Palmersville Volunteer Fire Department

05/25/2026

Today we pause to remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice while serving our nation. Today and everyday, remember and honor those who serve.

05/21/2026

Early this morning, PVFD responded to the Boydsville Rd area for a reported structure fire in a barn. Upon arrival crews confirmed a working fire in a 40’x50’ tractor barn. The fire was deemed a total loss. We want to recognize and thank Dresden Fire Department for their response in mutual aid.

05/20/2026

05/19/2026

Personnel are currently responding to a mutual aid request from Dresden Fire Department. Multiple departments are responding to a structure fire inside the city limits

05/18/2026

See important update from TN Wildland Fire regarding burn permits

Mark your calendars 🗓️ Burn permits are not required in Tennessee from May 16 through October 14.

Every year, the Tennessee Division of Forestry requires free burn permits from October 15 through May 15. Why those dates? That window is Tennessee's wildfire season, when drier conditions, fallen leaves and lower humidity make it easier for a small backyard fire to escape and turn into something much bigger.

Permits help us track outdoor burning during the riskiest months and keep our forests and neighborhoods safer, while also communicating with the public (that's you!) about when and where it is safe enough to burn at any given time.

Once we move into late spring, summer and early fall, greener vegetation and higher humidity reduce the fire risk... which is why permits aren't required during that stretch.

A few things to keep in mind before you strike a match:

🔥 Some cities and counties have their own burning rules year-round. Always check with your local government before lighting it up.
🔥 Never leave a fire unattended and always have water or tools nearby to control it.
🔥 Watch the wind. Even on a "safe" day, gusts can carry embers farther than you'd think.

Burn permit season may be ending, but fire safety doesn't take a break. Stay smart and stay safe out there, Tennessee! 🌲

https://www.tn.gov/tnwildlandfire/prevention/safe-debris-burning/permits/county-municipality-list.html