Orme, TN Volunteer Fire Department

05/20/2026

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05/20/2026

Memorial Day weekend is almost here... which means grills across Tennessee will be firing up. Before you light those coals, take a minute to think about what happens AFTER the burgers come off.

Coals can stay hot enough to start a fire for 24 to 48 hours after grilling, even when they look and feel completely cold. Every year, improperly discarded ashes spark fires in trash cans, garages, decks and dry vegetation.

Here's how to dispose of charcoal the safe way:

✅ Close the lid and vents on your grill to let coals burn out completely
✅ Douse the ashes thoroughly with water and stir until cold to the touch
✅ Wait at least 48 hours before final disposal
✅ Transfer cooled ashes to a metal container with a tight-fitting lid
✅ Place that container on a non-flammable surface, away from your home, deck or any vegetation
✅ Never dump ashes in the trash, leaves or mulch

A few extra minutes of cleanup can prevent a wildfire that puts your home, your family and your neighborhoods at risk.

Grill smart. Dispose smarter.

05/19/2026

Lint happens. Fires don’t have to. Lint buildup can lead to a dryer fire if it’s not cleaned regularly.

• Clean the lint filter before or after each load.
• Make sure the outdoor vent flap opens when the dryer is running.
• Have a qualified service person clean the inside of the dryer cabinet and exhaust duct once a year.

Learn more: https://nfpa.social/3XEgQZ8

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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

05/02/2026

Every year during Tennessee’s fire season, approximately 1,000 wildfires burn an average of 16,000 acres, affecting 87% of Tennessee’s population. As new developments continue to grow near wildlands, the risk increases.

That's why is joining the Tennessee Department of Agriculture to stress the importance of wildfire preparedness ahead of Wildfire Community Preparedness Day on Saturday, May 2, 2026.

Looking for ways you can prepare? Check out these tips at the link: https://www.tn.gov/commerce/news/2026/4/30/agencies-remind-tn-that-wildfire-community-preparedness-day-is-saturday-may-2-2026.html

05/02/2026

Be a nice ,cool morning to stop by and see us. Unfortunately the rehab truck is still down,but We do have mechanics working on it and hopefully be up and running soon