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NASHVILLE – Tennesse Governor Bill Lee has proclaimed October 6-12 as Fire Prevention Week in Tennessee.

NASHVILLE – In honor of Carbon Monoxide Awareness Day on September 18 each year, the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (“TDCI”) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (“SFMO”) are sharing carbon monoxide safety messages to help save lives from the “silent killer.”

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (TDMHSAS) and the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) proudly commemorate today’s grand opening of Angelic Ministries’ Studio Home Park Community in Knox County.

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) proudly announces that former longtime state legislative leader Mike Bell has been named Assistant Commissioner of TDCI’s Division of Fire Prevention, which includes the State Fire Marshal’s Office.

NASHVILLE — Using fireworks is a mainstay of most Americans’ Fourth of July celebrations. Unfortunately, consumer fireworks can also pose a hazard to Tennesseans’ health and safety when used incorrectly.

NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) proudly announce the 500th life-saving alert by a smoke alarm installed as part of the “Get Alarmed, Tennessee!” program.

NASHVILLE – Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has proclaimed May in Tennessee as Building Safety Month.

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (“TDCI”) has named Mary Beth Gribble as interim Assistant Commissioner for Fire Prevention overseeing the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (“SFMO”).

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) announces the retirement of Assistant Commissioner for Fire Prevention Gary Farley.

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (“TDCI”) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (“SFMO”) proudly announce that 104 Tennessee rescue squads will receive grants totaling $3 million in 2024 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 3 – March 9, 2024).

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (“TDCI”) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (“SFMO”) proudly announce that 196 Tennessee volunteer fire departments will receive grants totaling $10 million in 2024 through the Volunteer Firefighter Equipment and Training Grant Program.

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (“TDCI”) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (“SFMO”) proudly announce that applications will be accepted starting Monday, Jan. 8, 2024, from rescue squads for $3 million in grants through the newly created Rescue Squad Grant Program.

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (“TDCI”) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (“SFMO”) proudly announce that applications will be accepted starting Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023, for $10 million in grants through the Volunteer Firefighter Equipment and Training Grant Program.

NASHVILLE -- The Tennessee State Fire Marshal's Office (“SFMO”) is alerting Tennessee business owners and residents about the alleged unlicensed and illegal activity of an individual who claims to be a SFMO inspector.