Saving Lives in Jackson since 1882

The Jackson Fire Department delivers exceptional fire protection, community service, and emergency response services to Jackson, Tennessee. Explore Fire Safety or see how you can become a firefighter.

Saving Lives in Jackson since 1882

The Jackson Fire Department delivers exceptional fire protection, community service, and emergency response services to Jackson, Tennessee. Explore Fire Safety or see how you can become a firefighter.

Our Mission

The Jackson Fire Department’s goal is to support the Jackson community by providing emergency services, including fire and medical response. We achieve this through active community engagement and the use of advanced technology. Our services include fire prevention, suppression, emergency communication, and medical assistance. We are dedicated to offering excellent public education programs, ensuring top-notch training for our personnel, and enforcing safety codes to keep our community safe.

Start Your Career Today

Ready for your next challenge? You’re invited to apply for a career delivering life-saving emergency service to your local community. Learn about our training, career development, and application process here:

Community + the Jackson Fire Department

We invite businesses, groups, and individuals to be a part of our mission to enhance public safety in Jackson, Tennessee. Our community efforts include programs such as Community Connect, hands-only CPR training, a Ride-Along program, and a Smoke Detector installation service.

Connect Your Business

We partner with local businesses to teach emergency and safety, including fire safety, first aid, CPR, and AED deployment. For organizations looking to partner with the Jackson Fire Department’s local life-saving mission, request more information here.

Help Us help Others

The Jackson Fire + Rescue Community Safety Fund

Did you know: City funding covers essential fire rescue support, but there are limitations to funding progressive community safety advancements. Over 94% of our annual operating budget is allocated toward department salaries and benefits. Donations, community support, and business partnerships allow us to improve our services while expanding our community safety, training, and preparedness efforts in our growing city.

We’re proud to accept donations from individuals, local businesses, and corporations to support the mission of Jackson Fire & Rescue Department. These generous contributions strengthen our fire and life safety initiatives, extend training for our personnel, and invest in advanced technology to better serve our community. Your support truly makes a lasting impact on the safety and well-being of everyone we serve.

Your donation to the Jackson Fire & Rescue Community Safety Fund strengthens our ability to protect local life and property through fire rescue, prevention, and emergency medical response.

Our History

The Jackson Fire Department has a long and proud history of serving our community with compassion and dedication. Our community risk reduction campaigns are designed to improve the health and safety of the Jackson community. Since our founding in 1882, we have grown from a small team of volunteers to a modern, highly trained emergency response force. We have specialized teams for High-Angle Rescue, Hazardous Materials, Vehicle Extrication, Confined Spaces, and more. Our mission is clear and vital: provide exceptional fire protection, emergency medical and risk reduction services  to the citizens of Jackson, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

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🔥🚒 A Decade of Dedication! 🚒🔥
The Jackson Fire Department is proud to recognize Firefighter Justin Dunaway, Firefighter Daniel Duncan, Driver Wade Stanley, and Firefighter Brady Stewart for reaching an incredible milestone—10 years of service!
Since April 18, 2016, these four have answered the call time and time again, showing courage, commitment, and heart in everything they do. 💪
👏 Ten years of protecting lives, serving our community, and making a difference every single day. That’s something worth celebrating!
Join us in congratulating them on this outstanding achievement and thanking them for their continued dedication to the citizens of Jackson.
❤️ Your service does not go unnoticed—and we are grateful for you!
#JacksonFireDepartment #10YearsStrong #CommunityHeroes #FireService #ThankYouForYourService
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🔥🚒 A Decade of Dedication! 🚒🔥
The Jackson Fire Department is proud to recognize Firefighter Justin Dunaway, Firefighter Daniel Duncan, Driver Wade Stanley, and Firefighter Brady Stewart for reaching an incredible milestone—10 years of service!
Since April 18, 2016, these four have answered the call time and time again, showing courage, commitment, and heart in everything they do. 💪
👏 Ten years of protecting lives, serving our community, and making a difference every single day. That’s something worth celebrating!
Join us in congratulating them on this outstanding achievement and thanking them for their continued dedication to the citizens of Jackson.
❤️ Your service does not go unnoticed—and we are grateful for you!
#JacksonFireDepartment #10YearsStrong #CommunityHeroes #FireService #ThankYouForYourServiceImage attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

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Today, members of the Jackson Fire Department traveled to Millington to attend an EV Fire Behavior course.

