The South Hempstead Fire Department is once again spreading holiday cheer with its annual Christmas Tree Sale, running November 28th through December 14th. Community members are encouraged to stop by during designated hours—while supplies last.
The South Hempstead Fire Department will host a free hands-on “Stop the Bleed” and CPR training session on September 20th at 11:00 AM. Community members are encouraged to preregister and learn vital life-saving skills.
We’re accepting sealed bids on two surplus Chevy Tahoes—one from 2007 and one from 2012. Bidding is open now!
The fire was placed under control within 30 minutes, and the cause remains under investigation. The residence was reportedly vacant at the time.
Our 2025 Fund Drive is in full swing! Now accepting donations via PayPal and Venmo for your convenience.
On April 5th, SHFD gathered for its 120th Annual Installation of Chiefs and Officers, honoring outgoing leaders, celebrating life members, and paying tribute to 65-year member Vincent Castelli for his decades of dedication.
Chief 7401 and Engine 741 responded to a working fire in Hempstead on Sunday morning, April 6th, 2025, providing mutual aid and support alongside neighboring departments.
South Hempstead FD members joined the annual Rockville Centre St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 22nd, proudly marching in celebration of tradition and community.
In the early hours of February 2, 2025, the South Hempstead Fire Department responded to a motor vehicle accident with entrapment on the Southern State Parkway. A wrong-way driver was arrested, and multiple individuals were transported to area hospitals.
The South Hempstead Fire Department expresses gratitude to Chief Joseph Sadler for his six years of dedicated service in the Chiefs Office, including the past two years as Chief of Department. As he steps down, Ex-Chief Michael Spatz takes on
