Maynardville Fire Department

08/03/2026

🚒💧 THANK YOU, DRIPDROP & THE NVFC! 💧🚒

The Maynardville City Volunteer Fire Department would like to extend our sincere appreciation to DripDrop Hydration and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) for their generous donation of DripDrop electrolyte hydration packets.

Firefighters often work in extreme heat while wearing heavy personal protective equipment, making proper hydration and electrolyte replacement essential to staying healthy, alert, and ready to serve our community. This donation will help ensure our members can replenish the fluids and electrolytes they lose during training, emergency responses, and extended incidents.

We are grateful for organizations like DripDrop and the NVFC that recognize the importance of supporting volunteer firefighters and helping keep us healthy so we can continue protecting the citizens of Maynardville.

Thank you for investing in the health and safety of our firefighters!

🚒❤️

08/01/2026

🚒 Investing in Leadership. Investing in Our Community. 🚒

This weekend, members of the Maynardville City Volunteer Fire Department are attending the 58th Annual Tennessee Fire Chiefs Association Conference in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, where fire service professionals from across the state come together to learn, collaborate, and improve the services they provide to their communities.

Before the conference officially began, three of our members had the opportunity to attend a pre-conference course presented by the National Fire Academy: Executive Skills Series: Exercising Leadership to Facilitate Adaptive Change.

Strong leadership is essential to a successful fire department. As the fire service continues to evolve with new challenges, changing regulations, and increased expectations, it is critical that our officers and firefighters continue learning how to lead effectively, adapt to change, and serve our community at the highest level.

At Maynardville City Volunteer Fire Department, we believe that training never stops. Every class attended, every certification earned, and every conference participated in helps us become a stronger department—better prepared to protect the citizens of Maynardville and Union County.

We appreciate the support of our community, which allows us to pursue training opportunities like these. Your support helps ensure that when you call 9-1-1, you receive firefighters who are committed to continuous improvement, professional development, and providing the best possible service.

Please join us in wishing our members a safe and productive weekend of learning!

Training today. Leading tomorrow. Protecting our community—always. 🔥🚒

If you have questions about the Maynardville City Volunteer Fire Department or would like to learn more about becoming a volunteer, please call us at 865-992-7022 and leave a message, or send us a message here.

07/28/2026

Imagine your house being on fire. Thick, black, toxic smoke has filled the hallways and just about every room. At just three minutes after the fire started, you may not be able to see through the smoke, and your normal exit route could be blocked. Do you have a fire escape plan (A, B, and C) for when you can’t get out? Do you have working smoke alarms to provide you the earliest warning of a fire? Do you sleep with your bedroom door closed? Watch to see UL's Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI)’s experiment footage combined with 3D modeling to see just how fast fire and smoke can spread and why you need to plan ahead to save lives. Learn more at closeyourdoor.org.

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Imagine your house being on fire. Thick, black, toxic smoke has filled the hallways and just about every room. At just three minutes after the fire started, you may not be able to see through the smoke and your normal exit route could be blocked. Do you have a fire escape plan A, B, and C (for when....

07/24/2026

💦 Annual Tradition Complete! 💦

After a long month of summer band camp, the Union County Patriots Marching Band got a well-deserved cool-down as they prepare for the 2026–2027 school year!

The Maynardville City Volunteer Fire Department was honored to bring Ladder 91 out to provide a refreshing shower from above, giving these hardworking students a chance to cool off after countless hours of practice in the Tennessee heat.

We always enjoy partnering with our local schools and helping create fun memories for our students. Seeing the smiles, laughter, and excitement makes it all worthwhile!

We wish the Union County Patriots Marching Band the very best of luck this season. We know all of your hard work will pay off, and we can't wait to see what you accomplish on the field!
Stay safe, have a fantastic school year, and Go Patriots!

🎶🎺🥁🚒💙❤️

07/11/2026

A childhood icon, he helped to define a career path for so many.

Randolph Mantooth, best known for his role as firefighter-paramedic Johnny Gage on the 1970s TV series Emergency!, died on July 9, 2026, at the age of 80. He passed away at a hospice facility in Ventura, California, following a multi-year illness. While Mantooth successfully completed treatment for a pancreatic cancer diagnosis in 2015, his health had declined significantly over recent years. R.I.P. 🙏

07/03/2026

Happy 4th of July from the Maynardville Fire Department! As America celebrates its 250th birthday, we’re asking everyone to enjoy the festivities.

