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Multiple fire departments respond to fire at Newton church

3 days ago | dailydispatch.com | Megan Campbell

VIDEO: Newton Volunteer Fire Department along with multiple other fire departments responded to a church fire Saturday evening. The fire happened at the First Assembly of God church in Newton. Burkeville Volunteer Fire Department, Trout Creek Volunteer Fire Department, Bon Wier Volunteer Fire Department, and East End Volunteer Fire all responded to Newton VFD’s call for assistance, according to Burkeville VFD Chief Charles Duckworth.
Brooklyn company launches life-saving gel nationwide: 'Control bleeding almost instantly'

6 days ago | dailydispatch.com | Stephanie Watson

VIDEO: A revolutionary gel that can stop bleeding instantly is being made inside a sterile lab in Brooklyn — and it’s about to go nationwide. Called TraumaGel, the plant-based product was first discovered by a teenager and could soon transform how EMTs and hospitals respond to trauma. But for now, families waiting for an at-home version will have to hold on just a bit longer.
Jasper County Fire Academy receives vital training asset from Hardin County

6 days ago | dailydispatch.com | Megan Campbell

Beech Grove Fire Department is adding a seasoned veteran to its ranks to help train the next generation thanks to a generous donation from Hardin County Emergency Services. Engine 22, a fire truck that faithfully served Hardin County Emergency Services District 2 (ESD 2) for nearly 30 years, is being donated to Jasper County’s growing fire training academy.
Intense house fire melts vinyl siding of 2 neighboring homes in Gwinnett County

1 week ago | dailydispatch.com | Megan Campbell

Gwinnett County firefighters responded to a house fire in Snellville on Tuesday. Firefighters said the fire in the 4100 block of Rosebud Park Drive was so intense that it was melting the vinyl siding of the two neighboring houses. Crews were able to contain the worst of the damage to the original house that caught fire. No one was injured in the fire, but the family did lose one pet. Fire investigators said the cause of the fire is currently undetermined. WSB-TV ABC 2 Atlanta
Electric vehicle catches fire in south Charlotte neighborhood

1 week ago | dailydispatch.com | Megan Campbell

An electric vehicle caught fire at a south Charlotte house early Monday morning, prompting a large response from emergency crews. The car started burning on Normans Landing Drive in the Hamilton Lakes neighborhood around 1:30 a.m. A fire engine and hazardous materials truck were brought out by the Charlotte Fire Department, and at least three Charlotte-Mecklenburg police cars responded to the home. Firefighters appeared to have contained the fire to a small area.
30 agencies called to massive scrapyard fire in Gaston County

1 week ago | dailydispatch.com | Megan Campbell

VIDEO/PHOTOS: A massive scrapyard fire in Gastonia triggered a huge emergency response Monday afternoon, with around 30 agencies called in to help, including some from out-of-state. The blaze broke out around 3:30 p.m. at Metal Recycling Services on Highway 321 between Robinson and Crawford roads. Crews were at the recycling plant for about five hours as plumes of smoke filled the sky.
Council members approve $10 million to replace Fire Station 4 in Greenville

1 week ago | dailydispatch.com | Megan Campbell

VIDEO/PHOTOS: Greenville City Council approved the funds to replace the fire station at the corner of East North Street and Stone Avenue. In Monday night’s city council meeting, council members unanimously approved $10 million to replace Fire Station 4. Officials said the new fire station will be built on Park Avenue, behind the old station on what used to be a park maintenance facility. The building has already been bulldozed and the site cleared. WYFF-TV NBC 4 Greenville
Chatham County Fire Department responds to vehicle fire

1 week ago | dailydispatch.com | Megan Campbell

VIDEO: The Chatham County Fire Department shared video of a vehicle fire that happened Monday afternoon. The department posted the video on its Facebook page. Crews said they arrived at Ogeechee Road and Chevis Road and there was a truck in flames. Thankfully, no injuries were reported. WTOC-TV CBS 11 Savannah
Orange County appoints Anthony Rios as new fire chief

1 week ago | dailydispatch.com | Megan Campbell

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings has appointed Anthony Rios to lead the Orange County Fire Rescue Department. Rios is a 24-year veteran of the department, having joined in November 2000 as a firefighter/paramedic. He most recently served as deputy fire chief of administration under the outgoing Chief James Fitzgerald. “I have full confidence that Chief Rios will fulfill his new role with the same unwavering commitment to public service that has defined his career,” said Mayor Demings.
Mobile Fire-Rescue confirms death of firefighter in crash

1 week ago | dailydispatch.com | Megan Campbell

VIDEO: The Mobile Fire-Rescue Department announced the death of one of its own — Fire Service Driver Marcine Crawford Jr., who was killed in a motorcycle wreck Sunday near Wilmer: “The Mobile Fire-Rescue Department (MFRD) is deeply saddened to announce the death of Fire Service Driver Marcine Crawford Jr., who served at Seelhorst Station as a Driver for Engine 7 on B Shift. He tragically lost his life in a motorcycle accident on Sunday, April 13, 2025, near Wilmer, Alabama.