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    Statesville Fire Department Monthly Snapshot: June 2026The Statesville Fire Department is committed to transparency, safety, and service to our community. Each month, we will be sharing a mon...
    Statesville Fire Department Celebrates New Firefighters ... The Statesville Fire Department proudly welcomed 13 new firefighters during a graduation ceremony celebrating their completion of Basic ...
    City Celebrates Official Opening of Fire Station 5The City of Statesville officially celebrated the opening of Fire Station 5 today with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the station located ...
    NC Office of State Fire Marshal and UNC Burn Center Prem... The NC Office of State Fire Marshal urges families to rethink sparklers this Fourth of July by sharing one survivor's powerful story and...
    Summer Travel and Vehicle Safety: Preparedness & Communi... July | Planning a summer trip? Learn travel safety tips, how to build a vehicle emergency kit, prepare for roadside emergencies, and sta...
    (COMING SOON!) Back-to-School Safety: Preparedness & Com... August | School is starting. Let's build safe routines.
    A photograph of a hurricane just off the east coast of the United States near the North Carolina shoreline
    (COMING SOON!) National Preparedness Month: Preparedness... September | Let's prepare for emergencies wherever they happen.
    Statesville Fire Department Monthly Snapshot: May 2026The Statesville Fire Department is committed to transparency, safety, and service to our community. Each month, we will be sharing a mon...
    Fireworks Safety: Celebrate Responsibly This SummerSummer celebrations often include fireworks, especially around Independence Day. While fireworks can be exciting, they also present seri...
    Captain B. Mitchell of the Statesville Fire Department stands beside Deputy Chief A. Kennedy while holding a certificate from the North Carolina Association of Fire Chiefs. The photo was taken during a formal recognition event honoring Captain Mitchell for earning his national fire officer credential. Both men are dressed in Statesville Fire Department uniforms and posed indoors in front of framed artwork.
    Captain B. Mitchell Earns National Fire Officer CredentialThe Statesville Fire Department is proud to announce that Captain B. Mitchell has earned the Fire Officer (FO) credential through the Ce...
    Statesville Fire Department Celebrates 150 Years of ServiceThe Statesville Fire Department proudly celebrated its 150th Anniversary on Saturday, May 16, 2026, with a community celebration honorin...
    Several firefighters in full protective gear and breathing masks work together to put out a vehicle fire. One firefighter sprays water into the front of a heavily smoking SUV while others assist nearby with the hose line. Thick white smoke rises from the vehicle, and small flames are visible near the roof. The scene appears to be part of a fire response or live training exercise.
    Statesville Fire Department Monthly Snapshot: April 2026The Statesville Fire Department is committed to transparency, safety, and service to our community. Each month, we will be sharing a mon...
    Statesville Remains Under State and Local Burn BanThe N.C. Forest Service has lifted the statewide burn ban for 81 counties effective May 3; however, Iredell County is not included in th...
    A photograph of a hurricane just off the east coast of the United States near the North Carolina shoreline
    Hurricane Preparedness Week: Why Statesville Residents S... Hurricane season officially begins June 1, but preparation should start long before the first storm forms. During National Hurricane Pre...
    Statesville Fire Department to Celebrate 150 Years of Se... The City of Statesville invites the community to join the Statesville Fire Department in celebrating 150 years of dedicated service on S...
    Statesville Fire Department Monthly Snapshot: March 2026The Statesville Fire Department is committed to transparency, safety, and service to our community. Each month, we will be sharing a mon...
    Statesville Fire Recruits Tackle Intense Mayday and RIT ... The Statesville Fire Department recruits recently completed one of the most intense and critical portions of their training: Mayday Safe...
    Statesville Fire Department Conducts Pool Survival TrainingStatesville Fire Department crews recently took part in pool survival training at the Statesville Leisure Pool at the Statesville Recrea...
    Statesville Fire Recruit Update: Hands-On Training in Ve... Statesville Fire Department recruits continue to build critical, real-world skills as part of their training program.
    Statesville Fire Marshal Issues Local Burn Ban Amid Incr... In response to hazardous fire conditions, Statesville Fire Marshal Pete Morrison has issued a local burn ban within 100 feet of an occup...
    Statesville Fire Department Provides Hands-On Fire Extin... The Statesville Fire Department recently partnered with the team at J.C. Steele & Sons for a hands-on fire extinguisher training, combin...
    Sparky the Fire Dog Turns 75: A Legacy of Fire SafetyOn March 18, 2026, we celebrate a very special milestone - Sparky the Fire Dog’s 75th birthday. For generations, Sparky has been a trust...
    Statesville Firefighters Complete NC Aerials Certificati... Firefighters with the Statesville Fire Department recently completed an NC Aerials Certification course, strengthening their skills in a...
