Gallatin Fire Department

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Gallatin Fire Department Committed to the preservation and protection of life, property, and environment. The Gallatin Fire Department have staff members, serving on 24-hour shifts.

The City of Gallatin Fire-Rescue Department is committed to the preservation and protection of life, property, and environment from the adverse effects of fire, medical emergencies, and hazardous conditions through sustained training, progressive education, and constant diligence to provide the highest level of customer service possible. Ethical values will remain the core of every decision made by each member of the Department. The Gallatin Fire Department has four stations to protect more than 42,000 residents as well as commercial, professional and industrial properties spread across 32 square miles in Sumner County. With 90 line personnel (3 shifts of 30 firefighters each). Counting the front office personnel, there are even more. The city maintains an ISO 2/2x Public Protection Classification, which ranks the city among the top fire departments across the state. That ISO designation also helps to keep insurance costs low for property owners. The fire department responds to more than 6,400 calls a year. Firefighters also provide fire safety instruction to the public and several local schools and daycares.

This morning at approximately 0600 crews were dispatched to the 700 block of East Main for a reported structure fire. On...
10/20/2026

This morning at approximately 0600 crews were dispatched to the 700 block of East Main for a reported structure fire. On arrival, fire suppression began and the incident was brought under control, preventing further damage to the home. There are no injuries to report. Six fire apparatus, Battalion 11, and several members of the command staff responded. Please keep this family in your prayers as they begin the recovery process.

10/19/2026

Stay warm AND safe as temperatures "fall" (pun intended) this week! Remember:

-Portable heaters need their space. Keep flammable items like blankets, rugs, or furniture at least three feet away from space heaters and wood stoves.

-Have a three-foot “kid-free zone” around open fires and space heaters.

-Make sure your space heater has a tip-over switch that automatically shuts off the heater's power if the heater orientation changes, including falling forward. A heater that does not have a tip-over switch is a fire hazard.

-Always turn portable heaters (such as space heaters or kerosene heaters) off when you go to bed or leave the room.

-Never use the kitchen oven range to heat your home. In addition to being a fire hazard, it can be a source of toxic fumes.

-Always use working smoke alarms in your home!

Thank you to Volunteer State Community College’s For Christ Alone for stopping by to support and pray over our Station 2...
10/18/2026

Thank you to Volunteer State Community College’s For Christ Alone for stopping by to support and pray over our Station 2 “C” shift crew!

This morning at approximately 0615 crews were dispatched to the area of South Water and Coles Ferry for a reported struc...
10/14/2026

This morning at approximately 0615 crews were dispatched to the area of South Water and Coles Ferry for a reported structure fire. On arrival crews reported a detached garage that was fully involved. Crews were able to keep the fire contained to the original structure and there are no injuries to report. Several people reported hearing an explosion, or explosions, and these occurrences are consistent with common items that would be stored in a shop/garage. The response consisted of six fire apparatus and 30 personnel. We would also like to thank Sumner County EMS, Gallatin Police Department, Gallatin Electric, and Gallatin Public Utilities for their assistance. The fire is currently under investigation by the Fire Marshal’s office to determine cause and origin. Please keep this family in your thought as they deal with this emergency.

A HUGE thank you to Longhorns of Gallatin for providing a meal for our Station 5 fire and EMS crews! We are very appreci...
10/14/2026

A HUGE thank you to Longhorns of Gallatin for providing a meal for our Station 5 fire and EMS crews! We are very appreciative!

10/13/2026

After our recent story involving Text-to-911, we wanted to remind everyone that this works.

Call if you can. Text if you can’t.

Text-to-911 can help people with hearing or speech disabilities, or anyone in an emergency where speaking could put them in danger.

With active cell service that supports texting, send your location and emergency to 911. Use plain words, no slang, abbreviations, photos, videos, or emojis. Reply to the dispatcher when they respond.

Sumner County and many other Tennessee agencies support Text-to-911. If texting isn’t supported in your area, you should receive a message saying your text wasn’t delivered.

Also, old phones can still make voice calls to 911 without an active service plan. Keep this in mind in emergencies, and before letting small children play with them.

Over the weekend, members of our Honor Guard assisted with the Tennessee Fallen Firefighters Memorial. This took place a...
10/12/2026

Over the weekend, members of our Honor Guard assisted with the Tennessee Fallen Firefighters Memorial. This took place at the Tennessee Fire and Codes Academy located in Bell Buckle, Tennessee. Our Honor Guard continues to represent our department and city with professionalism!

Home Safety Alert: Rethink How You Charge Large Devices. Did you know larger lithium-ion battery-powered devices like e-...
10/07/2026

Home Safety Alert: Rethink How You Charge Large Devices. Did you know larger lithium-ion battery-powered devices like e-bikes and scooters require extra caution when charging? Take C.H.A.R.G.E. of Battery Safety by following these key charging & storage tips:✅ No Overnight Charging: For large devices, avoid charging them while you sleep.✅ Safe Location: Charge in a location that doesn't block exit paths, is separate from sleeping areas, and ideally outside your home (when possible). Store large devices behind a closed door at night.✅ Stay Alert for Warning Signs: Regularly inspect all devices for swelling, punctures, excessive heat, unusual sounds (hissing, popping), or strange odors. White or gray wispy smoke means immediate danger of fire. If you notice warning signs, stop using the device immediately. Your proactive steps can prevent a potential fire. Learn more at BatteryFireSafety.org.

10/06/2026

Fire safety can start before the charger ever comes out of the box.

When buying something powered by a lithium-ion battery, look for a certification mark from a nationally recognized testing laboratory, such as UL, ETL, or CSA. That listing means the product has been evaluated against important safety standards.

Be careful with the too-good-to-be-true charger or replacement battery online. NFPA recommends using the charger that came with your device or one approved by the manufacturer.

A few seconds checking the product before you buy it can eliminate a risk before it ever enters your home! If a fire does occur, working smoke alarms, an escape plan, and properly installed home fire sprinklers remain important layers of protection.


Sparky The Fire Dog

We appreciate the opportunity to share information about a career in the fire service. Thank you to Gallatin High School...
10/01/2026

We appreciate the opportunity to share information about a career in the fire service. Thank you to Gallatin High School for the invite to their career day.

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119 GFD Memorial Boulevard
Gallatin, TN
37066

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