Blount County Fire Protection District

Blount County Fire Protection District Subscription-based, non-profit public utility Fire Department serving Blount County since 1948. www.blountfire.org

The Blount County Fire Protection District is a Non-Profit Public Utility supported by SUBSCRIPTION - NOT TAXES!

Today is National Eat Outside Day! 🥪☀️We highly encourage everyone to celebrate. Mostly because taking your dinner to th...
08/31/2026

Today is National Eat Outside Day! 🥪☀️

We highly encourage everyone to celebrate. Mostly because taking your dinner to the patio means there's a 0% chance we'll be dispatched to your house to fan your smoke detector with a dish towel after another "culinary experiment" goes rogue. Give your kitchen (and our crews) the night off! 👨‍🍳🔥

But hey, real accidents do happen. And if you ever actually need us, the last thing you want on top of an emergency is a surprise bill in the mail.

**Friendly reminder:**
The Blount County Fire Protection District operates on a subscription basis! If you aren't signed up as an active subscriber, a fire or rescue response to your property comes with an unexpected invoice.

Nobody likes surprise smoke alarms, and nobody likes surprise bills. Protect your home and your wallet by making sure your household is covered! You can check your status by calling us at (865) 983-2133 or sign up today at www.blountfire.org

Enjoy the fresh air, Blount County! 🚒🍔

The mountains are weeping. The Blount County Fire Protection District joins all of East Tennessee in mourning the loss o...
08/27/2026

The mountains are weeping. The Blount County Fire Protection District joins all of East Tennessee in mourning the loss of our hometown hero and dearest friend, Dolly Parton.

To the world, she was an icon. To us, she was simply family. Her generosity is woven into the very fabric of our region, from the countless family memories made at Dollywood to the enduring hope provided by the Dolly Parton Children's Hospital.

For the fire service community in East Tennessee, her legacy is deeply personal. We will never forget how she became a beacon of light during the darkest days of the devastating 2016 wildfires. While firefighters battled the flames, Dolly acted as a true first responder of the human spirit. She stepped into the ashes and helped our neighbors rebuild their lives when they had lost absolutely everything.

The brightest spark in the Smokies has gone out, but the warmth of her love will protect and uplift this region for generations to come.

Rest in peace, Dolly. Thank you for everything. We'll take the watch from here. 🦋⛰️🚒💔

🚨 JOIN OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM! 🚨The Blount County Fire Protection District is currently accepting applications for two seni...
08/18/2026

🚨 JOIN OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM! 🚨

The Blount County Fire Protection District is currently accepting applications for two senior command officer positions: Operations Deputy Chief and Administration Deputy Chief. These roles are open to qualified internal and external applicants and are vital to strengthening our command structure.

Position Overview:

Status: Full Time

Salary: $70,000 Annually

Core Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible fire service experience.

Minimum 3 years of supervisory or command-level experience.

Ability to obtain Fire Officer III within 1 year of appointment.

Associate degree from an accredited college or university (or the ability to obtain one within 4 years of appointment).

Demonstrated leadership, judgment, integrity, accountability, and professionalism.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Valid driver's license. (Note: Each role also has specialized operational or administrative experience requirements. Please see the full job descriptions for details.)

Application Requirements:

Submit a current resume.

Include a Letter of Interest (limited to 1 page) explaining your interest, expected contributions, and how you will support the Fire Chief, personnel, and the organizational goals of the District.

Email all materials directly to [email protected].

🗓️ Deadline: September 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM.

For a full list of primary responsibilities, qualifications, and selection process details, please visit:
https://blountfire.blogspot.com/2026/08/deputy-chief-positions.html

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🚨 HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT MONDAY 🚨The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for our area he...
08/17/2026

🚨 HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT MONDAY 🚨

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for our area here in East Tennessee. We are expecting dangerous heat index values up to 105°F through Monday evening.

