New recruits complete three months of hands-on training, followed by twice-weekly drills to maintain peak readiness. Our highly trained team responds to all fire emergencies, safeguarding lives and property with skill, dedication, and teamwork.
Fire Police members complete two days of essential training, followed by ongoing specialized instruction through occasional meetings. They play a vital role in emergency response, assisting at fire and medical incidents while also providing traffic and scene safety at special events.
The St. James Fire Department operates at the Emergency Medical Technician (Basic) level, delivering critical care when seconds matter. Our EMS team undergoes extensive, hands-on training and must demonstrate proficiency in life-saving techniques to ensure the highest level of emergency response for our community.
On Friday, April 18 th at 11:24 AM, a call came in to the St. James Fire Department for a Delta level Structure Fire and Odor of Smoke at the Dosher Wellness Center off of Seafield Drive. A quick response from the St. James Fire Department including the St. James Fire...
Thank you to all our residents who supported our Fire Department’s fundraiser by purchasing your pine straw and mulch from us. This spring, we delivered 19,110 bales of pine straw to 482 homes and 93 pallets of mulch to 78 homes. The proceeds from the groundcover...
Fire safety isn't just a one-time concern. Each season brings unique challenges and risks that can increase the potential for fire hazards in your home. A proactive approach with a seasonal fire safety checkup can help you identify and address these risks, ensuring...
The St. James Fire Department is looking for passionate volunteers to serve as Firefighters, EMTs, and Fire Police. No experience? No problem! We provide expert training and a supportive team environment. Whether you’re looking to give back, learn lifesaving skills, or be part of something bigger than yourself, we need you.
Feb 10, 2025, 8:00 AM – Mar 21, 2025, 1:00 PM
Southport, 3628 St James Dr SE, Southport, NC 28461, USA
The St. James Fire Department Spring Pine Straw and Mulch sale will begin on Monday, February 10 and end on Friday, February 21 or until supplies run out. Deliveries will start on Tuesday, March 3.
Order forms for the Spring sale will be available on the St. James Fire Department website and in community newsletters on February 10.
This fundraiser directly supports our Fire Department and Emergency Services.
Homer Wright donated the land for the Fire Department. Residents with various skills and backgrounds partnered with a contractor to build the firehouse. The Fire Department, Fire Police, and EMS are all run by volunteers—some of whom have been serving for more than 20 years!
The Fire Department was formed as a nonprofit entity, separate from the Town of St. James and the St. James Plantation Property Owners Association. A board of directors, elected annually by St. James residents, oversees the department. It is funded by the Town of St. James and Brunswick County taxes. Additional funds are raised through semiannual pine straw and mulch sales organized by the SJFD.
Fire / Medical / Law Enforcement
St. James Fire Dept (non-emergency)
Dosher Memorial Hospital
910-457-3800