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McNairy County Fire Department, 170 West Court Avenue, Selmer, TN (2026)

10/26/2026

🔥TRAINING TODAY FOR TOMORROW'S CALLS🔥

On Saturday afternoon, three McNairy County Fire Department personnel had the opportunity to participate in a Firefighter I & II Live Burn Evolution at the Hardin County Fire Department Training Center.

Alongside firefighters from several surrounding departments, our personnel completed approximately eight hours of intensive live-fire training designed to provide realistic, hands-on experience in a controlled environment. The training included search and rescue operations, vehicle fires, flammable liquid fires, propane tank fires, and participation in a burn room where temperatures can approach 1,000°F, simulating the extreme conditions firefighters may encounter while operating at an active structure fire.

Training of this nature is an essential part of maintaining the skills, confidence, and readiness required of today's firefighters. While classroom instruction and routine training are important, there is no substitute for safely experiencing the heat, conditions, and challenges of live-fire operations.

We are extremely proud of these MCFD personnel for continuing to invest their time and effort into their training. Their willingness to learn, improve, and train alongside other firefighters ultimately makes our department better prepared to serve the citizens of McNairy County when they need us most.

A huge thank you to the Hardin County Fire Department for their continued hospitality and for always providing opportunities for us to train with them and alongside them. Strong relationships between neighboring fire departments make all of our communities safer, and we are grateful for the partnership.

Train together. Learn together. Serve together.
McNairy County Fire Department stands ready to answer the call.

10/21/2026

Proclamation of the County of McNairy, Tennessee honoring the life and service of Allen Strickland.

10/20/2026

One cannot thoroughly describe what all Allen Strickland meant to McNairy County. From Officer, to Deputy, to Chief Deputy, to Chairman, and to Director, the title that meant the most to us was Friend. Allen served our County and its people with a full heart. His collaboration with our department was genuine and he showed it every day. Continue praying for Mrs. Millie and his family. We will take it from here, brother.

10/20/2026

Attention all McNairy County residents, go see the staff at the McNairy County Health Department today and get your FREE flu shot. They will be set up from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm. You can simply drive through and without even getting out of your car. The address is below on the flyer. Please share!

10/19/2026

Interagency Response Helps Protect Local Home

On Saturday, October 17, at approximately 1800 hours, McNairy County Fire Department Stations 22, 23, and 1 were dispatched to a reported structure fire on Airport Road. Initial information indicated that the residents and their pets had safely evacuated the home.

The first-arriving MCFD personnel made the scene within approximately four minutes and found a split-level shop fully involved, with a nearby camper also on fire and threatening the adjacent residence.

Recognizing the immediate threat to the home, Adamsville Fire Department was requested for mutual aid and additional manpower. Fire crews quickly established an aggressive and coordinated attack, with one MCFD engine positioned to protect the residence while crews worked to extinguish the camper fire. A second MCFD attack engine was positioned on another side of the structure, while Adamsville Fire Department positioned their engine on the opposite side to help prevent the fire from spreading into the surrounding woodline.

Through coordinated operations, strategic positioning, and a strong water supply operation, crews were able to stop the fire from extending to the residence. While the shop and camper were unfortunately a total loss, the nearby home was successfully protected.

Firefighters continued working for more than an hour before gaining control of the main fire. Crews remained on scene until approximately 2100 hours conducting overhaul and extinguishing remaining hot spots to ensure the incident was fully under control. Selmer Fire Department was also requested to assist with a 5,000-gallon tanker as part of the water shuttle operation.

Thankfully, no injuries were reported among residents or responding personnel. The American Red Cross was contacted to assist the property owners, and the cause of the fire remains under investigation.

This incident is a great example of why relationships, mutual aid, training, and communication between fire departments matter. When a serious incident occurs, it is not about individual departments—it is about everyone working together toward the same goal: protecting lives, property, and our communities.

We are extremely grateful for our working relationships with Adamsville Fire Department, Selmer Fire Department, and all of our local emergency response partners. The willingness of neighboring departments to answer the call, bring additional manpower and resources, and work seamlessly alongside our personnel made a significant difference on this scene.

The shop and camper may have been lost, but through the quick response and coordinated efforts of multiple agencies, a home was saved.

This is what mutual aid and community partnership are all about. 🚒🤝

10/17/2026

INTERAGENCY COOPERATION: WORKING TOGETHER FOR OUR COMMUNITY

On Thursday, October 15, at approximately 1400 hours, McNairy County Fire Department Station 43 was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Highway 64 West and Bud Long Road. As additional information was received regarding the incident, Station 1 was dispatched to provide mutual aid.

