Buncombe County Government North Carolina

departments & agencies

emergency services

164 Erwin Hills Road
Asheville, NC 28806
(828) 250-6650

The Department of Emergency Services of Buncombe County takes pride in serving the needs of the citizens and visitors of our county. Our many roles include:

  • Emergency communications via our 911 call center
  • Pre-hospital emergency care from our paramedic EMS service
  • Fire and life safety from the fire marshal's office
  • Disaster coordination in the emergency management division
  • Training and development classes for county personnel

Online Class - IS-700 National Incident Management System

Emergency Services News

Have You Prepared for Your Pets?

We learned in the fall of 2004 that hurricanes can affect WNC. Your County Government is more prepared than ever and we've thought about your pets too!

...more Emergency Services news & events

Preparedness

Special Needs Registry

Application | En Espanõl

Check out the new Preparedness Guide for Buncombe County Residents.

 

Hours of Operation

Office Hours:
Monday through Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm

Response Hours:
24/7

Contact Info

M. Jerry VeHaun

M. Jerry VeHaun
Director
(828) 250-6600

Emergency Services

164 Erwin Hills Road
Asheville, NC 28806
(828) 250-6650

 

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