The Hampstead Volunteer Fire Engine & Hose Company No. 1 is dedicated to protecting and preserving the lives, property, and environment of the citizens and visitors of the communities to which we serve. We will achieve this by providing the highest levels of fire suppression, rescue services, and emergency medical care through continual training, public education, and emergency response.
Earlier this afternoon HVFC and other units were alerted for a vehicle collision with reported entrapment in the 2700 block of Shiloh Rd.
Paramedic 29 arrived to find a single vehicle on its side with two occupants still inside. Chief 2 arrived and established Shiloh Rd command. Crews worked to stabilize the vehicle using rescue struts, and then preformed a “roof flap” operation to allow access ... (Full Story & Photos)
Today HVFC members along with our Carroll County Department of Fire & EMS staff participated in Coppermine’s Eggstravaganza at Cascade Park. We enjoy engaging with our community, and who doesn’t like to see a fire engine or ladder truck. We’d like to thank Coppermine for the invitation.
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Hampstead VFC is partnering with the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center’s Center for Injury Prevention & Policy to host a FREE life-saving bleeding control training through STOP THE BLEED®
DATE: Thursday, May 1st
TIME: 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
LOCATION: Fireside on Main - 1341 N. Main St - Hampstead, MD 21074
** FREE personal STB Kit for all pre-registered attendees **
In response to the ongoing devastating impacts left by Hurricane Helene across the southeastern United States, on Monday March 16, 2025 the Hampstead Volunteer Fire Company (HVFC) delivered their 2010 Ford medic unit known as Medic 28 to The Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians. This organization is a federally recognized Native American Tribe with over 15,000 members located ... (Full Story & Photos)
(L-R) Frank Price- Grace Acres Farm, EBCN: Vice Chief Allen Easly, Principal Chief Michael Hicks, Secretary Anthony Sequoyah, (not pictured EMS Chief Zach Stutts), Lew Stoms - Hampstead VFC
Calling all fire apparatus enthusiasts! 🚨 Mark your calendars for our Antique Fire Apparatus Muster on May 31, 2025 at 9am at our new complex. You'll see amazing vintage fire trucks up close, take photos, and learn about the history of firefighting. Kids will love exploring these incredible machines! Fun for all ages! #FamilyFun #FireTrucks #AntiqueVehicles #CommunityEvent #HampsteadMD... (Full Story & Photos)
Yesterday, several of our Juniors participated in the Spring Carroll County Volunteer Emergency Services Association’s Spring Junior Day with other Juniors from around the county. They rotated between stations learning about communications, Gamber’s Dive Unit and the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Bomb Squad. A good time was had by all.
A special thank you to Gamber VFC for hosting this event and ... (Full Story & Photos)
May 04, 2025
