What we do Last updated or reviewed on September 11, 2023 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 1, 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 Now Hiring for Firefighter Trainee 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 Latest from @AshevilleFD on Instagram 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. Explore Related ServicesRelated 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. Explore Related ProjectsFire News September is Emergency Preparedness Month: Get to know the resources available to you Posted on September 18, 2023September 18, 2023 by Kim Miller In the event of an emergency, you need to know where you can turn for information, advice, or even a helping hand. There are resources, both locally and nationally, to help you weather any storm. September is Emergency Preparedness Month: Make a plan, build a kit, be prepared Posted on September 11, 2023September 20, 2023 by Christy Edwards Make a preparedness plan today. Your family may not be together if a disaster strikes. Know how you will contact each other and reconnect if separated. Take these steps found on the ready.gov website. Asheville Asks: How can I prepare for emergencies? Posted on September 8, 2023September 8, 2023 by Kim Miller September is Emergency Preparedness Month. Let's make it an opportunity to strengthen our preparedness and protect what matters most. Explore 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.
September is Emergency Preparedness Month: Get to know the resources available to you Posted on September 18, 2023September 18, 2023 by Kim Miller In the event of an emergency, you need to know where you can turn for information, advice, or even a helping hand. There are resources, both locally and nationally, to help you weather any storm.
September is Emergency Preparedness Month: Make a plan, build a kit, be prepared Posted on September 11, 2023September 20, 2023 by Christy Edwards Make a preparedness plan today. Your family may not be together if a disaster strikes. Know how you will contact each other and reconnect if separated. Take these steps found on the ready.gov website.
Asheville Asks: How can I prepare for emergencies? Posted on September 8, 2023September 8, 2023 by Kim Miller September is Emergency Preparedness Month. Let's make it an opportunity to strengthen our preparedness and protect what matters most.