What we do Last updated or reviewed on July 11, 2022 The mission of the City of Asheville Fire Department 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. This mission will be accomplished with firefighter pride, preparedness and professionalism, with a focus on quality customer service and continuous improvement. The Asheville Fire Department is an accredited agency, receiving its first accreditation status in 2005. AFD members continuously spend countless staff hours examining past, current, and future service levels and internal performances to compare them to current research and industry best practices in order to maintain its accreditation status. This designation, along with an ISO rating of 2, affirms that our firefighters are providing the highest service levels and professionalism while protecting the lives and property of all people in the city of Asheville. 2020 Strategic Plan Request an Incident Report AVL ! ALERT Sign up to receive up-to-date information on emergency and non-emergency events via email, phone calls, voice or text messages. Decide what types of information you would like to receive, and unsubscribe at any time Tweets by AshevilleFD Connect Address 100 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801 Mailing Address PO Box 7148 Asheville, NC 28802 Phone Number 828-259-5636 Email Address afdmailbox@ashevillenc.gov Emergency 9-1-1 Business HoursMonday-Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.EmailAFD MailboxFire on facebookFire on twitterFire on youtubeFire on instagramAdditional LinksREQUEST INCIDENT REPORT HYDRANT INFORMATION Related Services Activities, Tips, Quick Links and More Keep safe with these fire and life safety helpful resources. Sign up for Community Connect Sign up your household residence with Community Connect to aid first responders and emergency personnel. City job opportunities – Fire Department Learn about job opportunities with the Asheville Fire Department, including hiring process and eligibility requirements to become a firefighter. Sign up for AVL Alert Keep updated through the City of Asheville on emergency and non-emergency subscriptions. Prepare for an emergency Resources and information to help you prepare for an emergency. Get a smoke alarm installed How to submit a request for a smoke alarm. Child passenger safety seat assistance Get help from The Asheville Fire Department with child safety seat installation education and assistance. More Related Services Related Projects Fire Station 13 at the Broadway Public Safety Station This facility will be home to Fire Station 13, a Police Substation, the relocated Emergency Operations Center, and a small community conference room. More Related Projects Fire News Off-Duty Heroism. AFD’s Captain Anna Pigman Awarded Chief’s Challenge Coin Posted on August 10, 2022August 10, 2022 by Kim Miller On the evening of Sunday, August 7, Asheville Fire Department’s Captain Anna Pigman came across a house fire on Fairfax Avenue as she happened to be driving by. Although off-duty, Captain Pigman took initiative to rush into action when she heard a call for help that someone was still inside the building. Knowing she was [...] Register now for the 2022 Asheville Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk Posted on August 2, 2022 by Kim Miller Register now for the 2022 Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk Asheville, presented by the Asheville Fire Department. The event will take place on Saturday, September 3, in downtown Asheville. Participating firefighters will run the event in full turnout gear. Registration will remain open until 11:00 a.m. on Sept. 3. The 5K Run & [...] Asheville City Council passes FY23 budget with key investments in top priorities. Posted on June 28, 2022June 28, 2022 by Kim Miller At its June 28 meeting Asheville City Council passed the City Managers recommended budget with a 6 to 1 vote. The $217 million budget is based on internal work, community input and Council priorities, and reflects the long term strategies and continuation of the reimagining public safety process. More Fire News
Sign up for Community Connect Sign up your household residence with Community Connect to aid first responders and emergency personnel.
City job opportunities – Fire Department Learn about job opportunities with the Asheville Fire Department, including hiring process and eligibility requirements to become a firefighter.
Sign up for AVL Alert Keep updated through the City of Asheville on emergency and non-emergency subscriptions.
Child passenger safety seat assistance Get help from The Asheville Fire Department with child safety seat installation education and assistance.
Fire Station 13 at the Broadway Public Safety Station This facility will be home to Fire Station 13, a Police Substation, the relocated Emergency Operations Center, and a small community conference room.
Off-Duty Heroism. AFD’s Captain Anna Pigman Awarded Chief’s Challenge Coin Posted on August 10, 2022August 10, 2022 by Kim Miller On the evening of Sunday, August 7, Asheville Fire Department’s Captain Anna Pigman came across a house fire on Fairfax Avenue as she happened to be driving by. Although off-duty, Captain Pigman took initiative to rush into action when she heard a call for help that someone was still inside the building. Knowing she was [...]
Register now for the 2022 Asheville Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk Posted on August 2, 2022 by Kim Miller Register now for the 2022 Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk Asheville, presented by the Asheville Fire Department. The event will take place on Saturday, September 3, in downtown Asheville. Participating firefighters will run the event in full turnout gear. Registration will remain open until 11:00 a.m. on Sept. 3. The 5K Run & [...]
Asheville City Council passes FY23 budget with key investments in top priorities. Posted on June 28, 2022June 28, 2022 by Kim Miller At its June 28 meeting Asheville City Council passed the City Managers recommended budget with a 6 to 1 vote. The $217 million budget is based on internal work, community input and Council priorities, and reflects the long term strategies and continuation of the reimagining public safety process.