Durham Fire Department

Durham Fire Department The DFD serves an area of 176 square miles. We have 19 Stations and employ over 400 personnel. b. c. d. e. f. g. h.

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revention. The DFD ensures that the department achieves these goals through its daily operations and commitment to its mission and vision. General Information
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It’s firefighter summer camp season at the Durham Fire Department!This week we’re getting started with the high schooler...
06/15/2026

It’s firefighter summer camp season at the Durham Fire Department!

This week we’re getting started with the high schoolers in our DFD Explorers Camp 🔥

06/14/2026

At 10:53 this morning the DFD responded to a structure fire in the 3600 Block of University Drive. The first units arrived at 10:59 and reported heavy fire conditions.

A rescue was made quickly from a first floor window and four other occupants escaped on their own, including an occupant who jumped from a window. Firefighters also rescued a dog trapped in an apartment.

Wind made firefighting conditions difficult and a third alarm was called after 15 minutes. The fire was declared under control after an hour.

Seven people were injured and five were transported to Duke ER, one of which was a firefighter with non-life threatening injuries.

The cause of the fire is under investigation. We were assisted on this call by Durham County EMS, Durham Police Department, Durham County Emergency Management, Emergency Chaplains, American Red Cross, Chapel Hill Fire Department, and the Office of the State Fire Marshal. The New Hope VFD was on standby to assist with calls in the city.

Did you know the Durham Fire Department can assist you in professionally installing your child's carseat? We partner wit...
06/11/2026

Did you know the Durham Fire Department can assist you in professionally installing your child's carseat?

We partner with Safe Kids North Carolina to make the roads safer for our little ones!

For more information, head to https://www.durhamnc.gov/3789/Child-Car-Seat-Inspection

06/09/2026

Calling your Captain/Chief with pointless updates 😂

(P.S. Residents should never call a fire department with pointless updates)

Engine 9 got to hang out with Beamer - the kitten they rescued from a BMW back in January! Our firefighters always appre...
06/08/2026

Engine 9 got to hang out with Beamer - the kitten they rescued from a BMW back in January!

Our firefighters always appreciate seeing the happy ending to their hard work 💪

The DFD has some of the best looking rigs in the game 💪🚒Thank you to resident Derrick Welsh for sending these in!
06/05/2026

The DFD has some of the best looking rigs in the game 💪🚒

Thank you to resident Derrick Welsh for sending these in!

The DFD is responding to a train collision at the intersection of Grant Street and E Pettigrew Street. The scene is unde...
06/02/2026

The DFD is responding to a train collision at the intersection of Grant Street and E Pettigrew Street.

The scene is under control, and the driver of the semi-truck is in stable condition and has been transported for further care.

Please exercise caution if you are driving in the area.

The Durham Fire Department celebrates and supports the LGBTQ+ community - in our department, across the fire service, an...
06/01/2026

The Durham Fire Department celebrates and supports the LGBTQ+ community - in our department, across the fire service, and everywhere ❤️

Happy Pride Month!

We often stress the importance of having smoke alarms in your home - but every home should have carbon monoxide alarms, ...
05/30/2026

We often stress the importance of having smoke alarms in your home - but every home should have carbon monoxide alarms, as well!

They call carbon monoxide "The Invisible Killer" because it's a colorless, odorless gas that can be lethal if inhaled.

Many standard smoke alarms check for both, so it’s important to know if your family is covered. Take some time today to make sure your home has CO alarms and that they're working.

And remember, never use a generator or grill indoors!

05/28/2026

Last night we responded to an apartment fire on Leon Street.

An aggressive attack was utilized to get the fire under control, and firefighters rescued one victim from the home with life-threatening injuries.

This was a terrific response and strong work from the members of B-Shift!

Video credit: C Skye Spencer on Facebook

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2008 E Club Boulevard
Durham, NC
27704

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+19195604242

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