Official page of the Chapel Hill Fire Department These heavy rescue type teams are especially trained and equipped for major disasters.
The Chapel Hill Fire Department (CHFD) provides fire protection, basic rescue and first responder medical services to the Town of Chapel Hill and the University of North Carolina, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The department operates from 5 fire stations located strategically across the community and staffed by 93 employees. We respond to over 4000 incidents each year ranging from house fires a
06/17/2026
Our team at Chapel Hill Fire Rescue partners with Safe Kids Orange County to promote education and awareness of safe car seat use.
Providing a properly selected and installed child restraint is the best way to protect your young loved ones in car crashes.
Our child safety seat check clinics are free, and no appointment is necessary! More information about the program can be found through the link in the comments.
06/12/2026
Heat safety tips and places that people can go to cool down in Orange County can be found in the link in the comments.
06/09/2026
We took part in Smoke Alarm Saturday in some neighborhoods along Honeysuckle Drive to educate people about their importance in our homes.
Here are some safety tips to keep in mind to protect you and your loved ones.
• Install smoke alarms on every level of your home and inside/near all sleeping areas.
• Replace alarms that are 10+ years old (manufacture date is on the back).
• Replace batteries once a year and avoid using rechargeable batteries.
06/05/2026
There is still time to sign up and be a part of Camp Ignite Chapel Hill! The camp is completely free for young women in grades 8-12.
If you want to broaden your skills, Camp Ignite is a great place to do just that. Get more details and sign up today at https://ecs.page.link/nr5nZ
06/03/2026
Summer interns like Desiree get to spend time with teams across the organization to learn how different departments operate. This week, she joined one of our crews for a ride-along and their formal department photos.
05/27/2026
We recently had the fantastic opportunity to speak at Rashkis Elementary to talk with 2nd graders about being 🚒firefighters🚒 and how the equipment works to help keep our community safe!
05/22/2026
☀️🥵 Make sure you and your loved ones know how to protect yourselves during hot weather. Our Fire Inspector and Educator Mike Miller stopped by WCHL and Chapelboro.com to share everyday tips. Listen at the link in the comments!
05/20/2026
Seawell School Road Closed as Firefighters Respond to Brush Fire Seawell School Road is closed between the entrance to Seawell Elementary School and Hanover Place as Chapel Hill Fire Rescue responds to a brush fire in a wooded area south of the elementary school.