Carrboro Fire-Rescue Department

10/23/2026

10/23/2026

🚒 Second graders from Carrboro Elementary got to visit the fire station this morning and learn about fire safety and watch a firefighter put on gear. They also got a surprise visit from Sparky at the end!

10/19/2026

♨️ On Saturday, members from Carrboro Fire teamed up with American Red Cross North Carolina for a Sound The Alarm smoke alarm canvas. Despite the pouring rain, 16 total homes were served, 20 smoke alarms were installed, and 45 individuals were served which included education on fire safety and climate hazard education!

This program is beneficial to our communities because not only do we install free smoke alarms in homes, but we also share important fire safety education, and help families build emergency escape plans. Thank you to the Red Cross for partnering with us and volunteering your time on a very rainy weekend day!

10/14/2026

🚨 THIS SATURDAY! 🚨

We're hitting the streets for our Sound the Alarm smoke alarm canvas!

📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ 8:30 AM–3:00 PM
📍 Rogers Road, Fox Meadow, & Highlands neighborhoods

We'll be helping install FREE smoke alarms and sharing important fire and home safety information with residents.

American Red Cross North Carolina

10/13/2026

UPDATE: 2:25 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13 -- The eastbound lanes of NC Hwy 54 have reopened. Please be mindful of increased traffic and responders still in the area.
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TRAFFIC ALERT -- 2:15 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13 -- Public safety officials are asking people to avoid the NC Hwy 54 eastbound lanes from Carrboro Plaza (104 NC Hwy 54, Carrboro, NC) as they respond to an accident in the area.

Drivers can use Old Fayetteville Road to Jones Ferry Road as a detour to get back on NC Hwy 54.

We will share updates as they become available.

10/12/2026

🏅 2026 Carrboro Fire-Rescue Awards Ceremony 🔥

On Friday, October 9, members of the Carrboro Fire Department, department retirees and their families, and Chapel Hill High School Fire Cadets gathered to celebrate the department’s accomplishments, recognize outstanding service, and welcome new employees and promotions.

The ceremony also included a traditional ringing of the bell in memory of Carrboro Firefighter Bryce Jungbluth, who passed away earlier this year. We continue to honor his memory and his service to our community.

Congratulations to all those recognized during the ceremony!

Morgan Joyce, 2026 Firefighter of the Year
Battalion Chief Scotty Barnwell, Fire Driver Cory Horner, Firefighter Ellis Coleman, and Firefighter Justin Rebis were recognized for their heroic efforts in an apartment fire.
Eric Nichols was promoted to Fire Driver
Dalton Wheeless, Dylan Look, and Justin Rebis were sworn is as firefighters
Reilly Stahl was sworn in as the Emergency Management Planner

Please join us in congratulating these outstanding members of the Carrboro Fire Department on their accomplishments and new roles. Thank you to all who serve our department and community!

10/10/2026

🛏️🚫 Soft surface? Hard pass.

Charge on a hard, flat surface like a table, desk, or floor. Beds, couches, and pillows can trap heat and block airflow, which can cause a battery to overheat.

10/09/2026

✈️ On a flight? keep it insight.

When charging on a plane, keep portable charging devices on the tray table. Do not charge devices in overhead compartments and never charge e-cigarettes or vapes on a plane. If a battery overheats or fails, it is important for the flight crew to be able to respond quickly.

10/08/2026

🔋Fully charged? Time to unplug.

Unplug your device when it is fully charged. Leaving it plugged in longer than needed can increase heat and stress on the battery.

10/07/2026

🚲 For tools and rides, charge outside.

Charge large items like e-bikes, scooters, and power tools outside when possible. Do not block exits when charging. These batteries store more energy, and fires can grow quickly if they fail.