Bessemer City Fire Department

Bessemer City Fire Department Bessemer City North Carolina

05/26/2026

MISSING PERSON: Johnalia Simbrave
The Bessemer City Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating Johnalia Simbrave, who was last seen on May 23, 2026, at approximately 10:20 PM near E. Washington Avenue.

Age: 15

Date of Birth: 06/07/2010

Race: Black

Height: 5' 10"

Weight: 120 lbs

Hair: Black

Eyes: Brown

Clothing: Black shirt and blue/black shorts.

Identifying Characteristics: Nose ring.

If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of Johnalia Simbrave, please contact the Bessemer City Police Department immediately at 704-629-2235.

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave everything for our freedom. Their sacrifice will ...
05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave everything for our freedom. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

This Memorial Day, Bessemer City Fire Department stands with our community in honoring the fallen heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸

We remember. We honor. We are forever grateful.

Congratulations to the class of 2026.
05/22/2026

Congratulations to the class of 2026.

This evening, Firefighter Lane Carpenter successfully completed his Firefighter Certification after graduating from the ...
05/16/2026

This evening, Firefighter Lane Carpenter successfully completed his Firefighter Certification after graduating from the Gaston College Rookie School following Twelve weeks of dedicated training and hard work.

Fire Chief Gordon and Assistant Chief Brooks were honored to attend the graduation ceremony and recognize this important achievement.

Firefighter Carpenter looks forward to proudly serving the citizens of Bessemer City and providing the highest level of fire protection and service to the community.

Please join us in congratulating Firefighter Carpenter on this outstanding accomplishment and wishing him a safe and successful career in the fire service.

05/12/2026

MISSING PERSON: Madison Lynn Pruitt The Bessemer City Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating Madison Lynn Pruitt, who was last seen on May 6, 2026. Physical Description Age: 15 Date of Birth: 07/16/2010 S*x: Female Race: White Height: 5' 1" Weight: 112 lbs Hair: Purple (Not...

Effective at 8 a.m. Friday, May 8, the N.C. Forest Service has lifted a ban on all open burning for Alamance, Anson, Cab...
05/07/2026

Effective at 8 a.m. Friday, May 8, the N.C. Forest Service has lifted a ban on all open burning for Alamance, Anson, Cabarrus, Chatham, Davidson, Davie, Forsyth, Gaston, Guilford, Iredell, Mecklenburg, Montgomery, Moore, Randolph, Rockingham, Rowan, Stanly, Stokes and Union counties.

The ban, which went into effect statewide March 28 due to hazardous forest fire conditions, was lifted for 81 other counties May 3.

The lifting of the state’s burn ban does not apply to fires started within 100 feet of an occupied dwelling. The local fire marshal has authority to issue or lift a burn ban within those 100 feet.

As of 8 a.m. Friday, May 8, burn permits are available statewide. Residents can obtain a burn permit from any authorized permitting agent or online at https://apps.ncagr.gov/burnpermits/. All burn permits granted before the statewide burn ban were canceled when the ban became effective. To legally burn, a valid permit must be obtained.

Read news release: https://www.ncagr.gov/news/press-releases/2026/05/07/state-issued-burn-ban-lifted-all-north-carolina-counties-fire-danger-moderates-following-recent
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Con efecto a las 8 a.m. del viernes 8 de mayo, el Servicio Forestal de Carolina del Norte ha levantado la prohibición de quemar a cielo abierto en los condados de Alamance, Anson, Cabarrus, Chatham, Davidson, Davie, Forsyth, Gaston, Guilford, Iredell, Mecklenburg, Montgomery, Moore, Randolph, Rockingham, Rowan, Stanly, Stokes y Union.

La prohibición, que entró en vigor en todo el estado el 28 de marzo debido a condiciones peligrosas de incendios forestales, fue levantada para otros 81 condados el 3 de mayo.

El levantamiento de la prohibición estatal de quemas no se aplica a incendios iniciados a menos de 30 metros de una vivienda ocupada. El jefe local de bomberos tiene autoridad para emitir o levantar una prohibición de quema dentro de esos 100 pies.

