Sunset Beach Fire Department NC

05/23/2026

🔥 Don’t let your BBQ turn into a blaze!

Grilling season is in full swing here in Sunset Beach! Before you fire up the grill this weekend, follow these safety tips from your local firefighters to keep your cookout worry-free:

✅ Keep your distance: Always place your grill well away from siding, pinestraw, deck railings, and out from under eaves or low-hanging branches. ✅ Clean it out: Grease buildup is the #1 cause of grill fires. Give those grates and the catch pan a good scrub before you start. ✅ Stay focused: Never leave a lit grill unattended. Keep children and pets at least 3 feet away from the "grill zone." ✅ Propane safety: Check your hoses for leaks or cracks before your first use of the season. ✅ Be ready: Always have a fire extinguisher or a bucket of sand nearby—just in case!

Let’s keep our community safe while we enjoy these beautiful beach evenings. Happy grilling! 🍔🌭

05/15/2026

Aerial placement training on deck with C-Shift! 🚒 From calculating distance for roof access, our engineers are drilling the fundamentals so they don’t have to think twice when it’s go-time. These reps save lives. 👊

05/13/2026

Water Safety Day is almost here! Sponsored by the Jack Helbig Memorial Foundation, it takes place on Friday, May 15! 💦

Join Brunswick Community College from 5 - 7:30 p.m. in the Odell Williamson Auditorium parking lot for an evening of water safety tips, education, hands-on activities, and family fun.

Enjoy aquatic stations, water rescue crafts and vehicles, prizes, giveaways, food, music, and more. PLUS, FREE youth life jackets will be available while supplies last! 🦺

Bring the whole family and help us kick off a safer summer season. We can’t wait to see you there! Dinah E. Gore Sports & Aquatics Complex Jack Helbig Memorial Foundation

05/12/2026

🚨 NEW “NO SWIMMING – HERE TO PIER” SIGNAGE IS UP! 🚨

The Town of Sunset Beach installed safety signs by the pier this morning to protect you and your loved ones. Swimming in this zone is prohibited—the risks are real and can be life threatening.

Why the “No Swim” Zone is Critical ⚠️
• Dangerous Currents – Strong tidal flows can pull swimmers toward the pier’s wooden pylons, which are covered in sharp barnacles that cause severe lacerations.
• Hidden Underwater Hazards – fish hooks and lures can easily ensnare swimmers.
Under Sunset Beach Town Ordinance 95.31, it is unlawful to swim in the Atlantic Ocean area marked by the “NO SWIMMING—HERE TO PIER” signs.

Safety Recommendations for All Beach goers ✅
• Respect the Signs – If you see a “No Swimming – Here to Pier” sign, simply move a little further down the beach to enjoy the water safely.
• Check Flag Conditions – Always verify the rip current flag color before entering the surf.
• Stay Vigilant – Keep a close eye on children and less experienced swimmers at all times. Always swim with a buddy.

05/11/2026

Crews will be performing hydrant maintenance today in the following areas: Old georgetown Road and Ocean Ridge Plantation.
This consists of them cleaning the threads and making sure the caps come off easily, clearing any limbs or shrubs within a 3 foot radius to ensure easy access and also flushing the hydrants to make sure to clear the lines. Users may experience slightly discolored water during this activity. Don't be alarmed, run your taps until the water clears.

05/08/2026

Crews will be performing hydrant maintenance today in the following areas:Stonely Cir, Wellesley Pl, Annesbrook Pl, Blenheim Pl, Bantry Notch, Lindgrove Pl, Kirkwall Point, England Pointe, Lancelot Notch, Biltmore Pointe, and Braeloch Pointe.

This consists of them cleaning the threads and making sure the caps come off easily, clearing any limbs or shrubs within a 3 foot radius to ensure easy access and also flushing the hydrants to make sure to clear the lines. Users may experience slightly discolored water during this activity. Don't be alarmed, run your taps until the water clears.

05/07/2026

🌪️ National Hurricane Preparedness Week is here! 🌪️

Take a few minutes this week to:

1️⃣ Visit the National Weather Service – Wilmington Hurricane Preparedness page.
2️⃣ Review (and update) your home safety plan.
3️⃣ Make sure every family member knows the emergency steps.

Why it matters: You only need ONE severe storm to turn a good year into a bad one. Prepare every year—it could save lives and property.

Action: Click the link, review the informational flyers, and share this post so your friends and neighbors can get ready, too!

https://www.weather.gov/ilm/hurricaneprep

US National Weather Service Wilmington NC

05/06/2026

We are incredibly proud to announce that our very own B-Shift Captain Gaskins was awarded the prestigious Dr. Booker Juma Fire Service Leadership Award at Fayetteville State University this afternoon. This honor is presented to the student in the Fire and Emergency Services Administration program who best exemplifies leadership, professionalism, and community service.

Captain Gaskins will soon graduate with his Bachelor’s degree, having maintained a flawless 4.0 GPA while balancing a demanding career, active community involvement, and life as a father to two young children. We are immensely proud of this achievement and look forward to seeing his continued success and advancement within the fire service!

05/05/2026

Crews will be performing hydrant maintenance today in the following areas: Bourne Dr, Old Georgetown Road, Summer Hill Gln, High Gate Pl, Dartmoor Dr, Lisburn Terrace, Cadbury Ln, Castlebrook Way, Stonley Cir.
This consists of them cleaning the threads and making sure the caps come off easily, clearing any limbs or shrubs within a 3 foot radius to ensure easy access and also flushing the hydrants to make sure to clear the lines. Users may experience slightly discolored water during this activity. Don't be alarmed, run your taps until the water clears.

05/04/2026