Forest City Fire Department

Forest City Fire Department is primarily staffed by career firefighters with volunteer support and serves as a local fire department in Forest City, NC. Operating out of 1 station and classified as a Mostly career organization. Headquartered at 186 S Church ST, Forest City, NC, 28043.

828-245-2111

828-245-8874

Mailing: 186 S Church ST, Forest City, NC, 28043-3502

29 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

15

Volunteer Firefighters

0

Paid-Per-Call

14

Civilian & Support Staff

0

Total Calls
1,383
Fire Calls
7.1%
EMS Calls
67.6%
Other Calls
25.3%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
7m 29s
Avg. Personnel Responding
2.9
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide basic life support (BLS)
Busiest Hours
4 PM - 8 PM (323 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
23m 24s

Call Summary

Overview of incident data reported to NFIRS - January 1st 2024 to December 31st 2024

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
7.1% (98 calls)
Total EMS Calls
67.6% (935 calls)
Total Other Calls
25.3% (350 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
April (131 calls)
Busiest Hours
4 PM - 8 PM (323 calls)
Avg. Response Time
7m 29s
Avg. Call Duration
23m 24s
Avg. Personnel Responding
2.9
Mutual Aid Received
23
Mutual Aid Given
74