City of Loudon Fire Department

08/31/2026

Today crews are conducting annual fire apparatus pump testing at the intersection of Hackberry Street and Green Street to verify that every engine meets NFPA standards and performs reliably for our community.
🚒 Why Pump Testing MattersSafety & Readiness: Ensures proper water pressure and volume under heavy loads.
Compliance: Meets annual requirements set by national standards and insurance ratings.
Preventative Care: Catches small mechanical issues before an emergency call comes in.
⚠️ Note for NeighborsTraffic: Watch for apparatus parked near the intersection.
Noise: Expect brief periods of high engine noise while testing.
Water: You may notice temporary water runoff in the area.

08/29/2026

Stop, drop, and roll to the link below if you haven't signed up to run or walk with us on Saturday, September 12th for the Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk. https://runsignup.com/Race/TN/Loudon/TunneltoTowers5KRunWalkLoudonTN?fbclid=IwY2xjawUABRdwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMW9KSkNvNERHY1k0VHF5ZkxzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe43BQfnXb0cLCXS11FR9P9qk7TLr84raC0p9it16T5jhwyR4kPNDK0yn7vYs_aem_boXOTd94C7udh-uKPLrS5Q

08/28/2026

Training never stops at the Loudon Fire Department!

This week, A shift spent time getting hands-on with our new nozzles and hose, working on nozzle handling, flow control, and effective fire attack techniques.

Equipment is only as effective as the firefighters operating it. Training with our new equipment helps ensure our crews are prepared to perform safely and effectively when our community needs us most.

Train hard. Stay ready. Serve Loudon. 🔥🚒

08/27/2026

Fire Tools Thursday:
C shift hit the training grounds to practice critical drafting operations. We are lucky in the city that we have so many well-maintained hydrants nearby. However, we also run mutual aid, so we have to stay on our game for alternative water sources when a hydrant isn't available. So this week's fire tool: drafting.
What is drafting?
When a traditional pressurized fire hydrant isn't nearby, our engine pump creates a vacuum to pull water directly from an open, static source—like a local pond, stream, lake, or a portable tank brought to the scene, as shown in the pictures.
Why does it matter?
Many areas of East TN depend on these alternate water supply methods. Mastering hard suction line setups, establishing a quick prime, and maintaining steady water flow ensures our team is ready to protect the community safely and efficiently, no matter the location. Constant preparation means faster response times when seconds count. Great job, C shift!

08/26/2026

As part of our public safety team, Travis and Anthony do a great job in our building and codes department!
They are a great asset for our City!

08/26/2026

Mark your calendar; this one is for the dogs! Grab your floaties and your favorite furry friend and head to the water park on 9/5 from
12 pm to 2 pm.

08/25/2026

We are grateful that we have her as a part of our fire and police team!

Today, we are proud to recognize Luv Clifton for 20 years of dedicated service to the City!

Thank you, Luv, for your hard work, commitment, and dedication over the past two decades. Your years of service and contributions to our team are truly appreciated.

Congratulations, Luv, on 20 amazing years! 👏🎉

08/25/2026

See you on the lawn for these awesome free concerts!

08/24/2026

Please join us in congratulating our dedicated members on achieving new certifications: Captain Byan McFalls and Firefighter Jake Quinn with Fire Inspector I, and Firefighter Erin Gray with Fire Officer III! 👏

These accomplishments represent a tremendous commitment to professional development, leadership, and excellence in the fire service.

We are proud of this achievement and appreciate the continued dedication to serving and protecting our community. Congratulations! 🎉🚒

08/22/2026

Join us in wishing our Deputy Chief Bill Geames a very happy birthday today. Happy birthday, Chief!