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,operate the animal shelter, provide Animal Control in all unincorporated areas of the county, and assist veterans and their dependents in obtaining benefits and service from the Veterans Administration.

Emergency Services Latest News

Published: November 04, 2024

Catawba County 101

Emergency Management...

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Published: October 30, 2024

NEW EMS Explorer Program

CCEMS Paramedic Explorers is a career education program for high school students. Each month students will learn more about EMS in a hands-on environment....

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Published: October 25, 2024

News You Can Use-Senior News

Check out this quarters addition for safety information for fall and winter....

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Published: October 04, 2024

Damage Assessment Completed

Catawba County Emergency Management has completed local damage assessments as a result of Hurricane Helene. Catawba County experienced historic flooding in the Lookout Shoals...

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Published: September 23, 2024

Input: Hazard Mitigation Plan

We are seeking public input on the Unifour Hazard Mitigation Plan draft...

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Published: September 04, 2024

Conversation @ Preparednes

Talking about things like a disaster or emergency isn’t always easy, but it is important to start taking steps to get ready and stay safe....

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