At 0918 hrs companies were dispatched to 850 Calcon Hook Rd, Darby Twp. for AFA. Upon arrival, Company 09 reported there was a sprinkler head activation due to construction in the building. Engine 75 arrived on location under the direction of 75-9 and instructed Jr Firefighter, Robert Scott to chock off the activated sprinkler head. Unfortunately the kid got soaked.

The Briarcliffe Fire Company is proud to announce the updated Administative and Line Officers for 2009.   Best of luck to all in the coming year.

Fire Chief:   Brian Ganley

1st Assistant Chief:   Tim Cavanaugh

2nd Assistant Chief:   Larry Lemmon

Captain:  Bob Scott

Lieutenant:  Harry Dipilla

Chief Engineer:  Dave Byrd

Ambulance Supervisor:  Mike Minnick

President:  Larry Lemmon

Vice President:  Dave Byrd

Acting Treasurer(s):  Dan Assal + Larry Lemmon

Financial Secretary:  Joe Carver

Recording  Secretary:  Sony ICD-B600

Board of Directors:   Chairman   Tim Cavanaugh 

                                     Secretary   Dave Byrd 

                                     Trustees   Harry Dipilla,  Joe Carver, 

                                                         Bob Scott,  Chrissy Cavanaugh, 

                                                         Donna Mark                  

On January 31, 2009,  the members  of the Briarcliffe Fire Company  gathered  with family , friends , members  of  our  cover  companies    and local   dignitaries  to   celebrate  our  annual   banquet  .   This year's  event  was held  at the Oaks Banquet  Hall  .   After  dinner ,  District Judge Steven Sandone  presided  over  the installation of  our officers  for the  new year . Before  the dancing  began and the night came to  a close , several   awards were  given   . 

A special   service award  was given to  Dan Oliveri  for all his  dedication and  hard  work  .  Dan proudly  held the position as President  for 26 years before  stepping down . Dan  has  over 40  years  in the  fire  service  with many  more to  follow  .  Congratulations  Dano !   Many thanks  for all  your loyalty , integrity  and  leadership  you  have provided.

A special service  award  was  presented  to  Larry  Smythe  on behalf  of the Mercy Fitzgerald  Health Care  crew    for  all  of their  hard  work and  service  to  our community  .

The  President's Award  was  presented to  Dave Byrd  for all  of  his  hard  work and dedication  throughout  the  previous  year .

The  Chief's Award was  presented to  Harry Dipilla  for all of his  hard work and  dedication during the previous year .

The William J. Kerns "Member of the Year" Award   was  given to   Tim Cavanuagh for all of  his hard work and dedication during the previous year .

The top  five  runners for 2008  were  announced  and given awards  for  their  dedication . 

1. Dan Assal

2. Larry  Lemmon

3. Dave Byrd

4. Harry Dipilla

5. Brian Ganley

The members  of the Briarcliffe Fire Company would like  to thank  the  Banquet Committee  for their  efforts  and a  special thanks   to   everyone  who  attended and  helped  us  celebrate  our  special   night .

 If you would like to donate some time back to your community, why not join the rest of our members here at the Briaircliffe Fire Company. Whether you would like to help with protecting you neighbors or help out with our fundraising activities, there is always room for new members. If this sounds like something that you would be interested in getting more information about, send us an email with your contact information to membership@briarcliffefireco.com, and someone from our membership committee will contact you. Or you can stop by the station any Tuesday evening at 7pm to fill out an application and ask any further questions that you might have about volunteering in your community.  

Our members along with the members of many other Delaware County Fire Companies had come together today for the dedication ceremony of the new Delaware County Fallen Firefighter & EMS Memorial. This memorial is located at Rose Tree Park. This memorial has been in discussions for the last 5-7 years and this year it has become a reality.

The members of our company would like to say "A Job Well Done' and "Thank You" to all the members of the memorial committee. They came together back in early spring and in just a few short months have completed their project of such a beautiful place for family members and friends to visit, and to know how much their loved one is missed and will never be forgotten by their brothers and sisters of the Fire & EMS services of Delaware County. 

 Our Fire Prevention team made their annual visit to the Southeast Delco Kindergarten Center for Fire Prevention week. After learning some fire safety tips, the children got the chance to "Stay Low and Go" in the Surrey Fire Safety house. As well as learning a little about the equipment that is carried on the fire apparatus and ambulance.

  We would like to thank the staff of the Kindergarten Center for their continued support and teamwork with this program, as well as the Collingdale Fire Company #1 for the use of their Surrey Fire Safety house again this year.

  Our members would like to thank the residents of Briarcliffe who came out and participated in our annual Fire Prevention Open House. All of the children were happy to learn some fire safety tips like Stop, Drop & Roll as well as talking to the firefighters about the equipment that we carry on the fire apparatus. The children were excited to get their turn to ride on a fire truck, as well as trying on the firefighter's boots, pants, coat and helmet. Parents were also delighted to see the smiles on their children's faces while trying on the firefighter's gear. Some members were also talking with parents about home safety practices as well as answering the many questions that some parents had for us. 

Remember Fire Prevention is not just for one week, it is a job that continues all year long.

Be Alert and Stay Safe!

The company was dispatched to 140 N. MacDade Blvd at the Pathmark Supermarket for and MVA with entrapment, and a vehicle on its side. With Medic 75, Engine 75, 01-7 and Rescue 01 on the ticket, units arrived on scene to find a three vehicle accident with an SUV on its side in the parking lot of the Pathmark. Medic 75 was first on scene and had reported that the occupants had self extricated and were safely out of the SUV and had no other entrapment. 75-9a arrived on scene and then recalled the rescue. With all occupants stating that there were no injuries, Medic 75 and 01-7 were made available. Engine 75 stood by on scene waiting for the hook.

   On Tuesday October 7th, we will be hosting our annual Fire Prevention Open House from 7PM to 9PM. Our fire prevention team has put together displays about Fire Saftey along with activites such as Stop Drop & Roll, Fire Truck rides and more. We will also be giving out FREE First Aid Kits(while supplies last).

So please come out and join us for this event. In addition, refreshments will also be available.

Members joined the Folsom Fire Company of Ridley Township in celebrating 100 years of service as well as the housing of their new TAC 18.

Members did a walk through of the Darby Township School to get familiar with all of the new additions and renovations that have taken place over this past summer.

Members of Station 08 joined our members for a R.I.T. drill. The crews from both companies worked well together during various scenarios from lifting and injured firefighter out of a window to extrication through a hole in the floor.  

Members attended a Flashover Simulator Training at the Delaware County Emergency Services Training Center in Darby Township.