Junaluska Fire Department

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.

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/

The snow is here Haywood County! Let’s just hope it’s not this much!

We encourage you to keep a raised awareness of the weather conditions as you are out traveling today. Stay warm and stay safe!

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📱 The Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) system allows people who own compatible mobile devices to receive geographically targeted, text-like messages alerting them of imminent threats to safety in their area.

🌪️ These alerts warn the public about dangerous weather, missing children, and other critical situations. Reading these alerts when they come through is a great way to stay informed. To learn about other ways to stay informed, visit ReadyNC.gov.

Moisture steadily increases as a warm air mass filters in from the south, so temperatures will warm and clouds will increase throughout the week. Rain will arrive by Thursday or Friday.