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This morning at 0800 hours, Engine 44 was officially placed in service. With the sound of a single long alert tone, the announcement was made across Charlotte Fire: “Engine 44 is now in service.” Temporarily housed at Firehouse 43, Engine 44 will serve the River District until its permanent home is completed off Dixie River Road. With this addition, Charlotte Fire now proudly operates 44 engine companies—each one a commitment to service, readiness, and protection for our city. To the firefighters riding Engine 44: may your shifts be safe, your response swift, and your service honorable. Watch the moment Engine 44 went in service.

Now in Service: Ladder 45 At 8:00 a.m. this morning, Charlotte Fire officially placed Ladder 45 into service. Housed at Firehouse 15, Ladder 45 becomes the 18th aerial device serving our city—strengthening our ability to protect and respond. Today’s A-Shift crew includes Captain Tackson, Engineer Stallings, and Firefighters Haldeman and Morris. We’re proud to welcome Ladder 45 and wish our crews a long, safe, and impactful journey serving Charlotte. The morning alarm was loud and clear: Ladder 45 is now on duty.

Now in Service: Ladder 45 At 8:00 a.m. this morning, Charlotte Fire officially placed Ladder 45 into service. Housed at Firehouse 15, Ladder 45 becomes the 18th aerial device serving our city—strengthening our ability to protect and respond. Today’s A-Shift crew includes Captain Tackson, Engineer Stallings, and Firefighters Haldeman and Morris. We’re proud to welcome Ladder 45 and wish our crews a long, safe, and impactful journey serving Charlotte. The morning alarm was loud and clear: Ladder 45 is now on duty.

STRUCTURE FIRE UPDATE: At 12:50 a.m., Charlotte Fire received multiple reports of a vehicle fire on the parking deck of an apartment building in the 3500 block of Philemon Ave. Engine 7 arrived on scene at 12:54 a.m. to find a car fully engulfed in flames on the third floor of the parking deck, with fire rapidly spreading to nearby vehicles. Crews moved swiftly to attack the flames and contain the escalating fire. Rescue 11 conducted a search of the area, confirming no victims were inside. Despite firefighters’ quick response, the intense heat and flames damaged a total of 14 vehicles and caused structural damage to the parking deck. The fire was brought under control at 1:35 a.m. The Charlotte Fire Investigation Task Force determined the fire was accidental, originating in the engine compartment of a parked vehicle. Estimated property loss exceeds $170,000. Thankfully, no civilians or firefighters were injured, and no residents were displaced.

Charlotte Fire’s Task Force Three Deploys to Kentucky. Before sunrise, 21 Charlotte firefighters packed their gear, inspected their equipment, and hit the road—heading straight into the heart of a disaster. As historic flooding and freezing temperatures devastate southeastern Kentucky, our team is answering the call to assist in swift water rescues and emergency response. Led by Captain Jerry Rogers, these firefighters leave behind their families and routines to serve those in desperate need. Their mission is clear: to save lives, support overwhelmed first responders, and bring aid to communities in crisis. Read the full story on their deployment and the challenges ahead: https://t.co/leTZTArOLw

This morning, we bid a heartfelt farewell to Charlotte Firehouse 11 as the final crews rolled out one last time. For more than six decades, Firehouse 11 has been a cornerstone of bravery, resilience, and service to our community. Generations of firefighters have answered the call from this firehouse, protecting lives and creating memories within its walls. Today marks the end of an era—but also the beginning of a new chapter. While the building will change, the spirit of Firehouse 11—the camaraderie, the dedication, the unwavering commitment to service—will remain. To the firefighters who’ve called Firehouse 11 home, thank you for your service and sacrifice. To the community it has protected, thank you for your trust and support. And to the legacy of Firehouse 11, it will live on in every life touched and every life saved.