Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue
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Holiday Safety Tip!
Swap open-flame candles for battery-operated candles this season. They’re just as festive — and a whole lot safer.
Wishing you a bright and safe holiday from TMFR!
#fireprevention #firesafeholiday
Swap open-flame candles for battery-operated candles this season. They’re just as festive — and a whole lot safer.
Wishing you a bright and safe holiday from TMFR!
#fireprevention #firesafeholiday
December 2, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Holiday Safety Tip!
Swap open-flame candles for battery-operated candles this season. They’re just as festive — and a whole lot safer.
Wishing you a bright and safe holiday from TMFR!
#fireprevention #firesafeholiday
Swap open-flame candles for battery-operated candles this season. They’re just as festive — and a whole lot safer.
Wishing you a bright and safe holiday from TMFR!
#fireprevention #firesafeholiday
🚒👏 Big Congratulations to #TMFR Engineer Chris Perham! 👏🚒
Please join us in recognizing Chris Perham on his well-earned promotion to Fire Engineer! Chris has consistently shown dedication, professionalism, and a commitment to serving our community.
#TMFRProud #FireEngineer
Please join us in recognizing Chris Perham on his well-earned promotion to Fire Engineer! Chris has consistently shown dedication, professionalism, and a commitment to serving our community.
#TMFRProud #FireEngineer
December 1, 2025 at 11:44 PM
🚒👏 Big Congratulations to #TMFR Engineer Chris Perham! 👏🚒
Please join us in recognizing Chris Perham on his well-earned promotion to Fire Engineer! Chris has consistently shown dedication, professionalism, and a commitment to serving our community.
#TMFRProud #FireEngineer
Please join us in recognizing Chris Perham on his well-earned promotion to Fire Engineer! Chris has consistently shown dedication, professionalism, and a commitment to serving our community.
#TMFRProud #FireEngineer
It’s December, and that can only mean one thing! As we bring the holiday spirit into our homes, we also want to remind everyone about Christmas tree safety. A dry tree can ignite in seconds, turning a joyful season into a dangerous one.
#fireprevention #FireSafeHoliday
#fireprevention #FireSafeHoliday
December 1, 2025 at 6:46 PM
It’s December, and that can only mean one thing! As we bring the holiday spirit into our homes, we also want to remind everyone about Christmas tree safety. A dry tree can ignite in seconds, turning a joyful season into a dangerous one.
#fireprevention #FireSafeHoliday
#fireprevention #FireSafeHoliday
TMFR Firefighters will be at the Walmart Supercenter, 5065 Pyramid Way, Sparks (Spanish Springs). Please help us fill up the fire truck by purchasing a toy (of gift card for teens) during this time. Special thank you to Walmart for supporting this opportunity for our community.
November 29, 2025 at 8:20 PM
TMFR Firefighters will be at the Walmart Supercenter, 5065 Pyramid Way, Sparks (Spanish Springs). Please help us fill up the fire truck by purchasing a toy (of gift card for teens) during this time. Special thank you to Walmart for supporting this opportunity for our community.
This Thanksgiving, we extend our deepest gratitude to the #TMFR firefighters spending the holiday on duty, answering calls, and keeping our community safe.
Thank you, AND YOUR FAMILIES, for the sacrifices you make. Happy Thanksgiving. 🦃🚒❤️
Thank you, AND YOUR FAMILIES, for the sacrifices you make. Happy Thanksgiving. 🦃🚒❤️
November 28, 2025 at 1:48 AM
This Thanksgiving, we extend our deepest gratitude to the #TMFR firefighters spending the holiday on duty, answering calls, and keeping our community safe.
Thank you, AND YOUR FAMILIES, for the sacrifices you make. Happy Thanksgiving. 🦃🚒❤️
Thank you, AND YOUR FAMILIES, for the sacrifices you make. Happy Thanksgiving. 🦃🚒❤️
This Thanksgiving, we’re especially grateful for our dispatchers — the calm voice in every emergency and the lifeline our community depends on. Thank you for your dedication and service. 🧡🦃
#TMFRProud #HappyThanksgiving
#TMFRProud #HappyThanksgiving
November 27, 2025 at 6:26 PM
This Thanksgiving, we’re especially grateful for our dispatchers — the calm voice in every emergency and the lifeline our community depends on. Thank you for your dedication and service. 🧡🦃
#TMFRProud #HappyThanksgiving
#TMFRProud #HappyThanksgiving
From all of us at TMFR, happy Thanksgiving!
