A Professional Combination Organization
Northern Wake
Fire Department
Serving Northern Wake County, NC and surrounding communities with both career and volunteer members
Our calling
Protecting the residents & visitors ofย Northern Wake County
The Northern Wake Fire Department is located in northern Wake County near Raleigh, NC.ย Our professional firefighters consist of both volunteer and career members.ย We are uniquely qualified and trained to provide the highest level of emergency services available to our community.
Fire Suppression
Property Protection
Our highly-trained personnel are proficient in modern firefighting techniques.ย NWFD is an ISO Public Protection Class 3 rated department.
Community
Risk Reduction Education
We offer programs for the community, which help prevent and mitigate the loss of life and property. Learn More โ
Medical Response
Emergency Medical Technicians
Our certified First Responders and EMTs respond with Wake County EMS to life-threatening medical calls.
Rescue
Urban Response
From motor vehicle accidents to water rescue incidents, our team is ready.
Training
Continuing Education
Every day is training day at the Northern Wake Fire Department.
First Responders
All Hazards Response
Northern Wake Fire Department personnel are dedicated to mitigating all incidents no matter the size.
Ordinary Citizens stepping up to serve
Both career and volunteer members of the Northern Wake Fire Department are trained in a wide variety of hazard responses.
Learn more about what we do
We do more than just put out fire. Learn about our rich fire history, how we reduce risk within our community, and all about the members who serve the citizens of the Northern Wake fire district.
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Northern Wake Fire Department
(opens in a new tab)The Northern Wake Fire Department, a professional combination organization, serves Northern Wake County and its surrounding communities from 5 strategically placed fire stations, ensuring swift and efficient emergency response and community safety.
๐ฅ Northern Wake Fire Department Announces New Assistant Chief of Career Services ๐ฅThe Northern Wake Fire Department is proud to announce the appointment of Roger โCodyโ Dail as our new Assistant Chief of Career Services, effective November 2, 2026.Chief Dail brings nearly two decades of emergency services experience and a strong commitment to serving the citizens of Wake County and surrounding communities. Throughout his career, he has served with Back Swamp Volunteer Fire Department, Nine Mile Rescue & EMS, Orange County Emergency Management, Wake County EMS, and Durham Highway Fire Department, where he most recently held the rank of Captain.In addition to his distinguished service throughout the region, Cody has been a valued member of the Northern Wake Fire Department family for the past five years as a part-time Fire Engineer. His knowledge of our organization, our personnel, and the communities we serve provides a unique foundation for success in this new leadership role.Chief Dail holds an Associate of Applied Science in Emergency Management from Wayne Community College and a Bachelor of Science in Emergency & Disaster Management from Western Carolina University.As Assistant Chief of Career Services, he will provide leadership and oversight to our Career Battalion Chiefs while managing key organizational programs including records management systems, department safety initiatives, and community risk reduction efforts.Codyโs diverse background, proven leadership, and dedication to public service make him an outstanding addition to our executive leadership team. We are confident he will play an integral role in strengthening our organization and advancing our mission to serve the Northern Wake community.Please join us in congratulating Chief Dail on this well-deserved appointment and wishing him success as he begins this new chapter of service and leadership.๐ Congratulations, Chief Dail!#NorthernWakeFireDepartment #Leadership #PublicSafety #FireService #CommunityFirst #ServingAStrongerTomorrow ๐๐ฅ
We will be conducting a second round of application review for Master Firefighter and Firefighter Friday September 25th. Please get your applications in the be part of this next round of hiring.๐ NOW HIRING | Join the Northern Wake Fire Department TeamDue to continued growth and the opening of Fire House 5, Northern Wake Fire Department is expanding and seeking dedicated professionals to join our team.Weโre currently accepting applications for:โ
Firefighterโ
Master Firefighterโ
