Points of Information
If your house is on fire or you are suffering a medical emergency dial 911 immediately. DO NOT wait for the situation to get worse before calling for help. By dailing 911 early, help can already be on its way.
Display your house number where it can be easily seen from the road. At night or in inclement weather, it can be difficult to identify a house number from the road.
We encourage you to purchase the large green (reflective) house number signs. They're inexpensive and are very helpful
Change your smoke detector's batteries once a year and check at least once a month to see if it is working. If you have a smoke detector that is 10 years old or older, replace it. Smoke detectors do save lives; ask us
Sullivan County residents, not residing inside city limits (where burning is not permitted) are required to obtain a burn permit when burning brush or refuge between October 15 and May 15. You can obtain a permit by calling the Forestry Service at (423) 239-5811 (M-F)
Keep a fire extinguisher in your kitchen, garage and where a house fire is most likely to occur. Always check your fire extinguishers to make sure they are ready when you need them.
In the event of an emergency can an emergency vehicle get to your home? Low lying tree limbs or power lines can make it difficult, if not impossible, for trucks to reach your house.
If you have any questions about fire safety we have a variety of brochures that we can give you concerning fire safety.
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If your in our coverage area and We're your fire department feel free to visit us anytime. We will be happy to give you a tour or answer any questions you may have. If you'd like to learn more about our department you may call us at (423)288-7841 or visit us.