Volunteer Fire Departments
AVERY COUNTY VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENTS
The Volunteer Fire Departments strive to offer the best service possible, which includes updating and maintaining equipment, fire suppression, fire prevention, auto extraction, and search and rescue. Department volunteers also assist Emergency Medical Services and Emergency Management in regard to man-made and natural disasters.
The volunteer fire departments accept applications from individuals who want to serve as volunteer firefighters. To apply, contact the station directly. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age. More information can be made available to you at the stations.
FIRE STATION LOCATIONS AND INFORMATION
Banner Elk Fire Department
Chief: Wayne Miller
Business Phone: (828)898-4623
Beech Mountain Fire Department
Chief: Bob Putney
Business Phone: (828)387-4612
Crossnore Fire Department
Chief: Dean Gibbs
Business Phone: (828)733-4304
Elk Park Fire Department
Chief: Derrick Jaynes
Business Phone: (828)733-0516
Fall Creek Fire Department
Chief: Tony Y. Hunter
Business Phone: (828)898-5021
Frank Fire Department
Chief: Johnny Mathes
Business Phone: (828)756-4151
Green Valley Fire Department
Chief: Kennie McFee, Jr.
Business Phone: (828)765-9465
Linville Fire Department
Chief: Mark Taylor
Business Phone: (828)733-2188
Newland Fire Department
Chief: Matt McClellan
Business Phone: (828)733-4011
