One of the best parts of the job is getting to hang out and have discussions. Thank Cedar Springs Presbyterian for having us yesterday.

This photo is from March 11, 1947. They are doing a demonstration of a negative pressure ventilator called the iron lung. Fraternal Order of Eagles raised funds to purchase and donate the device (a 700-pound mechanical tank respirator) to be utilized by KFD and local responders.

We are currently on scene of a working house fire Parkdale at Cedar Lane. The fire came in at approximately 11:20 AM.

The outside temperatures are cooling and so are our homes. If you use space heaters, this is a reminder to use them safely.

Yesterday, we got to visit Christenberry Elementary School for career day. Thank you for allowing us to spend time with you all and we hope you learned some valuable information.

Thank you Marcia's Learning Center for having us over. It's always a great time to hang out with the community.

TBT, we are sharing a photo of a 1938 Peter Pirsch 100' Aerial Ladder Truck. This truck was delivered to KFD on October 3, 1938 and was in service at HQ. It was purchased and delivered with a cost of $22,000.

We gather to honor and remember the members of our fire service who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty, as well as those who have passed since the last memorial. We are forever grateful for their dedication, sacrifice, and years of service to our department and comm.

Thank you to everyone that joined us in Market Square this evening. It’s always nice getting to spend time with the community. Hope to see you next time!

Join us tomorrow night in Market Square! Learn some fire prevention tips, visit with firefighters, and roast some marshmallows. See you there 6pm-8pm

Throwback Thursday features Gil Widener. In this photo, he is demonstrating a new proximity suit for fighting chemical fires. This newspaper clipping is from the early 1960's.

With almost 26 years with KFD, today is MFF Garth Ogle's last shift. Congratulations and enjoy your retirement Sir.

Congratulations to Storm Johnson on his badge pinning today. Firefighter Johnson has been promoted to Senior Firefighter, keep up the good work.

Today's throwback is from 1917. This image depicts the major shift from horse drawn fire trucks to combustion engines. KFD's first combustion engine was purchased in 1914.

Join us for our annual Night on the Square. We'll have interactive opportunities for children to learn about firefighters and what we do. Market Square-October 2, 6pm-8pm.

Quint 17 was called out for a car fire in a residential neighbored. Due to a quick response and extinguishment, the crew was able to prevent any further fire spread.

During the 2026 City of Knoxville Supplier Excellence Awards, Burns Mailing and Printing was KFD's Impact Award recipient. Congratulations and thank you, we appreciate you working hard for us.

For TBT we are sharing a photo from November 11, 1936. KFD is participating in the Armistice Day Parade on Gay Street.

We had a great time visiting the Wallace Memorial Homeschool Co-op yesterday! It's always a privilege to show off our trucks and share important fire safety tips with the community. Thank you for having us!

Our crew returned home from their deployment in Texas around 2:00 PM today. Everyone is doing well and, understandably tired. We’re glad to have them back safely and know their families are eager to welcome them home!