Hampton Fire Department

10/02/2026

Just before noon Hampton Fire Department was dispatched to a possible structure fire. engine 51 responded and arrived on scene moments later to find nothing showing at a single story resident and the occupant standing outside.

Engine 51 occupied the home to find light smoke conditions throughout the home. Engine 51 members located the fire in the dryer and quickly removed the dryer from the home. Engine 51, Engine 52 and Heavy Rescue 5 operated for several minutes with no incident.

Chief Brabham served as the Incident Commander. 

07/04/2026

06/26/2026

🍉🇺🇸 Welcome to the Hampton County Watermelon Festival! 🇺🇸🍉

The Town of Hampton Fire Department is proud to welcome everyone to one of South Carolina’s favorite summer traditions! Whether you’re here for the street dance, parade, delicious food, live entertainment, carnival rides, or, of course, the world-famous watermelon, we hope you have a safe and memorable time with family and friends.

As you enjoy the festivities, please help us keep everyone safe by staying hydrated, avoiding blocked roadways or emergency access points, and remembering that if you need us, we’re just a phone call away.

From all of us at the Town of Hampton Fire Department, have a fun, safe, and happy Hampton County Watermelon Festival! 🍉🚒

06/21/2026

The Town of Hampton Fire Department would like to wish a Happy Father’s Day to all those Dads out there! And a special shout out to all of those Dads who are wearing a uniform today!

06/18/2026

On June 18, 2007 the Charleston Fire Department lost 9 firefighters in the tragic Sofa Super Store fire. Their sacrifice has not been in vain, as the lessons from this incident have shaped change, safety, and training throughout South Carolina and the entire country. Today, our thoughts and prayers are with the Charleston Fire Department, family, and friends of these 9 men. Never to be forgotten.

06/15/2026

🔥 Town of Hampton Fire Department Earns Fire Safe South Carolina Community Designation for 2025 🔥

The Town of Hampton Fire Department is proud to announce that our department and community have been recognized as a 2025 Fire Safe South Carolina Community!

This designation, awarded by the South Carolina State Fire Marshal’s Office through the Fire Safe South Carolina program, recognizes communities that are committed to reducing risk, preventing fires, improving emergency response data, and promoting public safety through education and community partnerships.

To achieve this designation, our department successfully completed a series of Community Risk Reduction (CRR) initiatives, including:

✅ Educating firefighters on community risk reduction principles
✅ Identifying and addressing our community’s most common residential emergency calls
✅ Maintaining accurate emergency incident reporting and data collection
✅ Building partnerships with organizations that help improve community safety
✅ Providing fire and life safety education to citizens throughout our community

This accomplishment reflects the hard work and dedication of our firefighters, officers, community partners, and residents who support our mission every day.

Being a Fire Safe South Carolina Community means we are actively working to make Hampton safer through prevention, education, preparedness, and collaboration—not just responding when emergencies occur.

We remain committed to protecting lives, reducing risk, and serving our citizens with professionalism and pride.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this achievement possible. Together, we are building a safer Hampton for today and future generations.

06/03/2026

🚧🌳 Lightsey Park is Reopened! 🌳🚧

The Town of Hampton is pleased to announce that Lightsey Park has reopened to the public.

While the park is now open, crews are still working to complete cleanup efforts in several areas. We ask all visitors to use caution while enjoying the park and to be aware that some exposed roots and other remnants of recent work may still be present.

For everyone's safety, please do not allow children to play on or around any dirt piles located within the park.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we continue to make improvements and restore the park for the enjoyment of our community. Thank you for helping us keep Lightsey Park safe and enjoyable for everyone!

06/01/2026

Lightsey Park Update - June 1, 2026

We are pleased to share that we expect to reopen Lightsey Park later this week.

Following the recent work completed at the park, Town staff will be conducting a thorough cleanup and inspection to ensure the area is safe and ready for public use. We appreciate everyone's patience and understanding while these final steps are completed.

We look forward to welcoming residents and visitors back to Lightsey Park soon. Please watch our page for updates and an official reopening announcement later this week.

Thank you for your continued support and cooperation! 🌳🏞️

06/01/2026

🚒 Volunteer Firefighters Wanted! 🚒
Do you have a desire to serve your community and make a difference when it matters most? The Town of Hampton Fire Department is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team as Volunteer Firefighters.
✅ Must be 18 years or older�✅ High School Diploma or GED�✅ Valid South Carolina Driver’s License�✅ Pass a criminal background and driving record check�✅ Physically able to perform assigned duties
What We Provide:
🔥 SCFA & IFSAC training opportunities�🔥 Annual physicals�🔥 Regular training nights (1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month)�🔥 Quarterly stipend checks
Pay Per Call:
• Recruit Firefighter – $17�• Firefighter I – $20�• Firefighter II – $22�• Engineer – $24�• Senior Firefighter – $26
🚨 Don't want to go inside burning buildings? That's okay. We need volunteers for a variety of support roles that are just as important to our mission. From traffic control and rehabilitation to administrative assistance, community events, and other non-firefighting duties, there are many ways to serve. If you have a willingness to help, we'll help you find a role that fits your skills and comfort level.
Whether you're looking to give back, gain valuable skills, or be part of a close-knit team, we encourage you to apply.
📩 Message us for more information or to learn how to get started.
Answer the call. Serve your community. Become a Hampton Volunteer Firefighter today! 🚒🔥