Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, Tribal Gov.

Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, Tribal Gov. is primarily staffed by dedicated volunteers with some career personnel and serves as a local fire department in Cherokee, NC. Operating out of 2 stations and classified as a Mostly volunteer organization. Headquartered at 837 Acquon RD, Cherokee, NC, 28719.

828-497-6584

828-497-5147

2307 Old Mission Road

PO Box PO Box 455

Mailing: 837 Acquon RD, 2307 Old Mission Road, Cherokee, NC, 28719

43 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

18

Volunteer Firefighters

19

Paid-Per-Call

0

Civilian & Support Staff

6

Total Calls
2,696
Fire Calls
2.9%
EMS Calls
54.2%
Other Calls
43%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
10m 3s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3.7
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Provide first aid & check for injuries
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (646 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
38m 32s

Call Summary

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

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
2.9% (77 calls)
Total EMS Calls
54.2% (1,460 calls)
Total Other Calls
43% (1,159 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Provide first aid & check for injuries
Busiest Month
July (271 calls)
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (646 calls)
Avg. Response Time
10m 3s
Avg. Call Duration
38m 32s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3.7
Mutual Aid Received
16
Mutual Aid Given
78