Germantown Fire Department

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Germantown Fire Department

We are an all-hazards combination municipal fire department dedicated to providing exceptional emergency and essential services to our customers.

The Germantown Fire Department consists of 92 paid personnel and approximately 25 reserve fire fighters serving from 4 fire stations, staffing 4 engine companies, 3 ambulances and 1 truck company daily. The department provides a wide-range of emergency and essential services including but not limited to fire suppression, emergency medical response, hazardous materials response, special operations

rescue (confined space, trench, high-angle, water, swift water, and urban search and rescue), emergency management, and public fire safety education.

06/19/2026

Firefighter of the Year – Chief’s Award

We are proud to announce Lieutenant Charlie Haumesser as the recipient of the Germantown Fire Department’s Firefighter of the Year – Chief’s Award.

Lt. Haumesser consistently performs at the highest level, demonstrating exceptional technical expertise, positive leadership, and a commitment to excellence that makes him a trusted mentor and leader within our organization. His dedication to firefighter safety and operational excellence has had a significant impact across the department, particularly through his work in Mayday training and firefighter survival programs.

Whether teaching technical rescue skills, mentoring fellow firefighters, or responding to emergencies, Charlie’s professionalism and passion for the fire service make our department stronger every day.

Please join us in congratulating Lt. Haumesser on this well-deserved recognition.

06/18/2026

Please join us in congratulating Joe Bagwell on his promotion to Fire Inspector with the Germantown Fire Department.

Joe joined the department in September 2011 after attending rookie school as a reserve firefighter in 2009. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to service, leadership and community safety.

Before this promotion, Joe served as a paramedic firefighter and later as a driver. He was named the Knights of Columbus Firefighter of the Year in 2025, was part of the team recognized as State Fire Educators of the Year in 2014 and recently received the Meritorious Service Award for lifesaving actions during a structure fire.

Joe has also played a leading role in the department’s community risk reduction efforts and has been instrumental in educating residents through the Learn Not to Burn fire safety program.

In his new role as Fire Inspector, Joe will continue serving the community through fire inspections, prevention efforts and public education initiatives that help keep Germantown safe.

Congratulations, Joe, and thank you for your continued dedication to our community.

06/17/2026

🚑 The Germantown Fire Department has once again been recognized by the American Heart Association for excellence in emergency cardiovascular and stroke care, earning the Mission: Lifeline Gold Award.

GFD is one of only two departments in Tennessee to receive this recognition this year.

“This recognition demonstrates that the fire department has a sustained ability to deliver high-quality emergency cardiovascular and stroke care,” said EMS Chief Jerome Cole. “For residents, it means they can have confidence that when every minute counts, they are receiving care that meets nationally recognized standards and gives them the best possible chance of a positive outcome.”

The award reflects GFD’s continued commitment to rapid response, advanced emergency medical care and evidence-based treatment for heart attack and stroke patients.

06/12/2026

UPDATE: This warning has been extended until 3 PM.

⚠️ FLASH FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM CDT ⚠️

Heavy thunderstorms continue to move across the area, with 2 to 4 inches of rain already reported and additional rainfall possible. Flash flooding is ongoing or may begin shortly.

🌧 Rainfall rates could reach 2–3 inches per hour.
🚗 Never drive through flooded roadways.
⚠️ Turn Around, Don’t Drown — most flood-related deaths occur in vehicles.

Please be aware of your surroundings, use caution while traveling, and avoid flooded roads whenever possible.

06/08/2026

🚨 Germantown, the heat has returned! 🚨

Hot and humid conditions are back, with heat index values expected to reach between 105°F and 110°F starting Tuesday and continuing through the week. Additional heat advisories are likely as these dangerous conditions persist.

Hang in there, though—slightly cooler conditions will finally emerge in time for the upcoming weekend! 🌤️

Until then, please stay safe and practice extreme heat safety:

🧊 Cool Off: Take frequent breaks in the shade or in the AC.

🛑 Pace Yourself: Avoid strenuous activity during the hottest parts of the day.

🐾 Look Before You Lock: NEVER leave kids or pets unattended in vehicles.

