Fire Department Incident Reporting

The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance is transitioning from the National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) to the National Emergency Reporting Information System (NERIS). While NFIRS is still actively used, fire departments are encouraged to begin familiarizing themselves with NERIS, which will be fully implemented soon. Please review the following information to ensure you are prepared for the transition.

Per TCA § 68-102-111, fire departments in Tennessee are required to report every fire within their jurisdiction within ten (10) days of the fire occurring.

Questions About NFIRS should be directed to TFIRS@tn.gov

Questions about NERIS should be directed to SFMO.NERIS@tn.gov

NFIRS Sunset Information – NFIRS Sunset