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 |