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Washington Hook & Ladder Co. #1 has been serving the community of Secaucus, New Jersey since 1891!

10/16/2026

📸Happy Throwback Thursday!📸

This weeks throwback photo was taken on October 8th 2009. It features our very own Ladder 1 pictured in Jersey City with the New York City Skyline and the Tribute in Light featured in the background. 🚒🌃

10/12/2026

🚒 Congrats to Second Lieutenant Ex-Chief Raymond Cieciuch!🚒

Yesterday, October 11th, Ex-Chief R. Cieciuch received the Lifetime Membership Status from the New Jersey State Volunteer Fire Chiefs Association!

This achievement marks a significant milestone and recognizes his longstanding commitment to the fire service. Throughout his years of membership, Ex-Chief Cieciuch had dedicated his time and efforts to the organization built on service, leadership and commitment.

Reaching 25 years of membership is an extremely noteworthy accomplishment and serves as a testament to the continuous involvement and commitment Ex-Chief Cieciuch has shown in the firefighting community.

We are honored to recognize Second Lieutenant Ex-Chief Raymond Cieciuch on this well-deserved achievement and are grateful for his dedication. Congratulations on receiving a Lifetime Membership Status and celebrating an important milestone! 👏👨‍🚒

10/10/2026

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! 🎀

Throughout the month of October, members and supporters of Washington Hook & Ladder Co. #1 are proudly wearing breast cancer awareness apparel in support of those affected by breast cancer. 💗

Thanks to everyone who purchased apparel, a portion of the proceeds from each item sold has been collected and will be donated to an organization supporting the fight against breast cancer.

A huge thank you to Precision Custom Apparel for absolutely knocking it out of the park with these designs! We couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out!

Please note: All apparel sales have concluded, and we are no longer accepting orders.

Thank you to everyone who supported this initiative and helped us make a difference! 🎀🚒

10/08/2026

📸Happy Throw Back Thursday! 📸

Today’s throwback features Firefighter Frankie Baer in which he was helping the new crew of SFD Members learn and gain some essential extrication and stabilization techniques 💪🪓⛓️‍💥 🚒

10/05/2026

🚒 Chief George H. Heflich Sr. Park Dedication

On Saturday, October 3, the Secaucus Fire Department, Washington Hook & Ladder Co. #1, family, friends, fellow firefighters, and members of our community gathered for the dedication of a park in honor of Chief George H. Heflich Sr.

Chief Heflich has dedicated a lifetime to serving the Town of Secaucus and the volunteer fire service. A former Chief of the Secaucus Fire Department, longtime member of Washington Hook & Ladder Co. #1, community leader, mentor, and friend to generations of firefighters, his impact on our department and community is immeasurable.

Chief Heflich was honored with special recognitions from Governor Mikie Sherrill, U.S. Senator Andy Kim, and numerous other elected officials and local, state, and national fire service organizations who joined us in recognizing his many decades of dedicated service.

A special thank you to Mayor Michael Gonnelli and the Secaucus Town Council for their continued support and for helping make this lasting tribute to Chief Heflich possible.

We also extend our sincere thanks to everyone who helped plan, prepare, participate in, and attend Saturday’s ceremony. Countless individuals and organizations came together to make this an unforgettable day for Chief Heflich and his family.

Most importantly, thank you, Chief Heflich, for a lifetime of leadership, mentorship, friendship, and service. Your legacy will continue to inspire generations of Secaucus firefighters to come.

📍 We invite our community to visit Chief George H. Heflich Sr. Park, located at Moller Street & Louis Street in Secaucus, and see this permanent tribute to a lifetime of service.

Congratulations, Chief — an honor truly well deserved.

10/02/2026

Tomorrow’s the big day! 🚒🇺🇸

Please join us Saturday, October 3rd at 11:00 AM as the Town of Secaucus officially names the park at Moller Street & Louis Street in honor of Chief George H. Heflich Sr.

With 65+ years of dedicated service, Chief Heflich’s commitment to Washington Hook & Ladder Co. #1, the Secaucus Fire Department, and the volunteer fire service has left an incredible legacy. Tomorrow, we’re proud to make that legacy a permanent part of our community.

⏰ Ceremony begins promptly at 11:00 AM
📍 Moller Street & Louis Street
🚒 County Avenue parking reserved for fire apparatus
🚗 Guest parking available on residential streets, Jefferson Avenue & 215 County Avenue
🍽️ Refreshments immediately following at Washington Hook & Ladder Co. #1, 272 County Avenue

Rain or shine. Please arrive early!

We look forward to celebrating Chief Heflich with his family, friends, fellow firefighters, and the entire community. See you tomorrow!

10/01/2026

📸 Happy Throwback Thursday!📸⏰

This week we’re looking back to 2001 at our very own WH&L Company’s Night Out! ⚡️🕺🪩🪅

Featuring many of our Active, Exempt and Honorary Members! 👨‍🚒🚒🔥

09/27/2026

🇺🇸 Proud to Represent Secaucus! 🏈

The Secaucus Fire Department had the privilege of serving as the Honor Guard and presenting our nation’s colors today at MetLife Stadium for the New York Giants vs. Tennessee Titans game.

It was an honor to represent the Secaucus Fire Department and our community on the field during today’s pregame ceremony.

Great job to all of our members who participated and represented our department and the Town of Secaucus with pride! 🇺🇸🚒

09/26/2026

🏃‍♂️🚒 Secaucus Fire Department on hand at the NJ Turnpike Five!

Despite rain and strong winds throughout the entire event, members of the Secaucus Fire Department were out in full force supporting and participating in the 2026 NJ Turnpike Five, benefiting Special Olympics New Jersey right here in Secaucus.

Representing the department on the course:

🏃 Lt. Donald Cieciuch — Washington Hook & Ladder Co. #1
🏃 FF Bailey Fearon — Engine Co. #1
🏃 Probationary FF John Mancini — Washington Hook & Ladder Co. #1

Also on hand supporting the event were Car 1, Tower 2, Engine 3, and Squad 2.

Rain or shine, it was great to see our first responders and community come together for such an important cause.

A huge kudos to the Secaucus Police Department and Lt. Chris Rinaldi for organizing another successful event. More than $75,000 has been raised and counting in support of Special Olympics New Jersey!

Congratulations to everyone who ran, walked, volunteered, and supported the event — especially those who battled through the weather to cross the finish line! 🌧️💨🏃‍♂️

09/24/2026

Throwback Thursday 📸

Today’s throwback features Captain William Zeilder and Lieutenant Raymond Cieciuch discussing operation plans at Middlesex Fire Academy!

Look at those smiles 😁

Address

272 County Avenue
Secaucus, NJ
07094

Telephone

(201) 330-2071

Website

https://linktr.ee/secaucuswhl

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