AtokA Fire Department

08/31/2026

Don’t forget our Fire Prevention Poster Contest is happening now!

Students in grades K–12 can create an original, handmade poster featuring this year’s theme: “Charge Into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower!” ⚡🔥

Posters may be dropped off at:

🚒 Atoka Fire Station 1
108 Atoka McLaughlin Drive

🚒 Atoka Fire Station 2
681 Walker Parkway

🏫 Atoka Elementary School
Your child can bring their poster to school and turn it in!

The local submission deadline is September 21, and a completed parental release form must be attached to the back. Check out the flyer for contest rules, registration information and prizes!

We can’t wait to see what our young artists create! 🖍️

08/28/2026

We’re not saying firefighters know everything… but apparently we know enough to keep teaching the police department a few things. 😉 Officers practiced lifesaving skills to quickly control severe bleeding and provide critical care when every second counts.

All jokes aside, we’re proud of the relationship between our departments and the opportunity to train together so we’re better prepared when our community needs us.

APD did pretty well, too. Gold stars all around. ⭐😂

08/27/2026

Apparently, the first day of school pictures don’t stop when you become a firefighter. 😂📚🚒

Firefighters Colton White, Clayton Dancey and Cody Otasowie are officially back in the classroom as they begin training to earn their Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) licenses!

They may have traded backpacks and lunchboxes for uniforms and medical textbooks, but we couldn’t pass up the chance for a classic first-day-of-school photo. We’re pretty sure their moms would be proud.

Good luck, guys! Study hard, make good choices, and don’t forget to get your first-day paperwork signed. ✏️🍎

08/26/2026

We love Sparky! 🐾🦴🔥

Happy National Dog Day to the one and only Sparky the Fire Dog!

For decades, Sparky has been the face of fire safety, reminding people of all ages that a few simple actions can make a big difference.

Visit https://www.Sparky.org for fire safety resources and discover fun ways to make safety part of every day.

08/26/2026

Some people leave behind songs.
Some leave behind a legacy.
Dolly left behind a little bit of herself in all of us.
A Tennessee original. A storyteller. A dreamer who never forgot where she came from.
The world feels a little less sparkly now.
Rest easy, Dolly. 🤍

Today, flags will be lowered statewide in memory of Dolly Parton, Tennessee’s favorite daughter.

08/25/2026

A special thank-you to our 4,000th Facebook follower and 100th Instagram follower! 🎉

We loved welcoming our milestone winners to the fire station, showing them around and presenting each of them with a basket full of AFD goodies. Thank you both, and everyone who follows along, for supporting AFD and making these milestones possible! ❤️🔥

08/23/2026

AFD was proud to raise the American flag over Rock the Block this weekend. It’s something our department has the honor of doing at many Town and community events throughout the year, and each time, it means just as much.

For us, raising the flag is more than just part of setting up for an event. It represents service, community and pride in the place we call home.

We’re grateful for every opportunity to see the Stars and Stripes flying high over Atoka and the community we’re proud to serve.🇺🇸

08/23/2026

The flag is up and the sun is out! Rock the Block is going! 🇺🇸

08/20/2026

Having a little fun at the firehouse! Thank you for everyone who follows us…even our shenanigans 🔥😜

08/19/2026

A big thank you to MTAS for its continued support and partnership.
Their commitment to Tennessee’s fire service helps departments strengthen their leadership, improve preparedness and better protect the communities they serve.