Fire Education Last updated or reviewed on April 14, 2026 The Asheville Fire Department offers several different types of education and prevention programs that target children, adults and seniors. These programs are delivered to the public at no charge and are presented in the most professional manner. These programs allow us to achieve our mission, which is to protect the lives, property and environment of all people within Asheville by preventing the occurrence and minimizing the adverse effects of fires, accidents and all other emergencies. If you would like to schedule a program or event, please fill out an Asheville Fire Department Event Request form. Adult Education (Fire extinguisher classes, Fire and Fall Safety for adults) Citizens Academy Fire Summer Camp Station Tours Children Education – all ages Fire Prevention Information for Seniors Click our new Bitmoji below for an interactive classroom for all ages!! Here are some helpful fire and life safety links: National Fire Protection Association Kids Fire Safety Education Asheville Fire Department Smoke Alarm Safety Inspection and Installation Ready.gov Disaster Preparedness Information Evacuation Information and Checklist for your pets