Port Washington Fire Department

06/01/2026

05/30/2026

At approximately 7:45 p.m. this evening, the Port Washington Fire Department was dispatched to a reported house fire on White Oak Drive. Being that units responding could see smoke in the distance a signal 10 Working fire was transmitted before arriving on scene.

Upon arrival, firefighters encountered heavy fire on the first and second floors of a single-family split-level residence. Officers from the Port Washington Police Department were first on scene, gained entry confirmed that no occupants were home at the time of the fire and successfully rescued the homeowners’ dog.

Firefighters worked to bring the blaze under control and conduct extensive overhaul operations. The fire caused a partial collapse of the second floor and garage.

There were no civilian injuries reported however several firefighters sustained injuries during firefighting operations, with six members transported to area hospitals for evaluation. All injured firefighters are reported to be in stable condition.

Mutual aid assistance was provided by several neighboring fire departments. The incident was operated under the command of Chief of Department Donald Reese.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

05/28/2026

Recently members of the Port Washington Fire Department visited several local organizations for community outreach and educational events. Firefighters attended a truck day and “People in Your Community” event at Temple Beth Israel, a “People in Your Community” event at Chabad of Port Washington, and joined the Port Washington Police Department for a “Community Heroes” event with the preschoolers of Archangel Michael Church.

These visits gave children the opportunity to meet local first responders, learn about fire safety and emergency services, and see the apparatus and equipment up close. Thank you to all of the organizations for welcoming our members and helping strengthen the connection between first responders and the community.

05/26/2026

This year’s Port Washington Fire Department Memorial Day services were conducted indoors at the Atlantic Hook & Ladder Company due to the rain.
Thank you Pam Monfort for being there to capture these photos.

05/26/2026

Thank you to Pam Monfort for capturing these great photos of the department during this year’s Memorial Day Parade! Your continued support and talent help preserve these special moments for our members and community. 🇺🇸📸

05/25/2026

CONGRATULATIONS to this years PWFD Grand Marshals, 50 year members Chairman Robert Kropacek of the Protection Engine Co. No. 1, PWFD, LINY and Ex-Captain Donald Wilson of the Flower Hill Hose Company 1.

05/25/2026

Today, the Port Washington Fire Department solemnly honors the memory of our brave brothers who selflessly answered the call of our Nation. These courageous members of our Department left this great community to serve in times of war and never returned home to their families.

We remember:

🇺🇸 Joseph M. Caruso
Atlantic Hook & Ladder Company – World War II

🇺🇸 Calvin Leitz
Protection Engine Company – World War II

🇺🇸 Owen V. Poole
Protection Engine Company – World War II

🇺🇸 Joseph Richter
Protection Engine Company – World War II

🇺🇸 Robert L. Zwerlein
Protection Engine Company – Vietnam War

🇺🇸 John M. Burke
Flower Hill Hose Company – World War II

🇺🇸 Peter A. Lang
Flower Hill Hose Company – World War II

🇺🇸 Alexander P. Taylor
Flower Hill Hose Company – World War II

May they rest in eternal peace, and may their sacrifices — and the sacrifices of their families — NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.

We remain forever grateful for their courage, service, and ultimate sacrifice. 🇺🇸

05/24/2026

🇺🇸 Memorial Day Parade 🇺🇸
Monday, May 25, 2026
Parade steps off at 10:00 AM — Rain or Shine!

The men and women who fought for our freedom didn’t stop because of the rain… and neither should we.

Come out and support those marching, honor the sacrifices made for our country, and stand together as a community in remembrance of our fallen heroes. 🇺🇸

05/22/2026

At 8:45 this morning, the Port Washington Fire Department was alerted for a male construction worker who had fallen and suffered an ankle injury in a 10-foot-deep hole at a construction site in the Village of Sands Point.

Given the nature of the incident, Assistant Chief Patrick Saccoccia requested activation of the Countywide TRT Matrix, bringing multiple departments with specialized below-grade and confined space rescue training to the scene.

Upon arrival, Chief Saccoccia determined that the victim had fallen into a recently poured cement foundation and sustained a fractured ankle. After assessing the situation, it was determined that the specialized TRT units would not be needed, and their response was canceled.

Firefighters and EMS personnel packaged the patient and safely extricated him using a Stokes basket and rope system. The victim was then transported to a local hospital for evaluation and treatment.

05/18/2026

Earlier today at 11:53am, the Port Washington Fire Department was alerted for a house fire on Radcliff Avenue in the Village of Port Washington North. Additional information received reported the rear of the home was on fire, prompting the transmission of a Signal 10 / Working Fire, bringing mutual aid response from neighboring departments.

Mutual aid included a ladder from the Manhasset-Lakeville Fire Department, an engine from the Plandome Fire Department, and a FAST team from the Roslyn Rescue Fire Company. The Great Neck Vigilant Fire Company and Albertson Fire Company stood by in town with a ladder and engine to cover any additional alarms.

Upon arrival, crews encountered a fire involving a second-story deck with extension into the rear of the home. First due Engine 8513 stretched an attack line to the rear of the house and quickly brought the fire under control, while the crew of Ladder 8519 checked for extension and performed overhaul operations.

The occupants safely self-evacuated prior to firefighters’ arrival and no injuries were reported.

Thanks to the quick and coordinated efforts of all responding units, the fire was knocked down within 20 minutes of the initial alarm, preventing extensive damage to the home.

The cause of the fire has been determined to be non-suspicious and was caused by the improper discarding of a cigarette.

All units operated under the command o Donald Reese, Chief of Department.