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: October 09, 2026

News YOU Can Use

Check out the quarterly Senior Newsletter! Info on Fire Prevention, Winter Preparedness, and more!...

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Published: September 21, 2026

Paramedic Explorers

EMS Explorer Program Application Time!...

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Published: September 14, 2026

Be Tech Ready for Emergencies

Have all your tech ready before the emergency happens!...

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Published: July 06, 2026

Tips for Senior Adults

Check out these tips to keep yourself happy and healthy this summer....

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Published: April 14, 2026

News You Can Use-Spring

The Spring edition of the News You Can Use Senior Newsletter!...

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Published: February 09, 2026

Senior Newsletter

Check out the 10th edition of the Emergency Services News You Can Use featuring heart health, burn and poison prevention and nutrition information....

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