High Point Firefighters Association

🚨 EXTREME HEAT ALERT 🚨

High temperatures and dangerous heat are expected to move into our area beginning Thursday and continuing through the July 4th holiday weekend.

Forecast highs are expected to reach the upper 90s to near 100°F by Friday and remain dangerously hot through the weekend. Heat impacts are expected to range from MAJOR to EXTREME, increasing the risk of heat-related illnesses for anyone spending extended time outdoors without proper hydration or cooling.

⚠️ Please plan ahead for the heat:
💧 Drink plenty of water throughout the day—even if you don’t feel thirsty.
🏠 Stay indoors or in air-conditioned spaces during the hottest part of the day whenever possible.
👵 Check on elderly family members, neighbors, young children, and others who may be more vulnerable to extreme heat.
🐶 Don’t forget your pets—provide fresh water and shade, and never leave children or animals in a parked vehicle.
🌙 Overnight temperatures will remain warm, providing little relief from the heat.

If you’re spending time outdoors for work, recreation, or holiday celebrations, take frequent breaks, wear lightweight clothing, and know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

As you prepare for the week and holiday weekend, please consider the extreme heat when planning activities and be mindful of these conditions during any emergency situations.

Stay safe, stay hydrated, and have a safe Independence Day weekend!

What truly makes the City of Greensboro Fire Department a world-class organization and Professional Fire Fighters of Greensboro top notch firefighters? Their drive to be the best, and a governmental and organizational structure that supports and invests in them! Keep moving forward!

🔥 Professional Fire Fighters of Greensboro Local 947 have secured important public safety investments in the city’s newly adopted FY 2026-27 budget.

This hard-earned victory includes several investments that will strengthen emergency response capabilities and help meet the needs of a growing community, including:

✅ Increasing funding for fire protection and preparedness
✅ Implementing a Special Separation Allowance for Greensboro fire fighters
✅ Expanding support for Greensboro’s Behavioral Health Response Team

Congratulations Local 947! 💪