Sylvia-Yellow Creek Fire Department

06/09/2026

At 10:10 AM this morning, SYCFD provided mutual aid to TCFR for a reported structure fire, responding with 2 engines and personnel to support fire suppression efforts. Units on the scene included Engine 1611, Engine 1612, TCFR, DCEMA, DCFR, MFD, DCEMS, DCSO, GDGA, and DES.

06/09/2026

SYCFD responded to a mutual aid request from TCFR yesterday for a vehicle fire. Upon arrival, units found a piece of construction equipment fully engulfed in flames. Units assisted in extinguishing the fire and then returned to service. The following units were on scene: Brush 1614, TCFR, and DCSO.

06/09/2026

Sunday night, SYCFD responded to a vehicle fire located on Old Number 1 Road. Upon arrival, Engine 1611 discovered the vehicle fully engulfed in flames. TCFR and MFD responded with mutual aid to support the incident.

06/03/2026

SYCFD would like to extend congratulations to firefighter Cole Bone for completing Swift Water Rescue 1 this weekend in East Tennessee, the course was taught by Tennessee Association of Rescue Squads.

05/28/2026

The SYCFD would like to extend its congratulations to Engineer Steve Chandler for successfully passing the Emergency Medical Responder National Registry Test this morning, demonstrating a commitment to better serve the Yellow Creek Community.

05/25/2026

05/22/2026

SYCFD is pleased to congratulate probationary firefighter Daniel Hill on the successful completion of his Basic / Live Firefighter Training at TFACA, a rigorous 80-hour training program conducted over two weeks at the academy. We thank you, Firefighter Hill, for your commitment to advancing your expertise in service to the Yellow Creek Community.

05/16/2026

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

05/08/2026

SYCFD would like to congratulate Lieutenant Brian Nadeau on successfully passing his Emergency Medical Responder National Registry Test today, demonstrating a commitment to better serving the Yellow Creek Community.