Cleveland County Emergency Management

09/03/2026

Just a reminder: Monthly Siren Test This Saturday 09/05/2026 12Noon

07/06/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 6th, 2026

Cleveland County Mourns the Loss of Paramedic/Field Training Officer Ashley Moore

Shelby, North Carolina — It is with sincere regret and heavy hearts that Cleveland County announces the Line of Duty death of Ms. Ashley Moore, Paramedic/Field Training Officer who was killed in the Line of Duty as the result of a traffic collision in Gaston County, North Carolina on Monday, July 6th, 2026.

Ms. Ashley Moore, Paramedic/Field Training Officer served with Cleveland County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) for nine (9) years. She exemplified the highest standards of the EMS profession and dedication to our community.

“Our entire Cleveland County team is grieving the loss of one of our own," said Thomas McNeilly, Emergency Medical Services Director.

"Our immediate priority is supporting Ashley’s family and our first responders during this tragedy. We ask the public to keep their families and our EMS staff in their prayers," stated David B. Cotton, County Manager.

Out of respect for the family’s privacy, no further information or details will be released at this time. An official update regarding memorial services will be provided in the coming days.

Official Press Release: bit.ly/ccems-mourns-loss-of-paramedic

06/18/2026

06/13/2026

06/04/2026

Monthly Siren Test This Saturday 06/06/2026 12Noon

05/21/2026

NOTICE: LOCATION CHANGE:

Due to the potential for rain, the location for the 2026 Cleveland County Firefighter Memorial Service has been changed to Shelby Fire & Rescue Station 2, located at 303 Charles Road, Shelby, NC.

The service will be held on Friday, May 22, at 12 pm.

This annual service honors and remembers those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to the citizens of Cleveland County, and also pays tribute to those active and retired firefighters that have passed away over the course of the last year.

The service is open to the public and all public safety agencies are encouraged to attend.

05/03/2026

Notice: As of 8 a.m. on May 3rd, 2026, the Cleveland County Fire Marshal's Office, in collaboration with the North Carolina Forest Service, will lift the Burning Ban. Thank you for your cooperation; please remember to burn only natural vegetation.

04/30/2026

Emergency Operations Center in Cleveland County. The facility is almost ready.
moving closer to the official opening.
(we just had to share a sneak peep)