EngineerAt Northern Wake, youโll find more than a job. Youโll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional service, supporting one another, and continually growing as fire service professionals.What We Offer: Competitive pay and benefitsLocal Government Employees Retirement (pension)401k (5% Non-Matching Contribution) FMLAPaid Employee Health, Vision and Dental InsuranceAccident and Sickness InsuranceSupplemental Retirement Program through Relief Fund. Modern apparatus and equipmentOpportunities for advancementProgressive training and professional developmentA strong culture built on service, integrity, and teamwork๐
Open Until Filled๐
First Application Review: September 2, 2026๐
Second Application Review: September 25th, 2026If youโre looking for a place where you can make a difference, build your career, and help shape the future of a growing organization, we want to hear from you.Serve With Purpose. Lead With Integrity. Grow With Us.Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit northernwakefire.org/employment/#NorthernWakeFire #NowHiring #FirefighterJobs #EngineerJobs #MasterFirefighter #FireServiceCareers #WakeCounty #JoinOurTeam #ServeWithPurpose #FireHouse5
๐ Mark Your Calendars! ๐The Northern Wake Fire Auxiliary's Fall Festival is scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2026, and we hope you'll come out and join us for a great day of fun, fellowship, and community support!Our Auxiliary is made up of an incredible group of dedicated volunteers who work tirelessly behind the scenes to support the Northern Wake Fire Department and the firefighters who serve this community every day. Whether it's helping with special events, supporting our members and their families, or providing resources that enhance our department, they are always there when needed.The truth is, they can only support us if you support them. The funds they raise help fill important gaps that traditional funding sources cannot always cover, allowing them to continue making a meaningful difference for our firefighters and our organization.Simply put, without the unwavering support of our Auxiliary and this community, Northern Wake Fire Department would not be where it is today.Thank you in advance for supporting this amazing organization. We look forward to seeing you on October 17th!โค๏ธ๐ Supporting Those Who #northernwakefiredepartmente#northernwakefireauxiliaryk#FallFestival2026a#CommunityStrongC#SupportYOURFirefightersourFirefighters๐๐Pumpkins will be here soon!! Mark your calendars and be sure to come see us at the Fall Festival!!! ๐๐
Yesterday, on the 25th anniversary of 9/11, members of the Northern Wake Fire Department joined the Wake County Sheriffโs Office and Wake County EMS in sharing a memorial announcement over the Raleigh-Wake 911 communications system.Twenty-five years later, many of us still remember exactly where we were when we learned of the attacks. While time has passed, it is our responsibility to ensure future generations understand just how pivotal that day was in our nationโs history and the profound impact it had on America, the fire service, law enforcement, EMS, and our communities.We take part in these moments of remembrance to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice, recognize the bravery and resilience displayed in the face of tragedy, and ensure that the lessons and legacy of September 11, 2001, are never forgotten.
๐ New Resource Available for Insurance Professionals ๐The Northern Wake Fire Department would like to share a valuable tool developed for insurance agents, underwriters, and others who may need fire protection information for insurance-related purposes.The Wake County Fire Protection Lookup App provides a convenient way to view fire protection information and estimate fire hydrant distances when quoting fire insurance policies.๐ Access the tool here:Wake County Fire Protection Lookup Appwake.gov/fireprotectionPlease note that this resource is intended for informational and insurance quoting purposes only. Users should review all disclaimers contained within the application and verify information through the appropriate sources when necessary. The site specifically notes that fire protection service areas and ISO ratings should be confirmed through the N.C. Office of State Fire Marshal. FS Fire Protection Lookup AppWe appreciate Wake Countyโs efforts to make this information more accessible and hope this resource proves helpful to our insurance industry partners and community members.#NorthernWakeFire #FireProtection #WakeCounty #CommunityPartners #InsuranceResources
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Station 1
11713 Six Forks Rd.
Raleigh, NC 27614
919-847-3858
Raleigh, NC 27614
919-847-3858
Station 2
7045 Stony Hill Rd
Wake Forest, NC 27587
919-562-6425
Wake Forest, NC 27587
919-562-6425
Station 3
13116 Norwood Rd.
Raleigh, NC 27614
919-848-7954
Raleigh, NC 27614
919-848-7954
Station 4
15633 New Light Road
Wake Forest, NC 27587
919-528-9675
Wake Forest, NC 27587
919-528-9675
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