It provides fire service and emergency medical support to Southern Shores and Martins Point. Funding is provided by the Town of Southern Shores and Dare County based upon contracts between the Department and the governments concerned. The Department also provides citizen education regarding fire safety. The Department generally maintains a membership of about 35 firefighters and a Support Group of about 45 non-firefighters. Extensive training is given to all new firefighters before they are allowed to participate in any fire suppression activities.
Prospective members are always welcome to attend one of the meetings.
You may send e-mail, telephone or fax us with your questions about Town matters. We are always happy to hear from you.