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NASHVILLE — The arrival of summer means hot days, long afternoons, and time spent with family and friends boating, camping, and cooking out. However, the COVID-19 pandemic, recent severe weather across Tennessee, and the ongoing economic recovery have created new challenges and risks for Tennesseans this summer.

NASHVILLE — After months of quarantining, Tennesseans are taking to the Volunteer State’s beautiful lakes, rivers, and waterways in record numbers this year. Ahead of Tennesseans hitting the water for the Memorial Day holiday weekend, the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) reminds boaters and outdoorsmen to help keep this holiday and the summer safe by learning the potential hazards that could lead to electric shock drowning.

NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) proudly announce the 300th life-saving alert by a smoke alarm installed through the “Get Alarmed, Tennessee!” program.

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office proudly recognizes three staff members recently chosen to serve on national and international organizations dedicated to improving firefighter training, building codes standards and public safety.

NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) is sharing important information with Middle Tennessee residents who sustained damage from Sunday’s storms about filing insurance claims, selecting contractors, home safety, and avoiding financial scams.

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) announces that 41 Tennessee volunteer fire departments were selected to receive funding through the Volunteer Firefighter Equipment and Training Grant Program.

NASHVILLE – As part of following Tennessee Governor Bill Lee’s Executive Order No. 23, Tennessee residents should stay at home in order to help save lives and stop the spread of the deadly coronavirus (COVID-19).

NASHVILLE – In order to stop the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Tennesseans are now required by Governor Bill Lee to stay home unless carrying out essential activities.

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) announces that Jason Sparks has been promoted to serve as Fire Program Director for the Tennessee Fire Service and Codes Enforcement Academy (TFACA), which is part of the State Fire Marshal’s Office.

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) announces that applications will be accepted starting Friday, February 14, 2020, from volunteer fire departments for grants through the newly established Volunteer Firefighter Equipment and Training Grant Program.

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office announces that Tennessee fire service veteran Anthony Grande has recently been appointed executive director of the Tennessee Firefighting Personnel Standards & Education Commission.

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office recently honored City of Kingsport Fire Department Public Education Officer Barry Brickey for being chosen as the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) 2019 Fire and Life Safety Educator of the Year.

NASHVILLE – Christmas trees are among the cornerstones of holiday celebrations. They’re lovely reminders of childhood, family traditions, and natural beauty. But a Christmas tree can also be among the deadliest of household fire hazards when they aren’t properly maintained or when they’re kept near heat sources.

NASHVILLE – As families prepare to gather for Thanksgiving Day feasts this Thursday, Nov. 28, the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office reminds Tennesseans that the recipe for holiday fire safety always includes adding good cooking safety habits.

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) and members of six volunteer fire departments will install smoke alarms across Cocke County starting at 8 a.m. (ET) on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019.