Ahoskie Fire Department

Forms are available at Town Hall and will be uploaded to www.ahoskienc.gov later this morning.

⚾️⚾️⚾️⚾️LATE SIGN UPS🥎🥎🥎🥎
We have had a lot of questions regarding late sign ups. There is a drop box in the front and back of the building at Town Hall. You may drop your application and payment in the box anytime over the weekend. The box will be checked Monday morning so we can start finalizing things and getting ready for the skills day and draft. We are attaching a picture of the application which can be printed.

It's now easier to send Ahoskie Fire Department a message.

The Unbroken Smile

Look at all these hero’s! This video had me in tears this morning! 💗💗💗 A must watch!!!!

Chesapeake Fire Department

Some quick reminders!!!!

This is an opportunity to help a fellow firefighter out who has been seriously Injured if you can make this mark it on your calendar

Please change your batteries in your smoke alarms this weekend.

Smoke alarms cut the chances of dying in a fire in half, but they have to be in proper working condition in order to do their job. We urge everyone to use this weekend to check your smoke alarm. This could be a potentially life-saving investment of time and energy.

NCFireFighters

When you change your clocks this weekend,
for daylight saving time, remember to change
the batteries in your smoke alarms and
CO(carbon monoxide) detectors.
Stay Safe...

How a small donation is bringing big changes to N.C. fire department

mnn.com 'We would not be in this position without Enviva’s support,' Ahoskie fire chief says.

Merry Christmas to one and all from Ahoskie Fire Department Station 1!

NC OSFM

Thanksgiving is right around the corner! As you prepare to spend the holiday with family and friends, Commissioner Causey wants to remind everyone of the importance of safety in the kitchen! Don't burn up the holidays!
MORE INFO: https://www.ncdoi.gov/news/press-releases/2019/11/13/frigid-temperatures-and-holiday-cooking-create-recipe-home-fires

A common question answered for tax payers. Why do so many trucks go on a fire call? Why do you need so many firefighters?

linkedin.com A coordinated fire attack breakdown. What does that mean to a citizen/taxpayer? Even city and county administrators need to understand why.

Here are a few ways to stay safe with your extension cords.

Extension cords if not used properly can create an electrical and fire hazard. Review these helpful tips to keep yourself, your home, and place of work safe from dangers.

Hertford County

Any non-emergency calls regarding the County can be directed to the Emergency Operations Center at 358-7861.

Hertford County

FYI NO RESTRICTIONS ON ALCOHOL SALES AND NO CURFEW AT THIS TIME

Hertford County has declared a
State of Emergency in advance of
Hurricane Dorian effective
Tuesday, September 3, 2019 at
5:00 P.M. There is no curfew or restrictions
in effect at this time.

Click here to support Jerrell Gatling House Fire organized by Patrick Dilday

One of our very own firefighters suffered what no one ever wants to go through last night this go fund me page has been set up to help him get back on his feet and the necessities that he needs. Please keep Jerrell and his family in your thoughts and prayers.

gofundme.com On the night of August 15 one of our own fellow firefighters lost his house to a fire. Luckily no one was home at the time but everything inside was a total lost. Please help Jerrell in this trying time to get back on his feet as he dedicates countless hours to help protect his community.

Great day of training with other local departments on Basic Aerial Ops. While all 4 aerial ladder trucks from the county were in the same spot had to stop for a photo opportunity. Pictures is our ladder along with Town of Winton, Town of Murfreesboro and Ahoskie Rural trucks.

Chief Bradley and Lt. Hoggard out at Walmart this morning spending times with the kids and passing out fire prevention materials. Go see them they will be there till 1 today.

Like to thank the guys from Zebulon Fire Dept for making the trip down to go over the ladder truck that we recently purchased from them. Thanks for the tips and help on learning the truck.

Change your batteries this weekend!!!

Daylight saving time is coming up this weekend which means it's time to spring forward one hour! It's also a great time to take a couple minutes to change the batteries in your smoke alarms, or to test them to make sure they function properly.

Close before you doze a key to survival in a house fire :: WRAL.com

A really great article from WRAL out of of raleigh showing the importance of keeping the bedroom doors closed when you sleep. Close before you doze.

wral.com Firefighters want you to know: It is much safer to sleep with the bedroom door closed. An amazing 5 On Your Side experiment shows the difference in the time you have to escape.

Wilmington, NC Fire Department

Think about your heat sources to keep you and your family safe and protected

Hey you. How are you heating your house tonight? Is your...
🔥space heater away from things that can burn? Will you turn it off (and unplug it) before you go to bed?
🔥fireplace free of cracks and soot build up? Have you had it checked by a professional?
🔥 carbon monoxide alarm working? Get one if you don't already have one!

Hertford County

Hertford County has certainly been spared by Hurricane Florence. Effective immediately the curfew has been lifted. Hertford County High and Middle School Shelters will close at 4pm today. The SOE will remain in effect and be re-evaluated tomorrow. Hertford County has no reported road closures or power outages. Rivers and communities along the river could still see rising tides and effects from storm surge. Rain showers could still be on/off through today but nothing predicted to have a huge impact to the county.

