Orange Rural Fire Department - Orange County, NC

Our Fire Stations

Each of our four stations is equipped with specialized apparatus ready to respond to emergencies throughout our service area. Our strategic placement ensures comprehensive coverage.

Station 1 - Headquarters

206 South Churton Street
Hillsborough, NC 27278

Apparatus & Equipment:

Engine 231

Brush 251

Squad 261

Ladder 271

FR 281

Battalion Chief 204

Rehab Trailer

Polaris UTV

Constructed in the 1960's the building was originally the home of Ray Motor Company who occupied the building until it was purchased by Major Business Forms. The building was purchased by the Town of Hillsborough in 1976 and then it became home to Orange Rural Fire Department.

Headquarters: Houses our administrative offices and serves as the primary command center for department operations.

Station 2 - Northwest District Coverage

835 Phelps Road
Hillsborough, NC 27278

Apparatus & Equipment:

Engine 232

Reserve Engine 235

Special Operations Trailer

Constructed in 1982 was previously staffed by Orange County Medic Supervior (EMS10), it is now being remodled and will be operated by Part-Time staff once completed.

Station 3 - Northeast District Coverage

2510 Walker Road
Hillsborough, NC 27278

Apparatus & Equipment:

Engine 233

Tanker 243

Water Rescue Boat

Constructed in 2012, operated by Part-Time staff.

Station 4 - Waterstone Fire Station

352 College Park Road
Hillsborough, NC 27278

Apparatus & Equipment:

Engine 234

Tanker 244

EMS Unit 284

Orange County Medic 1 / BLS 31

Constructed in 2023, Station 4 was a joint venture with Orange County covers Southern Hillsborough as well as Interstates 40 & 85. Operated by Full-time staff and also houses Orange County Medic 1 (ALS) and BLS 31.

Contact Information

Emergency Services

Emergency: Dial 911

Non-Emergency: (919) 732-7911

Administration

Email: admin@orfd.net

Address: 206 S Churton Street
Hillsborough, NC 27278