On Monday April 13,2026 at 5:16 p.m. Haletown Fire and Rescue reported for a wildfire behind a residence at the 700 block of Hwy 134. Upon arrival the fire was ascending a hill. A fire break was immediately begun and two hose lines deployed. Jasper Fire was called for extra water supply along with Tennessee …
On Saturday, April 11, a major fire broke out at a chicken house in Flat Rock, Alabama. Tri-Community Fire Department’s Station 5 responded to County Road 324 after receiving reports of the incident. Upon arrival, firefighters quickly called for assistance from nearby departments due to the severe blaze. The chicken house was completely destroyed, but …
On Tuesday April 7, 2026, 12:22 p.m. Haletown Fire and Rescue responded to a brush fire at the 3000 block of Shellmound Road. Upon arrival a smoldering slow moving fire had developed under a utility pole. Suppression efforts were quickly put underway and the fire was extinguished. SVEC was dispatched to inspect the electric pole, …
Rising fuel costs are presenting significant challenges for volunteer fire departments. Budgetary concerns are now requiring firefighters in some areas to cover operational expenses personally when responding to emergency calls. For example, Haletown Fire and Rescue in Marion County can spend up to $100 on diesel for each operation, which places a considerable financial strain …
Dunlap Fire Department responded to mutual aid assignment with Southend VFD on Saturday morning at 9:55 AM CST for a residential structure fire. The mobile home was a total loss. Dunlap Fire Department reported to a vehicle fire on Saturday afternoon at 3:04 PM CST. The vehicle was in the parking area at the Wedding …
At 8:55 on Saturday night, Cagle Volunteer Fire Department (CVFD) reported to truck fire on State Route 8. Upon investigation, crews located an electrical fire within the engine compartment. The fire was quickly contained on the firewall and vehicle wiring harness. Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) and the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) responded or their …
Fire danger is heating up across Tennessee. If you’re planning to burn debris like leaves or branches this weekend, we urge you to be extra cautious. And of course, don’t forget to obtain a burn permit! In Tennessee, a burn permit is required during wildfire season to help ensure everyone practices safe burning methods. It’s …
On Friday afternoon at 3:25 Haletown Fire and Rescue responded to a brush fire at 707 Hwy 134 in Guild. Upon arrival, the area was on fire and spreading. Laying hose from both engines, the fire was quickly controlled. After suppression efforts firemen conducted overhaul of hot spots. In total, about an acre and a …
Early Monday morning at 1:30 am, during the severe thunderstorm, Jasper Highlands Fire Department to a fire alarm at a home on Jasper Highlands Boulevard. Upon arrival, firemen used thermal imaging cameras to look for a hidden fire and ultimately located no fire. The investigation showed that the fire alarm was apparently triggered by rainwater …
On Friday, March 13, 2026, at 10:13 a.m., Haletown Fire and Rescue responded to 2485 Hwy 377, heading toward Bryant, Alabama, to provide mutual aid for a vehicle fire. When firemen arrived, an Jackson County Alabama Sheriff’s deputy and a bystander had already extinguished most of the flames. During Haletown Fire and Rescue’s initial check, …
