What we do 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. 2020 Strategic Plan 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 AVL ! ALERT Tweets by AshevilleFD ConnectAsheville Fire Department100 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801Mailing AddressPO Box 7148 Asheville, NC 28802Business HoursMonday-Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Main Office Line828-259-5636Emergency9-1-1EmailAFD MailboxAdditional LinksREQUEST FIRE/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 Fire News Asheville Fire Department to honor fallen Captain Jeff Bowen Posted on July 26, 2021 by Polly McDaniel Ten years ago on July 28, 2011, Asheville Fire Captain Jeff Bowen, a 13-year veteran, lost his life while battling an arson fire in a high-rise building at 445 Biltmore Ave. The Asheville Fire Department will hold a remembrance ceremony on July 28, 2021, to honor our brother. This ceremony will be held at 9:30 [...] Asheville Fire Department: Leave Fourth of July fireworks to the professionals, consider safer alternatives Posted on June 30, 2021July 6, 2021 by Polly McDaniel Each Fourth of July, thousands of people, most often children and teens, are injured while using consumer fireworks. Despite the dangers of fireworks, few people understand the associated risks – devastating burns, other injuries, fires, and even death. That’s why the Asheville Fire Department recommends leaving the fireworks to the professionals. We are excited to [...] Asheville Fire Department to apply for FEMA funding to increase firefighter safety Posted on June 22, 2021June 22, 2021 by Polly McDaniel The Asheville Fire Department is requesting the authorization to apply for a FEMA Firefighters Grant of $130,910 to provide funding to purchase two air compressors to allow greater accessibility to fill air bottles used by firefighters during operation at a fire scene. During their June 22 meeting, Asheville City Council authorized a resolution for the City [...] More Fire News
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Asheville Fire Department to honor fallen Captain Jeff Bowen Posted on July 26, 2021 by Polly McDaniel Ten years ago on July 28, 2011, Asheville Fire Captain Jeff Bowen, a 13-year veteran, lost his life while battling an arson fire in a high-rise building at 445 Biltmore Ave. The Asheville Fire Department will hold a remembrance ceremony on July 28, 2021, to honor our brother. This ceremony will be held at 9:30 [...]
Asheville Fire Department: Leave Fourth of July fireworks to the professionals, consider safer alternatives Posted on June 30, 2021July 6, 2021 by Polly McDaniel Each Fourth of July, thousands of people, most often children and teens, are injured while using consumer fireworks. Despite the dangers of fireworks, few people understand the associated risks – devastating burns, other injuries, fires, and even death. That’s why the Asheville Fire Department recommends leaving the fireworks to the professionals. We are excited to [...]
Asheville Fire Department to apply for FEMA funding to increase firefighter safety Posted on June 22, 2021June 22, 2021 by Polly McDaniel The Asheville Fire Department is requesting the authorization to apply for a FEMA Firefighters Grant of $130,910 to provide funding to purchase two air compressors to allow greater accessibility to fill air bottles used by firefighters during operation at a fire scene. During their June 22 meeting, Asheville City Council authorized a resolution for the City [...]