One person in critical condition after CFD crews rescued them from burning building on North Orchard Knob Avenue
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, Red Shift companies responded to reports of a commercial fire in the 1700 block of North Orchard Knob Avenue. Upon arrival, they observed heavy smoke coming from the building’s eaves and flames venting through a window. Firefighters entered…
Chattanooga Fire Department honors Collegedale Corporal Enoch Hurd in heartfelt procession following tragic accident
Chattanooga, TN – According to the officials, Collegedale Corporal Enoch Hurd was escorted home on Sunday in a solemn tribute after he tragically lost his life in an off-duty motorcycle accident in North Carolina. The route was lined with first responders from across the region,…
The Chattanooga Police Department celebrated the graduation of five officers from the Southeastern Leadership Academy
Chattanooga, TN – According to the police officials, Lt. Rusty Morrison, Lt. Kyle Moses, Sgt. Joshua May, Sgt. Jeff Miller, and Sgt. Jason Wood successfully completed the program, designed for mid-management personnel in law enforcement. The academy, coordinated by the University of Tennessee’s Law Enforcement…
Clarksville Fire Rescue, alongside volunteers, canvassed a local neighborhood to install smoke alarms in homes needing them
Clarksville, TN – According to the statement, Clarksville Fire Rescue, alongside volunteers from the Red Cross Tennessee River Chapter, Austin Peay Baseball and Softball teams, and the APSU College of Business, canvassed a local neighborhood this past weekend to install smoke alarms in homes needing them….
CPD officers attended Stop Gun Violence & Youth Violence Conflict Resolution Seminar at the Avondale Community Center
Chattanooga, TN – According to the police officials, Officer Mayweather and Sergeant Holmes recently attended the Stop Gun Violence & Youth Violence Conflict Resolution Seminar at the Avondale Community Center. The event saw an impressive turnout, with community members and youth gathered to address critical issues…
DEA’s Prescription Drug Take Back Day set for tomorrow, offering residents chance to safely dispose of unused or expired medications
Chattanooga, TN – According to the police officials, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., several designated locations will serve as drop-off points across the area. Unused medications, especially opioids, present numerous risks in the home. Studies have shown that 15% of students in grades 7…
TDOT has announced that contract crews will close the I-55 Mississippi River Bridge this weekend to continue work on the I-55 and Crump interchange
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, this closure marks the fifth of eight weekend closures permitted in the construction contract. The closure will begin on **Saturday, October 26, at 4:00 a.m.**, and will continue through **Monday, October 28, at 6:00 a.m.**, with several key…
Residents encouraged to participate in upcoming Prescription Drug Take Back Day this Saturday, with drop-off locations available across various sites
Chattanooga, TN – According to the police officials, the following event reportedly offers an opportunity for individuals to safely dispose of unused or expired prescription medications, helping to prevent misuse and accidental poisonings. Many may question the need to discard unused medications, especially if they believe…
Chattanooga firefighters packed the City Council meeting to show their support for removing the city’s residency requirement, which has impacted recruitment and hiring for both the CFD and CPD
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, CFD Chief Hyman and CPD Chief Chambers presented information to council members about the significance of this change. Under the current city charter, Chattanooga police officers and firefighters can legally live in distant cities like Knoxville, Nashville, or even…
Two overnight incidents, including a fire on South Kelley Street and an extrication on Interstate 24, required response from CFD crews
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, Chattanooga Firefighters from Green Shift responded to two overnight incidents, including a fire on South Kelley Street and an extrication on Interstate 24. The first fire occurred late Sunday at a vacant house on E 47th Street, followed…