Redwood Volunteer Fire Department

03/31/2024

From our family to yours, we want to wish everyone a Happy Easter!

11/25/2023

Our Christmas Trees are out and for sale! Come by and see us for your family’s Christmas tree this year! 🎄All of our trees are 90$. Thanks in advance for helping support your local Fire Department.

11/05/2023

Don’t Forget.

THIS WEEKEND 🕑
As the end of daylight-saving time approaches on Sunday, Nov. 5, Commissioner Causey is reminding North Carolinians: As we set our clocks back one hour, remember to change the batteries in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms!
MORE: https://www.ncosfm.gov/news/press-releases/2023/11/02/change-your-clocks-change-your-alarm-batteries-weekend-during-daylight-saving-time

03/23/2023

🔵🔵 Updated: The Durham 911 lines are back operational. You may now use 911 for emergencies and 919-560-4600 for non emergencies.

⚠️⚠️Please read the below post for 911 calls currently!!⚠️⚠️

09/11/2022

12/31/2021

Over one year ago we brought concerns to the city about the staffing shortage and use of the Raleigh 911 center which created a delay in calls, and provided limited information and inaccurate mapping.

Our members have been working extra shifts at DECC for over a year now. In the past month on occasion we’ve increased it from 1 to 2 firefighters in addition to working extra shifts to put firetrucks back in service.

“Firefighters are the only city employees making less than the city’s hourly livable wage ordinace, yet it seems we’re the ones being relied on the most right now. Burn out is a real thing, look at the 911 center. Firefighters aren’t far behind, especially as other agencies require less for more money”, said President Jimie Wright.

12/27/2021

Our thoughts and prayers are with the DFD and the family of Assistant Fire Marshal Scotty Merritt.

It is with a heavy heart we inform you of the passing of Assistant Fire Marshal Scotty Merritt.

He passed yesterday afternoon surrounded by loved ones after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer.

Scotty was a strong, proud, veteran member of our fire prevention division and is greatly loved by his co-workers.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. He will be missed.

12/15/2021

The N.C. burn ban has been lifted for all remaining counties due to improved weather conditions. “We saw some much-needed rain during the weekend, and that has thankfully helped bring fire danger down, allowing us to lift burn ban restrictions statewide,” said N.C. Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. “Still, I’d caution residents to remain vigilant about burning responsibly and safely. Make sure you have a valid burn permit and contact your NCFS county ranger for wildfire prevention and fire safety tips.” Learn more below and stay safe!
More info here: https://bit.ly/3GJLCVv

11/29/2021

A burn ban has been issued for all counties in North Carolina due to hazardous wildfire conditions. This ban, which took effect at 5 p.m. today, will stay in effect until further notice. “It is fall wildfire season in North Carolina, and we are seeing wildfire activity increase due to dry conditions,” said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. “With these ongoing conditions, a statewide burn ban is necessary to reduce the risk of fires starting and spreading quickly. Our top priority is always to protect lives, property and forestland across the state.” Learn more information about the ban, including FAQ's, in the link below!
More info here: https://www.ncagr.gov/paffairs/release/2021/11-21burnbannov29.htm

11/23/2021

Make sure your turkey is completely thawed out and measure how much oil you need by placing the turkey in the pot and putting water in it first.

09/19/2021

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Fire Driver Jeremy Klemm. Jeremy was appointed to the Durham Fire Department February 27, 2006 and was a graduate of Fire Academy 19. He was promoted to Fire Driver on January 2, 2020 and was most recently assigned to Engine 8 A-Shift. He is survived by his mother- Debby White, brothers- Jason Klemm and Nathan Moore, and two sons- Dominic and Jack.

09/18/2021

It is with a heavy heart that we have learned that a brother from the City of Durham Fire Department has passed away.