MEDIA RELEASE - GFR and Greenville Mall will be conducting a simulated live emergency scenario training exercise at the Greenville Mall on Monday, December 4th. facebook.com/photo/?fbid=73…

If you have a live Christmas tree in your home, remember to water it every day to keep it from getting dry! Also, keep your tree away from any heat sources to avoid fire hazards. For more fire safety tips to help you celebrate the holidays safely, visit: ncosfm.gov/community-risk…

GFR held a joint training exercise with the Greenville Mall to simulate a structure fire within the mall. Participants from both organizations conducted a simulated real world environment to evaluate capabilities, plans, systems and processes. #GFR #greenvillefirerescue

Most home fires happen during the winter months. Over 200 fires per year start with Christmas trees. Be careful with holiday decorations and candles. And make sure your smoke alarms are working! For more fire safety tips for the cold weather ahead, visit: ncosfm.gov/community-risk…

It’s tree-mendous fun putting up a holiday tree and decorating but be fire safe while celebrating. Make sure your 🎄tree is at least 3 feet away from heat sources. Watch the 🎥video for more #HolidaySafety tips. youtube.com/watch?v=ixPiiw…

Effective immediately, GFR will be assisting the community with car seat installation by appointment only. GFR will begin having a monthly clinic with dedicated time spots for anyone in the community interested in having education provided on how to properly install a car seat.

Winter Weather Preparedness Week continues! Plans for colder weather need to include not only you but your pets as well. Be sure to follow these tips to keep your furry friends safe. #ncwx

Hosting overnight guests for the holidays? Be sure to discuss your fire escape plan with them. For more winter fire safety: nfpa.social/4p9V50QhvO8 #winterfiresafety

This week GFR crews have been completing a flashover training simulation with the GFR training division. Not all fires progress to flashover, but every fire has flashover potential. Recognizing the signs and conditions for a flashover can save a firefighter's life. #GFR

Greenville Fire/Rescue employees went on a shopping spree this week for the Pitt County Operation Santa Claus. We are excited to help make a difference in our community for the holidays. More toy drive photos to come! 🎅🎄 #RESCUEChristmas #greenvillefirerescue #GFR

Always unplug your #Christmas tree lights before going to bed or leaving your home. 🎄🎄🎄🎄 #WinterFireSafety #HolidayFireSafety

We are truly amazed at the amount of community support and donations we received this year for Operation Santa Claus. A special thank you to everyone who donated to help RESCUE Christmas for children in need. Please enjoy the photos of the toy distribution day. #RescueChristmas

Unplug all decorative lights before leaving your home or going to bed. #12daysofchristmas

It is RESCUE WEEK for Academy 19! Earlier this week, Greenville Fire/Rescue Academy 19 trainees completed their training using the Truck 1 Genesis Rescue Systems Extrication Tools. #greenvillefirerescue #GFR #JoinGFR #Academy19 #FireAcademy #FireAcademyTraining

If you're planning to have family and friends over for Christmas, please be safe while cooking! Most home fires around the holidays happen in the kitchen. Remember to always keep an eye on what you're cooking. Be safe and have a Merry Christmas. MORE: ncosfm.gov/community-risk…

A public input meeting for our Specialized Fire Training Facility will be held at St. Peter’s Church on September 18th, 6pm. Community members are encouraged to attend and give feedback!

Beginning tomorrow, we will be collecting the items listed below at Ignite Church for those affected by Hurricane Helene. Join us in making a difference by supporting this supply drive!

Join Greenville Fire/Rescue, Inner Banks Media, and The Salvation Army of Greenville, NC on Thursday, December 5th from 6AM to 1PM for the Operation Santa Claus Radiothon! This event will be located at Bake My Day - Greenville, NC at 2803 Evans Street Greenville, NC.