Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department

10/16/2026

Murfreesboro firefighters rescue man and pets from burning home

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – (October 16, 2026) Firefighters from the Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) rescued a man and two pets from a burning house on Kinsale Avenue on Thursday, Oct. 15. The firefighters used a thermal imaging camera to locate the man trapped on the second floor.

MFRD firefighters arrived at the scene around 7:40 p.m. and encountered heavy fire on the exterior of the house. Despite low visibility inside due to thick black smoke, crews entered the home and used thermal imaging technology to find the man upstairs. They successfully rescued him, and he received medical evaluation on the scene before being transported to the hospital for further examination. No other injuries were reported.

In addition to the man, firefighters also rescued a dog and a cat from the blaze. The fire was quickly extinguished by the responding crews.

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by MFRD’s Fire Marshal’s Office.

The response included Ladders 11, 1, 2; Engines 10, 7, 9; Rescues 11, 4; Battalion Chiefs 1, 2; Safety Officers 1, 2; an assistant fire marshal; fire investigators; and additional personnel.

10/15/2026

No one was seriously injured when a vehicle crashed and burst into flames on Interstate 24 Wednesday night.

MFRD units responded to the wreck at the 83 mile marker and quickly extinguished the fire. Because of the complexity of the fire, firefighters used foam to put it out.

I-24 westbound was completely shut down for suppression operations and cleanup.

Units on scene were Ladder 2, Engine 3, Engine 9, Rescue 1, Safety 1, Safety 2, and Battalion Chief 2.

10/15/2026

10/14/2026

Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) crews were called to a house fire on Buckingham Drive Tuesday.

When firefighters arrived, they found heavy flames coming from the garage. Crews searched the home and confirmed no one was inside.

Firefighters quickly put out the fire and kept it from spreading. The garage was badly damaged, and the home cannot be lived in at this time.

The American Red Cross was contacted to help the residents. No injuries were reported.

The MFRD Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the cause of the fire.

Units on scene included Safety 1, Safety 2, Battalion Chief 1, Battalion Chief 2, Ladder 1, Ladder 4, Ladder 6, Ladder 11, Engine 7, Engine 9, Rescue 4, Rescue 11, Car 120 and Car 131.

The Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) and Rutherford County Emergency Medical Services (RCEMS) were also on scene.

10/14/2026

10/13/2026

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10/10/2026

MFRD crews responded to a fire at a mechanic shop on NE Broad Street Friday night.

NE Broad Street was temporarily shut down in both directions while crews worked the scene. The roadway has since reopened to traffic.

10/09/2026

The Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department extends its heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of City of Durham Fire Department Firefighter Andrew Brokes, who tragically lost his life while searching for victims of a fire involving a roof collapse on October 8. The department also offers prayers to the two other firefighters who sustained injuries during the incident.

10/09/2026

Due to the threat of severe weather tomorrow, MFRD’s Fire Prevention Open House scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 10, at Station 11 has been canceled.

You can still catch MFRD and the Fire Marshal’s Office next weekend at several community events, including the STEAM Festival at Murfreesboro Municipal Airport from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and the Fall Festival at The Avenue Murfreesboro from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

MFRD will also be participating in other fall festivals and community events throughout the area. We look forward to seeing you out in the community!

10/08/2026

MFRD reminds residents to practice fire safety during Fire Prevention Week

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (October 5, 2026) - Fire Prevention Week 2026 is underway, and the Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) is encouraging residents to take simple steps to reduce fire risk in their homes.

This year's Fire Prevention Week theme, "Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower," focuses on lithium-ion battery safety and the everyday devices that use them, including smartphones, laptops, tablets, e-bikes, scooters, and power tools.

Lithium-ion batteries power many of the devices people use every day, but damaged batteries and improper charging can cause batteries to overheat and potentially start a fire.

“Lithium-ion batteries are part of our everyday lives, and most of us probably have several devices powered by them in our homes right now,” MFRD Fire Marshal Brian Lowe said. “We want people to understand that something as simple as using the correct charger, charging on a hard, flat surface and unplugging a device when it is fully charged can help reduce the risk of a fire. Fire prevention really starts with the choices we make every day.”

MFRD encourages residents to practice safe charging habits. Charge devices on a hard, flat surface rather than on beds, couches, pillows, or other soft surfaces that can trap heat. Use the cord and charger that came with the device or one approved by the manufacturer, and unplug devices once they are fully charged. Stop using a device if the battery becomes unusually hot, begins to swell, smells strange, leaks, smokes, or makes popping or hissing sounds.

Fire Prevention Week is also an opportunity for families to review other important fire safety practices.

Residents should test smoke alarms monthly and replace alarms that are more than 10 years old. Families should also create and practice a home fire escape plan, identify two ways out of every room when possible, and establish a designated meeting place outside.

Cooking remains another important area of fire prevention. Stay in the kitchen while frying, grilling or cooking on the stovetop, and keep anything that can burn away from cooking and other heat sources.

As temperatures begin to drop, residents should have heating equipment and furnaces checked and make sure they are operating safely. Space heaters should be kept at least 3 feet away from anything that can burn and should be plugged directly into a wall outlet, not an extension cord or power strip.

“Working smoke alarms, a practiced escape plan and good fire safety habits can make a life-saving difference,” Lowe said. “We encourage families to use Fire Prevention Week as a reminder to look around their homes, identify potential hazards and make fire safety a priority throughout the year.”