Berlin Community Fire Department

Berlin Community Fire Department We are a rural volunteer fire department proudly serving the Berlin community and Marshall County, TN.

Located outside the Lewisburg city limits, we are neighbors serving neighbors.

Introducing Berlin’s newest Emergency Medical Responders. Congratulations to JD, Wayne, Jennifer, and Tyler on successfu...
08/15/2026

Introducing Berlin’s newest Emergency Medical Responders. Congratulations to JD, Wayne, Jennifer, and Tyler on successfully passing the National Registry EMR exam!

Two calls. Two houses. Two emergencies.We’re grateful that one situation wasn’t as serious as initially suspected, and t...
08/14/2026

Two calls. Two houses. Two emergencies.

We’re grateful that one situation wasn’t as serious as initially suspected, and that the other was neutralized before it became a much worse situation.

Stay safe (and cool), and thank you to those who responded to yesterday evening’s back-to-back incidents.

On August 11 at approximately 1600 hours, the Berlin Fire Department was dispatched to Franklin Pike for a motor vehicle...
08/12/2026

On August 11 at approximately 1600 hours, the Berlin Fire Department was dispatched to Franklin Pike for a motor vehicle versus tractor incident. Both vehicles sustained damage as a result of the collision. No injuries were reported. We would like to thank all responding agencies for their assistance on scene, including EMS, OEM, and the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department.

We’ve got something brewing at the fire hall… 👀Drop a comment below with your best guess ⬇️
08/06/2026

We’ve got something brewing at the fire hall… 👀
Drop a comment below with your best guess ⬇️

At last night’s monthly department meeting we scrubbed the station floors in order to lay new guide tape, distributed ne...
08/04/2026

At last night’s monthly department meeting we scrubbed the station floors in order to lay new guide tape, distributed new gear, brainstormed ways to better utilize our space, and made sure equipment on our trucks were charged and in good working order. The work behind the scenes may not always be visible, but it’s what keeps us prepared to serve.

We train on our good days to be ready for your worst day. Emergencies don’t care if you’re a volunteer. They expect the ...
07/31/2026

We train on our good days to be ready for your worst day. Emergencies don’t care if you’re a volunteer. They expect the same response every time.

07/30/2026

🚒 "Why did it take so long for the fire department to get there?"

It's a question we see after almost every major emergency.

The answer may surprise you.

For many departments across our area, the firefighters responding to your emergency aren't sitting in the station waiting for the alarm. They're at work. They're eating dinner with their families. They're coaching Little League, shopping for groceries, sleeping, or attending their child's school event.

When the pager goes off, they stop whatever they're doing, drive safely to the station, put on their gear, get the apparatus out the door, and then respond to your emergency.

They're not paid to leave work.
They're not paid to miss family dinners.
They're not paid to wake up at 2:00 in the morning.

They do it because they believe that when someone in their community calls for help, someone should answer.

The reality is that volunteer fire departments across the country are facing one of the greatest challenges in their history. Membership is declining while emergency calls continue to increase. Many departments are responding with fewer volunteers than ever before.

So the next time you see a fire truck heading down the road, remember that the people inside likely left behind their own lives to help someone else's.

If you've ever thought about volunteering, now is the time. You don't have to fight fires. Departments need firefighters, support volunteers and people with all kinds of skills.

Your local volunteer fire department doesn't just need donations.

It needs people.

❤️ If a volunteer firefighter, EMT, police officer, dispatcher or any first responder has ever made a difference in your life, take a moment to thank them in the comments and tell us where they're from. They deserve to know their community appreciates them.

07/17/2026

Week 1 of PT. Can't expect to perform under pressure if you never practice under pressure.

A productive night of training and teamwork: Last night’s monthly meeting focused on building confidence and familiarity...
07/07/2026

A productive night of training and teamwork: Last night’s monthly meeting focused on building confidence and familiarity with our gear. Junior firefighters suited up in bunker gear and older SCBA air tanks while tackling a much-needed storage room cleanout. Members relocated lesser-used equipment to the loft, carrying supplies, climbing ladders, and working through the added weight and limited mobility that comes with full PPE. Turning normal station work into hands-on training helps develop the strength, endurance, and confidence needed when the real call comes.

Today, we honor those who secured our freedom, remember those who sacrificed for it, and proudly serve the community tha...
07/04/2026

Today, we honor those who secured our freedom, remember those who sacrificed for it, and proudly serve the community that makes it worthwhile. Wishing everyone a happy and safe Independence Day 🇺🇸

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1660 Old Berlin Road
Lewisburg, TN
37091

Telephone

(931) 359-4100

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