Enka-Candler Fire and Rescue, Inc.

Enka-Candler Fire and Rescue, Inc. is primarily staffed by career firefighters with volunteer support and serves as a local fire department in Candler, NC. Operating out of 2 stations and classified as a Mostly career organization. Headquartered at 85 Pisgah HWY, Candler, NC, 28715.

828-667-0798

828-667-8886

PO Box PO Box 340

Mailing: Candler, NC, 28715-0340

56 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

28

Volunteer Firefighters

12

Paid-Per-Call

14

Civilian & Support Staff

2

Total Calls
1,680
Fire Calls
2.2%
EMS Calls
52.7%
Other Calls
45.1%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
9m 51s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3.2
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Investigate
Busiest Hours
4 PM - 8 PM (420 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
34m 24s

Call Summary

Overview of incident data reported to NFIRS - July 31st 2024 to December 31st 2024

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
2.2% (37 calls)
Total EMS Calls
52.7% (885 calls)
Total Other Calls
45.1% (758 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Investigate
Busiest Month
September (367 calls)
Busiest District
001 (535 calls)
Busiest Hours
4 PM - 8 PM (420 calls)
Avg. Response Time
9m 51s
Avg. Call Duration
34m 24s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3.2
Mutual Aid Received
27
Mutual Aid Given
67