Julian Fire & Rescue

05/08/2026

🔥 GOOD NEWS! 🔥

The burn ban has officially been lifted for Guilford County and Randolph County. Residents may now resume open burning, but please continue to burn responsibly.

✅ Keep fires small and controlled
✅ Check weather conditions before burning
✅ Have water or tools nearby
✅ Do not burn on windy or dry days

Thank you for helping keep our communities safe!

— Julian Fire Department

03/29/2026

Due to increased wildfire risk, the N.C. Forest Service has issued a ban on all open burning and has canceled all burning permits statewide effective 6 p.m. Saturday, March 28 until further notice.
Under North Carolina law, the ban prohibits all open burning in the affected counties, regardless of whether a permit was previously issued. The issuance of any new permits has also been suspended until the ban is lifted. Anyone violating the burn ban faces a $100 fine plus $183 court costs. Any person responsible for setting a fire may be liable for any expenses related to extinguishing the fire.
The burn ban does not apply to fires started within 100 feet of an occupied dwelling. The local fire marshal has authority to issue a burn ban within those 100 feet.
Read news release: https://www.ncagr.gov/.../statewide-burn-ban-issued-north...

03/16/2026

Julian Fire Department Weather Alert 🚨

⚠️ WEATHER ALERT – JULIAN, LIBERTY AND CLIMAX AREAS
The Julian Fire Department is monitoring severe weather moving through the area that may bring hail, damaging winds, heavy rain, and possible tornadoes.

Safety Message:
• Seek shelter in a sturdy building when storms approach.
• Move to an interior room on the lowest floor, away from windows.
• Secure outdoor items that could become airborne in high winds.
• Avoid driving during severe storms and never drive through flooded roads.
• Stay tuned to local weather alerts and be prepared to act quickly.

🚒 Your Julian Fire Department encourages everyone to stay weather aware and have a safety plan ready. If an emergency occurs, call 911.

03/16/2026

01/23/2026

🚨 WINTER STORM FERN – DANGEROUS CONDITIONS 🚨

Snow and sleet Saturday (Jan 24) will change to freezing rain through Sunday, with significant ice buildup and extreme cold expected.

⚠️ Prepare for:
• Long-lasting power outages
• Frozen or burst pipes
• Hazardous travel and days of black ice
• Delayed emergency response times

🛑 Stay Safe:
• Do not travel unless absolutely necessary
• Treat all downed power lines as energized
• Follow local news and official updates
• Vehicles with yellow “Crime Scene” or “Fire Line” tape have already been checked—do not call 9-1-1
• Check on elderly or disabled neighbors if you can

🔌 Power Outages:
• Generator exhaust can be deadly—keep fumes out of your home
• Have backup power plans for medical devices

Stay safe and prepare now.

01/21/2026

A winter storm is expected to impact our area this weekend, with wintry precipitation likely beginning Saturday and continuing into Sunday. Snow, Sleet and Freezing Rain could lead to hazardous travel, especially Saturday night. While exact amounts are still uncertain, confidence is increasing in impactful winter weather. Now is the time to finish preparations, plan for potential travel disruptions, and stay up to date with the latest forecast through the weekend. Weather.gov/rah/winter

01/05/2026

When they’re not responding to emergencies, the members of Julian Fire & Rescue are hard at work training to better serve our community.
📚 2025 was no exception.
Our firefighters completed a combined 5,997 training hours this year alone. Beyond daily and weekly in-house training, many members dedicated their personal time to complete advanced state certifications and specialized courses—demonstrating an incredible commitment to excellence, safety, and professionalism.
🚒 2025 Training & Certification Highlights:
• 4 members became EMTs
• 4 members earned Instructor I
• 4 members earned Officer I, with 3 advancing to Officer II
• 2 members completed Emergency Vehicle Driver (EVD)
• 11 members completed Driver Operator – Pumps
• 11 members completed Mobile Water Supply
• 9 members completed Chief 101
• 6 members completed ICS 300, and 5 completed ICS 400
• 3 members completed NFA Leadership in Supervision
• 4 members completed Chemistry of Hazardous Materials
• 2 members became Fire & Life Safety Educators
• 1 member completed Technical Rescue – Common Passenger Vehicle
• 1 member completed the GTCC Fire Academy (Firefighter I & II)
This level of dedication—by both our employees and volunteers—speaks volumes about the pride our members take in serving Julian. We are incredibly proud of the time, effort, and commitment shown throughout 2025 and look forward to continuing to grow, train, and better ourselves in 2026.
👏 Thank you to our members for everything you do—on duty and beyond.

01/01/2026

Wishing you a Happy New Year from all of us at Julian Fire and Rescue.

12/12/2025

🎄 Holiday Fire Safety Message 🎄
As you celebrate the season, keep your home merry and safe.
• Water your Christmas tree daily to prevent it from drying out.
• Check your lights for frayed wires and turn them off before bed or leaving home.
• Keep candles away from decorations and never leave them unattended.
• Clear space around heaters and fireplaces, and use screens to stop sparks.
• Test your smoke alarms so you’re protected all season long.

Wishing you a joyful—and fire-safe—Christmas!

11/16/2025

High Fire danger across the state on Sunday. A Fire Weather Watch has been issued for most of the state on Sunday. Gusty west to northwest winds are expected at 20-35MPH with some gusts up to 40MPH on Sunday. Any fire that develops will quickly catch and spread. Outdoor burning is not recommended. A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions
are forecast to occur. DO NOT BURN

-Ethan

11/16/2025

The National Weather Service has issued a **🚩RED FLAG WARNING🚩** for North Carolina counties.
👉Review weather alerts for North Carolina: https://bit.ly/40DsGTW

A red flag warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity and warm temperatures will create dangerous fire behavior.

Fire danger is elevated across the state. While open burning is permitted during a red flag, it is NOT advised. Please postpone all outdoor burning.

Careless debris burning is the leading cause of wildfires in North Carolina, and you are our best defense against wildfire.
👉For wildfire readiness and prevention tips: preventwildfirenc.org