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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Today we’re celebrating an important milestone for six members of the Jackson Fire Department — 5 years of dedicated service to the citizens of Jackson! 🎉🚒
Please help us congratulate Firefighters Cliff Anglin, Dalton Crozier, Cameron Jackson, Matt Quinn, Andrew Roach, and Cody Rushing on reaching this achievement.
For the past five years, these firefighters have answered the call day and night, serving our community with professionalism, courage, and commitment. We are proud to have them on our team and look forward to many more years of service ahead.
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Additional photos from today's flood response.
We are incredibly grateful for the dedication and professionalism of our crews who continue to work throughout this event to keep our community safe. Thank you to all first responders and partner agencies assisting with the ongoing response.
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🌧️ FLOODING UPDATE 🌧️
Preliminary reports indicate Jackson Fire Department crews have completed approximately 10–12 water rescues so far during this flooding event.
Conditions are improving, and the rain has largely subsided. However, standing water remains on some roadways. Motorists are urged to continue using extreme caution and never drive into floodwaters. It only takes a small amount of moving water to sweep a vehicle away.
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⚠️ EXTREME CAUTION ⚠️
Jackson Fire Department crews are currently working multiple water rescues.
DO NOT drive through flooded roadways. DO NOT go around barricades. These roads are closed for a reason.
Heavy, slow-moving rain continues across our area and may last past midnight. If you don't have to travel, stay home.
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Firefighters, mark your calendar for October 10th! Jackson Fire is proud to announce we are hosting a Firefighter Rescue Survey class “From Data Sets to Skill Sets" presented by Jeffrey Bryant and Nick Ledin!
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🚨Smoke Alarm Installation Blitz 🚨
On Wednesday, June 3, 2026, the Jackson Fire Department will conduct a citywide Smoke Alarm Installation Blitz as part of #ProjectESCAPE.
From 10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., firefighters will focus on previously received smoke alarm requests while also working to expand smoke alarm coverage and provide fire safety education throughout the community.
Remember: In a home fire, you may only have 3–4 minutes to escape safely. Working smoke alarms, sleeping with bedroom doors closed, and practicing your home escape plan can save lives.
🔥 Plan A: Doors
🔥 Plan B: Windows
🔥 Plan C: Defend Your Space
FREE smoke alarms and CO alarms are provided through the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office “Get Alarmed, Tennessee” program. ... See MoreSee Less
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