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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The Jackson Police Department hosted a Public Information Officer course July 28-30, 2026. This course, facilitated by University of Tennessee’s Law Enforcement Innovation Center, taught local Public Information Officers from the City of Jackson and surrounding areas.
This valuable course taught leaders the mechanics of working with local and national media during times of crises in our communities as well as providing safety and information updates for those communities.
Pictured: City of Jackson, TN - Government Communications Director Kenneth Cummings
JPD Major Danielle Jones
JPD Sgt. Joey Williams
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This is our why!!!
Eight months ago, the Jackson Fire Department responded to a serious automobile accident involving a grandmother, aunt, mother, and 4-year-old Naomi. Three members of the family suffered severe injuries, including sweet Naomi, who sustained 14 skull fractures.
Seeing Naomi smiling, recovering, and sharing such a special, unbreakable bond with FF/Paramedic Crozier (her rescuer) reminds every single one of us why we do what we do.
Thank you to Naomi’s family for coming by and sharing your journey with our recruits. You’ve inspired the next generation of responders and we pray for continued healing!
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Sparky had a great time hanging out at the fire station with two special friends Lily Padd and Mr. Froggy! 🧯🐸💙
Thanks for stopping by, learning about fire safety, and making the day even more fun. We loved having you visit and can’t wait to see you again!
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Jackson Firefighters Rescue Two Occupants in Apartment Fire
This evening around 7:00 PM, firefighters from Stations 2 and 5 responded to a report of a fire at the Village Apartments on Old Hickory.
First-arriving crews encountered a fire in a four-unit building and immediately initiated search, rescue, and fire suppression efforts. Firefighters located two occupants trapped on the second floor of an adjacent apartment and safely rescued them through a second-story window.
Thanks to aggressive tactical work, the fire was quickly brought under control and confined to the apartment of origin, preventing severe damage to neighboring units.
Key Takeaways from Tonight's Incident:
Working Smoke Alarms: A functioning smoke alarm alerted the occupants to the danger, giving firefighters the critical time needed to perform the rescue.
Responder Care: One firefighter was treated on scene by JFD Paramedics for a minor injury.
We extend our gratitude to the firefighters of Stations 2 and 5 for their courage and rapid response. Please take a moment today to test your own smoke alarms and review your family’s home fire escape plan. ... See MoreSee Less
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We wrapped up the final day of our recruit academy with high-angle rescue and rope operations training! 🧗♂️🔥
Recruits put their skills to the test as they tackled rappelling from our training tower, building the confidence, discipline, and technical expertise needed to perform safely in challenging rescue situations.
From the classroom to the tower, these recruits have demonstrated the dedication and determination it takes to serve our community. Congratulations on finishing strong—we can’t wait to see what the future holds for this outstanding group! 🚒💪 ... See MoreSee Less
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Please pray for the safety of all TN Task Force-1 members as they deploy to Texas to assist with rescue efforts due the major flooding.🚨Tennessee Task Force 1 Activated for Deployment to Texas! ... See MoreSee Less
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Testing your smoke alarms should not be as rare as a black bear sighting. ... See MoreSee Less
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Please join us in congratulating Driver Justin Bailey, Firefighter Casey Naylor, and Driver Brian Taylor on 15 years of dedicated service with the Jackson Fire Department!
For the past 15 years, these three have faithfully served the citizens of Jackson with professionalism, courage, and commitment. Their dedication to protecting our community and supporting their fellow firefighters has made a lasting impact on our department.
Thank you, Justin, Casey, and Brian, for your years of service and sacrifice. Congratulations on this well-earned milestone, and here's to many more years of serving our community!
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