Extreme temperatures combined with high humidity significantly increase the risk of heat-related illnesses. The Blount County Fire Protection District urges all residents to take this heat seriously and take immediate precautions.

⚠️ Know the Signs: Heat Exhaustion vs. Heat Stroke ⚠️
Heat Exhaustion (Act Fast!)

*Heavy sweating

* Cold, pale, and clammy skin

* Fast, weak pulse

* Nausea or vomiting

* Muscle cramps

* Weakness or dizziness

What to do: Move to a cool, air-conditioned place, loosen your clothes, sip water, and apply cool, wet cloths to your body. Seek medical help if you are throwing up, or if symptoms worsen or last longer than an hour.

Heat Stroke (MEDICAL EMERGENCY!)

* High body temperature (103°F or higher)

* Hot, red, dry, or damp skin (you may stop sweating)

* Fast, strong pulse

* Throbbing headache, dizziness, nausea, or confusion

* Losing consciousness (passing out)

What to do: CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY. This is a true medical emergency. Move the person to a cooler place and help lower their temperature with cool cloths or a cool bath. Do NOT give them anything to drink.

🧊 Practical Tips to Stay Cool & Safe 🧊
Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate: Drink plenty of water throughout the day, even if you don't feel thirsty. Avoid sugary, caffeinated, or alcoholic beverages, which can dehydrate you.

Limit Outdoor Activity: If you must work or exercise outside, schedule it for the early morning or late evening. Take frequent rest breaks in the shade or an air-conditioned space.

Check on Others: Look in on elderly neighbors, relatives, and anyone who might not have reliable air conditioning.

Look Before You Lock: NEVER leave children, older adults, or pets in a parked vehicle. Temperatures inside a closed car can become deadly in a matter of minutes.

Protect Your Pets: Ensure outdoor pets have access to plenty of fresh water and deep shade. Keep them off hot asphalt to prevent severe paw burns.

Stay safe and stay cool, Blount County!

- Your Blount County Fire Protection District
🚒 (865) 983-2133 | blountfire.org

Rumor has it we only show up to emergencies just to hand out bills. 😲 Ouch! Let's clear the air (and the smoke) on that ...
08/14/2026

Rumor has it we only show up to emergencies just to hand out bills. 😲 Ouch! Let's clear the air (and the smoke) on that one! 🚒💨

First and foremost, our firefighters are some of the most compassionate, caring people you'll ever meet. We don't put on 50 pounds of gear and run into emergencies for the invoices-we do it for you.

Here is a little local history: When the county chose not to have a fire department, a private one was started to fill the gap. Eventually, our founder was offered a massive payout to sell the department to a For-Profit Company. He flat-out refused, because he didn't want to do that to our community. Instead, we became the one and only Non-Profit public utility fire department in Tennessee!

So, how does that work?
We actually function a lot like your water or electric departments, but with one massive difference:
💧 If you don't pay your water bill, your tap goes dry.
💡 If you don't pay your electric bill, you're sitting in the dark.
🔥 If you don't pay us? We still show up. We don't have an "off" switch for your coverage. We will never leave you stranded.

When an emergency happens, our firefighters don't stop to look up who is a member and who isn't. Seconds count, and everyone gets the exact same elite service and care-period. It's only later, when the emergency is over and the paperwork is being completed, that it is determined who is a paying member and who is a non-paying member.

Everything we do has a cost, and here is how we keep the trucks rolling:

✅ Active Members: Your $220 residential subscription pays for multi-million dollar equipment and highly trained personnel to be at the ready. If we respond to your emergency, guess what? You owe us absolutely nothing.

☑️ Non-Paying Members: That is your choice, and we respect it! You will still receive the exact same elite level of service. However, because we aren't tax-funded, you will be billed for that emergency response.

Here is the honest truth: Sending someone a bill right after they've just experienced a scary emergency is our absolute least favorite thing to do.

