Catoosa County Fire Department

05/27/2026

UPDATE: Interstate 75 is in the process of re-opening. Continue to expect delays due to the severe congestion. Use caution and utilizing another route is still recommended for the next hour or so. Thank you for your patience.

Catoosa County Fire Department and Catoosa County Sheriff's office are currently working a major motor vehicle accident on I-75 South near mile marker 348.

PLEASE TRY AND AVOID THIS AREA IF POSSIBLE. All lanes will be completely shut down temporarily to allow LifeForce to land safely.

Expect significant delays and use an alternate route. Please slow down and use caution for emergency crews working in the area.

05/22/2026

Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Catoosa County Fire Department Explorer Post Fire Academy! There is NO fee to register, and the camp will be held at our State-of-the-Art Training Facility off Mack Smith Road, June 16-18, 2026. Registration is open until June 5, 2026. Keep in mind, this Academy is currently for those already enrolled in an Explorer Post or Cadet Program. If you're interested in joining our Explorer Post before the academy begins, please reach out to (706) 861-4194!

If you have any questions regarding the Post or the academy, feel free to reach out! We look forward to seeing all of you in July!

Application Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexY25NL11XKkNXzq4gqkFj0f-4Eb_ntaGwA5WTXrIcAj3Zkw/viewform?usp=dialog

05/05/2026

Thank you to Battalion Chief, Drew Tapley, for accepting an award on behalf of Catoosa County Fire Department from the Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation, "Give Burns the Boot" campaign.

This award recognizes the fundraising efforts of fire departments across the state in support of the Foundation’s mission to assist burn survivors and provide burn prevention education.

In 2025, fire departments across Georgia raised an incredible $339,266, and Catoosa County Fire Department was recognized as the 9th highest collector in the State of Georgia.

We are proud to support such an important cause and grateful to our community for helping us make a difference. Thank you, Catoosa County!

05/04/2026

We are especially grateful for our members of Catoosa County Fire Department who serve our community with professionalism and dedication every day.

To all firefighters, past and present: thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your commitment to protecting life and property.

Happy International Firefighters’ Day.

05/04/2026

CCFD will be hosting a Heart Saver CPR (not considered BLS) Class on May 27, 2026. The class details are below!

Call our Headquarters at 706-861-4194 if you would like to attend. The cost of the class is FREE, but the American Heart Association does charge $20 for the CPR card. (Please bring exact change or check if you are purchasing a card). Contact us before spots fill up and come learn to save a life! Only 12 spots left!

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 @ 8:30 AM
Station 9 (Headquarters) - 201 Forrest Road
Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742

05/01/2026

Don't forget! The annual burn ban for the majority of Georgia counties, including Catoosa, begins today, May 1st. More information is available through the link below.

The Summer Open Burn Ban runs from May 1 - September 30 and includes 54 counties in Georgia.

04/29/2026

Starting this Friday May 1st, the annual Burn Ban for the majority of Georgia counties, including Catoosa, will be in effect until September 30th. The Open Burning Ban prohibits citizens and businesses from burning yard and land-clearing debris. This rule is in addition to the year-round state ban on the burning of household garbage.

For further information, please visit the website below:
https://epd.georgia.gov/air-protection-branch/open-burning-rules-georgia/summer-open-burning-ban?fbclid=IwY2xjawRfTMFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeWKz_rvVAdhOt6d2WOc2UihgkGbqyqqzEJ5aA_CmErTpeEzZHjdQdWr_hmGU_aem_KiA04uu7AfOX8mIRQ8t2xQ

The Summer Open Burn Ban runs from May 1 - September 30 and includes 54 counties in Georgia.

04/29/2026

04/29/2026

Thank you to Ringgold Eastern Star Chapter for donating waters, Gatorades, and other supplies to send with crew members traveling to South Georgia to assist with the wildfires. We are incredibly proud of our firefighters who are responding to the call to help communities all across the state.

04/22/2026

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Spring is the perfect time to get outside and make your home fire-safe. By following this checklist, you’ll help protect your home while also safeguarding animals, trees, and plants.

Download your fire safety checklist here: https://nfpa.social/4i2uIU7