NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) are reminding Tennessee rescue squads that they must be recognized and authorized by the Department to qualify for grant funds starting in 2027.
NASHVILLE -- As Tennesseans prepare to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary during the upcoming Fourth of July holiday, the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) remind Tennesseans of the changes to fireworks laws for 2026 and how they can make a difference in consumer celebrations.
NASHVILLE – The arrival of summer means family vacations, hot temperatures, grilling out, and fireworks.
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) proudly announce that the $1.97 million ladder truck Tower One officially began its service after a ceremonial “push-in" event on Monday, May 11, 2026 at the Tennessee Fire Services and Codes Enforcement Academy (TFACA) in Bell Buckle.
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) are raising awareness with the Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry (TDF) about the importance of wildfire preparedness ahead of Wildfire Community Preparedness Day on Saturday, May 2, 2026.
NASHVILLE – To help raise public awareness of the critical role that building codes play in ensuring safe communities, the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) is joining with the International Code Council to promote Building Safety Month in May.
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office proudly announces the promotion of Jason Sparks to the role of executive director of the Tennessee State Fire Service and Codes Enforcement Academy (TFACA) located in Bell Buckle.
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) proudly announce that 115 Tennessee rescue squads will receive grants totaling $5 million in 2026 through the Rescue Squad Grant Program.
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) honor the bravery, dedication, and sacrifices of Tennessee’s volunteer firefighters during Volunteer Firefighters Week (March 1 – March 7, 2026).
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) announce the expansion of the lifesaving “Get Alarmed, Tennessee!” free smoke alarm program to include carbon monoxide detectors.
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) announce the expansion of the lifesaving “Get Alarmed, Tennessee!” free smoke alarm program to include carbon monoxide detectors.
NASHVILLE – As recovery from the devastation of Winter Storm Fern continues, the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) is committed to assisting local power companies and municipalities in helping safely restore power to homes in storm-affected areas.
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) proudly announce that applications from rescue squads will be accepted starting on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026, for $5 million in grant funding through the Rescue Squad Grant Program.
NASHVILLE – As Tennessee families gather for Thanksgiving Day feasts on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025, the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) urge Tennesseans to focus on kitchen fire safety in light of new figures related to cooking safety.
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) proudly announce that volunteer fire departments can now apply for $20 million in funding available through the Volunteer Firefighter Equipment and Training Grant Program in 2026.