Central Hickory Fire Rescue

09/06/2026

09/03/2026

As the Fire Chief of Central Hickory Fire Rescue, I have had the privilege of witnessing and leading the positive changes in our department over the last 7 years. From responding to 380 calls in 2019 to a staggering 1288 calls for service in 2025, we have seen tremendous growth and development. Our department has expanded from 2 stations to 5 stations, allowing us to better serve our community. The highlight of our growth was obtaining our ALS accreditation in the fall of 2025, a significant accomplishment that has enhanced our capabilities in providing emergency medical services. To further elevate our department, we have 13 of our firefighters in Firefighter 1&2 class, bringing our total number of national certified firefighters to 22. This achievement is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our team, and I am immensely proud of each and every one of them for their commitment to protecting our community. As we look towards the next seven years, I am excited to see the continued growth and progress of Central Hickory Fire Rescue. Together, we will strive towards excellence and ensure the safety and well-being of our community.

09/01/2026

🚒 Central Hickory Fire Rescue August run report. 🚨
August was a busy month with numerous critical calls.
4- Brush Fire
0- Vehicle Fire
2- Structure Fire
115- EMS calls
7- MVAs
8- other water rescue, LZs, Mutual-Aid,automatic alarms

Total for August 136
Year to date in 2026 992

08/03/2026

🚒 Central Hickory Fire Rescue July run report. 🚨

0- Brush Fire
2- Vehicle Fire
1- Structure Fire
104- EMS calls
6- MVAs
21- other water rescue, LZs, Mutual-Aid,automatic alarms

Total for July 134
Year to date in 2026 863

07/27/2026

At around 10:26 am, Central Hickory Fire Rescue received a dispatch call about a vehicle fire in the area of CR 18 and 83 Hwy North. Despite the potential danger of the situation, the firefighters were relieved to find out that the outside temperature was only 97 degrees. They were grateful to Mother Nature for keeping the temperatures below 100 degrees while they were fighting the fire. The scorching heat would have made their job much more difficult and exhausting. The firefighters quickly got to work and were able to successfully put out the fire without any major complications. Please stay safe and keep hydrating!

07/25/2026

This morning, the Central Hickory Firefighters gathered to learn about new rope rescue equipment. This new equipment is not only replacing three other rope rescue devices, but it also has impressive safety features integrated into it. The class was led by one of their own firefighters, Mark Harding. With this new equipment and the training provided by Harding, the Central Hickory Firefighters are better equipped to handle any rope rescue situations that may arise in the future.

07/22/2026

Central Hickory Fire Rescue is pleased to announce some exciting news. Thanks to the generosity of a citizen within our protection area, the department has received a private donation. This donation has enabled us to purchase a 14 foot Inmar rescue boat equipped with a 30hp outboard motor, along with essential gear such as 3 dry suits, helmets, boots, and rescue vests. Additionally, a custom trailer was included to transport the boat to different locations. We are incredibly grateful to this individual for their trust and support in our efforts to protect and serve the community. With this new boat, Central Hickory Fire Rescue now has two boats at their disposal for various water rescue scenarios, providing even better emergency response capabilities for our community. This donation will greatly benefit our department and the people we serve, and we cannot thank this individual enough for their generosity and contribution.

07/21/2026

Only a few seats left. If you are needing your FF I or FF II this is the class for you. Get signed up now!

*****UPDATE CLASS IS FULL******