Tractor Trailer Fire
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 2:42 PM
High Point Fire responded to a report of a tractor-trailer fire on Flint Ridge Church Road. Engine 41 arrived to find a trailer loaded with hay burning beneath a power line. The driver had successfully pulled the tractor away before the fire could spread to the cab.
Extrication Training
Monday, April 6, 2026, at 7:00 PM
High Point Fire conducted its monthly vehicle extrication training at Carolina Scrap. This month’s scenario simulated a severe side-impact collision with significant intrusion into the driver’s compartment.
Vehicle Fire
Sunday, April 5, 2026, 8:28 PM
High Point Fire District responded to a vehicle fire on Providence Church Road.
Engine 51 arrived to find an SUV with fire involving the engine compartment and front passenger area. Crews operated Engine 51’s deck gun to knock down the main body of the fire, then advanced a handline from Engine 51 to fully extinguish remaining fire and overhaul hot spots.
Woods Fire
Friday, March 27, 2026 — 3:32 PM
High Point Fire District responded to a reported woods fire off McManus Road. Engine 41 arrived to find a wind-driven woods fire threatening several mobile homes. Crews from Engine 41 deployed a hose line to protect the residences while Engines 11 and 51 operated their deck guns to attack the advancing head of the fire through the timber.