Upon arrival, MCFD personnel found that the Tennessee Highway Patrol and McNairy County Sheriff’s Office had already established a secure work area by closing the eastbound lanes of Highway 64. The Tennessee Department of Transportation was subsequently requested to assist with traffic control and provide additional resources to safely manage the roadway.

MCFD personnel worked efficiently alongside our law enforcement and EMS partners to safely extricate the involved driver and provide a professional handoff to Baptist Ambulance for continued medical care. Additional personnel on scene evaluated the other individuals involved, while roadway cleanup and vehicle recovery were coordinated with additional resources.

While the details of any single incident may vary, the importance of working together never changes.

Responses such as this demonstrate what can be accomplished when fire, law enforcement, EMS, transportation personnel, and private-sector partners work together toward one common goal: protecting our community and providing the best possible service to those who need us.

We are proud of the professionalism and cooperation demonstrated by everyone involved. It is through strong partnerships, mutual aid, training, and a shared commitment to service that we continue to make McNairy County a safer place for everyone.

One call. One team. One mission.

McNairy County Fire Department appreciates all of our partner agencies who stand ready to answer the call alongside us.

10/13/2026

It's that time again, folks! Station 11/ McNairy is having a whole-hog barbecue this Saturday, October 17th, starting at 11:00 am. You can purchase a plate or BBQ by the pound, and they will also have loaded nachos! Also, a $10.00 donation enters you into a drawing for a R***r American Gen 2 7mm PRC. The station is located at 451 McNairy Road; dine in or grab it to go. Come by and support your local fire department!

10/12/2026

🚒RED SUNDAY: Honoring our firefighters, strengthening our community 🚒

On Sunday, October 11, 2026, the McNairy County Fire Department had the special privilege of joining Pastor David Paseur, his wife Lydia, and the congregation of Full Gospel Fellowship Church for their "Red Sunday" service in honor of our firefighters during Fire Prevention Week. We are truly grateful for the opportunity to be welcomed into a place of worship and fellowship where our firefighters were recognized, encouraged, and reminded of the tremendous support our community continues to provide.

During the service, Fire Chief Willie H. Tapp shared a brief message with the congregation about the history of the McNairy County Fire Department, the services we provide, and our ongoing commitment to fire prevention, public education, and protecting the lives and property of our citizens. Personnel from Station 43 also brought an engine for the children to explore, giving our youngest community members an opportunity to learn more about the equipment firefighters use and the important work we do. One of the most meaningful moments of the service was a message drawing a connection between a firefighter's protective gear and the full armor of God, reminding us of the importance of being prepared, standing firm in our responsibilities, and serving others with courage and purpose.

Following the service, the church graciously provided light refreshments and cake, allowing everyone to enjoy a time of fellowship. These moments may seem small to some, but they mean so much to the men and women who dedicate their time to serving others. Knowing that our firefighters are appreciated, supported, and lifted up in prayer is a blessing that we do not take for granted.

As Fire Prevention Week has come to a close, we encourage every household to remember these important fire safety practices:

-Have working smoke alarms in your home.
-Know two ways out of every room, if possible.
-Develop and practice a family fire escape plan.
-Choose a designated outdoor meeting place.

It is our privilege to serve McNairy County, and may we never forget that behind every call, every training exercise, and every public education event is a shared goal: keeping our families, neighbors, and communities safe.

10/07/2026

🚒 MORE THAN FIGHTING FIRE — SERVING OUR COMMUNITY

The McNairy County Fire Department has had a busy few days, and our personnel have once again demonstrated that being a firefighter is about far more than fighting fires.

Over the past several days, our crews have responded to motor vehicle accidents, vehicle fires, brush fires, and an automatic-aid structure fire. In addition to emergency responses, our personnel have covered dozens of medical calls, participated in training opportunities, and had the privilege of spending time in our community through public education.

Every one of these responsibilities plays an important role in keeping McNairy County safe. Emergency response is only one part of what we do. Training prepares us for the unexpected. Public education helps prevent emergencies before they happen. Community involvement builds relationships and trust. And answering the call—regardless of what that call may be—is at the heart of the fire service.

Our personnel dedicate their time, skills, and energy to serving others, often behind the scenes and without recognition. We are proud of the men and women who continue to step up, train hard, serve their communities, and answer the call whenever they are needed.

Being a firefighter is more than fighting fire. It is about being there for your community—when they need you most and when they simply need someone willing to help.

The McNairy County Fire Department is proud to serve McNairy County, Tennessee.

Always Ready. Always Serving.

McNairy County Fire Department

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