Fire hydrants have been around for about 180 years and have dramatically enhanced firefighting capabilities. They have become so prevalent that he only time many people notice them is when they are ...

Chief Robert Bertram reported significant progress on resolving the hydrant issues that were a major concern in 2025 during the PFPD’s May 4 meeting.

GREENEVERS, Duplin County — The Greenevers Volunteer Fire Department held a training session on May 18 focused on ...

A recycling system capable of simulating a free-flowing fire hose — without wasting water — is now part of the Riverside Fire Department’s arsenal. “Pump Pod is a closed system, which recaptures and ...

A Franklin County fire department warned residents Tuesday they may be left without reliable fire protection after the borough’s water authority told fire crews they can no longer use hydrants. The ...