Baxter Fire Department-TN

Home
United States
Baxter, TN
Baxter Fire Department-TN

The Baxter Fire Department is a combination department with career and volunteer firefighters. The department currently has an ISO class rating of 4.

05/28/2026

Baxter Fire and Rescue had a great day at Baxter Primary School. We always love to be a part of water day. Today we got some of the teachers involved with the fun. We hope everyone has a great summer.

05/26/2026

Every fire scene requires teamwork, training, and enough firefighters to safely complete the job. When you see a fire truck responding, many people do not realize how many firefighters are needed to safely and effectively handle a single structure fire.

Firefighters are assigned critical tasks. Each role is important to protecting lives, property, and the safety of our firefighters.

Baxter Fire & Rescue is proud to serve our community as a combination department using both full-time and volunteer firefighters. Our volunteers are dedicated men and women who give their time, leave their families, and respond at all hours to help protect our community. We truly value every one of our volunteer firefighters, and we could not provide the level of service we do today without them.

At the same time, fires and emergencies do not wait for additional personnel to arrive. Having more full-time firefighters on duty ensures that trained personnel respond immediately to the initial call. This reduces response times, places more firefighters on scene quicker, and helps ensure adequate staffing during the critical first moments of an emergency.

The first few minutes of a fire can make the difference between saving a home, rescuing a victim, or preventing a tragedy. Adequate staffing enables firefighters to initiate operations safely and effectively, while additional volunteer personnel continue to respond and assist.

Our mission will always remain the same:
Protect lives. Protect property. Serve our community.

Thank you for continuing to support Baxter Fire & Rescue and all emergency responders who stand ready to answer the call day and night.

05/22/2026

During National EMS Week, Baxter Fire & Rescue would like to recognize and thank all EMS professionals for the dedication, compassion, and lifesaving care they provide every day to our community.

We are especially grateful for our local EMS providers who answer the call at all hours, often in difficult and stressful situations, while continuing to serve with professionalism and heart. Their commitment to the citizens of our community does not go unnoticed.

We would also like to recognize the members of Baxter Fire & Rescue who serve as EMTs, AEMTs, and Paramedics within our department. These individuals go above and beyond by providing emergency medical care while serving our community through the fire service. Their training, knowledge, and willingness to help others make a difference every single day.

Thank you to all EMS professionals for your service, sacrifice, and dedication to caring for others. Baxter Fire & Rescue proudly supports and appreciates each of you during EMS Week and throughout the entire year.

05/20/2026

It is with great pleasure that we announce that Baxter Fire & Rescue has presented an award to Tonya Lee.

Tonya has been selected to receive the Chief’s Award for 2025. This award is personally selected by Chief White and recognizes outstanding work, dedication, and commitment to our department and community.

Tonya continually works behind the scenes to help make our department successful, often without recognition. Her dedication and willingness to serve truly make a difference each and every day.

Congratulations, Tonya, and thank you for all you do for Baxter Fire & Rescue and the citizens we proudly serve.

05/14/2026

The Baxter Fire Department is proud to announce that Logan White has been voted Volunteer Firefighter of the Year.

Logan has completed several levels of firefighter training and earned multiple certifications through his hard work and dedication. Over the last year, Logan has made the decision to pursue a career in the fire service, showing a true passion for serving others and protecting our community.

We would like to congratulate Logan White on this well-deserved recognition and thank him for his continued service and commitment to the citizens of Baxter. We are proud to have him as part of our department.

05/13/2026

The Baxter Fire Department is proud to announce that Engineer Daniel Hillis has been awarded the Firefighter of the Year Award.

Engineer Hillis has been a member of the Baxter Fire Department for the past two years and has consistently demonstrated outstanding dedication, professionalism, and knowledge in service to our department and community. His commitment to protecting and serving the citizens of Baxter is greatly appreciated and does not go unnoticed.

We are grateful for Engineer Hillis and all of our firefighters who work tirelessly each day to keep our community safe. Their service, sacrifice, and dedication make a lasting difference, and we can never thank them enough for the job they do.

Congratulations from Chief White to Engineer Daniel Hillis, on this well-deserved honor!

05/04/2026

Today we recognize International Firefighters’ Day—a time to honor the brave men and women who put their lives on the line to protect others.

This day traces its origin back to 1999, following a tragic wildfire in Australia that claimed the lives of five firefighters. In response, communities around the world came together to create a day of remembrance, appreciation, and unity for firefighters everywhere.

International Firefighters’ Day is observed each year on May 4th, also known as St. Florian’s Day—the patron saint of firefighters. It’s a time not only to remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice, but also to show appreciation for those who continue to serve with courage, dedication, and selflessness.

Communities celebrate this day in many ways—flying red and blue ribbons, thanking local firefighters, sharing stories of service, and taking a moment of silence to honor the fallen. It’s also a reminder of the sacrifices firefighters and their families make every day.

Take a moment today to recognize your local firefighters. A simple “thank you” goes a long way in showing appreciation for their commitment to keeping our communities safe.

Today, we stand in gratitude and respect for firefighters everywhere.

05/01/2026

Call to sign 931-858-2621

04/28/2026

Baxter Fire and Putnam County Fire crews responded to a residential fire on Monday, arriving to find significant damage on Highway 70 and Lance Drive. Thanks to coordinated efforts between departments, a portion of the home was salvaged. Well done to all personnel on scene, with special appreciation to Putnam EMS crew Brad Evans and Joanna Graves for providing medical support to firefighters.

04/17/2026

Strong thunderstorms in the area and high wind.

Address

410 Elm Street
Baxter, TN
38544

Telephone

+19318582621

Website

http://www.baxterfiredepartment.com/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Baxter Fire Department-TN posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Organization

Send a message to Baxter Fire Department-TN:

Shortcuts

Want your organization to be the top-listed Government Service in Baxter?