Kittrell Vol. Fire Dept

05/08/2026

04/27/2026

The statewide burn ban remains in effect until further notice despite weekend rain in some areas. Persistent dry weather and increasing rainfall deficits from the last several months have left most of the state needing 10 inches of rain or more.

“While the rainfall we received over the weekend was a welcome sight, it offered little to no relief from widespread drought conditions while being nowhere near enough to reduce our wildfire risk,” said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. “Even the areas that received the heaviest amount of rain will quickly dry out from the sunshine and warmer temperatures. Until we get some additional rain and see more green-up in our forests, holding the burn ban in place statewide is the best option right now.”

While green-up and leaf-out are progressing at normal rate, low soil moisture, dry surface fuels and persistent low humidity are contributing to wildfire activity. For Western North Carolina, excessive forest fuels from Hurricane Helene are more available now than they were in 2025, low water levels in coastal areas have helped produce intense fire behavior where ground fire will likely be a long-term issue, and the Piedmont experienced 87 new wildfire starts over the weekend alone. Extended attack and mop-up efforts will be taxing and long-winded until drought conditions improve.

Read news release: https://bit.ly/497dNht

04/14/2026

Preparations are well underway for this years REVIVAL with one change: we will not be under one tent as each year prior but, instead, hosted by one of the local churches each night.

Come ready to worship as one community, one big family, together in Christ!

04/11/2026

This is what can be accomplished when different agencies come together as a team.

First Dive Mission — Mission Accomplished

The Vance County Dive Team was activated today, April 10th, for its very first mission — and we’re proud to report it was a success.

Within approximately one hour and thirty minutes, the team was able to respond, develop a plan, safely enter the water, and successfully rig the submerged vehicle for removal by Fred’s Towing.

Most importantly, the driver was able to exit the vehicle safely and was not injured. This outcome is exactly why this team was established — to provide rapid, capable, and professional response when our community needs it most.

This successful first deployment reflects the training, dedication, and teamwork of everyone involved. We’re proud of the men and women who stepped up and executed the mission safely and efficiently.

Thank you to all responding agencies for their coordination and teamwork.

This is just the beginning for the Vance County Dive Team.

03/28/2026

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/news/press-releases/2026/03/28/statewide-burn-ban-issued-north-carolina-due-hazardous-forest-fire-conditions

03/02/2026

Mutual Aid training to refresh and learn new skills and techniques to better serve the citizens of Vance County. Working together for a common goal !

🚨 Training Opportunity 🚨

The Vance County Association of Fire Chiefs invites our neighboring departments to join our members as they kick off the North Carolina Common Passenger Vehicle Rescue block of training.

This hands-on training will focus on modern vehicle stabilization, updated extrication techniques, and coordinated rescue operations on the vehicles we see every day. Training together ensures we operate seamlessly together on scene.

Please see the flier below for dates and times

02/11/2026

Please keep White Level Fire Department in Franklin County, along with the family of Firefighter Dale Malone, in your thoughts and prayers as they mourn a Line of Duty Death.

We extend our sincere condolences and stand with them during this difficult time.

02/06/2026

Congratulations from kittrell Fire Department!

Huge congratulations to Maribel Cortez on becoming our newest Lieutenant!

Your dedication, professionalism, and leadership continue to make a difference every single day. We’re proud to have you stepping into this role and can’t wait to see the impact you’ll continue to make.

01/25/2026

Breakfast for the overnight crew at the station.
Everyone please stay safe.

01/21/2026

Our classroom is finished just in time for the Intro to TR class tomorrow night.