City of Laurinburg Fire Department

07/17/2026

🚒 MARK YOUR CALENDARS, SCOTLAND COUNTY! 🚑

AUGUST 4th 2026
6P-8P

Come out and see all the cool fire trucks, rescue vehicles, and emergency equipment on display! This will be a great opportunity for families, kids, and community members to get up close with the apparatus and meet the personnel who serve our community every day.

📅 Save the date and help us spread the word across Scotland County!

We look forward to seeing everyone there!

06/30/2026

PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
JUNE 30, 2026

FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS DISPLAY

The City will be holding its Annual Fourth of July Fireworks Display on Saturday, July 4th. The fireworks will be lit from the same lot as usual, north of the baseball field along Railroad Street. The parking lots at Scotland High School will be open for parking. The Fireworks Display will begin at approximately 9:15 p.m., depending upon light conditions, and will last approximately 30 minutes.

Please come out and celebrate Independence Day!

Anyone who has any physical condition that may be affected by bright flashing or flickering lights and/or loud noises, including photosensitive epilepsy, is advised that the Fireworks Display contains bright flashing and flickering lights and loud noises, and you are advised to take any and all necessary precautions to protect yourself against these potential health risks.

If you have any questions, contact the City Clerk’s office at 910-276-8324.

06/25/2026

06/18/2026

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Increased Risk of Wildfire Due to Elevated Fire Danger -- Thursday, June 18, 2026

The National Weather Service has issued fire danger statements for central and eastern North Carolina. What does increased fire danger mean for you today?

🎯 Fires can start from the smallest spark.
🎯 Dry conditions and wind increase fire spread.
🎯 Everyday activities carry more risk right now.

Avoid burning, and be cautious with anything that could cause a spark. Properly dispose of smoking materials such as ci******es. Be extremely careful with machinery and farm equipment when working outdoors.

Contact your N.C. Forest Service county ranger's office for guidance.
ncforestservice.gov/contacts

Spread prevention, not wildfire.

06/12/2026

Regarding our last post, the incident has been cleared!

Thanks to all partners who helped with this situation.

06/12/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Laurinburg Fire Department Responds to Chemical Exposure Incident at Local Manufacturing Facility

Railroad Friction

LAURINBURG, N.C. — Emergency responders are currently on scene at a chemical exposure incident at a local manufacturing facility in Laurinburg.

The response includes personnel from the Laurinburg Fire Department, Scotland County EMS and Rescue, Scotland County Emergency Management, and North Carolina Hazardous Materials Regional Response Team (RRT) 3 from Fayetteville Fire Department personnel.

One patient was transported from the scene by medical helicopter for evaluation and treatment. At this time, no additional injuries have been reported.

Hazardous Materials Regional Response Team 3 is actively working to assess and mitigate the situation. Responders are coordinating efforts to ensure the safety of facility personnel as well as the first responders.

The Laurinburg Fire Department appreciates the cooperation of our partner agencies and the public as crews continue operations.

Agencies on Scene:
Laurinburg Fire Department
Scotland County EMS
Scotland County Rescue
Scotland County Emergency Management
North Carolina Hazardous Materials Regional Response Team 3 Fayetteville Fire Department

Media inquiries should be directed to the Laurinburg Fire Department.

Jordan McQueen, Fire Chief

06/11/2026

🚒🔥 HOT CARS CAN TURN DEADLY IN MINUTES 🔥🚒

As temperatures rise, please remember: Never leave children or pets unattended in a vehicle — not even for a minute.

Even with the windows cracked, the temperature inside a parked vehicle can climb rapidly, creating life-threatening conditions. Heatstroke can happen quickly and can be fatal.

✅ Always check the back seat before locking your vehicle.
✅ Keep vehicles locked when parked to prevent children from climbing inside.
✅ If you see a child or pet alone in a hot vehicle, call 911 immediately.

A simple reminder can save a life. Help us spread the word and keep our community safe this summer.

Jordan McQueen, Fire Chief

06/09/2026

Tonight, the Laurinburg Fire Department conducted our quarterly water haul training, along with a facility tour of a local industrial plant. These training opportunities are critical in ensuring our firefighters remain prepared to effectively manage incidents in areas without an adequate hydrant water supply while also familiarizing ourselves with businesses and facilities within our community.

We would like to thank all of the Scotland County fire departments that participated in tonight's training. Working together through coordinated training and preparedness efforts helps us maintain the highest level of service possible and contributes to preserving the excellent insurance ratings that benefit the citizens of Scotland County.
Training together today makes us stronger and better prepared for tomorrow.

Jordan McQueen, Fire Chief

06/06/2026

🚒 Community Update from the Laurinburg Fire Department 🚒

The Laurinburg Fire Department has traditionally received an annual smoke alarm grant through the North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal (NCOSFM), which allows us to provide free smoke alarms to residents within our community.

Unfortunately, we have recently been notified that due to funding shortages, this grant will not be awarded this year. As a result, our current supply of smoke alarms is extremely limited, and we are unable to meet the growing demand. We understand that many citizens are already on our waiting list, and we sincerely apologize for this inconvenience.

Please know that we are actively working with community stakeholders, local partners, and exploring additional grant opportunities to secure funding and continue this important life-safety program. Smoke alarms play a critical role in protecting lives and property, and we remain committed to finding solutions that will allow us to continue serving our residents.

We ask for your patience and understanding as we work through this challenge. We will provide updates as new information becomes available and will keep our community informed of any future opportunities to obtain smoke alarms.
Thank you for your continued support of the Laurinburg Fire Department and our mission to keep our community safe.

Jordan McQueen, Fire Chief