Wartrace Fire Department

08/29/2026

Tennessee Highway Patrol, Bedford County Emergency Management Agency, Bedford County Fire Department, Bedford County Sheriff's Office TN, Bedford County Emergency Medical Service, Vanderbilt LifeFlight, Shelbyville Fire Department, and Shelbyville Police Department are just a few agencies that will be attending this year's event. Stayed tuned as more updates come available.

08/26/2026

🔥 HOW TO REMEMBER THE CLASSES OF FIRE

The easiest way to identify a fire class is to ask:

“What is burning?”

🟩 CLASS A — ASH
Ordinary combustible materials such as wood, paper, cloth, rubber, and some plastics.
Remember: A = Ash — these materials often leave ash when burned.

🟥 CLASS B — BOIL
Flammable liquids such as gasoline, oil, paints, and solvents.
Remember: B = Boil — a simple memory aid for flammable liquids.

🟦 CLASS C — CURRENT
Fires involving energized electrical equipment, including wiring, outlets, appliances, and electrical panels.
Remember: C = Current.

🟨 CLASS D — DENT
Fires involving combustible metals, such as magnesium, sodium, and titanium.
Remember: D = Dent — think of metal that can be dented.

⬛ CLASS K — KITCHEN
Fires involving cooking oils and fats, particularly in commercial cooking equipment.
Remember: K = Kitchen.

🔥 A — Ash | B — Boil | C — Current | D — Dent | K — Kitchen

Knowing what is burning helps identify the fire class and the appropriate extinguishing agent.

⚠️ When in doubt, get out and call the fire department. Never risk your life trying to extinguish a fire that is already spreading.

08/23/2026

PSA- On Monday, August 24, 2026, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation will be conducting Post Blast Investigation training at the Tennessee Fire and Codes Enforcement Academy. Residents nearby TFACA may hear a series of small explosions between 11 AM and 12 PM. Residents are advised to not report explosions to 911.

08/22/2026

Just over a month away from this FREE Event for the county. We've already had more agencies say "yes" to coming this year to make this event better than last year.

If you see this ad, please LIKE, SHARE, and FOLLOW Wartrace Fire Department . Help us spread the word on this free event.

Stay tuned for more details in the upcoming weeks as we get more information on who all will be coming out.

08/20/2026

08/14/2026

🚒💧 How long will your fire engine’s water really last?

A full tank may sound like plenty—but once the nozzle opens, those gallons can disappear in just minutes.

🔥 1,000 gallons at 250 GPM = about 4 minutes.

That’s why securing a reliable water supply early matters.

Know your tank. Know your flow. Don’t run dry.

08/14/2026

Tonight, we had joint training with Bell Buckle Fire Department, Normandy Tn volunteer fire dept., and Bedford County Fire Department. We supplied water to our Aerial from our tankers.

08/12/2026

🔥 DON’T SLEEP WITH YOUR PHONE CHARGING

Charging your phone may be part of your bedtime routine, but where and how you charge it matters.

Modern phones and quality chargers have built-in safety features, but damaged cables, faulty or counterfeit chargers, loose electrical connections, and poor ventilation can still create overheating and fire hazards.

Keep charging safer:

* Use a certified, compatible charger.
* Check cords and plugs for damage.
* Charge on a hard, flat surface where heat can escape.
* Never charge your phone under a pillow, blanket, or on the bed.
* Stop using a charger or device if it becomes unusually hot, smells burnt, or shows signs of damage.

📱⚡ Charge safely before you sleep. A small habit can help protect your home and family.

08/08/2026

🚨 SAFETY DAY 2026 — WE NEED YOUR HELP! 🚨

We’re excited to announce that Safety Day is coming back to Wartrace! 🎉

After a great first year, we’re working to make this an annual community event that continues to grow and provide valuable resources and education to families in our area.

👶 CAR SEAT SAFETY IS OUR MAIN FOCUS!
Safety Day was created to provide FREE car seat safety checks and education to our community. This year, we’re expanding the event even further and we need YOUR help!

❤️ HELP US PROVIDE SAFE CAR SEATS TO LOCAL FAMILIES

We are asking local residents, organizations, and businesses to consider donating gender-neutral car seats and/or booster seats. These seats will be provided to families who may not be able to afford a new, properly installed car seat or booster seat.

Many people don't realize that car seats and booster seats have expiration dates. They may also need to be replaced after being involved in a vehicle crash.

A properly installed, up-to-date car seat can make a life-saving difference. ❤️

🚒 MORE THAN JUST CAR SEAT CHECKS!

Safety Day is a FREE event for the entire community, and we’re bringing together many of the local agencies we work with throughout the year.

Come out and:

🚓 Meet local law enforcement
🚒 Meet your local firefighters
🩺 Talk with community agencies and first responders
🚑 Learn about important safety resources
👀 Check out emergency vehicles and equipment
🔧 See some of the cool tools and gadgets our agencies use
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Get valuable safety information for your family
❤️ And, of course, get your car seat checked!

📅 MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

Saturday, October 3, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Jernigan Field — Wartrace, TN

🎟️ FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

We want to make this year's Safety Day bigger, better, and more helpful for our community than ever before.

🪑 WANT TO DONATE A CAR SEAT OR BOOSTER SEAT?

If you, your family, organization, or business would like to donate a new car seat or booster seat, please contact:

📞 Chief Dye: 931-224-2605
📞 Assistant Chief: 931-639-0243

Every donation helps us put a safe seat in the hands of a child who needs one. Together, we can help keep our community's youngest passengers safe! ❤️

SHARE THIS POST & HELP US SPREAD THE WORD! 🚨👶🚒

08/08/2026

We all know you like BBQ. Head on over to Flat Creek September 19th and buy the BBQ. Let them sell out. Go show your support.

🔥 It’s BBQ time again! 🔥

Come for the food and stay for the fellowship.

Add this to your calendars and get ready to come eat!

📅 September 19
⏰ 4 PM to 7 PM
📍 113 Hilltop Road, Shelbyville, TN

🍖 BBQ plates are $15
Hand seasoned and smoked by your favorite firemen. We hope to see you there!
Please share and help us spread the word! ❤️🔥