Welcome to the City of Roxboro Fire and Rescue Department. It is believed that the department was first established in 1902 with two hand drawn hose reels and the members of the community serving as volunteers.. A bell was located in the court house. When they would ring the bell, everyone would run to the end of town


to get the reel and pull it to the fire. Since that time, the department has faced many challenges and evolved into a professional organization. We deliver a full range of services including fire suppression and medical responder programs designed to protect and prevent the loss of life and property in our service area and beyond. Although we have traditionally focused on fire suppression, we have implemented many proactive programs to educate our citizens about prevention methods and ways of living a safer life. In short our mission is:

To provide the customers of Roxboro and Person County the highest level of services, through Public Education, Fire prevention, Fire Suppression, and Emergency Medical First Response.


As you view our web pages, we think you will find us to be a professional and proactive organization. On behalf of the men and women of the Roxboro Fire Department, I thank you for taking the time to visit with us.


Warmest Regards,

Kenneth Torain, Fire Chief
ktorain@cityofroxboro.com