Mowbray Volunteer Fire Department

06/23/2026

Let's roll up those sleeves!
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HCEMS, Blood Assurance, and local public safety partners invite the community to help save lives through blood donation

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – Hamilton County EMS (HCEMS) is partnering with Blood Assurance and local public safety agencies to host the Scenic City Saves Lives Community Blood Drive on Saturday, July 11, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Miller Park, 928 Market Street in downtown Chattanooga.
The event is designed to raise awareness about the critical need for blood donations while supporting HCEMS’s recently launched prehospital whole blood program, which allows specially trained crews to administer whole blood to patients suffering from severe trauma and life-threatening hemorrhage before they arrive at the hospital.
The blood drive comes as emergency responders prepare for the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day, often referred to as the “100 Deadliest Days of Summer,” when traffic crashes, outdoor injuries, and trauma incidents traditionally increase.
“Every unit of blood donated has the potential to save lives right here in our community,” said HCEMS officials. “As we enter the busiest trauma season of the year, maintaining a strong local blood supply is more important than ever. Blood donated today could be the blood that saves a neighbor, friend, or family member tomorrow.”
Just weeks after announcing the implementation of the whole blood program, HCEMS crews administered their first unit of whole blood in the field to a critically injured trauma patient, demonstrating the immediate impact this lifesaving capability can have on patient outcomes.
The event will feature representatives and equipment from local public safety agencies and provide an opportunity for residents to learn more about emergency preparedness, trauma care, and the lifesaving role blood donors play in supporting emergency medical services.

Community Invitation
HCEMS and Blood Assurance invite all residents of Chattanooga and Hamilton County to participate by donating blood and helping ensure a stable supply is available for patients in need.

First Responder Agency Invitation
HCEMS also extends an invitation to all fire departments, law enforcement agencies, emergency medical services, rescue squads, and public safety organizations throughout Hamilton County to join the effort by:
• Donating blood
• Encouraging personnel to participate
• Sharing information about the drive within their agencies
• Bringing emergency vehicles for public display (as staffing and operational needs allow)
• Helping promote the importance of blood donation and trauma preparedness
Together, we can demonstrate the strength of our public safety community while helping ensure lifesaving blood products remain available when they are needed most.
Event Details
Scenic City Saves Lives Community Blood Drive
📍 Miller Park, 928 Market Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402
📅 Saturday, July 11
⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Give Local. Save Local.
For more information or to schedule a donation appointment, scan the QR code on the event flyer or click the link:
https://donor.bloodassurance.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/181815

06/23/2026

06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day from Mowbray Volunteer Fire Department!

Today we celebrate all the fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, and father figures who lead with strength, integrity, and selflessness.

A special thank you goes to the dads who serve our department. Whether you're responding to emergencies, training to protect our community, or spending precious time with your family, your dedication both at home and in service does not go unnoticed.

We also want to thank the families who support these men every day. Your encouragement and sacrifices make their service possible.

From all of us at Mowbray Volunteer Fire Department, we wish you a safe, happy, and blessed Father's Day.

Thank you for all you do—at home and in our community.
🚒❤️ Happy Father's Day!

06/16/2026

06/11/2026

After the completion of our Hazmat Awareness and Hazmat Ops Mowbray will be hosting a Firefighter 1 class. Please contact Kyle for schedule and registration.

06/11/2026

Mowbray will be hosting Hazmat Awareness and Hazmat Ops class starting in August. This class is open to all departments. Please reach out to Kyle for additional information or to register.

05/31/2026

Today members of MVFD and many other departments joined together to have the Tri-State Mutual Aid Association annual swiftwater rescue technician class. Thank you Hamilton County Special Tactics & Rescue Services...(STARS) for hosting this course. There were a lot of skills learned today by some of the best! Tomorrow all students and instructor will return for the final day of skills. It’s so wonderful seeing so many departments working together to provide the best they can for their communities!

05/26/2026

This course provides the foundation for Fire/Rescue/EMS chaplain service and teaches an established and credentialed system of protocols in order to provide chaplaincy to emergency service workers and the public.

05/26/2026

05/23/2026

Earlier today, around 3:30 PM, a Hamilton County Sheriff's Office Deputy was traveling southbound along the 14100 block of Dayton Pike when suddenly a deer entered the roadway, became airborne, and crashed through the deputy’s windshield, landing in the passenger seat.

The deputy sustained minor injuries; however, the deer was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. The Tennessee Highway Patrol is investigating the crash, and the HCSO Traffic Unit was notified to conduct a follow-up investigation at a later time.

Remember, as more people (and apparently deer) will be on the roadways this holiday weekend, be alert to your surroundings and do your best to utilize safe driving practices.

This information is preliminary and subject to change. No further details are available.