NC State Firefighters' Association

10/22/2026

Thank you to NCSFA 1st Vice President Todd McMurry, Chief of Polkville Volunteer Fire Department, for sharing our fourth quarter report at tonight’s Western Association meeting, and to Green Hill Fire Department in Rutherford County for hosting.

Todd shared updates on SAFRE 2027 and reminded departments that roster certification begins December 1.

He also shared the critical Relief Fund Reporting reminder: Departments must submit their financial report and supporting bank statements by October 31. Please make sure your treasurer has completed both requirements.

Read the full report:https://ncsfa.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/2026-4th-Quarter-Report-1-2.pdf

10/16/2026

🚨 ALERT - ALERT - ALERT - 🚨

🚒 ADDRESS CORRECTION – 4TH QUARTER WESTERN NC FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION MEETING 🚒

Please note the CORRECT LOCATION for the 4th Quarter Western NC Firefighters Association Meeting!

📍 Green Hill Fire Department
STATION #2 (NOT St 1)
643 Mountain Creek Road
Rutherfordton, NC 28139

📢 Please update your plans and share this correction with your fellow firefighters and departments to help ensure everyone arrives at the right location!

We look forward to seeing everyone there! Stay safe, and we’ll see you soon! 🚒🔥

10/16/2026

What an incredible honor for Quentin Cash, NCSFA Past President and North Carolina’s fire service representative on the National Volunteer Fire Council! Quentin was invited to attend a special luncheon in the White House Rose Garden with President Donald Trump honoring our nation’s first responders.

During the event, President Trump was presented with a special fire helmet and shield as a token of appreciation for his support in securing occupational cancer coverage under the Public Safety Officers’ Benefits program. This important recognition helps ensure that firefighters and their families receive the benefits they deserve when occupational cancer results in a line-of-duty death or disability.

We are proud to have Quentin representing North Carolina’s fire service at the national level and grateful for his continued dedication to firefighters across our state and nation.

10/12/2026

Funeral arrangements for Durham Fire Department Firefighter Andrew Brokes.

Our hearts are heavy with this loss. Keep his family and friends in your thoughts and prayers.

Our beloved firefighter, son, and brother, Andrew Brokes, will be put to rest this upcoming weekend at his hometown in Burlington, NC.

The family will be holding a visitation on Friday, October 16 beginning at 4PM at the Lamb’s Chapel. The funeral service will be held the following day at 4PM.

The public is welcome to join as we remember the life of one of Durham’s Bravest.

10/09/2026

We are saddened by the line-of-duty death of Durham Firefighter Andrew Brokes. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family, friends, fellow firefighters, and the entire Durham community.

Firefighter Brokes also served with the Efland, Elon, and Swepsonville fire departments during his years of service. Our thoughts and prayers are with his fire service family in each of those communities, as well as the two firefighters injured in the incident as they recover.

Firefighter Brokes served with courage, dedication, and honor, and we will never forget his sacrifice. Flags across the state will be flown at half-staff in his honor.

We will share information about the funeral services for Firefighter Brokes as it becomes available.

10/02/2026

National Volunteer Fire Council members, apply by October 30th at 12pm ET

🔥 Applications are now open for the October Ricochet PPE Award Program!

Eligible volunteer fire departments can apply for the chance to receive Ricochet Wildland + Technical Rescue Dual-Cert Gear, designed to provide lightweight, versatile protection across multiple types of response. The gear is NFPA 1977 and 1951 compliant and features a lightweight, single-layer design without a moisture barrier.

To be eligible, departments must:
✔️ Be more than 50% volunteer
✔️ Serve a population of 25,000 or less
✔️ Have at least one active NVFC member
✔️ Respond annually to wildfires, including grassfires and brushfires
✔️ Provide emergency medical and/or rescue services
✔️ Meet all program eligibility requirements

Application period closes October 30 at noon ET.

👉 Learn more and apply: www.nvfc.org/ricochet

09/25/2026

Congratulations on 50 years of service, Chief Haithcock!

Five decades of dedication, commitment, and service to your community and the fire service is truly something to be proud of. Your leadership, experience, and willingness to serve have undoubtedly made a lasting impact on countless lives and the fire service along the way.

This month marks 50 years since Pete Haithcock joined Franklin Fire & Rescue.

Pete came on in 1976 and later served as Franklin’s first full time fire chief. When his time as chief ended, he stayed with the department as a volunteer. He is still an active member today.

Some of our firefighters have known Pete as their chief. Others have only ever known him as the guy who keeps showing up and helping out. We’re grateful for all 50 years, Pete, and glad we still get to serve alongside you.

If you have a story about Pete, we’d love to read it in the comments. If you have a photo of him from his younger days, please share it too. We’d especially love to see those early years.

09/16/2026

First responders are there for others on their hardest days—but taking care of your own wellbeing matters, too.

Join the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) National Volunteer Fire Council for The Power of Hope: Strengthening Resilience and Wellbeing in First Responders, hosted by Roper Volunteer Fire Department.

This course focuses on strengthening resilience, supporting mental wellbeing, and providing first responders with tools to navigate the challenges that come with serving their communities.

📅 November 10, 2026
⏰ 6:00–10:00 PM ET
📍 Roper Volunteer Fire Department
410 NC Hwy 32
Roper, NC 27970
👨‍🏫 Instructor: Dave Lewis

Register here: https://nvfc.wufoo.com/forms/x1oy553w1ucczs1/

09/11/2026

Twenty-five years later, the fire service still continues to feel the impact of September 11, 2001.

For those who served that day, those who watched from firehouses across the country, and those who joined the fire service in the years that followed, 9/11 forever changed what it means to answer the call.

As we mark the 25th anniversary, members of the NCSFA Board of Directors reflect on where they were that day and how September 11th shaped the fire service we know today.

We remember the 343 firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice, the first responders who answered without hesitation, and all those whose lives were forever changed.

The courage, sacrifice, and commitment to others remain a part of the fire service today.

We Will Never Forget. ❤

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