Oxford Fire and EMS Personnel Host Scout Troop 213 for Fire Prevention Week

Firefighters and emergency medical personnel welcomed Scout Troop 213 for a firehouse tour and safety education program during Fire Prevention Week.

The visit took place October 8, 2026, at Union Fire Company No. 1 in Oxford, Pennsylvania. Scouts, troop leaders and parents toured the station, including the apparatus and ambulance bays, while learning about firefighting equipment, protective gear and emergency medical operations.

Firefighter Witiak discussed fire safety, while Firefighter Scheckner explained firefighter protective equipment. Firefighter Charlton and Junior Firefighters N. Dreyer, T. Dreyer and L. Messner introduced the apparatus and answered questions about its operation.

EMS personnel, including Lt. Chischnijak, Dan, Maya and Roger, explained their responsibilities and discussed the importance of protective gloves during patient care.

The department thanked Troop 213 and its families for participating in the visit, which provided an opportunity for young residents to learn about fire prevention and the work of local emergency responders.