City of Havelock Fire - Rescue Department

06/11/2026

🎆 Fireworks Safety Reminder 🎆

Help keep our community safe this summer:

✅ Keep a safe distance when lighting fireworks
✅ Never allow children to handle fireworks or sparklers
✅ Use fireworks only in open areas away from homes, vehicles, and dry vegetation
✅ Keep water, a hose, or a fire extinguisher nearby
✅ Never relight malfunctioning fireworks
✅ Soak used fireworks before disposal
✅ Protect your hearing and be considerate of pets and neighbors
✅ Follow local laws and avoid fireworks during drought conditions

Let's celebrate responsibly and prevent injuries, lost pets, and wildfires. Stay safe and have a happy holiday! 🇺🇸

06/08/2026

In recognition of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, the Craven County Opioid Epidemic Response is hosting a Free Virtual Naloxone Training on June 26, 2026, from 12:00–1:00 PM. This training will cover how to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose and how to administer Naloxone.

06/08/2026

06/08/2026

After the Great Lakes Fire of 2023, the Croatan Area Fireshed Partnership formed from a group of partners who are working to reduce the impacts of wildfires near the Croatan National Forest.

Collectively, we’ve completed over 16,500 rapid wildfire risk assessments in Craven County from September 2025 to February 2026.

Please help us ensure homeowner voices count! When you receive a household survey from us, please complete the survey and mail it back using the postage paid envelope.

The data collected from the survey will help the Croatan Area Fireshed Partnership understand how to best support residents and properties for wildfires in the future.

The data collected through the survey will NOT be used for tax purposes or to force anyone to take action of any sort. It will help us better plan for, prepare, and live with wildfire in our communities.

06/02/2026

🚨 FREE SMOKE ALARMS AVAILABLE 🚨

Did you know that working smoke alarms can cut the risk of dying in a house fire nearly in half?

🏠 Residents within the Havelock Fire-Rescue district can request FREE smoke alarms by contacting our Fire Marshal's Office.

https://www.havelocknc.us/formcenter/Fire-Rescue-4/Contact-the-Fire-Marshal-46

Don't wait until it's too late. A working smoke alarm provides early warning and gives your family precious time to escape.

06/01/2026

🚨 NOW HIRING 🚨
Havelock Fire Rescue is looking for dedicated and driven individuals to join our team as Firefighter-EMTs!
🔥 Why HFR?
✅ 48/96 Schedule – More time for family, rest, and life
✅ Full Employee Benefits – Health, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
✅ Local Government Retirement – Invest in your future while making a difference
✅ 401(k) - 5% Contribution
✅ Serve a strong, supportive community alongside a team that feels like family
🚒 Whether you're looking to start your fire service career or bring your experience to a department that values growth, teamwork, and service—this is your opportunity.
📍 Based in Havelock, NC, we’re proud to serve our community with professionalism, pride, and passion.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/havelock?

You can now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and clicking on the "Apply" link! After viewing the Job Description, click the 'Apply' tab. If this is the first time you are applying using our online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Usernam...

05/28/2026

🚒🚑 Babysitter Course Sign-Ups Now Open! 🚑🚒

Havelock Fire-Rescue is hosting the American Red Cross Babysitter’s Course for youth ages 11–16 — a great opportunity to build confidence, learn safety skills, and prepare for real-world responsibility!

🧸 Participants will learn how to:
✅ Care for children safely
✅ Respond to emergencies
✅ Perform basic first aid
✅ Make smart, confident decisions

⸻

📅 Session 1: June 18–19
📅 Session 2: July 16–17
⏰ 0830–1230 (both days)

📍 Location: West End Fire Station
📌 859 Hwy 70 W, Havelock, NC

💲 Cost: $50 per person
⚠️ Limited slots available!

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register today!

Or visit: https://havelocknc.us/352/Red-Cross-Babysitter-Training

05/18/2026

🚑❤️ Happy EMS Week! ❤️🚑

As a combination department, we provide both fire and EMS, answering calls for help at all hours of the day and night. Whether it is a medical emergency, serious trauma, fire response, vehicle accident, or simply someone having the worst day of their life, our crews are there to respond with skill, compassion, and professionalism.

What many people do not see is the amount of work, education, and commitment it takes to become an EMT or paramedic, and even more effort to maintain those credentials year after year.

Our providers complete hundreds to thousands of hours of education, clinical training, testing, continuing education, certifications, scenario training, skills verification, and ongoing competency requirements to continue serving at a high level. Medicine is constantly evolving, and we continually train to stay prepared for the next emergency.

EMS is more than ambulances and sirens. It is critical thinking under pressure, compassionate patient care, teamwork, communication, and a commitment to serving others on some of the hardest days of their lives.

This EMS Week, we are especially proud of our HFR EMS providers and our colleagues who serve our communities across the nation every single day with dedication, professionalism, and compassion.

05/12/2026

Millions of people are experiencing a pre-summer heat wave this week. 🌡️⬆️

With summer around the corner, remind yourself to NEVER leave your child alone in a vehicle — not even in mild conditions!