West Hempstead Fire Department

West Hempstead Fire Department Proudly serving the West Hempstead community since 1919. EMERGENCY # 516-742-3300

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516-486-8846
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In 1919 a group of West Hempstead residents joined together to form the Victory Chemical Engine and Hose Company #1 offering fire protection services to the residents. Since inception the volunteer membership has served the West Hempstead community with care, compassion, & pride. Today, The West Hempstead Fire Department responds to over 750 alarms annually for both fire & medical emergencies. For more information email [email protected]

The West Hempstead Fire Department and Westerners Drill Team is proud to host The 2026 New York State Championship Weeke...
07/28/2026

The West Hempstead Fire Department and Westerners Drill Team is proud to host The 2026 New York State Championship Weekend along with The Hempstead and South Hempstead Fire Departments.

The West Hempstead Fire Department and Westerners Drill Team is proud to host The 2026 New York State Championship Weeke...
07/28/2026

The West Hempstead Fire Department and Westerners Drill Team is proud to host The 2026 New York State Championship Weekend along with The Hempstead and South Hempstead Fire Departments.

The Westerners Drill Team along with The Rascals and Yellow Hornets are proud to be The Hosts of The 2026 New York State Championship Weekend! August 15th and 16th Come to Weir Street in Hempstead to see who will be crowned the next Champion!

Anyone interested in merchandise follow the link below

https://nysdtstatedrill26.itemorder.com/shop/home/

06/05/2026

The Westerners head to Lindenhurst Tomorrow to begin the 2026 Drill Team season!!

Following our Department services, Chief Brohm led The Department to the local VFW for a ceremony and to place a wreath ...
05/26/2026

Following our Department services, Chief Brohm led The Department to the local VFW for a ceremony and to place a wreath in honor of those who have served

On this Memorial Day. The Members of The WHFD gathered to honor those who have severed Our Country , and Our Department.
05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day. The Members of The WHFD gathered to honor those who have severed Our Country , and Our Department.

05/24/2026

“The Dark Horse” responding to a structure fire earlier this morning

This Week Members of The WHFD spent two days training with The LIRR to expand The Memberships knowledge and understandin...
04/17/2026

This Week Members of The WHFD spent two days training with The LIRR to expand The Memberships knowledge and understanding of how the Railroad operates.

The WHFD covers a portion of LIRR railroad track,this training was done with that in mind to be able to more efficiently handle any emergency situation we may face involving the LIRR.

Start listening for those sirens around 3:30 Today! The Easter Bunny will be making his West Hempstead rounds with the h...
04/04/2026

Start listening for those sirens around 3:30 Today! The Easter Bunny will be making his West Hempstead rounds with the help of The Fire Department

The 2026 West Hempstead Fire Department. Led by Chief of Department Andrew Brohm
03/25/2026

The 2026 West Hempstead Fire Department. Led by Chief of Department Andrew Brohm

WHFD taking in alarms no matter the weather.Stay safe West Hempstead!
02/23/2026

WHFD taking in alarms no matter the weather.

Stay safe West Hempstead!

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295 Hempstead Tpke
West Hempstead, NY
11552

Telephone

+15164868846

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