The Battleboro Rural Fire Department, H.L. Harrison Fire District, Inc., chartered on May 16, 1948, serves as the primary provider of fire and first responder protection in Nash and Edgecombe Counties for the Battleboro community.
The department is also responsible for rescue services in Northern Nash County and currently maintains an Insurance Classification (ISO) rating of 4/9E with a Medium Rescue Certification.
In 2009, the department evolved from an all-volunteer model to a combination department by incorporating part-time staff. Most recently, night-time staffing was introduced to enhance coverage and response to service calls.
The Battleboro Community Volunteer Fire Department is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization. A copy of our official registration and financial documents may be obtained from us upon request. All donations are tax-deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes. Donations may be made in person, or mailed to P.O. Box 607, Battleboro, N.C. 27809.
The Battleboro Rural Fire Department is dedicated to the safety, health, and well being of the entire Battleboro Community.
We are committed to maintaining the highest professional standards in order to provide services necessary to protect all citizens from loss of life and / or property regardless or race, age, creed, religion, handicap or nationality.
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