Have a safe and fun holiday, Maynardville Fire Department!”

06/19/2026

🔥 Training Night at the Maynardville Fire Department 🔥

Tonight, our members conducted introductory foam application training. Don’t worry—we didn’t use actual firefighting foam! Instead, we used plenty of Dawn dishwashing liquid to safely train on foam operations.

This hands-on training allowed our firefighters to become familiar with:
✅ Setting up and operating the foam adapter
✅ Understanding proper foam concentrate proportions in the venturi
✅ Practicing foam application techniques and equipment deployment

During the training, we were also reminded why this skill is so important, as we responded to an emergency incident that required the application of foam.

Training like this ensures our members are prepared when specialized incidents occur and helps us better serve and protect our community.

A big thank you to all of our volunteers who continue to dedicate their time to learning and improving their skills!

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06/15/2026

🚒 Thank You, Weigel's! 🚒

The Maynardville Fire Department would like to extend our sincere appreciation to Weigel's for donating the house located at 3636 Maynardville Highway for firefighter training prior to its demolition.

Throughout the month of May, firefighters completed more than 80 hours of first-in drills and basic firefighter skills training, resulting in 984 man-hours of valuable multi-company training involving personnel from fire departments across Union County.

This acquired structure provided an exceptional opportunity for our county volunteer departments to conduct realistic, hands-on training, including:

🔥 Vertical ventilation operations
🔥 Setting up and utilizing an aerial apparatus for roof access
🔥 Ladder drills and other basic firefighting skills
🔥 Multi-company coordination and response training

Training in acquired structures allows our firefighters to develop and refine critical skills in an environment that closely replicates real-world emergencies. Opportunities like this are invaluable in preparing our personnel to better serve and protect our communities.

Additionally, these training events contribute toward ISO rating points, helping departments maintain and improve their capabilities and potentially benefiting our communities through improved fire protection ratings.

We are incredibly grateful for the support of community partners like Weigel's, who recognize the importance of firefighter training and public safety.

Thank you, Weigel's, for investing in the safety of Union County and helping us prepare for tomorrow's emergencies. 🚒❤️

06/14/2026

☀️🚗 LOOK BEFORE YOU LOCK 🚗☀️

As we head into the summer months, it’s important to remember that children are especially vulnerable to heatstroke, and every hot car death is preventable. A vehicle can become dangerously hot in just minutes, even with the windows cracked or parked in the shade. More than 1,000 children in the U.S. have died from vehicular heatstroke since 1998, and these tragedies can happen to anyone.

🐾 And don’t forget our pets! Animals can also suffer heatstroke and die quickly when left inside a parked vehicle.

✅ Always check the back seat before locking your vehicle.
✅ Keep vehicles locked to prevent children from climbing inside.
✅ Place your purse, phone, or work bag in the back seat as a reminder.
✅ If you see a child or pet alone in a hot vehicle, call 9-1-1 immediately.

Together, as parents, caregivers, and bystanders, we all play a role in preventing these tragedies.

For more information and life-saving tips, visit:
NoHeatstroke.org⁠

🚒 Maynardville Volunteer Fire Department
Protecting Our Community, One Family at a Time.

06/14/2026

🚨 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY WITH PRIDE! 🚒

The Maynardville Fire Department is actively seeking dedicated men and women aged 18 or older who are ready to protect their community.

Do you have the heart to serve?
Do you want to make a real difference where you live?

🔥 We provide all training.
🔥 We provide all equipment.
🔥 You provide the commitment and desire to help others.

No prior experience is required — just a willingness to learn, work as part of a team, and answer the call when your neighbors need you most.

Being a volunteer firefighter means:
• Protecting lives and property
• Serving alongside a dedicated team
• Gaining valuable skills and certifications
• Making lifelong friendships
• Giving back to the community you call home

If you’re 18 or older and ready to serve, we want to hear from you!

📞 Contact us at (VOL) 992-7022
📩 Message this page for more information

Step up. Train hard. Serve proudly.
Your community is counting on you. 🚒

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