Ashford-North Cove Volunteer Fire Dept

04/15/2026

Linville Mountain Acres HOA is taking proactive steps during these extremely dry conditions.

With the current burn ban still in effect, they are working to install water tanks throughout the community to help ensure adequate water supply if an emergency arises.

We appreciate the strong partnership and the forward-thinking, progress-minded approach to keeping their community safe.

🔥 Reminder: The burn ban is still in effect — please do your part to help prevent wildfires.

03/29/2026

03/29/2026

Due to increased wildfire risk, the N.C. Forest Service has issued a ban on all open burning and has canceled all burning permits statewide effective 6 p.m. Saturday, March 28 until further notice.

Under North Carolina law, the ban prohibits all open burning in the affected counties, regardless of whether a permit was previously issued. The issuance of any new permits has also been suspended until the ban is lifted. Anyone violating the burn ban faces a $100 fine plus $183 court costs. Any person responsible for setting a fire may be liable for any expenses related to extinguishing the fire.

The burn ban does not apply to fires started within 100 feet of an occupied dwelling. The local fire marshal has authority to issue a burn ban within those 100 feet.

Read news release: https://www.ncagr.gov/news/press-releases/2026/03/28/statewide-burn-ban-issued-north-carolina-due-hazardous-forest-fire-conditions

01/31/2026

We want to send a huge thank you to English Cattle Company for always being there when the need arises. They consistently take care of us and ensure quality meat is available when we need it. That kind of reliability and community support does not go unnoticed.

This is a great local business owned by Jay English, and we’re proud to support folks who support our community.

If you’re looking for quality products and good people, please go by and support them:
📍 19456 US 221 N, Marion, NC 28752

01/30/2026

01/30/2026

Update 2/13/26: NC 105 is now open.

‼️ DO NOT MOVE OR GO AROUND BARRIERS

The public is strongly advised not to travel into these areas until all barricades are removed and the road reopens. By removing barricades, you are jeopardizing your safety AND the safety of first responders. Access for emergency crews is extremely limited, even with UTVs. If you are stranded, they may not be able to reach you. Conditions are expected to deteriorate further with additional winter weather forecasted for this weekend.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from Ashford North Cove Fire Rescue!

This holiday season, we’re especially grateful for the support of our community and the dedication of our firefighters and first responders who stand ready 24/7.

From our firehouse family to yours, we wish you a safe, peaceful, and joyous Christmas. Stay warm, stay safe, and remember to check those smoke detectors!

05/21/2025

04/01/2025

Burn ban lifted for all North Carolina counties as conditions improve RALEIGH –  The N.C. Forest Service has lifted a ban on all open burning effective 8 a.m. Wednesday, April 2. The ...

02/19/2025

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