South Hempstead Volunteer Fire Department

04/27/2026

As April comes to a close, it was a busy and productive month of training for SHFD. This past Sunday, members had the opportunity to train at the Oceanside training facility, participating in three hands-on evolutions simulating real-world scenarios.

Thank you to Oceanside FD for their hospitality!

04/27/2026

On Sunday, April 26th, 2026, the South Hempstead Fire Department operated on the scene of a confirmed car fire on the ramp from the eastbound Southern State Parkway to northbound Peninsula Boulevard. Firefighters put one hand line into operation off of Engine 742 and had the fire quickly extinguished. All occupants made it out of the vehicle safely and there were no reported injuries. Photos K2M Fire Photography

04/16/2026

04/01/2026

Last night, March 30th, 2026, SHFD responded as mutual aid to a working garage fire in the Village of Hempstead. Chief 7400, 7401 and Engine 741 operated at the scene. Photos:

03/16/2026

On Sunday, March 12th, Chief 7400, Chief 7401, and Engine 741 responded mutual aid to a working house fire in Hempstead. Upon arrival, the crew assisted with placing the first two handlines into operation and later assisted with overhaul operations. Engine 741 was on scene within 3 minutes of notification and was the first mutual aid engine to arrive.Photos

02/13/2026

On Thursday, February 12th, Chief 7400 and Engine 741 responded mutual aid to a working house fire in Hempstead. Upon arrival, the crew assisted with placing handlines into operation and utilizing the second line. Engine 741 was on scene within four minutes of notification. Photos:

01/25/2026

Last night, SHFD responded to an overturned vehicle with entrapment in the Baldwin Oaks section of the district.

Chiefs 7400 and 7401 arrived first on scene and confirmed the entrapment. Units 742 and 743 quickly followed.

Members of Unit 742 worked alongside the Nassau County Police Department to safely extricate the victim, demonstrating outstanding teamwork and professionalism under pressure.

01/06/2026

On Monday, Jan 5, 2026 @ approx 10pm the SHFD responded to a house fire in the Baldwin Oaks section. Crews located a small basement fire and quickly brought it under control. Thanks to the fast response of 741 and our mutual aid partners from Baldwin FD and Hempstead FD, the fire was knocked down quickly with minimal damage.

12/21/2025

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12/16/2025

In the early morning of Monday, Dec 16, 2025, the SHFD responded as mutual aid to a house fire in the Village of Hempstead. Chief 7401 and Engine 741 operated at the scene. Photo credit