Company 4 is one of three Volunteer fire companies in the Town of Branford, CT.
Short Beach HH&L operates a single Engine out of their house at 64 Shore Dr. We train every Monday night at 7pm and are always looking for new members to join our ranks. Short Beach Hose Hook& Ladder, Branford Fire Department Company 4, primarily serves Short Beach, Granite Bay, and western part of Branford, as well as some mutual aid to the Town of East Haven. We are one of five volunteer compani
05/05/2026
The Branford Train Station continues to be a great location for Monday night drills, offering space for pumping and hose lines. Last night three different firefighters had an opportunity to home their pump operator skills, pumping to three individual lines.
05/02/2026
Opening Day for Branford Little League at the newly rededicated Don Lawrence Field. Short Beach HH&L Company 4 is proud to sponsor the Short Beach Hook and Ladder Co. Astros tee ball team this year. Just one more way we can serve the community of Branford.
05/02/2026
Some photos from this past Monday’s drill night. Company’s 4, 2, and 5 working together on pump and hydrant operations, and relay pumping. Working together with our fellow volunteer companies to better serve the entire town of Branford.
Short Beach HH&L Company 4 • M.P. Rice Hose Co 2 • Stony Creek Rescue Fire Company 5
04/06/2026
The sunny skies and smiling faces for this past Saturday’s annual East Egg Hunt.
03/28/2026
Hey everybody! Don't forget, Next Saturday April 4 at 10:00am at Pardee Park- our Easter Egg Hunt with the Easter Bunny!!
RAIN OR SHINE!! Hope you can make it!!!!