A partir de las 8 a.m. del viernes 8 de mayo, los permisos de quema están disponibles en todo el estado. Los residentes pueden obtener un permiso de quema a través de cualquier agente autorizado o en línea en https://apps.ncagr.gov/burnpermits/. Todos los permisos de quema concedidos antes de la prohibición estatal fueron cancelados cuando la prohibición entró en vigor. Para quemar legalmente, es necesario obtener un permiso válido.
Lee el comunicado de prensa: https://www.ncagr.gov/nc-forest-service/nc-forest-service-informacion-para-levantar-la-prohibicion-estatal-de-quemas-en-todos-los-condados/open

Please read the following carefully. The N.C. Forest Service has lifted a ban on all open burning for 81 counties effect...
05/02/2026

Please read the following carefully.

The N.C. Forest Service has lifted a ban on all open burning for 81 counties effective 8 a.m. Sunday, May 3. The statewide ban on open burning went into effect March 28 due to hazardous forest fire conditions, and the ban remains in effect for Alamance, Anson, Cabarrus, Chatham, Davidson, Davie, Forsyth, Gaston, Guilford, Iredell, Mecklenburg, Montgomery, Moore, Randolph, Rockingham, Rowan, Stanly, Stokes and Union counties until further notice.

The lifting of the burn ban in 81 counties does not apply to fires started within 100 feet of an occupied dwelling. The local fire marshal has authority to issue or lift a burn ban within those 100 feet.

As of 8 a.m. Sunday, May 3, burn permits are available in the counties no longer under the state’s ban on open burning. Residents in those counties can obtain a burn permit from any authorized permitting agent or online at https://apps.ncagr.gov/burnpermits/. All burn permits granted before the statewide burn ban were canceled when the ban became effective. To legally burn in the counties no longer under the state’s ban, a valid permit must be obtained.

Read news release: https://www.ncagr.gov/news/press-releases/2026/05/02/states-ban-open-burning-lifted-81-north-carolina-counties-conditions-improve-recent-rain

**MAP IN COMMENTS**

04/22/2026

Bessemer City and surrounding areas are actively in or near an extreme drought according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. Bessemer City, along with other municipalities and large water providers in the Catawba-Wateree River Basin, is urging voluntary water conservation to its customers at the request of the Catawba-Wateree Drought Management Advisory Group (CW-DMAG), coordinated by Duke Energy. CW-DMAG has elevated the drought status from Stage 0 (watch) to Stage 1 (voluntary conservation).The City is asking all residents and businesses to help conserve water as part of our Water Shortage Conservation Plan.

Visit the link below for more information:

https://bessemercity.com/stage-1-water-conservation/

01/24/2026

Never use a portable generator indoors. Not even inside a garage. Carbon Monoxide is a silent killer, having no odor. Always ensure you have a working carbon monoxide detector with a battery backup.

01/24/2026

During major weather events, Gaston County Police Communications experiences a significant increase in call volume. Please use the guidance below to know when to utilize 911, so true emergency calls can be answered as quickly as possible.

🚫 Please DO NOT call 911 or emergency lines for the following non-emergency situations:

•Power outages, flickering lights, or loss of internet/cable service
→ Contact your utility provider.

•Road conditions (snow-covered roads, icy spots, travel advisories, road closures)
→ Monitor NCDOT, local law enforcement, or official social media pages.

•Snow plow schedules, routes, or timing
→ Plowing is prioritized; updates are provided by public works.

•Weather forecasts or storm updates
→ Follow trusted weather sources or emergency management outlets.

•School delays, school closures, or government office closures
→ Refer to official school district or agency announcements.

•Low water pressure or frozen pipes (without active flooding)
→ Contact your water provider or a licensed plumber.

•Minor property damage (fallen tree limbs, fence or siding damage)
→ Contact a contractor or your insurance provider.

•Heating issues without immediate danger
→ Call a licensed HVAC professional.

✅ Call 911 Immediately If:
•There is a life-threatening emergency
•A fire, serious injury, or medical emergency occurs
•A vehicle crash involving injuries happens
•Downed power lines pose an immediate danger
•You or someone else is in immediate danger or trapped

Please contact 704-866-3300 for non-emergencies.

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119 E Washington Avenue
Bessemer City, NC
28016

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+17046295396

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