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In the wake of Hurricane Helene, our Charlotte Fire Swift Water Rescue Team answered the call when Yancey County needed them most. The brave men and women of Charlotte Fire faced overwhelming devastation—flooded homes, washed-out roads, and isolated communities. But through it
When disaster strikes, heroes rise. As Hurricane Helene ravaged Yancey County, our Charlotte Fire Swift Water Rescue Team stood shoulder to shoulder with the community, saving lives, delivering hope, and showing what it truly means to serve. This story captures their bravery,
FIRE SAFETY ALERT! In a 13 hour period, Charlotte Fire responded to two separate house fires caused by unattended burning candles. Both families, from the 11500 block of Planters Estates Dr. and the 5300 block of Magnolia Tree Ln., were displaced. The combined property and
At the request of the North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal and in partnership with the city of Asheville, the Charlotte Fire Department is proud to send our personnel to support structural firefighting efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. With the devastating
CharMeckALERT: Morning Update: Things might get worse before they get better. Residents near shorelines need to STAY ALERT to changing conditions. Flood waters will rise, even without rain.
Water will continue to rise rapidly causing flooding along the shorelines of lakes and