was heavy smoke created and then a resident started to attack the blaze with a fire extinguisher. 1st alarm companies placed fans in service to remove the smoke from the floor. Delaware County Criminal Investigation Division and the State Fire Marshal were notified. Company 35 cleared the scene approximately 45 minutes later. Units on scene: Co 38, Co 35, Eng Co 34, R58, Rit 56, Medic 108, Medic 109, 34-7, 56-7 . Photo Courtesy of Eric Hartline-Delaware County Times

At 09:58 hours Companies 38, 56 and Medic 108 were dispatched to 303 Pheasant Hill Drive in Haverford’s Foxfields section for a building fire. Upon arrival of Medic 108 there was fire and smoke coming from the eaves of the house. Oakmont Command then upgraded the assignment bringing Company 35. Ladder 35 quickly arrived on scene and pulled into the front driveway to the house and immediately put the main aerial in service to the roof. Ladder 35 opened the roof for ventilation and checked for extension. Engine 35 arrived shortly thereafter and assisted Squad 38′s crew inside, opening ceilings and walls. Crews were on scene for approximately an hour and a half. Pictures courtesy of Manoa Fire Co.

A longtime friend and mother of the Brookline Fire Co. passed away September 24th. Jane Feeney was the mother of fire company photographer Brian Feeney and former members Mark,  Shawn, and Jeff Feeney. Mrs. Feeney was famous for her hospitality on countless Santa Sunday’s. She would provide cookies, food and drink to Santa and his helpers each year. She also created costumes for Santa’s helpers to wear, which lasted many, many years. Jane will be missed by the Brookline Fire Company. We extend our condolences to the entire Feeney family.

Since July 4th the Brookline Fire Company has continued training and serving our community running fire calls. We recently had Deputy Paramedic Director Victor Berg and Paramedic John Calamia refreshed the members on how to properly package and hoist a victim inside a stokes basket. Ladder 35 is equipped with a lifting device that can hoist victims from steep grades, holes and from a roof area. Paramedic Calamia is a certified rope and rigging instructor made a usually difficult task easy to remember. As we head into the school season and kids are going back to school, we remind everyone to obey the fifteen mile per hour speed limit in school zones. Additionally, yield and pull to the side for all emergency vehicles and please SLOW DOWN when you see a fire truck exiting the firehouse. Have a safe and enjoyable remainder of the summer season.