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MFRD receives improved ISO Rating

The City of Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) recently received a top rating of Class 1/1X from the Insurance Service Office (ISO), improving from Class 2/2X rating in 2016. The new rating could lead to lower insurance premiums for some homeowners and businesses.

“This is a result of the dedication and hard work of our Fire Chief and the employees of the Fire Rescue Department,” said…

Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) firefighters were dispatched to the mobile home park on N. Tennessee Blvd at 7:48 a.m. Saturday. Heavy smoke and flames were visible when crews arrived. The fire had already spread to a neighboring mobile home. Both families were able to get out safely.

Crews aboard Ladder 8 arrived first on scene and began extinguishing the fire. Engine 3, Ladder 1, Ladder 6, and Rescue 1 also responded. Safety 1, Battalion Chief 1 and 2 also responded to the scene to assist.

Both mobile homes sustained major damage and are not habitable.

Volunteers with the Heart of Tennessee Chapter of the American Red Cross is assisting the families.

The fire is under investigation by MFRD Fire Marshal’s office.

Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) personnel responded to reports of a fire at a home in the 2600 block of Battleground Drive around 8:42 p.m. Saturday. Upon arrival, firefighters found a 24 x 24 detached garage, with a vehicle inside, fully involved. Flames were shooting 30 to 40 feet high. A neighbor alerted the homeowner of the fire. Everyone made it out safely.

Fire crews with Engine 7, Rescue 4 and Ladder 6 extinguished the fire within ten minutes. The heat from the fire caused moderate damage to the siding of the home and privacy fence. It also caused light damage to the siding and fence of a home next door. Safety 1, and Battalion Chief 1 and 2 also assisted with the fire command.

The investigation found improper charcoal disposal was the cause of the fire.

“Charcoal can stay warm and can remain a fire hazard for quite a long time if not properly disposed of,” said MFRD Fire and Safety Specialist Shan Womack. “Make sure coals are completely cooled before disposing of them and always keep them away from anything flammable.”

No injuries were reported, and no one was displaced.

Two teenagers escape injury after their kayak overturned, leaving them stranded in the Stones River Sunday afternoon, March 29.

Two teenagers escape injury after their kayak overturned, leaving them stranded in the Stones River Sunday afternoon, March 29.

The 17-year old males launched the kayak at the Thompson Lane Trailhead around 1:45 p.m. Fifteen seconds into the ride, the kayak flipped,…

A man is facing arson charges after intentionally setting a fire outside a business on Medical Center Pkwy. in Murfreesboro, Tuesday, March 10.

Daniel Smith, 46, was detained and questioned by Murfreesboro Police Department officers and Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) personnel about the fire. Fire and Life Safety Specialist Shan Womack charged Smith with setting fire to personal…

Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) responded for mutual aid in the aftermath of a devastating tornado that hit Wilson County and other parts of Middle Tennessee Tuesday, March 3.

Wilson County Fire & Rescue requested assistance from MFRD at about 3:30 a.m., Tues. morning. Engine 2 and Ladder 8 responded to the Lebanon area with four personnel each.

Later, Mt. Juliet Fire and Police Departments requested assistance from MFRD. Rescue 1 and personnel with a Structural Collapse trailer from Station 1 responded and conducted searches for victims in the Mt. Juliet area. Crew members searched a home and later a warehouse in Mt. Juliet.

“It’s about neighbors helping neighbors,” said MFRD Chief Mark Foulks. “We didn’t hesitate to respond when called upon. No fire service is fully equipped to deal with natural disasters or major emergencies.”

Chief Foulks, Assistant Chief Brian Lowe, Battalion Chief Mark McClusky also participated.

The units have returned to Murfreesboro after completing their requested support assignments.

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South Murfreesboro family displaced after fire on Rowlette Circle

A Murfreesboro family arrived home to notice their residence in South Murfreesboro full of smoke Sunday evening, and will not be able to stay in the home because of smoke and fire damage. There were no injuries.

At approximately 5:45 p.m., February 23rd, Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) firefighters were dispatched to a fire at a two-story multifamily townhome at 315 Rowlette Circle off…