Tellico Village Volunteer Fire Department

04/25/2026

https://www.tellicofd.org/post/open-house-reminder-training-update

As a reminder, the Tellico Village Volunteer Fire Department will host its annual Open House on Saturday, May 2nd, from 11am-2pm. We hope you’ll join us to meet your local responders, see firsthand some of the training and equipment that supports our community, and enjoy free burgers and brats.One...

04/19/2026

TVVFD Appreciates the Heroes Behind the Headsets.

At the Tellico Village Volunteer Fire Department, we recognize and thank our public safety telecommunicators—the calm, steady voices on the other end of the line when seconds matter most. They are truly the first first responders, gathering critical information, providing lifesaving instructions, and coordinating emergency response while managing high-stress situations with professionalism and care.

This week, we honor their service, dedication, and sacrifice. Across agencies, this recognition includes appreciation events and awards, but no gesture fully captures their impact. To the heroes behind the headsets—thank you for being the vital link between those in need and those who respond.

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04/08/2026

Our Spring newsletter is hitting mailboxes now—thank you for your continued support!

Join us for our Open House on Saturday, May 2, from 11 AM–2 PM. Meet your first responders, see what’s new, and enjoy free burgers and brats.

Have questions about our ISO rating and potential insurance savings? Learn more: https://www.tellicofd.org/iso-rating

We hope to see you there!

An ISO Rating is a numerical score ranging from 1 to 10, where a rating of 1 signifies exemplary public protection, and a rating of 10 indicates that a community's fire suppression program does not meet the minimum criteria set by ISO.

03/10/2026

We have exciting news to share!!

The leadership of the Tellico Village Fire Department has spent two years turning careful planning into a major investment in safety for Tellico Village - the purchase of a new $1.5 million ladder truck. Years of sound financial stewardship by the board of directors, coupled with focused long-term p...

03/05/2026

Lee Brockman, Founder and President of the Elite Tunes charity concert series, visits the Tellico Village Volunteer Fire Department to drop off complimentary concert tickets for the 2026 season. Pictured with TVVFD Chief Jerry Dougherty.

The Tellico Village Volunteer Fire Department recently received a thoughtful gesture from a fellow community organization.As a thank you to the Department, Lee Brockman, Founder and President of the Elite Tunes charity concert series at Tellico Village, stopped by the station and dropped off several...

03/03/2026

https://www.tellicofd.org/post/march-1-7-2026-volunteer-firefighters-week-in-tennessee

From March 1 through March 7, 2026, communities across the state observe Volunteer Firefighters Week in Tennessee — a time dedicated to honoring the commitment, courage, and sacrifice of volunteer firefighters.Recognized by the Tennessee State Fire Marshal's Office and observed during the first fu...

02/26/2026

SAFETY NOTICE: Smoke Detector Recall

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a recall for certain LS Home (LShome) photoelectric smoke detectors due to a critical safety defect. These devices may fail to sound an alarm during a fire, significantly increasing the risk of injury or death.The recalled smoke detectors...

02/20/2026

Welcome to the official page of the Tellico Village Volunteer Fire Department!

We’re excited to connect with our neighbors as we work together to strengthen our community, enhance quality of life, and keep you informed about important updates and safety information.

There is a lot happening at the TVVFD. We look forward to sharing news, engaging with you, and continuing to serve Tellico Village and the surrounding communities.

Stay safe,
Tellico Village Volunteer Fire Department