As we gather with family and friends, we’re incredibly thankful for this community and the trust you place in us every day. Whether it’s responding to emergencies or supporting fire prevention efforts — it’s an honor to serve you.
As we gather with family and friends, we’re incredibly thankful for this community and the trust you place in us every day. Whether it’s responding to emergencies or supporting fire prevention efforts — it’s an honor to serve you.
November 27, 2025 at 3:41 PM
From all of us at TMFR, happy Thanksgiving!
As we gather with family and friends, we’re incredibly thankful for this community and the trust you place in us every day. Whether it’s responding to emergencies or supporting fire prevention efforts — it’s an honor to serve you.
As we gather with family and friends, we’re incredibly thankful for this community and the trust you place in us every day. Whether it’s responding to emergencies or supporting fire prevention efforts — it’s an honor to serve you.
FILL THE FIRE TRUCK EVENT! This weekend, November 29-30, 9am to 5pm. TMFR Firefighters will be at the Walmart, 5065 Pyramid Way, Spanish Springs).
Learn more about out Toy Drive and Fire Engine Parade coming up next month. tmfpd.us/fire-engine-...
Learn more about out Toy Drive and Fire Engine Parade coming up next month. tmfpd.us/fire-engine-...
November 26, 2025 at 6:26 PM
FILL THE FIRE TRUCK EVENT! This weekend, November 29-30, 9am to 5pm. TMFR Firefighters will be at the Walmart, 5065 Pyramid Way, Spanish Springs).
Learn more about out Toy Drive and Fire Engine Parade coming up next month. tmfpd.us/fire-engine-...
Learn more about out Toy Drive and Fire Engine Parade coming up next month. tmfpd.us/fire-engine-...
Kitchen safety tip for Thanksgiving!
If a grease fire starts in your pan, don’t use water — it will make the flames explode. A few simple steps can keep your family safe and your Thanksgiving dinner on track.
Don’t leave cooking unattended, and have a wonderful holiday! 🧡👨🍳🔥
If a grease fire starts in your pan, don’t use water — it will make the flames explode. A few simple steps can keep your family safe and your Thanksgiving dinner on track.
Don’t leave cooking unattended, and have a wonderful holiday! 🧡👨🍳🔥
November 25, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Kitchen safety tip for Thanksgiving!
If a grease fire starts in your pan, don’t use water — it will make the flames explode. A few simple steps can keep your family safe and your Thanksgiving dinner on track.
Don’t leave cooking unattended, and have a wonderful holiday! 🧡👨🍳🔥
If a grease fire starts in your pan, don’t use water — it will make the flames explode. A few simple steps can keep your family safe and your Thanksgiving dinner on track.
Don’t leave cooking unattended, and have a wonderful holiday! 🧡👨🍳🔥
As Thanksgiving approaches, please remember that turkey fryers can be extremely dangerous. Hot oil, open flames, and unpredictable weather are a risky mix.
Let’s keep our celebrations safe and fire-free this holiday season!
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Let’s keep our celebrations safe and fire-free this holiday season!
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Dangers of Turkey Fryers
YouTube video by National Fire Protection Association
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November 23, 2025 at 5:10 PM
As Thanksgiving approaches, please remember that turkey fryers can be extremely dangerous. Hot oil, open flames, and unpredictable weather are a risky mix.
Let’s keep our celebrations safe and fire-free this holiday season!
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Let’s keep our celebrations safe and fire-free this holiday season!
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As we head into Thanksgiving season, our kitchens get busier — and so do reports of cooking and kitchen fires. The biggest cause? Unattended cooking.
Let’s keep our homes, our families, and our holiday celebrations safe. 🦃Stay vigilant and don’t leave your cooking unattended!
Let’s keep our homes, our families, and our holiday celebrations safe. 🦃Stay vigilant and don’t leave your cooking unattended!
November 22, 2025 at 8:41 PM
As we head into Thanksgiving season, our kitchens get busier — and so do reports of cooking and kitchen fires. The biggest cause? Unattended cooking.
Let’s keep our homes, our families, and our holiday celebrations safe. 🦃Stay vigilant and don’t leave your cooking unattended!
