Jimmy dedicated and served the citizens of Clay County for many years and especially in the Warne Community where he was a vital member throughout his time of service.... (Full Story)

This past July, John celebrated 10 years with the department.

John joined the department at a time when he was ready to retire from retail pharmacy and wanted to do something useful and meaningful in our community. He had time, energy and skills that he wanted to use and not ‘quit’ on life and be idle! So, he reached out to CCFR. He remembered how his mother had fallen out of bed at 2:00 a.m. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Please take a moment today and change the batteries in your smoke detectors.

If your home doesn’t have working smoke detectors we can help! We just need a little info from you and a member of our department will come install them for the low low price of free! Click the link and we’ll see you soon!

https://www.clayncfire.org/apps/public/database/formAdd.cfm?Form_ID=2... (Full Story & Photos)

We have our trucks out for the kids to learn about and explore as well as the Towns County safety trailer, Clay County EMS Ambulances, the Regional HazMat Team and most importantly free food and a bounce house! We’ll be out here till 2pm!... (Full Story & Photos)

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, local agencies remain busy responding to numerous calls for service. Earlier this week, Clay County 911 was notified of two hikers who had become lost while exploring the Big Scaley area near Tate City. Clay County Fire and Rescue (CCFR) responded with search and rescue teams, beginning their efforts early Wednesday morning. After several hours of searching, additional ... (Full Story & Photos)

As Hurricane Helene has moved through Western North Carolina, we at Clay County Fire and Rescue find ourselves thankful that Clay County has been spared the worst of the storm's impacts. However, our hearts are heavy for our friends, families, and neighbors to our east, who have been devastated by this catastrophic event. We are committed to assisting in every way possible by deploying resources, ... (Full Story & Photos)

Current projections could leave us with 4-8 inches of rain per the National Weather Service in Morristown, TN. They are also forecasting heavy straight-line winds up to 50 miles per hour. This could lead to flash flooding, power outages, and impassable roads. The storm is currently working its way through the Gulf Coast. The worst of this storm is currently projected to arrive here by 1PM Friday. ... (Full Story)

Follow the link for weather forecast details: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=35.0341647&lon=-83.7699571

Please take the time to view the weather forecast and be prepared for the possibility of flash flooding along with high winds until Friday evening. Clay County Fire and Rescue has verified that all equipment needed is prepared and ready and has started pre-planning with local agencies. ... (Full Story)

Clay County Fire and Rescue had a busy afternoon today starting with a report of a residential structure fire in the Greasy Creek Rd area of Brasstown. Fire personnel responded to the call for service with multiple apparatus along with Clay County EMS.

The fire started in a mobile camper which was stationary in the residential driveway. There was some fire spread to the residence itself causing ... (Full Story & Photos)

This afternoon, Clay County Fire and Rescue swiftly responded to a report of a possible commercial structure fire at Rib Country, a beloved local restaurant. Around 4:20 p.m., smoke was reported coming from the building, prompting a rapid dispatch of Clay County Fire and Rescue, Clay County EMS, the Clay County Sheriff's Office, and the Clay County Fire Marshal.

Within minutes, emergency units arrived ... (Full Story & Photos)