Protection Engine Company #1

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Protection Engine Company #1 Protection Fire Company 1, known as Engine 6, is one of the five companies that comprise the city of the South Amboy's Fire Department. David Quinlan Sr.

Protection Engine Co #1 was organized on Friday evening November 28th 1890. Our records show that the first meeting held at Welsh hall 200 block of First St. shows William Birmingham (President) Tobias Grace (Vice President) John J. Scully (Secretary) Michael Welsh (Treasurer) Michael Welsh (Foreman) Tobias Grace (1st Asst Foreman) John Scully (2nd Assist Foreman). Michael Stanton and Frank Grace (Trustee's). The first apparatus purchased was housed at The Welsh Family's barn on First St. In 1892 the company was given its first quarters at Feltus and Augusta Street's. In 1929 its current quarters was erected approx 500 feet away from original firehouse on corners of Feltus and David Street's. The steam engine in 1892 was pulled by any available team of horses that could be harnessed. Records show the team pulling the steam engine were that of Mr. The companies 1892 steam engine was accredited for helping to saving the business district in the City of Perth Amboy which was known to many as the Five Corners around the turn of the century. The steam engine was transported to Perth Amboy via the Raritan Rivier Railroad on a flat cart. The year of 1924 began the long standing history for Protection with operating the iconic Mack Fire Apparatus. 1924 the company obtained a Mack Bulldog Chain Driven model pumper, after 30 years of respected service it was retired. 1954 brought the Mack B-85 Thermodyne 750 G.P.M. pumper with a 250 gallon booster tank. 20 years later brought in the reign of the 1974 Mack CF600 1,000 G.P.M diesel powered pumper with 750 gallon booster tank. Currently the company operates a 2000 Mack/Swab on an MR cab-chasis 1,500 G.P.M. with 700 gallon water and 50 gallon foam cell. Distinguished members of Protection Engine Co. #1

Martin J. Bailey KIA on Oct 20th 1918 at age of 23 serving in France during World War 1. Thomas M. Adamecs LODD January 5th 1966 from a heart attack in structure fire. Ex-Chiefs of Protection Engine Co #1
( * Denotes deceased chief)
Jeremiah Connors*
Edward Szatkowski*
Anthony Charmello*
Harry "Hank" Megil *
John Szatkowski*
Edward "Wolf" Szatkowski Jr. Michael Toris Sr. Kenneth Walczak*
Larry Parsons
Tim W. Walczak
Jamie Norek
Steven Szatkowski

Officers of Engine Co. #1 2022

Chief of Department- David Szatkowski
Captain-Charlie Honimar
1st LT- Andrew Fedorka
2nd LT- Tom Szatkowski Jr
3rd LT- Keith Scheetz

10/12/2026
Earlier today SAFD members attended a training class on the new thermal imaging cameras (TIC) we received. These cameras...
10/10/2026

Earlier today SAFD members attended a training class on the new thermal imaging cameras (TIC) we received. These cameras were a major upgrade to improve our ability to help citizens when in need. Thank you to Instructor/Battalion Chief Arroyo for his very informative and hands on class.

We are always looking for new volunteers to help the community and become part of our fire family. Stop by any firehouse or reach out to any member for more information.

10/10/2026

SAFD units were dispatched to reported structure fire on Lovely Dr. Upon arrival fire was out and a burnt mattress was out side. FD deployed ventilation fans to clear out smoke

10/03/2026

SOLD OUT

Thank you all for another successful rib cookout fundraiser. Sorry to the people that didnt get any. Next cookout will be in 3 weeks on October 24th. Hope to see you all there. Thank you all once again.

Satski’s Firehouse Spare Rib FundraiserSince we had to cancel because of the storm this past weekend our next rib date i...
09/28/2026

Satski’s Firehouse Spare Rib Fundraiser

Since we had to cancel because of the storm this past weekend our next rib date is this Saturday ,October 3rd.

We hope everyone and their families made out ok through the past stormy weekend. Also we hope to see you all this Saturday. Thank you as always for your support.

Protection Firehouse
100 North Feltus St, South Amboy
$25 a rack
Cash only
Start selling around 9am.

09/25/2026

ATTENTION- RIB UPDATE

Due to mother nature our spare rib cookout fundraiser scheduled for September 26 will be postponed until October 3rd.

We apologize for the inconvenience and hope to see you all October 3rd.

Stay safe in the storm. We are expecting some pretty gusty winds, heavy rain, qnd coastal flooding. Remember if the roads flooded turn around, dont drown.

Yesterday members of South Amboy Fire Dept marched in Wildwood for the Annual NJ Firemen’s Association convention Parade...
09/20/2026

Yesterday members of South Amboy Fire Dept marched in Wildwood for the Annual NJ Firemen’s Association convention Parade.
Although we didn't win the Best Overall trophy we did win several marching and apparatus trophies.
Protection Engine 6 won 2nd place Best Appearing Pumper 26-50 years old. And member Andrew Fedorka entered the old Protection 1974 Mack pumper which is privately owned and a 9/11 memorial float. Congratulations to Chief Michael Kelly Assistant Chiefs Charles Honimar and Ken Kokoszka! We'll done!

Address

Feltus And David Streets
South Amboy, NJ
08879

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(732) 721-7323

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