Let’s keep our homes, our families, and our holiday celebrations safe. 🦃Stay vigilant and don’t leave your cooking unattended!
TMFR Firefighter Joe Eguen is today’s #FridayFirefighter. Joe is a seasoned fire service professional who has fought dozens of wildland fires across the state and nation. Read more: bit.ly/4piHMsy
November 21, 2025 at 4:55 PM
TMFR Firefighter Joe Eguen is today’s #FridayFirefighter. Joe is a seasoned fire service professional who has fought dozens of wildland fires across the state and nation. Read more: bit.ly/4piHMsy
⚠️❄️This week is Crash Responder Safety Week. As winter were in, vehicular accidents increases due to wet and icy conditions.🚒🚓
When you see an emergency vehicle from a first responder, tow truck, or roadside assistance vehicle, slow down and move over.
When you see an emergency vehicle from a first responder, tow truck, or roadside assistance vehicle, slow down and move over.
November 20, 2025 at 8:21 PM
⚠️❄️This week is Crash Responder Safety Week. As winter were in, vehicular accidents increases due to wet and icy conditions.🚒🚓
When you see an emergency vehicle from a first responder, tow truck, or roadside assistance vehicle, slow down and move over.
When you see an emergency vehicle from a first responder, tow truck, or roadside assistance vehicle, slow down and move over.
Our TMFR fire engines will be rolling through the community beginning December 11 - 15 — lights shining, spirits high, and helping spread the word about our annual toy drive benefiting local kids in need.
Details: tmfpd.us/fire-engine-...
Details: tmfpd.us/fire-engine-...
November 19, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Our TMFR fire engines will be rolling through the community beginning December 11 - 15 — lights shining, spirits high, and helping spread the word about our annual toy drive benefiting local kids in need.
Details: tmfpd.us/fire-engine-...
Details: tmfpd.us/fire-engine-...
#TMFR and Reno Fire Dept. have knocked down an attic fire on the 11000 block of Tupelo St. No injuries reported and cause under investigation.
November 19, 2025 at 3:48 AM
#TMFR and Reno Fire Dept. have knocked down an attic fire on the 11000 block of Tupelo St. No injuries reported and cause under investigation.
As we gear up for one of the biggest cooking days of the year, here are a few quick safety facts to help keep your family safe:
• Cooking fires are the #1 cause of home fires on Thanksgiving.
• Unattended cooking is the leading factor in most holiday kitchen fires.
• Cooking fires are the #1 cause of home fires on Thanksgiving.
• Unattended cooking is the leading factor in most holiday kitchen fires.
November 18, 2025 at 6:25 PM
As we gear up for one of the biggest cooking days of the year, here are a few quick safety facts to help keep your family safe:
• Cooking fires are the #1 cause of home fires on Thanksgiving.
• Unattended cooking is the leading factor in most holiday kitchen fires.
• Cooking fires are the #1 cause of home fires on Thanksgiving.
• Unattended cooking is the leading factor in most holiday kitchen fires.
Students from the Academy of Arts, Careers & Technology’s Fire Science program stopped by TMFR Station 33 today for a hands-on look at the day-to-day life in a fire station.
We’re proud to support the next generation of fire service professionals.
We’re proud to support the next generation of fire service professionals.
November 17, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Students from the Academy of Arts, Careers & Technology’s Fire Science program stopped by TMFR Station 33 today for a hands-on look at the day-to-day life in a fire station.
We’re proud to support the next generation of fire service professionals.
We’re proud to support the next generation of fire service professionals.
Help us brighten up the Season! TMFR is hosting various programs and fun events to support our area's youth in need during the Holiday Season.
Learn more about our Toy Drive, Fire Engine Parade, and Fill the Fire Truck Event!
Details: tmfpd.us/fire-engine-...
#HolidaySeason #GiveThanks
Learn more about our Toy Drive, Fire Engine Parade, and Fill the Fire Truck Event!
Details: tmfpd.us/fire-engine-...
#HolidaySeason #GiveThanks
November 16, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Help us brighten up the Season! TMFR is hosting various programs and fun events to support our area's youth in need during the Holiday Season.
Learn more about our Toy Drive, Fire Engine Parade, and Fill the Fire Truck Event!
Details: tmfpd.us/fire-engine-...
