Hampton Bays Firemen

07/28/2026

05/08/2026

(5/6/26) at 5:07PM was activated for a Cadillac CTSV overturned and in the woods Westbound, west of Exit 65. Crews from 7-5-4 and 7-5-2 arrived on scene after navigating heavy traffic. 7-5-4 quickly cooled down the engine that was smoking from oil on the engine, the driver was able to safely self extricate prior to Heavy Rescue arrival.
Responding Units:
Command 7-5-30, 31, and 32
Heavy Rescue 7-5-4, 7-5-2, 7-5-5
Fire Police 7-5-10 7-5-11

04/27/2026

Blood Drive May 9th
HBFD Sub-station
106 Ponquogue Ave., Hampton Bays NY 11946

01/06/2026

The annual swearing in of Chiefs, 2026. In 2025 they responded to over 650 fire alarms. Congratulations and good luck to this years Hampton Bays FD chiefs:
Chief Don Downs
1st Asst. Chief Lou Stellato
2nd Asst. Chief Chris Collins
3rd Asst. Chief Jon Stanton
Outgoing Chief Rick Nydegger

01/05/2026

On behalf of the Chiefs, officers, and members of the Hampton Bays Fire department, we would like to thank Rick Nydegger for his continued dedication over the past eight years serving as Chief, especially the last two years leading the department as head Chief. Thank you Rick, you’re an inspiration to the department through strong leadership and your drive to serve our community. -(Chief Don Downs)