Sylvia-Yellow Creek Fire Department

09/10/2026

🌊 Swift Water Rescue Training Completed 🌊

Sylvia Yellow Creek Fire Department would like to congratulate Firefighter Cole Bone on successfully completing Swift Water Rescue II last month on the Hiwassee River in East Tennessee.

This specialized training is a tremendous asset to our department and community. With multiple streams running through our response area and several locations prone to flooding, having trained swift-water rescue personnel strengthens our ability to respond safely and effectively during water-related emergencies.

We are proud of Firefighter Bone’s dedication to advanced training and his commitment to protecting our community!

09/02/2026

On Monday afternoon at approximately 1:08 p.m., Sylvia Yellow Creek Fire Department was dispatched to the 300 block of Burgess Road for a reported camper fire.

Engine 1611 and Engine 1612 responded. Tennessee City Fire Rescue, Dickson County EMA/Fire, and Dickson County Fire Rescue were requested for mutual aid due to nearby homes and other possible exposures.

Firefighters arrived to find the camper fully involved, with multiple items exploding inside. The first-arriving engine quickly deployed a master stream to knock down the heavy fire and protect the surrounding homes. Once the main body of fire was brought under control, personnel used handlines to complete extinguishment and overhaul operations.

Fire personnel later determined that a mechanical failure involving the camper caused the earlier roadside grass fires along Yellow Creek Road.

We appreciate TCFR, DCEMA/Fire, and DCFR for their quick response and continued mutual-aid support.

09/02/2026

On Monday morning at approximately 11:50 a.m., Sylvia Yellow Creek Fire Department was dispatched to the area of Yellow Creek Road and Nesbitt Cemetery Road following reports of multiple grass fires along the roadside.

Due to the number of fires reported, Tennessee City Fire Rescue and Dickson County EMA/Fire were requested to provide mutual aid.

Responding SYCFD units included Brush 1614, Engine 1611, and Engine 1612. We appreciate TCFR and DCEMA/Fire for their assistance and continued partnership.

08/29/2026

SYCFD would like to wish Lieutenant Brian Nadeau a Happy Birthday.

08/19/2026

On Monday, August 17, at approximately 5:26 p.m., Sylvia Yellow Creek Fire Department was dispatched to a structure fire in the 2500 block of Maple Grove Road.

Upon arrival, firefighters encountered an active structure fire and immediately began fire suppression operations. Due to the rural location and the need for additional personnel and water, multiple mutual-aid agencies responded to assist with establishing a water supply, controlling the fire, and completing overhaul operations.

Sylvia Yellow Creek Fire Department would like to thank Dickson County Fire & Rescue, Dickson County EMA, Tennessee City Fire Department, McEwen Fire Department, Houston County Fire Department, Dickson County EMS, the Dickson County Sheriff’s Office, and Dickson Electric Department for their assistance.

Incidents like this demonstrate the importance of strong cooperation among neighboring departments and public-safety agencies. We sincerely appreciate everyone who responded and worked together throughout this incident.

07/22/2026

DICKSONCOUNTY911: Tornado Warning until 09:30PM

07/22/2026

Tornado Warning Dickson County

07/21/2026

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until midnight. Have multiple ways to receive warnings!

07/10/2026