Henry County Fire Rescue

⚠️ Heads up Henry County! ⚠️

A system in the Gulf has a 60% chance of developing, and its moisture is expected to bring us heavy rain Thursday into Friday. Today we’ll see rain and a few storms, and the main concern later this week will be flash flooding, with a lower but possible risk for damaging wind or a brief tornado if bands form ahead of the system. 🌧️

We’re continuing to monitor and will share updates as they come out. Be sure to follow our page and sign up for Regroup alerts so you have more than one way to receive emergency notifications. Stay weather‑aware. 📲

We are keeping our brothers and sisters at Rockdale Fire Rescue in our thoughts and prayers as they navigate the difficult loss of one of their own. Our hearts are with the Rockdale County Fire Rescue family, the responding crews, and the loved ones affected by this tragedy.

Sharing from Chatham County Fire Department

Major stride in advancing first responder safety, worth the read!

Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-GA) introduced Chief Chris Eddy’s Law, a bill directing the Department of Transportation (DOT) to issue regulations requiring placards on all pressurized refrigerated containers following the tragic and avoidable death of Greene County Fire Rescue’s Battalion Chief.
This bill will prevent future loss of life by ensuring all first responders are aware of the presence of these refrigerants before intervening.

“Georgia lost one of our best in an accident that never should have occurred in the first place. While we honor and remember Chief Eddy for his sacrifice and bravery, we must also commit to never allowing this tragedy to be repeated,” said Rep. Carter. “By introducing this bill, we are ensuring those who protect us have the resources and information necessary to do so safely. I thank the local fire departments, including Greene and Chatham counties, for their advocacy, which will make our nation safer and ensure Battalion Chief Chris Eddy’s legacy lives on.”

"Battalion Chief Chris Eddy dedicated his life to protecting others, and this legislation honors his legacy by helping protect future first responders from preventable tragedies. The establishment of universal placarding for refrigerated containers will provide critical hazard information to firefighters, law enforcement officers, and emergency personnel before they take action, allowing them to make informed decisions in dangerous environments," said Rodney Wiggins, Greene County Fire Rescue Chief.

This is a critical first step in shining a light on first responder safety. The bill will have to be marked up by the Transportation and Infrastructure committee. After that, it can be voted on on the House floor. Getting it introduced is a key first step to ensure this legislation is getting recognized.

Citizens Fire Academy is more than a nine-week commitment to learning about the fire department. It’s about building relationships with your community and developing informed citizens who help share our story.

Last night, we proudly graduated 10 members of the Citizens Fire Academy Class of 2026. Among those graduates, one has already begun the hiring process with our department and several others have committed to serving as Citizens Fire Academy Ambassadors.

In the coming months, you’ll see some of these familiar faces volunteering at community events, open houses, and public education programs. When you do, stop by and say hello. They’ve experienced firsthand what it takes to serve Henry County and are excited to help share that knowledge with others.

Congratulations to our graduates and thank you for your commitment to the program and Henry County Fire Rescue! 🚒❤️

Thank you to Chick-fil-A McDonough for sponsoring our Citizen’s Fire Academy graduation night! ❤️

 A huge thank you to Henry County, Georgia Farm Bureau Insurance for serving up lunch to our first responders at the First Responder Luncheon in Henry County!

We truly appreciate your support of the men and women who serve our community each day.

Public Safety Summer Camp 2026!

What an awesome week!
A special thank you to all of our public safety partners and Henry County departments who helped make this week a success. We also want to recognize our incredible Community Risk Reduction Team for their hard work and dedication in planning and leading this program.

Finally, thank you to everyone who generously sponsored lunches throughout the week.