Welcome to Franklin Fire & Rescue
Proudly Serving the Town of Franklin, North Carolina Since 1911
Mission StatementServing the Town of Franklin, NC
Our mission is to save lives, prevent harm, and protect property – by providing a professional and compassionate team, that strives to exceed the expectations of our community and organization. This mission requires our members to act at all times with Courage, Honor, and Integrity, being focused on “Preserving the Past and Protecting the Future” of those we serve.
Chief BEN ORMONDMeet the Chief
The Town of Franklin is pleased to announce the hiring of its newest Fire Chief, Benjamin Ormond. Ormond began his career in eastern North Carolina with the Pactolus Volunteer Fire Department in Pitt County. As a second-generation firefighter, he transitioned to municipal firefighting with the City of Greenville where he was a founding member of the NC Task Force 10 USAR Team. For the last 16 years of his career his work has spanned the globe.
»2022 ANNUAL REPORT (PDF)
HistoryServing Franklin, NC Since 1911
Franklin Fire & Rescue was formed in 1911 after the completion of the Town of Franklin's first water system. Before 1911 the only form of fire protection in Franklin was a bucket brigade of citizens. The departments first piece of equipment was a hand push cart that carried hose and tools. The department's first motorized piece of equipment was a model T Ford called Ol' Betsy.
Meet Your FiremenMembers of FFR
Franklin Fire & Rescue is comprised of 39 firefighters which are highly trained and dedicated to your safety.
32 of our firefighters are volunteers.
Join UsBecome A Member
You're invited to become a member of Franklin Fire-Rescue in Franklin, NC. Prospective members must reside or work within one mile of the Franklin Fire and Rescue response district or remain within the Franklin Fire and Rescue response district for a significant part of the workday/workweek and be at least 18 years of age.
Summer fire safety tipsBe Fire Smart!
Franklin Fire & Rescue encourages you to keep fire safety in mind when enjoying summer vacations, camping, family reunions, grilling and the Fourth of July.
HEAT SAFETY TIPSFranklin Fire & Rescue
Extreme heat is a period of high heat and humidity with temperatures above 90 degrees for at least two to three days. Extreme heat is responsible for the highest number of annual deaths among all weather-related hazards.
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