The Hingham Fire Department is a professional fire department operating three stations in town. At this address, Station 1 functions as the main fire department headquarters. Additional stations are located at 847 Main Street and 230 North Street. The staff works to respond quickly to emergency needs.
The Sound Beach Fire Department was founded in 1930, when a multitude of trees and brush surrounding the few beach houses in the area made homes prone to fire. Today the department owns 15 vehicles, including 5 trucks, 2 ambulances and a boat for rescues on the Long Island Sound. The department also operates a Junior Fire Department and allows residents of the fire district to rent rooms in its facilities for various meetings.
One of three fire stations operated by the Milton Fire Department, the Canton Avenue headquarters is located behind the Town of Milton building. This station is home to Engine 1 and Ladder 1.