Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs

08/24/2026

The 2026 Fire Conference gets underway with the pre-conference Chaplaincy Class led by Ronnie Cowart

08/11/2026

It is with deep regret to report an LODD of a Georgia firefighter. George "Bubba" Julius Deverger passed away on August 5th after a long battle with cancer. “Bubba” was a 46 year decorated firefighter and EMT, serving 39 years at U.S. Naval Sub Base Kings Bay, and beginning his career with the McIntosh County Fire Department and the Glynn County Fire Department. He served for four terms as a County Commissioner, helping bring new jobs and development, and taking care of rural citizens and their tax dollars.

Visitation services will be held on Friday, August 14th at Edo Miller in Brunswick from 6-8 o'clock.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 15th at Edo Miller in Brunswick at 10AM, Mr. David Simmons officiating. Burial will follow at St. Andrews Cemetery, Darien, GA.

Below is the link to the obituary:

Celebrate the life of George Deverger, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home.

08/04/2026

🚒 Don't wait...register today!

The 2026 Georgia Fire Service Conference is shaping up to be one of our best yet!

If you haven't registered, now is the perfect time.

📅 August 24-29, 2026
📍 Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center

Join us for a week filled with learning, leadership, networking, and the traditions that make the Georgia fire service so strong.

👉 Register now: https://www.gafc.org/conferenceTrainings

We can't wait to see you in Augusta! 🔥🚒

07/04/2026

Join us in celebrating the 250th anniversary of our nation's founding. Stay safe out there.

06/17/2026

🚨 Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2026 Georgia Firefighters Competition! 🚨

Think your department has what it takes to come out on top?

Gather your crew and get ready to compete at the 2026 Georgia Fire Service Conference in Augusta, Georgia! Teams from across the state will battle through four challenging obstacles for ultimate bragging rights and the title of Georgia Firefighters Competition Champion.

🔥 Competition Date: August 27, 2026
📍 Location: Augusta, GA
👨‍🚒 Team Size: Up to 7 members
🏆 Limited to the first 10 departments to register!
📅 Registration Deadline: July 31, 2026

There's still plenty of time to practice, sharpen your skills, and prepare your team for an unforgettable day of competition.

Don't wait—spots are limited!

🔗 Register today: www.gsffa.org/firefighter-competition

06/17/2026

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06/13/2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and members of Rockdale County Fire Rescue.

06/10/2026

Reminder! registration for the 2026 Georgia Fire Service Conference is now open!

📅 August 24 - 29, 2026
📍 Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center, Augusta, GA
Conference Agenda
Please note: This year, payment will be required when you register.

To register go to
https://members.gacities.com/GACities_Member_Site/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=2026FIRESE

Questions? Contact:
GSFA Business Manager Taylor Moore
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 770-914-7774
GAFC Business Manager Yalonde Tanner
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 678-686-6239
We look forward to seeing you in Augusta!

Interact with Fire Service Vendors:
Exhibit Hall open on Wednesday and Thursday
Make plans to visit the Exhibit Hall on Wednesday afternoon during the opening reception from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and again on Thursday from 9:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. to interact with the conference vendors and learn more about their products, services and programs.

Recognize Fallen Firefighters


Each year as part of the Georgia Fire Service Conference, firefighters who passed away during the previous year are recognized at the annual Memorial Service, scheduled this year for Thursday, October 2nd at 12:30 p.m. Firefighters do not have to have been a member of the Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs or the Georgia State Firefighters Association to be recognized.

If you have lost a current or retired member of your department since the last conference (September 2024), please submit their information so that they may be recognized. All information is due by August 31, 2025.

06/09/2026

Each year we select an individual to receive the James W Williams Outstanding Service Award. This year our Parliamentarian Dewayne Jamison was selected and presented the award at the recent Leadership Conference.
This award is presented to an individual who has demonstrated exceptional dedication, leadership and commitment to the fire service. This award recognizes those whose outstanding contributions, selfless service and lasting impact have strengthened the fire service and the community they serve.
🎉Chief Jamison, thank you for your service and dedication to improving the fire service in Georgia. 🫡

06/09/2026

After a fantastic week of the Southeastern Association of Fire Chiefs and GAFC Leadership conference we would like to extend a huge thank you to the Savannah Fire Department and Chatham County Fire Department for their support and hospitality. You not only made the event possible but made it wonderful!