Arrington Vol. Fire Department Inc.

06/19/2026

Lastnight, we trained with El-Roy Volunteer Firefighters on extrication. We trained on B post blowouts, and various dash roll techniques. Thank you to everyone who worked hard in the heat! And thank you to El-Roy for hosting us.

06/19/2026

Congratulations to our Lt. Lou D'Arco, he's well deserved of this Scholarship. Lou is also a Captain with the city of Clayton Fire Department. Arrington fire is very fortunate to have such dedicated and qualified personnel.

06/17/2026

Lastnight members of our water rescue team went out to Sleepy Creek Country Club to train on various skills. Our members trained on shallow water recovery walk outs, distance rescue swims, and boat operations. Thank you to those that took time out of their evening to sharpen your skills! Thank you to Sleepy Creek for letting us use the lake!

05/25/2026

This evening at 1725, Arrington was dispatched to the area of Arrington Bridge Road and Squirrel Ridge Drive in reference to a traffic accident, with power lines across the road. Car 1 arrived and found a single vehicle accident, with lines across the road. Arrington units arrived and controlled traffic until the roadway was cleared.

Units on Scene
Arrington Car 1
Arrington Engine 3
Arrington Rescue 17
Arrington QRV 17
Arrington Squad 17
WCSO
NCSHP

05/22/2026

This morning at 0858, Arrington was dispatched to the intersection of Arrington Bridge Road and Pecan Road in reference to a traffic accident. Car 1 arrived and found a single vehicle over turned off the roadway. Everyone was out of the vehicle. Engine 3 and Rescue 17 arrived and controlled traffic until cleared. Two subjects were transported by Medic 9.

Units on Scene
Arrington Car 1
Arrington Engine 3
Arrington Rescue 17
Medic 9
707
NCSHP

05/21/2026

We would love to have you and welcome you into our family! Scan the QR and fill out an interest form today!

Picture this:

It’s 2:14 AM in Wayne County.
Rain pouring. Somebody’s house is on fire. Kids are standing outside barefoot. A family’s entire life is changing in real time.

And somewhere nearby, a pager goes off.

Not for a superhero.
Not for a paid celebrity athlete.
For an ordinary person who decided to volunteer.

A mechanic.
A lineman.
A farmer.
A water plant operator.
A person who was sitting on the couch 3 minutes ago.

That person gets up, throws on shoes, and goes.

That could be you.

Most people spend their lives wanting to matter more. Wanting purpose. Wanting something real. Volunteer fire service gives you that immediately. When you show up on scene, people are relieved just because you arrived.

You’ll do things most people never experience:

* Ride a fire engine lights and sirens through your own community
* Train with people who become family
* Push yourself physically and mentally
* Learn how to stay calm when everybody else panics
* Be part of something bigger than yourself

And years from now, when somebody says:

“Thank God the fire department got here…”

You’ll know you were part of that.

You don’t have to be perfect. You don’t have to be fearless. Every firefighter started as the new guy who didn’t know anything.

What matters is showing up.

Wayne County’s volunteer departments need people willing to answer the call. Not someday. Now.

So the real question is:

If your community needed help tonight… would you want to be standing on the sidelines watching, or stepping off the truck helping?

05/18/2026

Joining a volunteer fire department gives you something most people never get: the chance to matter on someone’s worst day.

You’re not just “helping out.” You’re becoming the person people depend on when their house is on fire, when a wreck happens at 2am, when a child is trapped, or when floodwaters rise. That kind of purpose changes you.

You don’t have to be a firefighter already. Most departments teach you everything — from handling equipment and medical calls to vehicle rescues and fire attack. You gain real-world skills, confidence under pressure, leadership experience, and friendships that feel more like family than coworkers.

Volunteer departments are the backbone of small communities. Without volunteers, response times get longer and communities lose protection. Every new member makes a real difference.

And it’s not just about fires:

* Traffic accidents
* Medical emergencies
* Water rescues
* Storm response
* Community events
* Helping neighbors when they need it most

You’ll push yourself physically and mentally, but you’ll also gain stories, experiences, and bonds you’ll carry forever. There’s pride in putting on that gear knowing you stepped up when others stayed home.

Most people spend their lives wondering if they made an impact. Volunteer firefighters never have to wonder.

Your community already needs help. The only question is whether you’ll answer the call.

05/16/2026

This morning at 0436, Arrington, Mar-Mac Volunteer Fire Department, and Dudley Volunteer Fire Department were dispatched to 151 CGs Circle in reference to a structure fire. Arrington Car 1 arrived and found a single wide heavily involved. Engine 1 arrived on scene and used a blitz attack, with the deck gun and then an interior attack with a handline. The fire was brought under control. Great job to everyone!

Units on Scene
Arrington Car 1
Arrington Engine 1
Arrington Engine 3
Arrington Tanker 1
Arrington Rescue 17
Mar-Mac Engine 6
Mar-Mac Rescue 15
Mar-Mac Tanker 1
Dudley Car 1
Dudley Tanker 1
Dudley Engine 3
Medic 8
OES
WCSO

05/15/2026

We apologize for the delay, here is the complete list of winners for the Sportsman’s Giveaway! We sincerely appreciate everyone’s support! We look forward to seeing everyone next year! Congratulations to all of the winners!

05/15/2026

This afternoon at 1430, Arrington was dispatched to the intersection of Outlaw Road and Emmaus Church Road in reference to a traffic accident. Engine 3 arrived and found a 2 vehicle accident. All parties refused transport.

Hey Wayne County EMS, your new rig looks sharp!

Units on Scene
Arrington Engine 3
Arrington QRV 17
Medic 8
NCSHP