Our crews gained valuable hands-on experience and insight into how electric vehicle fires behave, along with the tactics needed to safely and effectively manage these modern hazards. As technology evolves, so does our training—ensuring we’re always prepared to protect our community.

⚡🚒 #JacksonFire #TrainingMatters #EVSafety
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Today, members of the Jackson Fire Department traveled to Millington to attend an EV Fire Behavior course.

Our crews gained valuable hands-on experience and insight into how electric vehicle fires behave, along with the tactics needed to safely and effectively manage these modern hazards. As technology evolves, so does our training—ensuring we’re always prepared to protect our community.

⚡🚒 #JacksonFire #TrainingMatters #EVSafetyImage attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment

🎉 35 YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE! 🎉

Today, the Jackson Fire Department is incredibly proud to celebrate a massive milestone: Battalion Chief Mike Johnson has officially reached 35 years of service with our department! 🚒🔥

From April 15, 1991, to April 15, 2026, Chief Johnson has been a pillar of strength, leadership, and unwavering commitment to the safety of our community. For three and a half decades, his experience and dedication have made a lasting impact on countless lives and shaped the future of our department.

Please join us in congratulating Battalion Chief Johnson on this incredible achievement! Thank you, Chief, for 35 years of bravery, sacrifice, and excellence. Here's to you! 👏👨‍🚒
#JacksonFireDepartment #35YearsOfService #BattalionChief #FirefighterLife #CommunityHero #Dedication #JacksonPride
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🎉 35 YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE! 🎉

Today, the Jackson Fire Department is incredibly proud to celebrate a massive milestone: Battalion Chief Mike Johnson has officially reached 35 years of service with our department! 🚒🔥

From April 15, 1991, to April 15, 2026, Chief Johnson has been a pillar of strength, leadership, and unwavering commitment to the safety of our community. For three and a half decades, his experience and dedication have made a lasting impact on countless lives and shaped the future of our department.

Please join us in congratulating Battalion Chief Johnson on this incredible achievement! Thank you, Chief, for 35 years of bravery, sacrifice, and excellence. Heres to you! 👏👨‍🚒
#JacksonFireDepartment #35YearsOfService #BattalionChief #FirefighterLife #CommunityHero #Dedication #JacksonPride

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A big THANK YOU to Jim Scano and Firehouse Shirt Club for their generous donation! 🔥

Our crew at Station 2 had a great time meeting you and truly appreciate the support. We’re grateful for partnerships like this that help us continue serving our community.

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A big THANK YOU to Jim Scano and Firehouse Shirt Club for their generous donation! 🔥

Our crew at Station 2 had a great time meeting you and truly appreciate the support. We’re grateful for partnerships like this that help us continue serving our community.

#FDICRoadTrip26

Yesterday, Engine 77 C Shift had a great time visiting the students at Trinity Pre-K! 🚒

Crews shared important fire safety tips, reminded students that firefighters are their friends—so never hide from them—and showed off the fire truck up close.

Thank you for having us! We love helping our youngest community members learn how to stay safe.
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Yesterday, Engine 77 C Shift had a great time visiting the students at Trinity Pre-K! 🚒

Crews shared important fire safety tips, reminded students that firefighters are their friends—so never hide from them—and showed off the fire truck up close.

Thank you for having us! We love helping our youngest community members learn how to stay safe.Image attachmentImage attachment

We see you, City of Jackson, TN - Police Department… 👀

When we saw your “Daddy’s Home” video, we figured it was only right to remind everyone who really makes an entrance. 🚒🔥

So here’s Jackson Fire Department pulling up like… yeah, we heard y’all needed us. 😎

No sirens needed—just vibes (and maybe a little friendly competition).

#JacksonFire #DaddysHome #FriendlyRivalry #WeGotNext
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Yesterday afternoon, C Shift crews from the Jackson Fire Department responded to a small fire in the basement of the historic Greyhound bus station in downtown Jackson.

Thanks to their rapid response and teamwork, crews were able to quickly extinguish the fire and limit damage to the structure.

Great work by all involved in protecting a piece of our city’s history! 🚒
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Yesterday afternoon, C Shift crews from the Jackson Fire Department responded to a small fire in the basement of the historic Greyhound bus station in downtown Jackson.

Thanks to their rapid response and teamwork, crews were able to quickly extinguish the fire and limit damage to the structure.

Great work by all involved in protecting a piece of our city’s history! 🚒Image attachmentImage attachment+6Image attachment
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