Greene County Emergency Services

05/06/2026

🌀 Hurricane Preparedness Week: Get Moving When a Storm Threatens 🌀

When a hurricane is approaching, time matters. Having a plan in place before a storm threatens can help keep you and your family safe.

✔️ Secure your home by covering windows and bringing in loose outdoor items
✔️ Know your sheltering options and plan for your pets
✔️ Have your go-bag, medications, and emergency supplies ready
✔️ Charge your phones and fill up or charge your vehicle early
✔️ Check on neighbors, especially elderly or vulnerable residents
✔️ Follow evacuation orders if they are issued

Do not wait until the last minute to prepare or leave if told to evacuate. Taking action early can save lives.

05/05/2026

🌀 Hurricane Preparedness Week 🌀

Knowing how to read and understand forecast information can make a big difference when a storm is approaching.

✔️ Rely on trusted sources like the National Hurricane Center and your local National Weather Service office
✔️ Know the difference between a Watch and a Warning
✔️ Focus on potential impacts—not just the storm’s category or size
✔️ Remember that dangerous conditions can occur well outside of the forecast cone

Staying informed helps you make better, faster decisions to protect yourself and your family.

Stay tuned as we continue sharing tips throughout Hurricane Preparedness Week!

05/04/2026

🌀 Hurricane Preparedness Week 🌀

Today’s focus is all about getting ahead of the storm before it ever forms. The time to prepare is now—not when a hurricane is already approaching.

Make sure you:
✔️ Develop and review your evacuation plan
✔️ Build or restock your disaster supply kit (food, water, batteries, radio, cash)
✔️ Check your insurance coverage and document your belongings
✔️ Create a communication plan, including a written list of contacts
✔️ Take steps to strengthen your home

A little preparation now can make a big difference later. Stay ready so you don’t have to get ready.

05/04/2026

🌀 Hurricane Preparedness Week 🌀

Hurricane Preparedness Week started yesterday, and Day 1 was all about understanding your risk from both water and wind.

Hurricanes don’t just bring strong winds—they can cause storm surge, flooding from heavy rain, tornadoes, and dangerous rip currents. It’s important to know how these hazards could impact you and your family here at home.

Take time to:
✔️ Determine if you live in a flood-prone area
✔️ Know if you are in an evacuation zone
✔️ Identify potential risks to your home (especially mobile homes or homes with basements)
✔️ Understand how water and wind could affect your area

Being aware of your risk is the first step in being prepared. Stay tuned this week as we continue sharing daily preparedness tips!

04/16/2026

Congratulations Peggy Briley Telecommunicator of the year. Thank you also for being Snow White of these 11 dwarfs. Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication. 🎉🎉🎉

04/11/2026

As we approach 911 Telecommunicators Week, I want to take a moment to express our deepest appreciation for the incredible team at Greene County 911. These remarkable individuals are more than just voices on the other end of the line; they are true lifelines during our most vulnerable moments.

Often working behind the scenes, they may feel unseen and unappreciated, but their contributions are invaluable. They bravely handle some of the worst and most unimaginable calls, providing critical support and guidance in times of crisis. Their unwavering dedication and compassion transform chaos into calm, ensuring that help is always on the way.

This week, as we honor their extraordinary efforts, let’s remember the personal sacrifices they make daily. I invite everyone to reach out and personally thank these first responders for their kindness, professionalism, and the crucial role they play in our community’s well-being. Your gratitude can make a world of difference!

04/06/2026

🔥 Burn Ban Update 🔥

As of this morning, the burn ban remains in effect across North Carolina.

While we did receive some rain overnight, conditions are still not safe for open burning at this time.

We will share updates as soon as anything changes. Please stay tuned for more information.

🚫 Please do not burn until the ban has been officially lifted.

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

03/28/2026

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

03/23/2026

Fire danger is high, especially during the afternoon and evening hours. Fires can start almost immediately and easily from all causes. Fires can spread rapidly and intensify quickly. Spot fires can be a constant danger.

Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged.

🎯Check fire danger: https://climate.ncsu.edu/fire/.
🎯Check weather alerts for your area: weather.gov.
🎯Contact your local NCFS county ranger. https://bit.ly/3lpoWR0

Spread prevention, not wildfire.

03/16/2026

⚠️ Severe Weather Threat – Monday, March 16

Greene County Emergency Services is monitoring the potential for severe thunderstorms across our area today. Storms may be capable of producing damaging winds, heavy rainfall, and isolated tornadoes as they move through eastern North Carolina.

Residents are encouraged to:
• Stay weather aware throughout the day and monitor conditions closely.
• Follow verified weather and news sources, such as the National Weather Service and trusted local media outlets, for accurate updates.
• Avoid relying on unverified information or rumors shared on social media.

📲 Sign Up for CodeRED Alerts -
Greene County residents can receive emergency notifications directly to their phone by registering for CodeRED, the county’s emergency alert system. These alerts are used to provide important information about severe weather, emergencies, and other public safety notifications.

To sign up, visit: https://accountportal.onsolve.net/greenecountync/

Greene County Emergency Services will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as needed. Please take a moment now to review your severe weather safety plans and ensure you have multiple ways to receive warnings.

03/16/2026