👕 Dress Smart: Wear lightweight, light-colored, and loose-fitting clothing.

Stay hydrated, check on your neighbors, and stay cool, Germantown! 💧🏙️

05/27/2026

🚒 Firefighter of the Month 🚒

Please join us in congratulating Lt. Charlie Haumesser on being named our Firefighter of the Month!

Charlie consistently performs at the highest level and sets a standard of excellence we can all be proud of. A natural leader, he is respected by his fellow crew members and leads each day with integrity, professionalism and accountability.

His commitment to continuous improvement has helped strengthen multiple areas of emergency response within the department. Most notably, Charlie has played a key role in advancing firefighter safety and survival protocols, helping ensure every firefighter goes home safely at the end of each shift.

Thank you, Charlie, for your dedication, leadership and service to our department and the Germantown community.

05/15/2026

Training for the unexpected so we’re ready when it matters most!! 🌊🚤

Members of the District 9 Swiftwater Rescue Team recently participated in a multi-agency operational readiness exercise designed to test teamwork, communication, navigation, and technical rescue skills in realistic flood rescue scenarios.

Teams from multiple departments including, the Germantown Fire Department, Collierville Fire Department, Shelby County Fire Department, Munford Fire Department, and Millington Fire Department, worked together through several challenging rescue scenarios across multiple locations using GPS coordinates to locate and respond to incidents.

Scenarios included:
🔹 Locating and rescuing a stranded victim while emphasizing communication and coordination.
🔹 Simulated flooded-home rescues where crews accessed “attic victims” by positioning boats at rooftops and cutting through roofs for patient extrication.
🔹 A low-angle rope rescue involving a patient packaged in a Stokes basket.

Each scenario required crews to navigate to different GPS locations, develop rescue plans, and safely execute operations under realistic conditions.

Exercises like these strengthen regional partnerships and ensure our responders are prepared to protect our communities during flooding and water rescue emergencies. Great work by everyone involved!!!

A special thank you to the Germantown Police Department for providing drone support and capturing photos of the exercise from above.

05/13/2026

🚨 Join the Germantown Fire Department Team! 🚨

The Germantown Fire Department is currently hiring:

Firefighters
Firefighter/AEMTs
Firefighter/Paramedics

Whether you’re just beginning your career in the fire service or already have EMS/Fire experience, we’re looking for dedicated individuals who are ready to serve our community with professionalism, compassion, and pride.

✅ Qualifications Include:
• High school graduate
• With or without experience
• Must be able to complete a Fire Academy and EMT-B certification within one year of hire (if not already certified)

At Germantown Fire, you’ll join a team committed to excellence, training, and service to the community.

Apply today at: Germantown-TN.gov/Jobs

05/01/2026

🚒 Please join us in congratulating Ethan Browder and Josiah Spitler on their graduation from the Fire Academy!

Over the past 10 weeks, they have successfully completed training at TFACA—demonstrating hard work, dedication, and a strong commitment to serving the community.

We’re proud of their accomplishment and excited to have them continue their journey in the fire service.

Congratulations to all the graduates of TFACA Class 26-01!

04/29/2026

🚨 Flash Flood Warning in Effect Until 11:15 PM 🚨

The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued a Flash Flood Warning for our area.

🌧️ What’s Happening:
At 8:15 PM, Doppler radar indicated heavy thunderstorms moving through the area.
• 1–2 inches of rain have already fallen
• Rainfall rates of 2–3 inches per hour are expected
• An additional 1–2.5 inches of rain is possible

⚠️ Flash flooding is already occurring or will begin shortly.

🚗 Turn Around, Don’t Drown:
Never drive through flooded roadways. Just 6 inches of moving water can knock you off your feet, and 12 inches can carry away a vehicle.
If you encounter water over the road—turn around, don’t drown.

⚠️ Stay Safe:
• Avoid low-lying and flood-prone areas
• Do not attempt to cross flooded roads
• Stay tuned for updates and have multiple ways to receive alerts

Address

7766 Farmington Boulevard
Germantown, TN
38138

Telephone

+19017577268

Website

http://www.germantown-tn.gov/

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