French Broad Volunteer Fire & Rescue Inc.

French Broad Volunteer Fire & Rescue Inc. is primarily staffed by career firefighters with volunteer support and serves as a local fire department in Alexander, NC. Operating out of 1 station and classified as a Mostly career organization. Headquartered at 572 Fletcher Martin RD, Alexander, NC, 28701-9727.

828-683-3651

Mailing: 572 Fletcher Martin RD, Alexander, NC, 28701-9727

28 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

16

Volunteer Firefighters

5

Paid-Per-Call

5

Civilian & Support Staff

2

Total Calls
805
Fire Calls
4.1%
EMS Calls
40.6%
Other Calls
55.3%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
9m 24s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3.6
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide basic life support (BLS)
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (208 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
30m 23s

Call Summary

Overview of incident data reported to NFIRS - January 1st 2024 to December 18th 2024

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
4.1% (33 calls)
Total EMS Calls
40.6% (327 calls)
Total Other Calls
55.3% (445 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide basic life support (BLS)
Busiest Month
September (103 calls)
Busiest District
3 (151 calls)
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (208 calls)
Avg. Response Time
9m 24s
Avg. Call Duration
30m 23s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3.6
Mutual Aid Received
34
Mutual Aid Given
128