Hertford County

The 1700 track is still more favorable to us than previous tracks. However, we still need to be vigilant and stay prepared. This time yesterday we were looking at an entirely different track. Tomorrow could be different again so stayed tuned.

Hertford County

Hertford County Proclamation of a County State Emergency.

Announcement:

Please be advised that a curfew will be effective (evening to morning) beginning Thursday, September 13, 2018 from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., until lifted for all of Hertford County.

Hertford County

Pretty significant shift in track and would be much more favorable for our area. Wind predictions have decreased to at or below tropical force. Rain predictions have decreased from 10" to as much as 5". As you can see these tracks can change by the hour. Please do not let your guard down and not make preparations. Remember, Hurricane Matthew never made landfall in NC but had tremendous impacts to us. Stay tuned for more updates.

Hertford County

Hertford County Distribution Centers:

If needed, not available for purchase and/or cannot access places to purchase certain necessary commodities, distribution points may be set up in Hertford County.

Please be aware:

• Distribution Centers will be opened when deemed necessary and at the approval and authorization of emergency management.

• Distribution of goods and commodities may not begin for up to seventy two (72) hours after a major storm and there has to be a demonstrated need. (not available for purchase)

• Hertford County will begin the distribution of goods, services and commodities at the fire departments in the county.

Communication:
Citizens should listen to the radio stations or other official public information to learn the exact date and times that the essential emergency supplies, goods and commodities will be distributed.

Distribution Centers:
Regardless of their location, distribution centers normally only provide the following services:

• Drinking water in small quantities
• Food products, which are usually Meals Ready to Eat (MRE).

Click on the link below for more informaiton:
http://www.hertfordcountync.gov/departments/public-safety/emergency-management/distributionpoints/

Hertford County

Please read for anyone that wants to evacuate to a shelter this is showing locations and what you need to bring. Please don’t wait to late if you plan on going.

Shelter Locations -

Primary Shelter: Hertford County High School, 1326 W. First Street, Ahoskie, NC 27910. This location will open on 9/12/18 at 6 pm.

Secondary Shelter: Hertford County Middle School, 1850 Hwy. 11 North, Murfreesboro, NC 27855. This location will open on 9/13/2018 at 8:30am.

What to bring to a shelter:

Hertford County will provide as much as possible; however, those using shelters are expected to bring with them at least the following items:

• Bedding (Pillow and blankets)
• Personal/ family prescription medications
• Extra clothing
• Personal hygiene products and toiletries
• Books, games (to entertain your children)
• Special dietary needs (including infant formulas, etc.)
• Personal identification (driver’s license/ ID card)

For more information regarding the shelter location please click on the link below:

http://www.hertfordcountync.gov/departments/public-safety/emergency-management/shelter-locations/

Update on our county’s annual fun day stay safe during this storm

Stay alert everyone and make necessary plans

Hertford County is making preparations for Hurricane Florence. As of 8:30am on 9/11/2018, Hertford County will be under a local State of Emergency. This will allow us to make necessary preparations and gain needed resources pre-storm. At this time there is no curfew or other restrictions. Hertford County High School Shelter will open on 9/12/2018 at 6pm. Hertford County Middle School will open on 9/13/2018 at 8:30am. Please finalize any preparations you may need to be in a safe place by Thursday. Stay tuned to the progress of this storm.

Hertford County

Download this app for good emergency information. Continue monitoring Florence and make preparations as necessary. This is expected to be a major hurricane that may impact the east coast next week. Stay informed.

It’s time to start preparing still far enough out that exact track is still undetermined but it is lining up more and more each day to impact our area. Please don’t wait until the last minute to prepare for this storm.

Please be aware that we are not holding this fundraiser!!!

**WARNING NOTICE** The Town of Ahoskie is not holding this volunteer Firefighter drive. If you send your money, it will only be received by this organization in Topeka, Kansas.

Please stay safe check on the elderly and keep pets safe in this heat.

Heat Advisories are in effect from 11AM-8PM today for the eastern half of the state as heat index values are expected to reach 105-109°F. Although the Charlotte Metro and Triad regions are not under a Heat Advisory, it will still be hot, with heat index values of 100-103°F.

With several days of the heat and humidity it is important to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check on neighbors/relatives! If working outside, take frequent breaks in the shade or in an air conditioned room.

From all of us at Ahoskie Fire Department we would like to thank all the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country!! Have a great and safe Memorial Day.

NC State Firefighters' Association

SCAM ALERT: The NCSFA has been made aware that someone claiming to be a representative of the North Carolina State Firefighters' Association is making phone calls and requesting donations for families of fallen firefighters.

Please be aware that this is a SCAM and that we NEVER make calls requesting donations for any reason. Pass this information along to others in the NC Fire Service so they too can be aware of any potential fraudulent phone calls.