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Tue May 22

DOT: Captain Bowen’s Name to go on Smoky Park Bridge

Buncombe County


ASHEVILLE – The state Board of Transportation voted unanimously this morning to rename Smoky Park Bridge the Capt. Jeffrey Bowen Bridge in memory of the city firefighter who died in the line of duty last July.



PRIMARY AGENCY: Asheville Fire Department





Upper Hominy Fire Department

Buncombe County


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Freightliner/Pierce 1750gpm



PRIMARY AGENCY: Upper Hominy Fire Department





Committee to Review Naming Policy After Asheville Bowen Bridge Naming Rejected

Buncombe County


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ASHEVILLE – The state Board of Transportation will review its naming procedures for state-owned bridges and roads to determine whether its policy needs to be clarified or modified.



PRIMARY AGENCY: Asheville Fire Department





Buncombe County: Vehicle Fire

Buncombe County


Upper Hominy responded to a vehicle into a residence with an engine compartment fire.



PRIMARY AGENCY: Upper Hominy Fire


INCIDENT TYPE: Vehicle Fire


Asheville Fire Department

Buncombe County


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New Technical Rescue Trailer



PRIMARY AGENCY: Asheville Fire Department