Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department

Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department personnel are dedicated to providing outstanding fire protection for the City of Murfreesboro. Our ultimate goal is to deliver the highest level of emergency response with the greatest margin of safety in the most fiscally responsible way. The individual members of the department are the most important and valuable assets. They work for the citizens of Murfreesboro to create a better quality of life. The MFRD works hard to help provide a safe, progressive, and healthy community for its citizens. Personnel train daily to be better prepared to perform their jobs and to meet state and national standards. The department's newsletter, The Extinguisher, is available monthly as is its Annual Report. If you have any questions regarding fire related issues, please contact the Fire Administration office at 615-893-1422 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Rutherford County Fallen Firefighter Memorial

The Rutherford County Fallen Firefighter Memorial was dedicated on Jan. 20. The Memorial recognizes the Murfreesboro and Rutherford County heroes for their ultimate sacrifice. Here is more information.

MFRD Honor Guard: 2012 National Honor Guard Champions

FDIC Champions

Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department maintains an honor/color guard that is trained to be available for occasions such as official funerals and public events. In April 2012, MFRD's Honor Guard won the title of "National Honor Guard Champions" at the Fire Department Instructors Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana. Pictured are the "Champions" after being officially recognized by Murfreesboro City Council prior to its May 17 meeting. Front row from left are Captain/Shift Inspector Thomas McAdoo, Captain Mike Adams, Driver Randy Shaw, and Firefighter Charles Powell. Left to right, back row, are Captain Jeff Irvin, Firefighter Greg Burt, Captain/Shift Inspector Nora Smith, and Captain/Shift Inspector Wade Williams. Not pictured: Captain Gary Hutchinson.

Murfreesboro's ISO Fire Rating

The Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department has a Class 2 ISO rating. For more information, click here.

Important fire safety tips

Always call 911 in case of an emergency.
In case of fire - Get out fast, stay out.
If there is any smoke, stay low and crawl below.
Stop, drop, and roll if your clothes catch on fire.
Test your smoke detectors monthly and change the batteries annually.
Never disable a detector by borrowing its battery for another use.
Plan and practice two escape routes with your family.
Never leave cooking unattended.
Put a lid on grease fires, never use water.
Never use an appliance with a frayed cord.
Keep lighters and matches away from children.
Keep heaters away from curtains and furniture.
Remove lint from a dryer regularly.
Purchase a fire extinguisher and learn how to use it.
Always turn pot handles toward the center of the stove.
Never fill a gas container in a vehicle; always place it on the ground.
Never store flammable liquids in your house or garage.
Never wear loose clothing while cooking.
Never run a heater's cord under a rug, carpet, or furniture.

Emergency preparedness

Murfreesboro's city staff has prepared a basic emergency preparedness guide that includes, among other things, a list of basic supplies one should have in case of an emergency. This document is based on a version published by the American Red Cross.