Enka-Candler Fire & Rescue Dept., Inc.

06/11/2026

Please join us July 1st here at our Main Station.

06/05/2026

‼️ Promotion Announcement ‼️

Enka-Candler Fire & Rescue is proud to announce the promotion of Daniel Holland from Captain to Battalion Chief.

Chief Holland has dedicated many years of service to our department and community, demonstrating outstanding leadership, commitment, and professionalism along the way. We are excited to see him step into this new role and continue making a positive impact on our organization.

Please join us in congratulating Battalion Chief Daniel Holland on this well-deserved promotion 🚨🚒

06/03/2026

🚒 Promotion Announcement 🚒

Enka-Candler Fire & Rescue is proud to announce the promotion of Sampson Hickox to Engineer.

Several members recently completed an extensive testing process, and we were extremely impressed with the knowledge, professionalism, and dedication displayed by all candidates. The future of our department is bright.

Please join us in congratulating Engineer Hickox on this well-deserved promotion! 👏🚒

06/03/2026

Enka-Candler Fire and Rescue will be having a Board of Directors meeting on JUNE 15th at 6:30pm to discuss a loan for an addition to our Station 3. The public is invited to attend for comments. This meeting will be held at our Main Station located at 85 Pisgah Highway.

05/30/2026

05/25/2026

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage, dedication, and selflessness will never be forgotten.

Whether you are spending the day at home, at work, or serving your community, we encourage everyone to take a moment to reflect on the freedoms we enjoy because of those who gave everything to protect them.

From all of us at Enka-Candler Fire & Rescue Department, we thank our fallen heroes and their families for their sacrifice. 🇺🇸

05/24/2026

On July 1, 2026, Battalion Chief Creson will officially step into the role of Deputy Chief — a promotion that reflects not only his years of service, but the leadership, professionalism, and respect he has earned along the way.

Promotions in the fire service are more than a title change — they are a testament to commitment, sacrifice, and trust. We are proud to recognize Chief Creson for all he has contributed over the past 20 years and look forward to the leadership he will continue to provide in this new role.

Congratulations, Deputy Chief Durwood Creson.

05/21/2026

Prepare & Prevent with National Wildfire Awareness Month! With warmer temperatures and dry conditions, now is the time to stay prepared and fire aware. Outdoor burning, campfires, grills, equipment sparks, and even discarded ci******es can quickly lead to dangerous wildfires.

Help protect your community by:
🔥 Checking local burn restrictions before burning
🌲 Keeping yards clear of dry brush and debris
🚫 Never leaving fires unattended
🚬 Properly disposing of smoking materials
🚒 Reporting wildfires immediately

One small spark can quickly become a major wildfire. Follow NC OSFM for more fire prevention tips!

05/19/2026

As high temperatures start creeping in, it’s important to stay hydrated! Drink plenty of water, even if you aren’t thirsty and watch out for signs of heat exhaustion such as heavy sweating, dizziness, and nausea. If you feel it, get to the shade! For more info, visit https://www.readync.gov/extreme-heat