Emergency Services
Catawba County Emergency Services is responsible for planning and responding to all hazards – natural, manmade and medical emergencies. Additionally, we manage emergency communications through our 911 Communications Center, provide Animal Control in all unincorporated areas of the county and some municipalities, and assist veterans and their dependents in obtaining benefits and service from the Veterans Administration.
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Emergency Services Latest News
I Need An Ambulance!
When you need an ambulance, you want it now! What's going to happen when you call 911 and how can you help?...
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Future EMS Base Groundbreaking
In line with the healthy and safe community focus in the Commissioners’ strategic plan, the Newton base is the first of three planned EMS base replacements in the county...
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Catawba County Burn Ban
UPDATE: BURN BAN REMOVED 12/8/2021 12:00 pm Catawba County Burn Ban implemented 11/30/2021...
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Holiday Safety Tips
Thoughts from Emergency Services on keeping you and your home safe this holiday season...
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Emergency Supply Kits
It's time to change your clocks and check your emergency supply stocks...
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