    National Poison Prevention Week: Protecting Your Home fr... Every year, thousands of poison-related emergencies happen in homes across the country. Many of these incidents occur quickly and involv...
    Statesville Fire Department Visits Health Science Class ... The Statesville Fire Department had the opportunity to visit the Health Science class at Statesville High School to talk about fire safe...
    Statesville Fire Department Monthly Snapshot: February 2026The Statesville Fire Department is committed to transparency, safety, and service to our community. Each month, we will be sharing a mon...
    Statesville Fire Department Honors Members at Annual Awa... The Statesville Fire Department held its Annual Awards Banquet on March 6, 2026, at the Statesville Event Center. The evening brought to...
    2025 Annual Report: A Message from the ChiefThe Statesville Fire Department’s 2025 Annual Report highlights a year of growth, strategic investment, and continued service to the com...
    Statesville Fire Department Announces Promotions to Capt... The Statesville Fire Department is proud to announce the promotions of Justin Yox to Captain and Joseph Taylor to Lieutenant.
    Captain Eddy Harpe Retires from the Statesville Fire Dep... After 30 years of dedicated service, Captain Eddy Harpe is retiring from the Statesville Fire Department.
    Statesville Fire Department Raises Over $5,100 in 2026 P... The Statesville Fire Department would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our incredible community for supporting our team in the 20...
    Statesville Fire Department Monthly Snapshot: January 2026The Statesville Fire Department is committed to transparency, safety, and service to our community. Each month, we will be sharing a mon...
    Statesville Fire Department Members Complete Advanced Sw... Ten members of the Statesville Fire Department recently completed advanced Swift Water Rescue training at the Swift Water Rescue Trainin...
    2025 Year in Review: Growth, Response, and Community Imp... On February 16, 2026, Chief Glenn Kurfees presented the Statesville Fire Department’s 2025 Year in Review to the Statesville City Counci...
    Firefighter Swear-In Ceremony Held at City HallThe Statesville Fire Department welcomed five new firefighters during a swearing-in ceremony on January 30, 2026, in the Council Chamber...
    SFD Responds to Chimney Fire on Brookdale DriveThe Statesville Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at Little Pigs Barbeque, located at 226 Brookdale Drive, shortly ...
    Training in Action: Statesville Fire Department Prepares... Before winter weather took center stage, the Statesville Fire Department’s newest firefighters were hard at work sharpening their skills...
    Burn Awareness Week: Small Actions That Prevent Serious ... Burn Awareness Week is a national effort to educate families, workplaces, and communities about the dangers of burn injuries - and, more...
    Statesville Fire Department Monthly Snapshot: December 2025The Statesville Fire Department is committed to transparency, safety, and service to our community. Each month, we will be sharing a mon...
    Statesville Fire Department Welcomes 19 New FirefightersThe Statesville Fire Department is proud to welcome 19 new firefighters who officially began their careers with the City of Statesville ...
    Statesville Fire Department Announces Command Staff and ... STATESVILLE, NC – The Statesville Fire Department is proud to announce a series of promotions within its command staff and officer ranks...
    Statesville Fire Department Monthly Snapshot: November 2025The Statesville Fire Department is committed to transparency, safety, and service to our community. Each month, we will be sharing a mon...
    Stay Ready, Stay Safe: NC Winter Weather Preparedness WeekAs temperatures drop and winter approaches, the Statesville Fire Department is joining the National Weather Service in recognizing North...
    Space Heater Safety: Statesville Fire Department Fire Sa... As the weather cools down, many of us turn to space heaters for a little extra warmth. While they’re convenient and effective, space hea...
    City of Statesville Welcomes Four New FirefightersThe Statesville Fire Department proudly welcomed four new members to its team during a swearing-in ceremony held Monday at City Hall.
    Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month: Stay Safe This SeasonNovember is Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month, and the Statesville Fire Department is reminding residents to protect their homes from the ...
    Fire-Safe Feast: Thanksgiving Cooking Tips from the Stat... As the holiday season approaches, families across the nation are gearing up for Thanksgiving - a time to express gratitude, share laught...
    Statesville Fire Department Monthly Snapshot: October 2025The Statesville Fire Department is committed to transparency, safety, and service to our community. Each month, we will be sharing a mon...
    Training in Action: Statesville Fire Department Partners... This week, the Statesville Fire Department’s Fire Marshal’s Office (FMO) teamed up with DENSO Manufacturing North Carolina to deliver ha...
    Connecting Safety and Wellness: SFD Joins Local Employee... Over the last few days, the Statesville Fire Marshal’s Office had the pleasure of participating in two fantastic employee health fairs -...

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