Spring Lake Fire Department

05/20/2026

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05/18/2026

On Saturday, 5/16/2026, C -Shift conducted ropes and knots training which is designed to ensure members are quip with the essential skills needed for effective rope use in firefighting and rescue operations. This training is aligned with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards for firefighter qualifications.

This training is vital for ensuring that members are proficient in using ropes and knots, which enhances their operational safety and effectiveness during emergencies

05/03/2026

On May 3, 2026, C Shift took advantage of the sunny skies to conduct training at the training center. The topic of the training was on rescue drags. There was a few evolutions that involved moving a downed firefighter (or civilian) up a flight of stairs.

Firefighter rescue drag training is a, often, high-stress, hands-on instructional method designed to teach firefighters how to quickly and safely remove a downed, unconscious, or incapacitated firefighter (or civilian) from a hazardous, smoke-filled environment. These training sessions focus on techniques for navigating tight spaces, dealing with zero visibility, and overcoming the physical exhaustion of moving a heavy, fully geared individual.

Core Training Techniques

Downed Firefighter Drags: Specialized maneuvers such as the "push-pull" method, using the Drag Rescue Device (DRD) built into turnout gear, or converting SCBA straps into a harness for towing.

"Dirty" Drags: Rapid, improvised removal techniques used when time is critical and there is no opportunity for careful packaging of the victim.

Leverage and Webbing: Using tools like tubular webbing to create makeshift handles or harness systems to improve efficiency and reduce strain on the rescuer.

04/18/2026

On 4/16/2026, C-Shift spent the morning at the training center getting in forcible entry repetitions.

Forcible entry involves specific techniques that firefighters use to gain access to locked or blocked buildings during emergencies. This skill is crucial for effective emergency response, allowing firefighters to quickly enter structures to save lives and mitigate damage.

These types of repetitions on different techniques are critical for ensuring that firefighters can adapt to different situations and types of locks they may encounter during their operations.

04/10/2026

This month Spring Lake Fire Department began their annual hose testing. Annual fire hose testing is a mandatory yearly safety process required by NFPA 1962 to inspect and hydrostatically test fire hoses for leaks, weak couplings, or damage to ensure they are safe for operational use. It involves applying high-pressure water to identify potential failures.

NFPA 1962 is the standard for care, use, inspection, service testing and replacement of fire hose, couplings, nozzles and fire hose appliances. It lays out timelines for testing and record-keeping, as well.

All fire hose must be service tested before being placed into service, or no later than one year from its date of manufacture. Once in service, department hose should undergo service testing at least annually.

On 4/9/2026, C Shift was out at the training center conducting annual hose testing the LDH (Large Diameter Hose) carried on the two sister Spartan Engines. LDH is a high-volume supply hose, typically 5 inches in diameter, used to transport water from a hydrant to a fire engine, or between engines. Designed for minimal friction loss, so water supply is optimized on major fires.

04/07/2026

All lanes of Bragg Boulevard are currently closed to both northbound and southbound traffic due to downed power lines; drivers are advised to avoid the area.

04/07/2026

Always check your smoke alarms every month. Plan and practice 2 ways out of your home. Have a safe place for everyone to meet at. Get out and stay out.

04/04/2026

Today (4/4/2026) C-Shift took advantage of the beautiful weather to conduct some hose deployment training at the training center. Firefighter hose deployment training focuses on rapid, efficient, and safe handling of hose lines to suppress fires. It includes hands-on drills for packing, carrying, and advancing hose lines, managing kinks, and coordinating water application with team members. This type of training also emphasizes on building muscle memory and improving operational readiness under pressure.

03/29/2026

Due to increased wildfire risk, the N.C. Forest Service has issued a ban on all open burning and has canceled all burning permits statewide effective 6 p.m. Saturday, March 28 until further notice.

Under North Carolina law, the ban prohibits all open burning in the affected counties, regardless of whether a permit was previously issued. The issuance of any new permits has also been suspended until the ban is lifted. Anyone violating the burn ban faces a $100 fine plus $183 court costs. Any person responsible for setting a fire may be liable for any expenses related to extinguishing the fire.

The burn ban does not apply to fires started within 100 feet of an occupied dwelling. The local fire marshal has authority to issue a burn ban within those 100 feet.

Read news release: https://www.ncagr.gov/news/press-releases/2026/03/28/statewide-burn-ban-issued-north-carolina-due-hazardous-forest-fire-conditions