Ocean City Firefighters Association

06/23/2026

Thank you Safety Third Training for delivering Jet Ski Operations to several of our members last week. This will help enhance our ocean and bay rescue response alongside the OCBP.

https://www.nbcnewyork.com/video/on-air/as-seen-on/new-lifesaving-training-for-jersey-shore-rescue-crews/6515920/

06/22/2026

Local 4032 is proud to announce the appointment of our new Chaplain, Pastor Tim Bromhead.
Tim is deep rooted in Ocean City and its community, having been born and raised here, always being involved with youth sports and youth groups. Tim also served honorably as a Patrolman with The Ocean City Police Department for over 20 years, before retirement, responding to thousands of significant emergency calls in the community throughout his career. Through all of this, many of our members have either worked alongside Tim, been coached, or been apart of his Youth Groups throughout their lives, which make him the perfect replacement for recently retired Rev. Jameson. Tim is also a husband, father, grandfather, and Pastor of Chapel By The Sea. Please join us in welcoming Tim to The OCFD Family!

06/21/2026

On June 18, 2026 The Ocean City Fire Department held a swearing in ceremony for our 3 new hires, upon graduation of Atlantic County Fire Academy Career Class 26-1. The academy spanned several months and included recruits from Atlantic City, Pleasantville, Margate City, and Cape May.
As tradition, their final PT session was a run over the 9th Street Bridge, to The Boardwalk, ending with a high rise hose pack carry to the roof of Gardens Plaza. Congratulations to all!

PFF- T. Finnegan #246 B-Platoon

PFF- W. Tracy #247 A-Platoon

PFF- J. Oves #248 C-Platoon

All 3 are Ocean City High School Alumni and bring Ocean Rescue Experience from The Ocean City Beach Patrol. We wish you successful and healthy careers.

06/16/2026

Local 4032 would like to congratulate B-Platoon EMT Winston Roberts on his well deserved retirement from The Ocean City Fire Department, after over 41 years of honorable and selfless service to The City of Ocean City, its residents, and visitors.
Winston became an EMT in 1985 and joined the City of Ocean City in 1987, first as part of the Public Works Department then briefly as a police dispatcher, and finally on 6/1/87 became a member of the Ocean City Rescue Squad. Over the years, he served in many roles, including EMS Chief from 1994 to 1998, and remained a constant presence as emergency medical services were absorbed by the Fire Department in 1996.
Throughout his career, Winston was assigned to B-Platoon, Ambulance-1, where he responded to thousands of emergency calls, providing skilled care, compassion, and reassurance during some of the most difficult moments in people’s lives. His dedication to helping others didn’t stop when his shift ended in Ocean City.
Over the years he has also worked at other EMS agencies such as Atlantic City and Hamilton Township Rescue Squads. Winston is always ready to help when someone is in need.
His impact extends far beyond the calls he answered. As an EMT instructor, he trained and mentored countless EMTs and firefighters, including many retired and current members of the department. His knowledge, patience, and commitment to teaching have helped shape generations of emergency responders throughout the department and region.
While this is bittersweet in the fact that we will miss his expertise, and one of a kind personality day to day, we wish him and his family the best in his next chapter. We know he will not be a stranger! Congratulations R-5 on your well earned retirement!

06/07/2026

Members of The A-Platoon off-duty, attending yesterday’s Phillies Game. Each year, we have made a solid effort to do something for each shift outside of the firehouse, that includes family and friends. A great time was had by all ! 🇺🇸⚾️ Thanks for having us !

06/02/2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with the men and women of The Atlantic City Police Department, and their families, during this tragic time.

05/26/2026

Great day at the inaugural PFANJ Sporting Clay Shoot. OCFD Local 4032 had two teams competing. Congratulations to team 2 “Cooter’s Shooters” for taking 1st place team overall, and to FF George Karpinski for high overall individual shooter.

05/25/2026

Local 4032 honors those who have made the ultimate sacrifice, and continue to serve our nation, this Memorial Day.

The city will be hosting its Memorial Day Ceremony today at 11AM, at Veteran’s Park, located at 5th and Wesley.

05/20/2026

We cannot stress enough, Swim Near a Lifeguard! If you are in doubt don’t go out.

The Ocean City Beach Patrol will begin the 2026 season on Memorial Day Weekend. The OCBP guards beaches from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekends and holidays, and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays.
From Saturday, May 23, 2026 through Friday, May 29, 2026, the following beaches will be guarded:
St. Charles Place
Brighton Place
8th Street
9th Street
12th Street
22nd Street
26th Street
34th Street
58th Street

Emergencies Dial 9-1-1!