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Fireworks pose greater danger amid drought, officials warn

Jun 30

Fire officials urge safety as July 4 celebrations approach

Jun 27

NC woman badly burned by sparklers now urges fireworks safety

Fire officials warn that at-home celebrations can put you at a greater risk of injury.

Jul 1

Fire crews monitor and investigate scene of SE Houston fire, HFD says

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State burn ban lifted for all North Carolina counties

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Statewide burn ban issued for North Carolina

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Shaw U. responds to report multiple buildings fail fire inspections

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Eaton and Palisades fire anniversary: How you can help one year later

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How to prevent a house fire during the holiday season

Dec 25, 2025

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Statewide burn ban issued for North Carolina

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After losing home in fire, mother warns others

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Overheated cell phone battery fires on the rise; ways to stay safe

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July 4 in North Carolina: Fireworks, safety tips, state laws explained

Jun 29, 2025

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Jun 28, 2025

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How to use your space heater safely

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Boy Scouts live the oath by teaching Cubs fire-safety lessons

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ABC11 celebrates 21 years of Operation Save-A-Life and Fire Prevention Month

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After losing home in fire, mother warns others to stay vigilant

"Last year we had 38 structures this time of year, we're already up to 33 and a lot of them are preventable."

Dec 9, 2025

Siena Hotel remains closed nearly 4 months after fire, report sheds light on that day

The fire badly damaged the Siena Hotel on East Franklin Street on Aug. 22.

Dec 8, 2025

How to use space heater, fireplace, wood burning stove to heat your home and not burn it down

Here are some fire prevention safety tips for space heaters, fireplaces and other supplemental heating sources.

Dec 8, 2025

Demonstration shows how quickly Christmas tree, decorations can turn into fire tragedy

Fire officials demonstrated just how quickly a Christmas tree and decorations can turn dangerous.

Nov 19, 2025

Sheriff's deputy saves family & dog from Selma home destroyed by fire

A Johnston County Sheriff's Deputy is being praised for his quick thinking that saved the lives of a Selma family after their home caught on fire.

Mar 26, 2025