We would much rather have everyone on board as a member! Your support is the engine that keeps us going and keeps us ready for anything. Help us in our mission to never have to send out another response bill by joining the family today. ❤️🚒

👉 https://www.blountfire.org/membership--non-member-payments.html

08/14/2026

📅 PUBLIC NOTICE: BOARD MEETING DATE CHANGE 📢

Please take note! The upcoming Blount County Fire Protection District Board of Commissioners meeting has been rescheduled from its usual date.

Here are the updated meeting details:

🗓 Date: Monday, August 17, 2026

⏰ Time: 6:00 PM

📍 Location: Blount County Fire Protection District HQ
(808 W Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN 37801)

⚠️ Date Change Reminder: This meeting is taking place on Monday, August 17, instead of our regular schedule on the 3rd Tuesday of the month.

🚨 A FIRE ALARM SAVED A LIFE LAST NIGHT IN LOUISVILLE 🚨Most of the time, when a residential fire alarm goes off, it turns...
08/12/2026

🚨 A FIRE ALARM SAVED A LIFE LAST NIGHT IN LOUISVILLE 🚨

Most of the time, when a residential fire alarm goes off, it turns out to be burnt food or a non-fire issue like dust from a home project or steam from the shower. But last night served as a powerful reminder: never ignore a sounding alarm.

When the crew on Engine 6 was dispatched to a fire alarm call in Louisville last night, they arrived to find the home filled with smoke and the alarm sounding. When no one answered the door, firefighters didn't hesitate-they forced entry to investigate.

During their initial search, firefighters located a victim inside the smoke-filled home. Crew members quickly brought her outside to safety, where she was handed off to waiting firefighters. She was conscious and talking, and was transported by AMR to the hospital for evaluation.

👏 CREW SHOUTOUT
We want to give a massive shoutout to Firefighter Brooks and Firefighter Shigley! Their quick entry, search, and swift rescue made all the difference last night. Outstanding work, gentlemen! 🚒💨

🍳 IMPORTANT KITCHEN SAFETY REMINDER
Investigating crews determined the cause of the fire was a pot and a towel left on top of a glass-top stove. Please help us keep your home safe by remembering these cooking safety tips:

+ Keep the stovetop clear: Never use your stove as a counter or storage space-even when it's off.

+ 3-Foot Safety Zone: Keep towels, oven mitts, potholders, and food packaging at least 3 feet away from any cooking surface.

+ Stay in the kitchen: Never leave cooking unattended. If you need to leave the room, even for a moment, turn the stove off.

+ Check your smoke alarms: Working smoke alarms give you and your loved ones the precious seconds needed to survive a fire.

Great job to all involved, and we wish the resident a full and speedy recovery!

A massive THANK YOU to our friends at Atmos Energy for dropping off some delicious donuts for our crews at the Blount Co...
08/11/2026

A massive THANK YOU to our friends at Atmos Energy for dropping off some delicious donuts for our crews at the Blount County Fire Protection District today! 🍩🚒

Today is August 11th (811 Day), and while we definitely appreciate the sweet treats, Atmos Energy's visit serves as a great reminder of a vital safety message for our community: Always call 811 before you dig.

Why is calling 811 so important?
Prevents Emergencies: Hitting an underground natural gas, electric, water, or communications line can cause life-threatening injuries, fires, or explosions.

Protects Our Community: A single strike can knock out critical utilities to entire neighborhoods, including first responders.

Saves You Money: Calling before you dig helps you avoid hefty fines and expensive repair costs.

How it works:
Whether you are a contractor running heavy equipment or a homeowner planting a tree, installing a mailbox, or building a fence, simply dial 811 or submit a request online a few days before your project begins. Utility crews will come to your property and mark the approximate location of buried lines for FREE.

Thank you again, Atmos Energy, for the donuts and for your continued partnership in keeping Blount County safe! Let's all do our part-know what's below, and always call before you dig. 🛑⛏️

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808 W Lamar Alexander PKWY
Maryville, TN
37801

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18659832133

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