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The Gastonia Fire Department is a highly trained municipality fire department that is proud to serve the citizens of Gastonia, North Carolina.  "The mission of the Gastonia Fire Department is to save lives and property and to proudly serve the citizens and visitors of the City of Gastonia."  This is accomplished through training, dedication, and a commitment to service.Our department employs 144 full time personnel, covers 52 square miles, and consists of 8 fire stations located throughout the city limits of Gastonia. Visit our website www.gastoniafire.org.

Phil Welch

Fire Chief
704-866-6806

Brad Best 

Deputy Chief

Matt Young

Assistant Chief
704-866-6959

Chris Stowe 

Fire Marshal

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Gastonia, N.C., just minutes west of Charlotte, is one of the area’s best places to live and work with an ideal combination of location, size and livability. Gastonia is the largest of Gaston County’s 13 municipalities and one of the largest cities in the Charlotte metropolitan area. Selected as an All-America City three times, Gastonia’s desirable quality of life is the result of its beautiful natural surroundings, friendly neighborhoods, responsive government and vibrant business environment.

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704-866-6714

181 S. South Street
Gastonia, NC 28052