Monroe County Tennessee Fire Association

08/21/2026

07/29/2026

Incentives like this should be the standard everywhere for volunteers! - Montgomery County, Virginia, has approved a significant personal property tax incentive aimed at strengthening its volunteer fire and EMS system. Volunteers who contribute at least 200 hours annually will receive a reduced vehicle tax rate of $1 per $100 of assessed value, a 60% reduction from the standard $2.55 rate. County leaders hope the incentive will improve recruitment, retention, and volunteer engagement. The move comes as the county faces increasing demands from population growth and a declining volunteer workforce, prompting the hiring of 50 career emergency responders since 2021 and discussions about building three additional stations.

07/12/2026

Interesting!

ROWAN COUNTY: This is the first year Rowan County is trying a program that allows to pay two volunteers. The fiscal court is using general fund money to pay firefighters to stay at the station during times when volunteer coverage can be hard to guarantee. Rowan County Reporter Alex Barber has more below.

05/21/2026

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04/08/2026

“Volunteerism is just not there anymore. Nobody wants to volunteer,” Chad Goodman, fire chief of West Roane County Volunteer Fire Department, said. “We’ve had people stop in, want to join and once they find out there’s no pay involved, that’s it; they are done. They want the money.” https://tinyurl.com/2nm23adc

03/24/2026

Keeping your home safe from fire starts right in your own backyard. Let's tackle a little yard work that goes a long way in protecting our communities!

Here are three simple yard care steps to reduce fire risks around your property:

🍂 Clear dry debris: Grab a rake and clear out dead leaves, pine needles, and dry grass from near your home. Removing this debris eliminates easy fuel for stray sparks. While leaf litter is great for critters, that litter needs to be farther away from your home to reduce wildfire risk.

🏡 Create a defensible space: Keep a clear buffer zone between your house and larger shrubs or trees by reducing flammable material in the area and cutting back overhanging branches close to your home to stop fire from easily jumping to your roof.

💧 Water regularly: A well-hydrated lawn acts as a natural firebreak. Give your grass a steady drink of water to keep it green, keeping your local watering guidelines in mind.

A little maintenance makes a massive difference. Hit the share button so your friends and neighbors can prep their yards, too. Let's keep our neighborhoods safe together!

03/17/2026

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Anderson County now has a full-time fire marshal. The move aims to support volunteer fire departments in the county and reduce the risk of fire in the community.

MORE: https://www.wate.com/news/anderson-county-news/anderson-county-growing-fire-services-with-new-fire-marshal-position/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_WATE_6_On_Your_Side

03/15/2026

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