Fire Department
For emergencies, dial (919) 840-2111

RDU's firefighters are on duty 24-hours a day, 365-days a year. The department is led by Chief Jimmy Thompson and has three shifts that include a deputy fire chief, a captain, a lieutenant and three fire engineers. This critical department has a range of important responsibilities that include:

• Structural firefighting
• Aircraft rescue and firefighting
• Brush/wildfire suppression
• Vehicle extrication
• Hazardous materials response
• Emergency medical services
• General fire prevention services
• Automobile accident response
  
  

RDU's firefighters are trained as N.C. Emergency Medical Technicians and receive specialized airport training. From fire prevention to firefighting services, RDU firefighters are ready to protect you when you visit RDU. For non-emergencies, RDU Fire Department can be reached at 919-840-2121.