City of Whiteville Fire Department

08/27/2026

Whiteville Fire lit up pink for Dolly! RIP

07/02/2026

Columbus County Emergency Services is monitoring the potential for dangerous heat across our area this holiday weekend. The National Weather Service is forecasting heat of possibly 105° or higher, with the hottest conditions expected through the weekend.

To help residents stay safe, Columbus County is sponsoring hydration stations with free bottles of water at the following locations:

📍 Chadbourn Fire & Rescue
📍 Nakina Fire & Rescue
📍 Whiteville City Fire Department
📍 Lake Waccamaw Fire Department

📅 Friday, July 3 – Sunday, July 5
⏰ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Please take precautions if you will be outside. Stay hydrated, take breaks in the shade or in air-conditioned areas, avoid strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day, and check on elderly neighbors, children, outdoor workers, and anyone without reliable cooling.

Thank you to our local fire departments for helping keep our community safe!

Nakina Fire and Rescue
Klondyke-Chadbourn Fire and Rescue
City of Whiteville Fire Department
Lake Waccamaw Fire-Rescue

Stay cool. Stay hydrated. Stay safe.

06/18/2026

Today we remember: The Charleston Sofa Super Store fire was a firefighting accident that occurred on the evening of June 18, 2007, in Charleston, South Carolina, resulting in the deaths of nine firefighters. It was the deadliest firefighter disaster in the US since the September 11 attacks. The fire, which started in the loading dock of the furniture store, rapidly spread to the main showroom and warehouse, leading to a catastrophic structural collapse. Despite initial firefighting efforts and rescue attempts, the poor water supply and lack of fire sprinkler systems contributed to the incident.

06/01/2026

💜 Together, we can make a difference💜

Throughout June, we're supporting cancer survivors through this special fundraising campaign. Check out the flyer below for details on how you can help!

03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!..

01/28/2026

With colder temperatures coming to our area, here are some tips to prevent cold weather fires. Keep space heaters and heat sources at least 3 feet (1 meter) away from anything flammable, such as furniture, blankets, or curtains. Never use a stove or oven for home heating, and ensure fireplaces have sturdy screens. Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors monthly.

Key Safety Measures

Heating Equipment: Have chimneys and heating systems inspected annually. Never leave portable heaters on when leaving the room or sleeping.

Space Heaters: Place on a flat, hard surface and plug directly into a wall outlet, not an extension cord.

Fireplaces: Burn only dry, seasoned wood; dispose of cool ashes in a metal container outside.

Generators: Always operate generators outdoors, away from windows and doors, to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

Electrical: Do not overload circuits by running multiple high-wattage appliances simultaneously.

05/31/2025

During the week of June 1st through the 7th, the Whiteville Fire Department will be canvassing neighborhoods to identify homes without working smoke alarms and to distribute and install free alarms.

04/29/2025