Supply Fire Department

06/04/2026

Please let our crews work safely!

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT 🚨

Due to a motor vehicle crash (10-50) on US Highway 17 North near Cumbee Road, both northbound lanes of Highway 17 are temporarily shut down.

Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area and seek alternate routes if possible. Please use caution and expect delays.

We will provide updates as information becomes available.

06/03/2026

As hurricane season has started (June 1st), it is essential to prepare. If you are aware of someone in need of assistance, consider offering your support. Additionally, it is always a good time to inspect smoke alarms, ensuring you are prepared in case of a power outage. If you require aid, please do not hesitate to contact us, and we will be more than happy to assist.

⚠️ BEFORE THE STORM: Are you really prepared? ⚠️

Most people think about hurricane prep too late. Don't be one of them.

Our website has everything Brunswick County residents need to get ready BEFORE a storm ever forms:

✅ Evacuation routes & zones (Evacuations)
✅ Supply checklists (Resources)
✅ What to do with your pets, medications & important documents (Resources)
✅ How to protect your home (Resources)

Don't wait for a watch or warning to start planning. Do it NOW.

🔗 www.bwc-storm-watch.com

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05/30/2026

Hello, AC season. Before you cool down, make sure your air conditioner is set up safely. Plug window air conditioners directly into a wall outlet.

Many manufacturers do not allow extension cords. If they are allowed, use the proper type and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

For more safety tips: https://nfpa.social/4knYQuX

05/29/2026

Crews have been quite active today. Crews provided assistance to the Bolivia fire department in responding to a working commercial fire, fortunately, it was not a major incident. The crew also responded to a working commercial building fire in Tri Beach. Additionally, the crew made time to visit the students at Virginia Williamson school and organized a water day activity for the kids.

05/29/2026

Please avoid the 2600 block of Stone Chimney Road. Crews are responding to a working fire. Please pull to the right if you see crews responding.

Also a big thank you to boiling spring lakes fire for standing by while our crews worked in tri beach.

Also all crews are back into service.

05/25/2026

"Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it." — Unknown.

05/19/2026

Warm temperatures can quickly rise to dangerous levels — especially in the summer and in parked cars. Stay and don’t underestimate the heat.

⚠️ NEVER leave people or pets alone in a vehicle
💧 Drink plenty of water
👕 Wear loose-fitting, lightweight clothing
🆒 Spend time in air conditioning or shade

weather.gov/safety/heat

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day!

05/03/2026

The North Carolina Forestry has lifted the burn ban for Brunswick County due to recent rain, allowing for burning with a permit and at a distance of more than 100 feet from a structure. However, the County burn ban remains in effect for burning within 100 feet of a structure until further notice. Please exercise caution if you choose to burn.

04/27/2026

Please do not burn. If you see someone burning please call 911. Burn ban is still in effect! Pass along please!

The statewide burn ban remains in effect until further notice despite weekend rain in some areas. Persistent dry weather and increasing rainfall deficits from the last several months have left most of the state needing 10 inches of rain or more.

“While the rainfall we received over the weekend was a welcome sight, it offered little to no relief from widespread drought conditions while being nowhere near enough to reduce our wildfire risk,” said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. “Even the areas that received the heaviest amount of rain will quickly dry out from the sunshine and warmer temperatures. Until we get some additional rain and see more green-up in our forests, holding the burn ban in place statewide is the best option right now.”

While green-up and leaf-out are progressing at normal rate, low soil moisture, dry surface fuels and persistent low humidity are contributing to wildfire activity. For Western North Carolina, excessive forest fuels from Hurricane Helene are more available now than they were in 2025, low water levels in coastal areas have helped produce intense fire behavior where ground fire will likely be a long-term issue, and the Piedmont experienced 87 new wildfire starts over the weekend alone. Extended attack and mop-up efforts will be taxing and long-winded until drought conditions improve.

Read news release: https://bit.ly/497dNht