Junaluska Fire Department

07/30/2026

HAZ-MAT RESPONSE
I-40 EAST 16MM
JUNALUSKA FIRE DISTRICT

9:45PM Update: Road is back open. Emergency Services have cleared the scene.

Junaluska Fire Department along with Asheville Fire Department and NC RRT-6 are on scene of a Hazardous Materials Spill at the 16MM. Traffic will be impacted for an unknown period of time. The chemical is not believed to cause harm to the public. We will update you as soon as we know more.

07/24/2026

Advanced Life Support at Junaluska Fire Department!

Junaluska Fire Department is proud to announce that we are now officially serving our community as an Advanced Life Support (ALS) agency.

This achievement reflects our continued commitment to providing the highest level of emergency medical care to the citizens and visitors we serve. By offering Advanced Life Support, our providers can deliver enhanced pre-hospital care, including advanced airway management, cardiac monitoring, medication administration, and other life-saving interventions when every second counts.

The importance of this milestone became evident almost immediately. Within one hour of receiving our official approval letter from NC OEMS, our duty crew responded to a medical emergency where they were able to provide Advanced Life Support to a member of our community. It’s a powerful reminder that this enhanced level of service is more than a designation—it has the potential to make a difference when our neighbors need it most.

This accomplishment is the result of countless hours of training, preparation, and dedication by our members. We are grateful for the support of our community, our partner agencies, and everyone who helped make this possible.

We remain committed to providing professional, compassionate, and high-quality emergency services, and we look forward to continuing to serve our community with this enhanced level of care.

07/08/2026

🚨 Training Opportunity🚨

The 20-Hour Heavy Lifting & Moving Class is coming to Haywood Community College later this month.

This hands-on course is designed for emergency responders who want to strengthen their skills in lifting, moving, and stabilizing heavy objects during rescue operations. Participants will gain practical experience using specialized equipment and techniques that can be applied in a variety of emergency incidents.

📅 Dates & Times:

* July 24: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
* July 25: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
* July 26: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

📍 Location:
185 Freedlander Drive
Clyde, NC 28721

This course is hosted by Safe Industries in partnership with Haywood Community College, Paratech, and Genesis Rescue Systems.

Interested participants can register by scanning the QR code on the flyer or by contacting Krystal Shuler, EMS Training Coordinator, at 828-565-4103 for additional information.

06/16/2026

🩸 BLOOD DRIVE – HELP SAVE LIVES! 🩸

Did you know that one blood donation can help save up to three lives, and someone in the United States needs blood every two seconds?

The Junaluska Fire Department is partnering with the American Red Cross to host a community blood drive. Your donation can make a difference for patients facing emergencies, surgeries, cancer treatments, and other critical medical needs.

📅 Date: Thursday, June 18, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Junaluska Fire Department Conference Room
90 Old Clyde Road
Lake Junaluska, NC 28745

To schedule an appointment:
📞 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)
🌐 Visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter sponsor code JVFD

✅ Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments will be given priority.

As an added incentive, donors who give blood between June 1–28 will receive a $15 e-gift card and be entered for a chance to win a $7,500 prize through the American Red Cross.

Please consider donating and help ensure blood is available for those who need it most. Every donation matters.

06/14/2026

🪇 Shake Shake Shake? ❓ Did you feel that? We have had a few small earthquakes in North Carolina over the last few days. No damages, but a good opportunity to remember earthquake safety tips!

📌 6/13: 1.7 magnitude, located 5.3 miles outside of Hazelwood, NC. (Haywood Co)
📌 6/12: 2.1 magnitude, located 5.1 miles southwest of Canton, NC (Haywood Co)
📌 6/12: 1.6 magnitude, located 7.1 miles southeast of Waynesville, NC (Haywood Co)
📌 6/8: 1.7 magnitude, located near Weaverville, NC (Buncombe Co)

✔️ If an earthquake happens, protect yourself right away.
✔️ If you are inside, stay and do not run outside; avoid doorways.
✔️ If you are in bed, turn face down and cover your head and neck with a pillow.
✔️ If you are in a car, pull over and stop. Set your parking brake.
✔️ If you're outside, stay there.

06/14/2026

Instability will gradually increase through late this afternoon. With showers and thunderstorms developing ahead of an approaching cold front, some strong to severe storms will be possible. Damaging winds are the main hazard with any severe storms that develop.

03/11/2026

03/06/2026

New Equipment In Service at Junaluska Fire Department!

We are excited to announce that Junaluska Fire Department has received our new skid unit, which will be mounted in UTV 18. This piece of equipment will be a tremendous asset during wildfire season, allowing our crews to access remote and difficult terrain quickly while carrying water and firefighting equipment where traditional apparatus cannot reach.

Earlier this week, our staff spent time testing and training with the new unit, ensuring everything is ready to go when needed. We’re happy to report that the skid unit is now officially in service and ready to support our community.

If you’re interested in seeing it up close, feel free to stop by Station 18 and take a look! We’re always glad to show the community the equipment that helps keep Junaluska safe.

03/05/2026

Report from Haywood County. From North Canton Fire Department, views of this morning's large vehicle fire on Interstate 40 at mile marker 29. Resulted from a vehicle collision. Run card included NCFD, Clyde, and Junaluska Fire Department. Plus numerous other agencies.

Closed the eastbound lanes with heavy damage to both lanes and shoulder. Will require milling and repaving, reports Carolinas Fire Page. See more pics from NCFD at https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18MxXRoZds/