Hemby Bridge Fire Department

08/22/2026

This family story shows the importance of having a CO alarm. Carbon monoxide is colorless, odorless, and potentially deadly. A working CO alarm can save your life.

08/22/2026

Teamwork Made the Dream Work!

Hemby Bridge Fire Department was proud to join Safe Kids Union County and several community partners at the Union County Human Services Community Baby Shower. Our Child Passenger Safety Technicians helped staff the car seat safety check station, ensuring families had the information they need to travel safely.

Remember, a properly installed car seat and a correctly secured child can make all the difference. And with summer temperatures still here, never leave a child unattended in a vehicle even for a minute.

We’re at the Union County Human Services Center today for the Community Baby Shower Event!
Whether you’re expecting a little one or already have a child, stop by and see us for important child passenger safety information and to have your car seat checked by a trained technician.
A properly installed car seat can make all the difference. We’re here to help make sure your child is riding safe, secure, and correctly every trip! Come by, ask questions, get your seat checked, and help us keep Union County’s smallest passengers safe! 💙

08/21/2026

Storms this afternoon may produce damaging winds, particularly in the pink area on this map. Torrential rainfall could possibly lead to localized flooding, esp. in Union County NC. Don't drive through flooded roadways.

08/20/2026

We appreciate the important work of the Union County Fire Marshal’s Office and all those who work year-round to make our schools safer. From keeping exits clear and taking fire drills seriously to reporting hazards and teaching our children what to do in an emergency, everyone has a role.

08/11/2026

08/08/2026

Great message about distracted driving! 🚗

08/06/2026

A nice day outside means another opportunity to sharpen skills. Today some of our Driver Operators and Driver Operator Trainees spent time completing pump operation check-offs. Understanding the science behind moving water from the engine to the firefighters on the nozzle requires focus and practice. From establishing water supplies to calculating friction loss, pump discharge pressure, and elevation changes, there's much more to pumping than turning a few valves. Every decision made at the pump directly affects the crews operating the hose line.

08/03/2026

07/31/2026

☀️ We're at Southstone today ☀️

Hemby Bridge Fire Department is spending the morning at the Southstone Community sharing important pool safety information to help keep everyone safe!

If you're in the neighborhood, come by and visit us:

🛟 Pool safety education for families
❤️ Hands-Only CPR demonstrations
🎉 Kids activities
🎁 Safety giveaways

Whether you're a parent, grandparent, or young swimmer, there's something for everyone to learn. A few minutes spent learning today could make all the difference in an emergency tomorrow.

07/28/2026

This afternoon, Engine 231 responded to a report of a gas leak in the 1600blk of Emerald Lake Dr.
after an underground natural gas line was accidentally struck by contractors working in the area. Upon arrival, crews confirmed the damaged gas line and, as a precaution, deployed a protection line while awaiting the arrival of Piedmont Natural Gas. Firefighters remained on scene until the leak was safely controlled.

A Friendly Safety Reminder
🚨⚠️🚨 When you encounter emergency vehicles operating in or along the roadway, please slow down, stay alert, and follow the directions of emergency personnel.
🚨⚠️🚨 Never drive over a fire hose. Driving over them can damage the hose, and create an unnecessary hazard for both responders and the public.

Your patience and cooperation help us operate safely and efficiently while serving our community.