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What's Data Got to Do with It? A Lot!
Andrea Saravitz is a data and strategy analyst for the Raleigh Fire Department.
Where should the Raleigh Fire Department locate fire stations over the next 10 years to minimize response times? Where should it deploy the most fire trucks? What areas of the City should RFD target in its next smoke alarm campaign? Andrea Saravitz with the Raleigh Fire Department can help answer these questions.
Battle of the Badges: RFD and RPD Face off on the Ice
The Raleigh Fire Department will compete against the Raleigh Police Department in a friendly ice hockey match! The free event will take place at the Lenovo Center on April 1, at 7 p.m.
The public is invited to attend, and all proceeds will benefit RPD Officer Gillick, who was injured in an officer-involved shooting in January.
Spring Is Severe Weather Season - Be Prepared!
Spring is severe weather season, and Raleigh is no stranger to storms and their impacts. The ingredients that go into spring storms can make them particularly strong and dangerous. Those include strong winds, frequent lightning strikes, and even tornadoes.
Here are three recommendations to prepare you, your family, and your community for severe weather!
Ask the Fire Chief
Raleigh Fire Chief Herbert Griffin
Fire Chief Herbert Griffin answers your questions about the Raleigh Fire Department and fire service in general. Just ask!
For this edition, he answers the question: "Why is it important to have a home escape plan and how can I make one?"
Submit your question to Chief Griffin by visiting the Ask the Fire Chief webpage.
Keeping Score: Q4 2024 Fire Statistics
Statistics help the Raleigh Fire Department focus its efforts on geographical areas that may have a specific public safety need.
At the end of last year, the number of fires increased significantly compared to the previous quarter – by 36 percent. Learn why and what types of fires surged.
Retirements and Promotions
These Raleigh Fire Department members retired or received a promotion within the past few months – congratulations! See who they are!