Watauga Volunteer Fire Dept

04/17/2026

Burn permits are being issued. Even though it has rained a little, please be careful with any outdoor burning.

04/15/2026

Burning restrictions have been extended through the first of next week. Burn permits will NOT be issued. Please refrain from ANY outdoor burning as conditions are hazardous.

04/14/2026

Hazardous fire weather continues, burn permits will NOT be issued today or tomorrow.

04/13/2026

It's Mail-Out time and we need your help. If you live within our fire district you should have received our bright green mailer asking for donations within the last week. We are now able to accept online donations by using the following link.
https://square.link/u/UD5fJbD8
Any amount donated is greatly appreciated and goes directly toward purchasing needed equipment and maintaining our trucks, stations & etc.

General Fund Donation

04/13/2026

Hazardous fire weather continues. Burn permits are NOT being issued again today. Please do not attempt to burn until conditions improve greatly.

04/12/2026

All of East Tennessee is under fire restrictions due to hazardous fire weather. Burn permits are NOT being issued. Please refrain from any outdoor burning.

04/11/2026

East TN Fire Danger is HIGH for 04-11-26

03/08/2026

01/28/2026

Engineer Bob Carroll answered his final call, leaving behind a legacy of bravery and service. To those he rescued, he was a hero; to his fellow firefighters, he was a brother; and to his family, he was a pillar of strength. May the sirens fall silent and the bells ring out in honor of a life well-lived in the service of others.
Bob was a man who defined what it meant to serve. With his signature white beard he was a reassuring sight to everyone in West Carter County. Whether he was maintaining the engines or mentoring the next generation of recruits, Bob did everything with integrity. He didn't just wear the uniform; he lived the values of the fire service every single day. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family

01/10/2026

Authorities are investigating a fatal structure fire in Carter County on Friday.