Thomaston Fire Department

09/09/2026

The Thomaston Fire Department would like to send our condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Firefighter Bobby Taylor. We stand with our fire service family in the time of sorrow. Please send your prayers to the ones in need!

City of Thomaston
Monroe County Emergency Services - GA

With heavy hearts we are sharing that Firefighter Bobby Taylor passed away yesterday, surrounded by his family. His funeral service will be held Thursday, September 10th at Maynard Baptist Church at 1195 Juliette Road, Forsyth. Visitation with honors will be at 3pm, the Service at 4pm. Processional to the graveside service with honors immediately following.

Bobby was the epitome of a firefighter. Good-natured, always ready for a joke, always ready to go to the next call. Ready, Bobby was always ready. After retiring from a long career as a paid fireman, he slid right into still being a fireman as a volunteer. When bigger calls would get toned out, you just knew Bobby would be heading up to Station 1 to grab another apparatus to bring to the scene. He was quietly knowledgeable in all things on a fire scene. He was always ready to pitch in, grab tools, whatever was needed, and didn't matter what department you were with. Firemen are all brothers, no matter what the patch on your arm says.

Bobby will be so very missed around the station. He leaves a legacy of service, one that should be honored, and that will definitely be shared with all. Rest easy brother, we'll take it from here.

08/24/2026

6:24 a.m.
8/24/2026

Crews responded to the 200 block of Beall Street in reference to a residential structure fire. Crews performed an offensive fire attack to bring the fire under control. Swift tactics kept the fire to the area of origin. Outstanding job to Shift 2 on a job well done!

In addition, appreciation goes out to all off duty personnel that assisted with ensuring that the City of Thomaston was still covered with personnel ready to respond to additional calls during the duration of this incident.

08/19/2026

Honoring Firefighter Hunter Tucker 🚒❤️

The Thomaston Fire Department would like to recognize Firefighter Hunter Tucker for an incredible act of bravery and selflessness while on vacation with his family.

While enjoying time away from duty, Hunter was faced with an emergency when his wife and a child were caught in the ocean and in danger of drowning. Without hesitation, Hunter sprang into action and put his courage and instincts to work helping save the lives of both his wife and the child.

A firefighter’s commitment to protecting others doesn’t end when the shift is over. Hunter demonstrated that true courage and the will to help others are carried with you wherever you go.

We are proud to call you one of our own, Tucker. Your quick actions, bravery, and willingness to act when it mattered most are a true reflection of the character of a firefighter.

From everyone at the Thomaston Fire Department and City of Thomaston, thank you for answering the call—even when you weren’t on duty.

🔥 We appreciate you, Firefighter Tucker! 🔥

08/15/2026

One team, one community, one common goal: SERVING THE PEOPLE! Thank you for capturing this multiagency teamwork, Air Evac Lifeteam 185 - Upson Co., GA.

City of Thomaston

08/11/2026

“Training to be better each and every day” 🚒‼️

Engine companies of Shift 1 joined forces with Thurston Volunteer Fire & Rescue to put their skills to the test in multi-agency draft, dump tank, and water shuttle operations. Training focused on drafting water from static sources, deploying portable dump tanks, and coordinating continuous tender shuttles to ensure an uninterrupted water supply at scenes without fire hydrants.

Although our immediate response area is equipped with numerous fire hydrants, the location of an incident and the distance to the nearest hydrant can sometimes make establishing an adequate water supply challenging. This is where multi-agency training and coordinated response become essential.

Training together allows agencies to strengthen communication, improve operational efficiency, and ensure we are prepared to overcome challenges when they arise.

Great work and excellent teamwork by everyone involved! 🚒

07/30/2026

Trainee Nyjel Acey is hard at work climbing our 107 ft aerial apparatus better known as Ladder One. Trainee Acey is preparing to attend the Basic Firefighter Course at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center for an extensive 10 weeks. Acey was assisted in this climb by Lt. Akins and FF. Hefton. 🔥🚒

07/29/2026

7/28/26
9:52pm

Crews were dispatched to the area of Barnesville Street and Avenue F in reference to a large brush fire. Due to the location of the fire, Thomaston Fire requested mutual aid from Upson County Fire. Lincoln Park Volunteer Fire Department, Northside Volunteer Fire Rescue and Rock Hill Volunteer Fire Department responded with tankers and manpower to assist with bringing the incident under control.

We appreciate the assistance of Thomaston Police Department with traffic control and Upson County 911 for the outstanding communication and dispatching of additional units. It was truly a team effort.

⚠️Please use caution in the area of residual smell or visual of smoke from the fire. ⚠️

07/27/2026

The City of Thomaston would like to extend its sincere thanks to Planet Fitness for its generous donation of gym equipment to the city. This thoughtful contribution will help provide city employees with the opportunity to stay in better physical shape, which turns supports their ability to serve the community more effectively each day.

The new equipment will be used to promote health, wellness, and overall fitness among city workers. City Officials said the donation is a meaningful investment in the well-being of those who work hard to keep city operations running smoothly. By encouraging healthier habits and better physical conditioning, the equipment will benefit employees across serval departments.

The city would also like to thank everyone who helped transport and assembled the equipment at its new location. Their teamwork and hard work made the process possible ensured the equipment was setup safely & efficiently.

Special appreciation is extended to the City of Thomaston Police Department, Public Works, and the Water Department for their support.

07/24/2026

07/24/2026

Tyler Braswell and Hansen Johnson have spent much of their internship with the City of Thomaston Fire Department, gaining firsthand experience in the daily operations of the fire service. Throughout their time with the department, they have trained alongside shift personnel, responded to emergency calls, and learned what it truly means to serve the community.

From helping maintain the fire station to bringing smiles to children’s faces during community events, they embraced every opportunity to make a positive impact. Their commitment to public service extended beyond the firehouse as they joined fellow interns in supporting the community through a Back-to-School Giveaway.

As they continue pursuing their futures, Hansen Johnson is working toward a degree in Radiology, while Tyler Braswell is pursuing a degree in Sports Medicine. We are incredibly proud of their dedication, hard work, and the positive example they have set during their time with the Thomaston Fire Department. We wish them continued success in all they do.

City of Thomaston