Firefighters

The Wendell complex will have live fires, a hazardous materials ditch, and liquid petroleum training pad. It will be open to new and veteran firefighters.

Researchers are using what’s known as “sweaty manikins” to test clothing for women working in the military and fire departments.

With alluring warm weather and blooming plants, March marks the start of North Carolina’s spring wildfire season.

Fayetteville Firefighters will have access to certain medication to expand its lifesaving services, including Tylenol.

One year later, a WFDD investigation has revealed that only $241,000 was distributed to just 656 residents. And ESR was paid $100,000 to do it.

A researcher urges caution as the fire service looks to reduce cancer risk from PFAS.

The legislation being implemented starting on Thursday creates new felony crimes for setting fire to a prison, an occupied commercial structure and an unoccupied commercial structure. Another law orders more serious felonies for high-priced organized thefts at retailers.

Wake County commissioners approved the efforts this year, using the county’s share of the American Rescue Plan Act.

Frisco’s fire department hasn’t said what caused the fire that destroyed the “Frisco UFO,” also known as the Frisco Futuro House.

The Winston-Salem Journal reports that the North Carolina Department of Labor levied $5,600 in fines on Winston Weaver Co. based on information from interviews with company employees.