SCFD Explorer Post 510

10/10/2022

We wanna extend our deepest condolences to the Union County Sheriff's Office - Tennessee for their tragic loss of deputy Matthew Kirrman, age 28. Deputy M.Kirrman was a profound deputy who gave his all in any given situation. End Of Watch 10/09/2022. You will be greatly missed sir.

03/23/2022

Special Weather Statement issued March 23 at 1:21PM EDT by NWS Morristown TN

Areas Affected: Claiborne; Anderson; Union; Grainger

At 121 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8miles west of Maynardville, moving northeast at 50 mph.HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and half inch hail.SOURCE...Radar indicated.IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow aroundunsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects ispossible.Locations impacted include...Maynardville, New Tazewell, Tazewell, Harrogate, Norris, Springdale,Lone Mountain, Arthur, Andersonville and Rose Hill.

This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radiostations and available television stations for additional informationand possible warnings from the National Weather Service.

03/23/2022

Wind Advisory issued March 23 at 1:16PM EDT until March 23 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Morristown TN

Areas Affected: Cherokee; Clay; Scott; Campbell; Claiborne; Hancock; Hawkins; Sullivan; Morgan; Anderson; Union; Grainger; Hamblen; Northwest Cocke; Northwest Greene; Washington; Northwest Carter; Roane; Loudon; Knox; Jefferson; NW Blount; North Sevier; Sequatchie; Bledsoe; Rhea; Meigs; McMinn; Northwest Monroe; Marion; Hamilton; Bradley; West Polk; East Polk; Lee; Wise; Scott; Russell; Washington

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.* WHERE...Portions of east Tennessee, southwest Virginia andsouthwest North Carolina.* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ this evening.* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Treelimbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a highprofile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

03/13/2022

03/11/2022

Winter Storm Warning issued March 11 at 3:54AM EST until March 12 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Morristown TN

Areas Affected: Anderson; Union; Grainger; Hamblen; Northwest Cocke; Roane; Loudon; Knox; Jefferson; NW Blount; North Sevier

* WHAT...Periods of moderate to heavy snow expected. Total snowaccumulations of 2 to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35mph.* WHERE...Much of east Tennessee.* WHEN...From 1 AM to 1 PM EST Saturday.* IMPACTS...Snow and ice covered roadways are possible, mainlyacross the secondary roadways, bridges and overpasses.* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The snow combined with the blustery windswill greatly reduce visibilities at times.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water inyour vehicle in case of an emergency.The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from canbe obtained by calling 5 1 1.

03/11/2022

Update: Winter Storm Watch issued March 10 at 9:48PM EST until March 12 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Morristown TN

Areas Affected: Cherokee; Clay; Scott; Campbell; Claiborne; Hancock; Hawkins; Sullivan; Johnson; Morgan; Anderson; Union; Grainger; Hamblen; Northwest Cocke; Cocke Smoky Mountains; Northwest Greene; Southeast Greene; Washington; Unicoi; Northwest Carter; Southeast Carter; Roane; Loudon; Knox; Jefferson; NW Blount; Blount Smoky Mountains; North Sevier; Sevier Smoky Mountains; Sequatchie; Bledsoe; Rhea; Meigs; McMinn; Northwest Monroe; Southeast Monroe; Marion; Hamilton; Bradley; West Polk; East Polk; Lee; Wise; Scott; Russell; Washington

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulation of 2 to 4inches possible, with 4 to 6 inches possible over portions ofthe Plateau, Southwest Virginia, and the East Tennesseemountains. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph.* WHERE...All of east Tennessee, southwest Virginia andsouthwest North Carolina.* WHEN...From late Friday evening through Saturday evening.* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow could also accumulate in trees whichmight make them weak or unstable in the gusty winds. Somepower outages could be possible.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

03/11/2022

Just a friendly REMINDER to check all of your smoke detectors: 🔥💨‼️

03/10/2022

When it's time to change the clocks, it's time to check your smoke alarms. Did you know that in half of reported home fires where smoke alarms were present, but failed to operate, someone had removed the batteries or disconnected the alarm due to dead battery alerts or nuisance alarms? Make sure your smoke alarms are always working properly and keep your family safe.

07/03/2021

As the fourth is little less than a day away the Explorer post urges everyone to not drink and drive. Also to be safe when driving after the previous wrecks on 33. We wish everyone a happy Fourth of July. 🎊🎊🎊

12/26/2020

The Sharps Chapel Explore Post would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas, and a happy new year.

07/22/2020

As you may notice our fire department is being repainted and has been refurbished on the inside and outside with a few new details. We want our community to know we are still working hard to serve you as best as we can. We are still keeping a close eye at the COVID-19 as we keep our doors closed to visitors. We wish you all safe travels and please remember to social distance.