Fire station exterior in the Blue Ridge Mountains
Serving Murphy & Jackson County

Your Neighbors
Ready to Serve
When It Matters Most

Wolf Creek Fire & Rescue Station 23 has been a steadfast pillar of safety and service for the Murphy community. Our dedicated volunteers stand ready around the clock — because protection rooted in community means everything.

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Inside Wolf Creek Fire Station 23 with equipment and apparatus
About Us

A Tradition of Courage
Rooted in Community

Located along the scenic corridors of western North Carolina, Wolf Creek Fire & Rescue Department Station 23 stands as a testament to what happens when neighbors choose to look out for one another. Our station serves Murphy and the broader Jackson County area with unwavering commitment.

Every member of our department is a volunteer — men and women who answer the call not for pay, but because this community is home. From structure fires and medical emergencies to vehicle rescues and natural disaster response, we train rigorously so that when seconds count, our team is ready.

24/7
Always On Call
Volunteer
Dedicated Crew
Full
Range of Services
What We Do

Comprehensive Emergency
Services for Our Community

From fire suppression to community education, Station 23 provides the full spectrum of emergency response and prevention services to keep Murphy and Jackson County safe.

Fire Suppression

Rapid response to structure fires, vehicle fires, and wildland incidents across our jurisdiction. Our crews are trained and equipped for every type of fire emergency.

Emergency Medical

First response medical care while awaiting ambulance transport. Our volunteers carry advanced training to stabilize patients and deliver critical care in those pivotal moments.

Rescue Operations

Vehicle extrication, technical rescue, and search-and-rescue missions. Our specialized equipment and cross-trained crew handle complex rescues with precision and care.

Community Education

Fire safety workshops, school visits, CPR classes, and neighborhood preparedness programs. We believe an informed community is a safer community.

Hazardous Materials

Identification, containment, and mitigation of hazardous material incidents along US Highway 64 and throughout our response area. Trained to the technician level.

Disaster Preparedness

Wildfire response, severe storm recovery, and emergency management coordination. We work alongside county and state agencies to protect Jackson County through every season.

Get Involved

Become Part of
Something Meaningful

Whether you're looking to serve as a volunteer firefighter, support our operations through donations, or simply learn how to keep your family safe — there's a place for you at Station 23.

Volunteer Opportunities
Join our team — training provided, no experience required
Community Events
Fire safety demos, open houses, and neighborhood preparedness workshops
Support Our Mission
Donations help fund essential equipment and continued training
Firefighters interacting with community members at an event
Contact Us

Reach Out — We're
Here for You

Have a question, want to volunteer, or need information about our services? Get in touch with Wolf Creek Fire & Rescue Station 23.

Our Location

18335 W US Highway 64
Murphy, NC 28906-4740

Phone
(828) 494-2299

Emergency: Dial 911

Station Hours

24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Volunteer call-in as needed

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