The South Pittsburg Mountain Volunteer Fire Department recently received turnout gear from the Gary Sinise Foundation for all its firemen. This gear expires every ten years, equipping one person costs about $4,500. This doesn’t include the air pack, mask, and tank, which is about another $10,000 per person. The fire department received a Gary Sinise …
At 7:17 PM on Tuesday, June 25, a wildland fire was reported on South Pittsburg Mountain. Around 8 PM South Pittsburg Mountain Fire Department requested assistance from the Jasper Highlands Fire Department. The forestry service and the two fire departments contained the fire around 10:20 PM.
On Wednesday night (March 20, 2024), at approximately 6:15 p.m., the South Pittsburg Mountain Fire Department responded to the 10000 Block of South Pittsburg Mountain Road. When they arrived, firemen found a 6-foot enclosed trailer fully engulfed in flames. Multiple firefighters responded to the scene for approximately one hour. There were no injuries to citizens …
Each year, the first week in March is observed in Tennessee as Volunteer Firefighters Week to honor and recognize volunteer firefighters for their courageous and dedicated service. “Tennessee’s volunteer fire departments embody the Volunteer State’s spirit as they willingly put their lives on the line for their communities for little or no compensation or recognition …
The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office proudly announce that 196 Tennessee volunteer fire departments will receive grants as part of the $10 million Volunteer Firefighter Equipment and Training Grant Program. Area departments receiving grants: South Pittsburg Mountain, Mt. Crest in Bledsoe County, Crossroads in Powell Crossroads, Mullins …
On Monday, at approximately 9:50 am, the South Pittsburg Mountain Volunteer Fire Department responded to Frank Bolton Rd for a structure fire with two units and five firemen. We also requested Sewanee TN Volunteer Fire Department for mutual aid, and Marion County Constable Stacy Hickman also responded for traffic safety. Sewanee Fire responded with an …
The Marion County Fire Prevention Day will be held at the old Jasper Elementary School this Saturday, October 7th, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Come meet your local firefighters and see the tools and vehicles they use to keep you safe. Drop by and sign up for free fire alarm installations from your local …
South Pittsburg Mountain Volunteer Fire Department is hosting a Cruise-In on September 30, 2023 10 am to 3 pm. Jump in your ride and head to the South Pittsburg Mountain Fire Dept. Any hot rods, cars, and trucks are welcome. Bring your Ferrari, mom’s Buick, that old jalopy, your rock crawler! South Pittsburg Mountain Volunteer …
