Rhea County Emergency Management

06/11/2026

Rhea County Emergency Management Agency and Rhea County Fire Department are proud to share our newest 2 trucks. One of which was donated and the other one cost a fifth of the normal price for the same type of truck. These have been converted into mobile command/drone unit and wildland fire unit that have recently been placed into service to better support our community.

These additions strengthen our ability to respond safely, efficiently, and effectively during emergencies of all kinds.

We want to extend our sincere appreciation to EMA Director and Fire Chief Brad Harrison and for his leadership and dedication throughout this process. Their commitment to improving public safety continues to move our county forward.

As always, our mission remains the same: to serve the residents of Rhea County with professionalism, preparedness, and pride.

05/09/2026

05/05/2026

Our main goal is to keep the families of Rhea County safe. No new road closures today, but heavy foot traffic is expected in the area of Downtown Dayton near the walking track.

Also, remember that today is Election Day and areas around the polls and Election Commission may be busier than usual. Please plan ahead and remain alert.

The carnival is open from 6:00 P.M. until 11:00 P.M. tonight.

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05/01/2026

04/21/2026

TRAFFIC ALERT:

Update 1:03pm: Cranmore Cove Rd is now fully reopened for traffic.

Update 11:20am: Cranmore Cove Rd is still closed to thru traffic at time. This post will be updated when Cranmore Cove has been fully reopened.

7:30am: Please use caution in the area of the 3600 block of Cranmore Cove Rd/State Rd 303 while crews work to clear a non-injury commercial vehicle accident. The roadway may be shut down at times while the wrecker service clears the accident scene. This post will be updated when the roadway has been reopened.

04/12/2026

Let's help support our local volunteer fire department.

03/28/2026

The Tennessee Division of Forestry has placed Rhea County, along with multiple counties across East Tennessee, under hazardous fire conditions. As a result, burn permits will not be issued through at least March 30, 2026.

Residents are reminded that burn permits are required for all outdoor burning between October 15 and May 15.

If you observe any signs of smoke, fire, or suspicious burning activity, please contact Rhea County Non-Emergency Dispatch at 423-775-2442. In the event of an emergency, dial 911.

For updates on burn permit status or to obtain additional information, please visit: https://www.tn.gov/tnwildlandfire/prevention/safe-debris-burning/permits.html

We encourage all citizens to remain vigilant and help reduce the risk of wildfire during these elevated conditions.