Forsyth County Fire Division

Forsyth County Fire Division Since 1951 the citizens of Forsyth County, NC have been served by this dedicated and determined prof
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🚨 SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING 🚨NWS Raleigh has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for southern Forsyth County, norther...
06/23/2026

🚨 SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING 🚨

NWS Raleigh has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for southern Forsyth County, northern Davidson County, northwestern Randolph County, and Guilford County valid until 10:30 PM EDT

At 9:48 PM, a severe storm was tracking near Clemmons, moving east at 40 mph, with 60 mph wind gusts capable of damaging roofs, siding, and trees.

Take action now:
⚡ Seek shelter inside a sturdy structure stay away from windows
🌳 Straight-line winds can bring down trees and power lines
🚗 If you're driving, pull over safely until the storm passes
🏠 Secure or bring in loose outdoor items

⚠️ SEVERE WEATHER UPDATE ⚠️Our county has taken a hard hit from today's severe weather. Numerous trees are down across r...
06/22/2026

⚠️ SEVERE WEATHER UPDATE ⚠️

Our county has taken a hard hit from today's severe weather. Numerous trees are down across roadways, and crews are encountering hazards including downed power lines, blocked streets, and storm debris throughout the area.

Multiple fire departments are working diligently alongside county crews to clear roads, mitigate hazards, and respond to calls as quickly and safely as possible. We ask for your patience as our crews work through a high volume of calls.

Please:
🚫 Avoid downed trees and power lines & treat all lines as energized
🚧 Do not drive around barricades or through flooded/blocked roads
📞 Call 911 only for life-threatening emergencies; use non-emergency lines for storm damage reports
🏠 Check on neighbors, especially elderly or those with limited mobility

Stay safe

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads serving their communities and raising their families.Behind every firefighter is a fa...
06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads serving their communities and raising their families.

Behind every firefighter is a family that shares the sacrifice. Missed dinners. Late nights. Holidays at the station. Ball games caught in pieces. Birthday parties joined by phone calls.

Yet somehow, the kids still run to the door when Dad gets home.

Today we celebrate the fathers who answer calls at work and answer questions at home. The ones teaching life lessons between shifts, helping with homework after sleepless nights, and showing their children what service, sacrifice, and commitment look like.

To all the first responder dads, thank you for protecting your communities while building the next generation at home.

Happy Father’s Day.

06/20/2026

When someone is hurt in a place no vehicle can reach, who goes to get them?

We do.

Members of the Clemmons Fire Department, Smith Grove Fire Department, and Forsyth County Fire Division recently trained on rope rescue techniques used to reach, package, and remove patients from difficult locations.

These skills may not be needed every day, but when they are needed, there is no time to learn them.

Training saves time.
Time saves lives.

Special thanks to James Monroe of Skycraft Productions for the aerial footage.

Our personnel don’t just respond to emergencies they prepare for them constantly.This week, crews across Forsyth County ...
06/20/2026

Our personnel don’t just respond to emergencies they prepare for them constantly.

This week, crews across Forsyth County completed training in mass casualty incident’s. Regular training ensures our firefighters maintain proficiency and are prepared to handle the wide variety of incidents they face in the field. This drill joined several agencies across many disciplines together to exercise our skills and build strong relationships because you ever know who’s going to be at your side.

Training is never done. In the fire service, complacency costs lives and our crews take that seriously.

06/19/2026

⚠️ Heads Up, Clemmons: Expect a Tall Flame and Gas Smell Near SW Acres Drive (June 18–26)

Piedmont Natural Gas (a Duke Energy company) is doing routine pipeline maintenance near 5764 SW Acres Drive** through June 26. This involves controlled natural gas flaring and it's normal, not an emergency.

What you'll see/smell/hear:
🔥 A 40-foot flame, visible for miles
🔊 A loud whistling sound
👃 A noticeable natural gas odor

This is expected and being monitored continuously by Piedmont Natural Gas crews, in coordination with our department.

🚫 Please don't call 911 if you see the flame or smell gas in this specific area it's part of the planned, controlled process. Calls tie up dispatchers and can delay response to actual emergencies elsewhere.

If something seems different than described here or you're outside this immediate area and smell gas that's when you should call. For questions, reach our non-emergency line at 336-727-2222.

Thanks for helping us keep 911 lines open for real emergencies. 🚒

June 19th marks the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Texas finally received word that they were free more than two ye...
06/19/2026

June 19th marks the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Texas finally received word that they were free more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. It is a day of remembrance, reflection, and celebration of freedom.

The Forsyth County Fire Division is proud to serve a community as diverse and resilient as ours.

🪖 The job changes you. Anyone who’s worn the gear knows it.The calls stack up. The images don’t always leave. And too of...
06/18/2026

🪖 The job changes you. Anyone who’s worn the gear knows it.

The calls stack up. The images don’t always leave. And too often, we’re better at running into burning buildings than we are at asking for help.

One of our own a former member of the Forsyth County Fire family has stepped up to change that.

The Naked Firefighter Program is a mental health initiative built by and for first responders. What started as a personal struggle in the high-stakes environment of emergency services has evolved into a movement dedicated to breaking the silence sharing personal stories to open hearts and spark healing conversations within the community. 

“True strength lies not in the silence of the uniform, but in the courage to speak through the smoke and heal together.” 

If you or someone you know in the fire service is struggling you are not alone, and there is no shame in reaching out.

👉 Learn more and connect: www.thenakedfirefighterprogram.org

🚒 Every day, firefighters across Forsyth County respond to structure fires, brush fires, vehicle fires, and more.Behind ...
06/17/2026

🚒 Every day, firefighters across Forsyth County respond to structure fires, brush fires, vehicle fires, and more.

Behind every response is hours of training, pre-planning, and teamwork. Our crews train regularly in live fire operations, hose evolutions, ventilation techniques, and rapid intervention — so when the tones drop, they’re ready.

We are proud of the men and women who protect Forsyth County around the clock — 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

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3000 Aviation Drive
Winston-Salem, NC
27105

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(336) 703-2550

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