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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🌭🔥 HUGE SHOUTOUT & HEARTFELT THANK YOU! 🔥🌭
We are absolutely blown away by the incredible generosity of WoodmenLife, Chapter 28! 🪵❤️
Thanks to their AMAZING donation of hot dogs, the Jackson Fire Department’s 2nd Annual Fire Prevention Week Truck-or-Treat is going to be bigger, better, and infinitely more delicious! 🚒🎃✨
Community support like this is what keeps our city burning bright (and our bellies full!). We couldn't do this without partners like you. Thank you for helping us make this event an unforgettable night for all our truck-or-treaters! 🙌👻🔥
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Huge thank you to NAFECOFire for stepping up as a Fire Safety Friend sponsor for the Jackson Fire Department’s 2nd Annual Fire Prevention Week Truck-or-Treat! 🚒🎃
Mark your calendars! Drop by on October 3, from 11 AM - 2 PM for all the fun! We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉👻 ... See MoreSee Less
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Get ready for some Halloween fun with the Jackson Fire Department! 🎃🚒
A huge shoutout to our friends at Froggy 104 and Lily Padd for helping us spread the word with this awesome video! 📻🎶👇
Join us for the 2nd Annual Fire Prevention Week Trunk-or-Treat! Bring the whole family out for treats, fire safety fun, and a chance to meet your local firefighters. 🍬✨
This event is proudly brought to you by American Fire Protection Group .
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Keeping Jackson safe takes a village—and American Fire Protection Group continues to lead the way. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to local fire prevention and safety education! 🚒✨ ... See MoreSee Less
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🎀 These shirts are HOTTER than a two-story with a bad attitude. 🔥😂
Our 2026 Breast Cancer Awareness T-Shirts are on pre-sale, so grab your 2026 Breast Cancer Awareness T-Shirt and help us paint Jackson PINK while supporting an important cause. 💗
⏰ Pre-sales end TOMORROW, September 18!
👉 GET YOURS:
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Don’t let this opportunity go up in smoke! 🔥🎀 ... See MoreSee Less
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🚒🍬 A HUGE thank you to Mars Snacking! 🍬🚒
We are so grateful for your generous donation in support of our upcoming 2nd Annual Fire Prevention Week Truck-or-Treat! Your support helps us make this community event possible—and a whole lot sweeter! ❤️
🎃 Want to help make Truck-or-Treat a success?
🤝 Sponsorships are still available until this Friday, September 18! Businesses and community partners interested in sponsoring the event can contact us for details.
🍭 Candy donations are also being accepted through October 1st! If you’d like to donate candy for the event, we’d love to have your help.
For sponsorship information or candy donation details, contact Melissa Nelson at 731-513-0711.
Thank you to all of our amazing community partners for helping us make fire safety fun for our youngest firefighters! 🚒👨🚒👩🚒🎃 ... See MoreSee Less
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Services for retired Fire Chief Maxie Stewart will be held this Friday, September 18th, at George A. Smith & Sons North Chapel. Visitation will take place from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, followed immediately by a memorial service at 1:00 PM. ... See MoreSee Less
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🎃 Trunk-or-Treat Vendor Call! 🚒
We’re gearing up for our 2nd Annual Fire Prevention Week Trunk-or-Treat, and we want YOU to be a part of it!
This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your business or organization into the spotlight and connect directly with local families.
📅 When: Saturday, October 3, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Where: 720 S. Highland Ave., Jackson, TN
Why join us as a trunk?
✨ Maximize local visibility
🤝 Build community connections
👨👩👧👦 High family engagement
Don’t miss out—grab your spot today and help us make this year’s event our best one yet!
👇 Interested? Check out the flyer details and send us a message or comment below to register your trunk! ... See MoreSee Less
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🚒🍬 A HUGE thank you to Jackson Coca-Cola! 🍬🚒
We are so grateful for your generous donation in support of our upcoming 2nd Annual Fire Prevention Week Truck-or-Treat! Your support helps us make this community event possible—and a whole lot sweeter! ❤️
🎃 Want to help make Truck-or-Treat a success?
🤝 Sponsorships are still available! Businesses and community partners interested in sponsoring the event can contact us for details.
🍭 Candy donations are also being accepted through October 1st! If you’d like to donate candy for the event, we’d love to have your help.
For sponsorship information or candy donation details, contact Melissa Nelson at 731-513-0711.
Thank you to all of our amazing community partners for helping us make fire safety fun for our youngest firefighters! 🚒👨🚒👩🚒🎃 ... See MoreSee Less
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