On Monday, June 22, 2009, members from all five Haverford Township fire stations conducted a township training exercise at the Montgomery County Fire Academy.  Firefighters conducted several training evolutions during the three hour training period.  Scenarios included fire attack and suppression, ventilation, and search and rescue.  Haverford Township's five fire companies, making up the Haverford Township Bureau of Fire, conduct drills together on a regular basis to familiarize each other with the different operating procedures and individual specialties of each of the five fire companies.

On Monday, May 4, 2009, crews from Stations 58 and 03 (Clifton Heights) braved the rainy weather to conduct structural burn training.  Clifton Heights Fire Company provided an additional element to Bon Air's sometimes routine training by offering their experience and perspective in aerial quint operations.  Multiple evolutions were conducted in the areas of fire attack, suppression, and rescue.  Thanks to the officers and crew of Clifton Heights Fire Company for helping to make this such a productive, safe, and really enjoyable training exercise. 

On 4-25-09, at 05:09 Upper Darby Fire Companies-36, 37, Ladder-26, and R.I.T.-74 were dispatched to 250 Beverly Boulevard, J building, for the building fire.  UD-11(Hicks) arrived reporting heavy fire on the second and third floors of a three story apartment building. Crews entered the building for search and rescue operations and began to attack the fire. The second alarm was requested at 05:11, bringing the remainder of Company-26 and R.I.T.-20. RESCUE-58 was requested for the air bank.  Fire on the second floor was knocked quickly although heavy fire remained evident from the third floor. The remainder of Companies-20 and 74 along with Tower-34 were requested to the scene.  RESCUE-58 was assigned as the R.I.T. team until relieved by crews from 74.  Crews from RESCUE-58 assisted with overhaul and airbank operations. Companies were on scene for approx 6 hours.

On April 13, 2009, at approximately 02:23 hours, Stations 38 (OAKMONT) and 35 (BROOKLINE) were dispatched to the 600 block of Loraine Ave for the dwelling fire.   Chief 38-9 arrived on location shortly thereafter and reported a 2 1/2 story wood frame, single family dwelling with heavy fire showing.  Crews from 38 made a quick and aggressive knock on the blaze before the fire could advance to exposures.  Company 35 provided water supply and assisted with operations.  Rescue 58 was dispatched for the Airbank and assisted with overhaul.  34-8 (Mass Casualty/Rehab) provided fireground support.  Units cleared at approximately 04:45.

We would like to thank the residents of Haverford Township, surrounding communities and others as far as Indiana who supported and attended the event.  A great day had by all.  We look forward to your continued support and participation at our next event.  Stay tuned to the website for updates.

A special thanks to Colonial Village Meat Market of Havertown for their generous donation that helped make this even a success.

At 06:53 on Feb 4th after heavy overnight snow fall, Company 58 (Bon Air), Engine 56 (Manoa), and Tower 34 (Llanerch) were dispatched to 253 Warrior Rd for the building fire. 58-9B (McDonald) arrived on location and found heavy smoke and fire showing from the 2nd floor. 58-9 (Kramer) arrived and assumed command of the working fire and added Squad 38 (Oakmont) for the Rapid Intervention Team. Pipeline 58 was ordered to lead off with 1.75 inch line upon arrival. Pipeline 58 put their line in service quickly and aggressively attacked the fire. Engine 56 arrived and laid out from Pipeline 58 to the hydrant. Tower 34 and Engine 56 provided ventilation. The fire was placed under control in just over 20 minutes. Crews did an outstanding job containing the fire to the room of origin. The building sustained smoke and water damage.


Units on location:
Chief 58-9
Asst Chief 58-9B
Pipeline58
Engine 58-2
Rescue 58
Squad 56
Engine 56
Tower Ladder 34
Squad 38 (RIT)
Ambulances 56-7, 56-7A
Medic 108
Havertown PD
Dist 9 Fire Police
Public Works

Just after 0330 hours Company 38 and Engine 35 were dispatched to 2716 Sunnybrook Lane for a building fire. While en route police reported heavy smoke showing and requested EMS for a victim with smoke inhalation. Chief 38-9 arrived and assumed command. Rescue 58 was dispatched for the air unit.
Squad 38 went into service with an 1 3/4" upon arrival. Ladder 38 assisted with ventilation and a back up line. Engine 35 established a water supply to Squad 38.  The fire was quickly extinguished but required extensive overhaul. The crew of Rescue 58 refilled 30 air bottles and assisted in overhaul.  Companies returned to service at 0610 hours

On Sunday, October 12, 2008, members from Bon Air participated in the annual Delaware County Run For Heroes.  The 5K race takes place every fall, and benefits the families of police, firefighters and emergency responders who have been killed in the line of duty.  Team 58 consisted of two groups: Group 1 competed in the running event; Group 2 participated in the walking event.  The results are as follows:  1st Place: PA State Police, 2nd Place: Springfield Fire Co. Team 1, 3rd Place: Bon Air Fire Co., 4th Place: Springfield Fire Co. Team 2, 5th Place: Darby Borough Police Dept.

On Friday, October 10, Bon Air celebrated its annual Fire Prevention open house from.  The event included demonstrations, games, and refreshments.  Thank you to all of those who participated.  We had a great night as usual!!

Don't miss the annual haunted maze and hayride that everyone talks about.  This year's Bon Air Haunted Maze and Hayride will be held on the following dates: October 5, 11, 12, 17, 18, 24, and 25.  The event will run each night from 7 to 10 p.m.  There are activities for the entire family, and don't miss the famous Dr. Scary.  For questions or directions call the firehouse at 610-446-6008.