Reelsboro Vol. Fire-Rescue

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

03/27/2026

“⚠️ High Fire Danger across North Carolina this Saturday per North Carolina’s Weather Authority
Dry air, strong winds, and low humidity will create dangerous fire conditions statewide.
Even a small spark can turn into a large incident quickly.
Please avoid any outdoor burning and use extra caution.”

🚩 🚒 High Fire Danger Saturday: Red Flag Warnings have been issued for some areas, and there is high fire danger for the entire state on Saturday. The cold front will usher in very dry air, and winds will be Northeast at 10 to 25 with gusts at times up to 30-40MPH and very low relative humidity in the 10s and 20s % will result in very high fire danger across the state. 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, contribute to extreme fire behavior. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

02/10/2026

Tonight’s training focused on hose lays and Minute Man deployment, helping our team continue to sharpen essential fireground skills. Consistent training like this ensures we stay ready to serve our community safely and effectively.

02/08/2026

A big thank you to the City of New Bern Fire-Rescue for taking time out of their day to train with us during today’s aerial operations training. We truly appreciate the partnership, knowledge sharing, and continued commitment to keeping our communities safe! We look forward to doing another training with you guys!

01/30/2026

🚨 Here is the latest weather forecast from the national weather service!

A strong winter storm system is expected to impact our area this weekend — bringing significant snow, cold temperatures, and hazardous conditions.

🔹 Snow is likely to begin late Friday into Saturday with accumulation possible throughout the day Saturday. 
🔹 Travel conditions could become dangerous with snow-covered roads and reduced visibility. 
🔹 Temperatures will stay very cold, especially Saturday night into Sunday morning — increasing the risk of frostbite and hypothermia if you’re exposed to the elements. 
🔹 Roads, sidewalks, and driveways may be slick and hazardous — please exercise caution and avoid unnecessary travel.

We encourage everyone to:
❄️ Plan ahead and dress appropriately for cold conditions
🚗 Avoid travel if possible during the peak of the storm
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Check on neighbors, especially the elderly or those with limited mobility
🐾 Protect pets and livestock from extreme cold

We’ll continue to monitor this system and share updates as more information becomes available. Stay warm and stay safe

An intense winter storm is forecast to impact eastern North Carolina, bringing a threat of snow totals, possible blizzard conditions, and coastal flooding. Prolonged cold conditions will last well into next week. Read More >

01/29/2026

Be safe this weekend. Stay home if at all possible.

[1/29/2026 3:15 PM]
⚠ FIRST Official Snow Forecast⚠
📌For more graphics visit:https://www.weather.gov/media/mhx/LatestBriefing.pdf
📲Video Update: https://youtu.be/qRHciwMMkhQ
➡Several inches of snow expected across ENC with upwards of a foot in some spots
➡Localized blizzard conditions POSSIBLE along the coast
➡Impacts May Last Into Majority of Next Week

01/18/2026

We would like to express our appreciation to everyone who attended our 2nd annual oyster roast yesterday at Station 9. The auxiliary did an excellent job in planning this event, and the assistance provided by fire department members was greatly appreciated. we would also like to thank Lighthouse Shoals for the outstanding oysters they were delicious 😋 and Tammy for her delectable chili.

01/16/2026

Thank you to NC Forestry for coming out & teaching wildland training for station 9 & also a big congratulations to all that participated for passing the wildland training exam! 🥳🎉🔥

11/18/2025

11/09/2025

Hey Puddin' Peeps! 👋 We're hyped to announce we'll be at the Backdraft BBQ Whole Hog Cookoff on November 15th! 🔥 Hosted by the Reelsboro Vol. Fire-Rescue at 105 Holland Dr. Come grab some Puddin' treats while you chow down on that delicious BBQ!👨‍🍳 See you there!

11/02/2025

Happy birthday Chief!! 🥳 We hope you had a great day.