On November 20th, 2016, the Port Washington Fire Department was activated for a structural fire, in a private dwelling, in the Village of Sands Point, New York. PWFD members did an outstanding job battling the fire. All occupants were safely evacuated and 1 firefighter sustained minor injuries. Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers this… Continue Reading
It is with deep regret that the Chiefs Office along with the Officers and members of the Flower Hill Hose Company # 1 announce the passing of Michael “Mugsy” Pickering 42 year member, of the Flower Hill Hose Company and the Port Washington Fire Department. Viewing will be at the Flower Hill Hose Co.1 located… Continue Reading
It is with deep regret The Chiefs Office along with the Officers and members of the Atlantic Hook & Ladder Company # 1 announce the passing of Frank Nuzzolese. Frank Nuzzolese was a 71 Year Member of the Atlantic Hook & Ladder Company and the Port Washington Fire Department.
It is with deep regret that the Chiefs office along with the Officers and Members of the Flower Hill Hose Co #1 announce the passing of Steve Leeolou, 60 year member of the Port Washington Fire Department and the Flower Hill Hose Co. #1. Viewing will be held on Tuesday January 5th, 2-4pm and 7-9pm… Continue Reading
On December 6th 2015, at approximately 1343 hours, the Port Washington Fire Department was activated for a “General Alarm” on Grove Place in the Terrace Section of Port Washington. Protection Engine Company #1 was first due with Engine 8513 followed by Flower Hill Engine Company #1’s Engine 855. The fire was located in the living… Continue Reading
The Road Runners Drill Team 2015 Season Summary In 2015 the PW Road Runners finished with 86.5 nassau county points, taking second place, and tying their highest finish since the early 90’s. In the NYS Championship they finished with 10.5 points, landing their highest total since the 1970’s. Losing guys to various jobs and injuries… Continue Reading
The Port Washington Fire Department conducted a marine focused drill on Thursday August 27th, 2015. Members from all four companies practiced on a variety of skills and equipment relevant to marine operations. All firefighters had the opportunity to practice using portable pumps to draft water from Hempstead Bay and flow water through handheld attack lines. 85M1,… Continue Reading
The PWFD is proud to introduce a new Chief of Department and Department Officers. Brian Waterson, of Atlantic Hook and Ladder Company #1, was elected to the position of Chief of Department. Bryan Vogeley, of Flower Hill Hose Company #1, was elected to the position of 1st Assistant Chief. Thomas Golden, of Protection Engine Company… Continue Reading
On Tuesday, March 3rd, 2015, the PWFD was alerted for a General Alarm: House Fire at 11:10pm. Ladder 8519, belonging to Atlantic Hook and Ladder Co. #1, was first to arrive on the scene. On arrival they encountered thick smoke conditions bellowing from the two-car garage. Upon further investigation, firefighters found a running vehicle engulfed… Continue Reading
On March 2nd, 2015, the Reverend Dr. Charles R. Vogeley, became the Port Washington Fire Department’s newest Chaplain. Rev. Dr. Vogeley, known affectionately as “Pastor Charlie,” has served Port Washington since 1975 when he was ordained and installed as the Lutheran Church of Our Savior’s Pastor. A full biography for the Rev. Dr. Vogeley is… Continue Reading