Fayetteville Fire Dept. Station 8 "The Falcon Express"

09/11/2024

23 years ago our country stopped. The numbers continue to grow from the initial 343, as the lasting effects of sifting through the debris for survivors continue to take a toll on those who responded to the disaster.

07/03/2024

If you want to be a part of an aggressive department, with great opportunities to grow and advance your career, and you are certified, look right here!!!

07/03/2024

As the 4th of July approaches, we would like to remind you to please be safe with your fireworks. It has been extremely dry recently, and sparks may cause unnecessary fires to occur. Please have a water source available when you discharge your fireworks, and saturate all used firework canisters before placing them in the garbage. Our hope is you safely enjoy the holiday. Happy 4th!!

06/29/2024

Personnel from St. 8 were first in to this working fire last night.

03/29/2024

Our thoughts and prayers go out to our brothers and sisters of the Lexington Fire Department.

LEXINGTON, N.C. (WGHP) — A Lexington firefighter, who suffered injuries while fighting a house fire with his team, has died, according to the Lexington Fire Department. Just after midnight on Tuesd…

03/09/2024

Smoke detectors are proven life savers. Please change your batteries. If you need your smoke detector checked, or are in need of smoke detectors and you live in Fayetteville, please reach out to our Community Risk Reduction office at 910-433-1730 to schedule an appointment for one of our stations to come check your home.

It's time to change the clocks tonight. This is a great time to test your smoke alarms and change the batteries if applicable.

05/04/2023

When a man becomes a fireman his greatest act of bravery has been accomplished. What he does after that is all in the line of work. Let us take a moment to acknowledge the sacrifices of firefighters and make sure they are treated with utmost dignity. Happy International Firefighters' Day to Station 8 & all other departments across the state & nation who put their lives on the line to save yours! ❤️🤍🖤💪🏽

04/12/2023

Did you know that exhaust fans cause many home fires?

Exhaust fans are not only located in bathrooms, but you can also find them above the stovetop, laundry rooms, and attic spaces. These fans typically have a small 1 amp pull on the motor. However, when the motor stalls due to the build-up of lint and debris, the current can increase to about 10 amps, resulting in a fire. Over time, these exhaust fans become congested, creating more fuel for a fire.

A few ways to prevent this from happening are to:
⏲️ Install a timer (optimal run time is between 15-20 minutes)
🌬️ Maintain regular cleaning and inspection (every 6 months to one year)
👂🏽 Always keep an ear out for strange noises coming from the fan or the smell of smoke.

04/10/2023

Thank you!