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Boone Today
By the People, for the People
Boone Fire Department Sets Call Record in 2025
Department responded to over 3,100 incidents, the most in its history.
Published on Feb. 16, 2026
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The Boone Fire Department handled more than 3,100 incidents in 2025, marking its busiest year on record. The department's call volume has steadily increased over the past few years, up from 3,095 incidents in 2024 and 2,643 in 2023.
Why it matters
The Boone Fire Department's record-breaking call volume highlights the growing demand for emergency services in the area, driven by factors like population growth and development. The department's achievement of an elite ISO Class 1 rating also demonstrates its commitment to providing high-quality fire protection to the community.
The details
In addition to the record-breaking call volume, the Boone Fire Department completed 1,499 annual fire inspections, 295 new construction inspections, and held 76 fire prevention programs with more than 8,000 participants. The department also received an ISO Class 2/9E rating for the rural fire district it covers outside of Boone town limits.
- In 2025, the Boone Fire Department responded to 3,103 incidents.
- In 2024, the department responded to 3,095 incidents.
- In 2023, the department responded to 2,643 incidents.
The players
Boone Fire Department
The fire department serving the town of Boone, North Carolina, which has seen a steady increase in call volume in recent years.
What’s next
In the spring of 2026, the department expects to break ground on a new station on the east side of Boone to help accommodate the growing demand for its services.
The takeaway
The Boone Fire Department's record-breaking call volume in 2025 underscores the need for continued investment in emergency services to keep pace with the town's growth and development. The department's achievement of an elite ISO Class 1 rating also demonstrates its commitment to providing the highest level of fire protection to the community.
