Engine Company #4
In 1951, the East Meadow Fire Department had just opened a new firehouse on Newbridge Road in response to the rapid growth of residential construction in Levittown. As completion of the new suburb drew near, builders Levitt & Sons looked to the west, developing the Bowling Green section of Westbury.
Apparatus
View the current apparatus of Engine Company #3 of the East Meadow Fire Department.
Apparatus
View the current apparatus of Engine Company #1 of the East Meadow Fire Department.
Our History
As 1955 drew to a close, Chief Dominic Santoro saw the need for a fourth engine company in the district. To staff the new company, 9 men transferred from other companies, led by our first captain, Anthony Butera. On May 21, 1956, 13 new applicants were sworn in and Engine Co. 1 was born.
Departed Members
We proudly recognize the individuals who gave so much to our organization and who have passed on. Their contributions left a positive mark on the community and the organization. They will never be forgotten.
Past Leadership
A look at the members of Engine Company #1 who served as Chief of the East Meadow Fire Department as well as all of the men and women who served as Captain of Engine Company #1 since its inception.
Engine Company #1
Engine One is the seventh and last company formed by the East Meadow Fire Department. On March 19, 1956 Chief Santoro appointed 2nd Lt. Anthony Butera of Engine Co. 2, acting Captain of Engine Co. 1 and directed him to form the Company.
Our History
In the fall of 1948, Levitt and Sons had just completed building their sprawling suburban community, now named Levittown, on the farmland to the eastern side of East Meadow. On the evening of October 29, the newly appointed captain of Company 3 was meeting with prospective members, who, a few weeks later, would be sworn into the department as the first members of company.
Fireman of the Year
Engine Company #3 of the East Meadow Fire Department recognizes one outstanding firefighter every year for their Fireman of the Year award. Here are those dedicated and passionate recipients of this award over the years.
Departed Members
We proudly recognize the individuals who gave so much to our organization and who have passed on. Their contributions left a positive mark on the community and the organization. They will never be forgotten.