Newport NC Fire Department

06/07/2026

🩺 Free Community Health Screenings Coming This June!

Taking care of your health should be easy. That’s why our mobile health unit is making its way across the county to bring completely FREE health screenings directly to your neighborhood! No appointments are necessary—just pull up or walk up to any of the locations listed below.

🗓️ Mark Your Calendars:

June 8th (9:00am - 11:30am): St. James Thrift Shop, Newport

June 10th (9:00am - 11:30am): Jim Dandy, Smyrna

June 10th (12:00pm - 2:00pm): Billy’s, Harkers Island

June 17th (9:00am - 11:30am): Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Beaufort

June 17th (12:00pm - 2:30pm): Harlowe United Methodist Church, Newport

Take a few minutes out of your day to prioritize your wellness. We look forward to serving you! 💙

St James Thrift Shop Harlowe United Methodist Church

06/07/2026

SIX MINUTES is all it takes for a dog to overheat in a hot car.

Your dog could suffer serious injury or die in a matter of minutes if left alone in a car.

• The temperature inside a closed vehicle left in the sun can double within 12 minutes.

• At least 75% of the temperature increase in a closed vehicle occurs within 5 minutes of closing the vehicle, and at least 89% of the temperature increase occurs within 15 minutes of closing the vehicle.

• Temperatures exceeding 104˚ F can lead to death or serious injury for the occupants.

• Leaving windows down more than 2 inches on an unattended vehicle will not prevent a car from reaching extreme temperatures.

Please don't risk their safety.

06/07/2026

🚨 Traffic Alert – Chatham Street 🚨

The Newport Fire Department is currently on scene of a motor vehicle collision on Chatham Street. Due to damage from the crash, power is out in the surrounding area.

Crews are working to ensure the scene is safe, and Duke Energy is on scene and actively working to restore power as quickly as possible.

⚠️ Please use caution if traveling in the area and be prepared for possible delays.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation while emergency personnel and utility crews work to resolve the situation.

Newport Fire Department 🚒

06/04/2026

06/04/2026

FREE SMOKE ALARM INSTALLATIONS

On Saturday, June 6, Newport firefighters will be canvassing neighborhoods and installing free smoke alarms for residents who need them.

Working smoke alarms provide early warning during a fire and can make the difference when seconds count.

If your home needs a smoke alarm, contact Newport Fire Department to schedule an installation.

June 6, 2026
9 a.m. – Noon

A working smoke alarm is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect your family and home.

06/03/2026

This week is National CPR & AED Awareness Week.

When someone experiences sudden cardiac arrest, the actions taken in the first few minutes can save a life. Early CPR and the use of an AED can dramatically improve survival outcomes while emergency responders are en route.

Newport Fire Department encourages everyone to take the time to learn CPR, become familiar with AEDs, and be prepared to help in an emergency. You never know when those skills may be needed to assist a family member, friend, neighbor, or stranger.

Thank you to the firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics who provide lifesaving care throughout our community every day, and to the citizens who take the time to learn how to respond when every second counts.

06/01/2026

Hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30. Now is the time to prepare before a storm is approaching.

Hurricane Preparedness Tips:

Review your family emergency plan.

Know your evacuation route and destination.

Build or refresh your disaster supply kit.

Sign up for local emergency alerts and warnings.

Check insurance coverage and document property.

Prepare for power outages by charging devices and having backup power options.

Trim trees and secure outdoor items around your home.

Refill prescriptions and stock essential medications.

Keep important documents in a waterproof container.

Preparation today can make all the difference tomorrow. Stay informed, stay prepared, and stay safe throughout hurricane season.

05/30/2026