Professional Firefighters of Wilmington North Carolina

Professional Firefighters of Wilmington North Carolina Wilmington Firefighters | IAFF Local 129
Serving with Courage, Pride & Tradition 🚒
Representing the men & women of the Wilmington Fire Department

09/04/2026

When the call comes in, our members go to work. 🚒💪

This video gives a great look at the work Wilmington firefighters perform when an incident requires more than just a routine response. From deploying equipment and operating on the water, to coordinating resources and working together to safely bring the incident under control, our Local 129 members were there getting the job done.

These types of incidents require training, specialized skills, teamwork, and firefighters who are ready to adapt to whatever situation is in front of them. We’re proud of the professionalism and hard work our members displayed throughout this response.

A big thank you to the Wilmington Police Department for putting together this video and capturing the work of our firefighters and public safety partners.

Proud of our members. Proud to serve Wilmington. 🇺🇸🚒

09/04/2026

Today is BIG FRIDAY number 2 of 3. We are coming together with our awesome Scapegoat community to support an amazing cause. Come early, stay late. A little birdie whispered there are 8 bourbons to be raffled….Wow! Holy Smokes serving at 6pm, 45 rpm at 7pm, it’s going to be an epic night!

FAMILY. COMMUNITY. CONNECTION. MUSIC.

🔥 LOCAL 129 MEMBERS LEADING BEYOND WILMINGTON 🔥Local 129 is proud to recognize Donald Burns, who recently had the opport...
08/25/2026

🔥 LOCAL 129 MEMBERS LEADING BEYOND WILMINGTON 🔥

Local 129 is proud to recognize Donald Burns, who recently had the opportunity to teach at Fire-Rescue International (FRI).

Our Local 129 members are involved in much more than what happens inside our own department. From teaching and training to technical rescue, leadership development, state and national organizations, community involvement, and union advocacy, our members continue to represent Wilmington and Local 129 throughout the fire service.

Having one of our own teaching at an event like Fire-Rescue International is a great example of the knowledge, experience, and leadership our members bring to the profession, and an opportunity to share that knowledge with firefighters and fire service leaders from across the country.

Our members aren’t just part of the fire service, they’re helping move it forward.

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🔥 LOCAL 129 AT THE IAFF 58TH CONVENTION 🔥Last week, Local 129 sent two delegates to the IAFF 58th Convention to represen...
08/24/2026

🔥 LOCAL 129 AT THE IAFF 58TH CONVENTION 🔥

Last week, Local 129 sent two delegates to the IAFF 58th Convention to represent our membership and ensure our Local had a voice in the decisions shaping the future of our union and the fire service.

Throughout the convention, our delegates voted on a wide range of important issues, from changes and legalities within the IAFF Constitution & By-Laws and censorship concerns to firefighter health, safety, and wellness initiatives.

The convention also provided an invaluable opportunity to network with IAFF leaders and members from Locals across the United States and Canada, exchange ideas, learn what other Locals are doing successfully, and build relationships that strengthen Local 129.

Attending events like the IAFF Convention is about more than casting votes. It’s about staying involved, staying informed, building connections, and bringing knowledge and resources back home to our membership.

Local 129 will continue working to make sure our members have a voice, from Wilmington to the international level.

💪 Stronger Together. Union Strong.

🔥 FUNDRAISER FRIDAY! 🔥Join Local 129 on Friday, September 4th at The Scapegoat Taproom for Fundraiser Friday!We’re excit...
08/19/2026

🔥 FUNDRAISER FRIDAY! 🔥

Join Local 129 on Friday, September 4th at The Scapegoat Taproom for Fundraiser Friday!

We’re excited to partner with Holy Smokes for a great night supporting Local 129 and our members.

🍻 10% of the night’s proceeds will go toward supporting our organization
🎟️ 100% of raffle proceeds will also be donated
🔥 Great food, drinks, and an opportunity to support Wilmington’s firefighters

Come hang out with us, bring some friends, and help make this fundraiser a success. We appreciate The Scapegoat Taproom and Holy Smokes for supporting Wilmington Professional Firefighters!

📅 Friday, September 4th
📍 The Scapegoat Taproom

See you there!

🔥👨‍🚒Come out and support Local 129 as our members take on members of Raleigh Fire Department! All for a good cause!!
08/17/2026

🔥👨‍🚒Come out and support Local 129 as our members take on members of Raleigh Fire Department! All for a good cause!!

🚨 Local 129 Family, Let’s Rally Around One of Our Own. ❤️Our brother Parker Galloway, Hillary, and their newborn baby gi...
07/20/2026

🚨 Local 129 Family, Let’s Rally Around One of Our Own. ❤️

Our brother Parker Galloway, Hillary, and their newborn baby girl are facing an incredibly difficult journey. Due to complications from preeclampsia, their daughter will be spending time in the NICU while Parker and Hillary focus on being by her side.

One of the best ways we can support them is by helping take a meal off their plate during this challenging time.

If you’re able, please consider signing up to provide a meal or support them through their Meal Train:

https://www.mealtrain.com/trains/eewod2

No gesture is too small. A home-cooked meal, takeout, or gift card can make a world of difference while they focus on what matters most, their baby girl.

Please continue to keep Parker, Hillary, and their daughter in your thoughts and prayers. This is what our Local 129 family is all about, standing together when our brothers and sisters need us most.

❤️

Today, we remember Greensboro Local 947 Engineer Rick Murrell, passed away in 2022.Four years later, his service, dedica...
07/09/2026

Today, we remember Greensboro Local 947 Engineer Rick Murrell, passed away in 2022.

Four years later, his service, dedication, and sacrifice have not been forgotten. His legacy continues to live on through the firefighters who carry the mission forward each day.

The members of Wilmington Professional Firefighters Association Local 129 honor Engineer Murrell’s memory and extend our continued thoughts and support to his family, friends, and our brothers and sisters of the Greensboro Fire Department and Local 947.

Gone, but never forgotten.

Rest easy, Brother. We’ll take it from here.

06/30/2026

🔥Lives Saved🔥

Two people are alive today because of the dedication, training, and professionalism of Wilmington firefighters.

A couple nights ago, Local 129 members responded to a challenging structure fire where heavy fire conditions were met on arrival. Crews quickly located and rescued two occupants while also managing the added complexity of an electric vehicle fire.

This incident is a powerful reminder that investing in your fire department isn’t just about equipment or staffing. It’s about giving firefighters the training, resources, and support they need to save lives when seconds matter.

The outcome that night is proof that those investments make a difference. Two people went home because firefighters were prepared.

We’re incredibly proud of every member who answered the call and grateful they were equipped to do the job our community depends on.

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☕🏃‍♂️ Cardio & Coffee – Ruck Run Edition 🏃‍♀️☕What started as an idea from one of our members has quickly become a great...
06/23/2026

☕🏃‍♂️ Cardio & Coffee – Ruck Run Edition 🏃‍♀️☕

What started as an idea from one of our members has quickly become a great way to bring Local 129 members together outside of the firehouse.

This month’s Cardio & Coffee featured a ruck run followed by some well-earned coffee. The event combines two things many of our members enjoy, fitness and coffee, while creating an opportunity to connect, build camaraderie, and support local businesses throughout our community.

Each month gives us a chance to check out a different local coffee shop, support small businesses, and spend time with fellow firefighters away from the daily grind.

Strong bodies. Strong minds. Strong firefighters.

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