City of Kinston Engineer (Fire Department) Salary: $42,251.68-$58,869.60
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On Tuesday, April 12, all eleven volunteer fire departments will conduct a training water haul and tanker fill operation. The event will be held on Beaman Old Creek Rd. and the hydrant closest to Hwy 91 N will be utilized. Residents may notice some discolored water briefly. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Emergency crews responded to a late-night structure fire along Sharon Church Road in Grifton. According to Capt. Frank White with Hugo Volunteer Fire & Rescue, “We had a firetruck rollover while responding to a structure fire just off Hwy 11. The firetruck rolled up on its side and into the ditch. We had two personnel on the truck. They’ve both been treated and have been sent to UNC Lenoir [Health Care].”
According to UNC Lenoir Health Care, both firefighters have been treated and released.
“The new rig is expected to serve our community for more than 20 years and will replace an aging Pierce Saber Engine that has been in service since 1998,” said Brian Wade, North Lenoir Fire & Rescue Chief.
North Lenoir Engine 2 will respond out of North Lenoir Station 2 on Hwy 258 North.
Students from North Lenoir, South Lenoir and Kinston high schools visited area businesses and organizations to learn more about careers.
Jones said all storm preparations should be completed by Thursday. He advised that from Thursday onward, people needed to be able to be self-sufficient for at least five days. Anyone not able to accomplish this is advised to go to a shelter.
DEWD from the Down East Wood Ducks prepares for the next homestand and has a bit of an emergency. Never fear though because the incredible professionals at Lenoir County Emergency Services and Kinston Department of Fire and Rescue are here to lend a helping hand to keep him "safe and sound".
North Lenoir Fire and Rescue recently received several advanced rescue certifications from the North Carolina Association of Rescue and EMS and established a rescue team.
‘Just because you have homeowner’s insurance doesn’t mean flooding is covered’ — Lenoir County Emergency Services Director Roger Dail
Firefighters from around Kinston and Lenoir County gathered at the Emergency Services Banquet on April 26, to honor and recognize the Distinguished Service Award and Firefighter of the Year recipients.