On Wednesday, ten firefighters from Moore County deployed to Polk County, North Carolina, to assist with the Black Cove Wildfire Complex at the request of the North Carolina Office of the State Fire Marshal, Forestry Service, and Emergency Management.

Their primary mission is structural protection and water supply. The team is working around the clock, with firefighters split into two shifts—one working during the day and the other at night—while their fire apparatus remains in service 24/7.

Firefighters from the following departments are part of this deployment:
Carthage Fire Department
Cypress Pointe Fire/Rescue
Pinehurst Fire Department
Southern Pines Fire Department
West End Fire Department
Whispering Pines Fire Department

Please keep these brave firefighters in your thoughts and prayers as they work tirelessly to protect lives and property.
Stay safe and thank you for your service! 🔥🙏 #Firefighters #WildfireResponse #StaySafe