#HolidaySeason #GiveThanks
Learn more about our Toy Drive, Fire Engine Parade, and Fill the Fire Truck Event!
Details: tmfpd.us/fire-engine-...
#HolidaySeason #GiveThanks
Good #SundayMorning.
This week, Fire Chief Edwards and members of Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue rolled up their sleeves at St. Vincent’s Dining Room and the CARES Campus, serving lunch and sharing kindness with neighbors who need a little extra support.
#SeasonOfGiving
This week, Fire Chief Edwards and members of Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue rolled up their sleeves at St. Vincent’s Dining Room and the CARES Campus, serving lunch and sharing kindness with neighbors who need a little extra support.
#SeasonOfGiving
November 16, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Good #SundayMorning.
This week, Fire Chief Edwards and members of Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue rolled up their sleeves at St. Vincent’s Dining Room and the CARES Campus, serving lunch and sharing kindness with neighbors who need a little extra support.
#SeasonOfGiving
This week, Fire Chief Edwards and members of Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue rolled up their sleeves at St. Vincent’s Dining Room and the CARES Campus, serving lunch and sharing kindness with neighbors who need a little extra support.
#SeasonOfGiving
Congratulations to Fire Captain Aaron T. Reynolds!
Today we had the honor of celebrating Captain Reynolds as Chief Edwards proudly pinned his new badge. Aaron’s leadership, dedication, and steady commitment to serving our community make us proud.
#TMFRProud #FireCaptain
Today we had the honor of celebrating Captain Reynolds as Chief Edwards proudly pinned his new badge. Aaron’s leadership, dedication, and steady commitment to serving our community make us proud.
#TMFRProud #FireCaptain
November 14, 2025 at 8:19 PM
Congratulations to Fire Captain Aaron T. Reynolds!
Today we had the honor of celebrating Captain Reynolds as Chief Edwards proudly pinned his new badge. Aaron’s leadership, dedication, and steady commitment to serving our community make us proud.
#TMFRProud #FireCaptain
Today we had the honor of celebrating Captain Reynolds as Chief Edwards proudly pinned his new badge. Aaron’s leadership, dedication, and steady commitment to serving our community make us proud.
#TMFRProud #FireCaptain
Today, Thursday, November 13, pile burning is prohibited in the Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District due to forecasted winds.
November 13, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Today, Thursday, November 13, pile burning is prohibited in the Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District due to forecasted winds.
Today, TMFR Fire Chief Edwards and Fire Commissioners officially dedicated the completion of the expansion and modernization of Station 37, serving Hidden Valley.
The 4,325 sq. ft. expansion includes a new apparatus bay to accommodate two firefighting apparatus. 🚒
The 4,325 sq. ft. expansion includes a new apparatus bay to accommodate two firefighting apparatus. 🚒
November 12, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Today, TMFR Fire Chief Edwards and Fire Commissioners officially dedicated the completion of the expansion and modernization of Station 37, serving Hidden Valley.
The 4,325 sq. ft. expansion includes a new apparatus bay to accommodate two firefighting apparatus. 🚒
The 4,325 sq. ft. expansion includes a new apparatus bay to accommodate two firefighting apparatus. 🚒
Cold weather is on the way! ❄️
Now’s a good time to shut down and drain your irrigation system, wrap outdoor pipes, and disconnect garden hoses. A few quick steps today can prevent costly repairs later — and help protect our water as winter settles into the Truckee Meadows.
#BePrepared #BeSafe
Now’s a good time to shut down and drain your irrigation system, wrap outdoor pipes, and disconnect garden hoses. A few quick steps today can prevent costly repairs later — and help protect our water as winter settles into the Truckee Meadows.
#BePrepared #BeSafe
November 12, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Cold weather is on the way! ❄️
Now’s a good time to shut down and drain your irrigation system, wrap outdoor pipes, and disconnect garden hoses. A few quick steps today can prevent costly repairs later — and help protect our water as winter settles into the Truckee Meadows.
#BePrepared #BeSafe
Now’s a good time to shut down and drain your irrigation system, wrap outdoor pipes, and disconnect garden hoses. A few quick steps today can prevent costly repairs later — and help protect our water as winter settles into the Truckee Meadows.
#BePrepared #BeSafe
Today, we salute the brave men and women who have served our nation - and we give thanks to our firefighters who also wore the uniform, some of whom are mentioned here. Their dedication to protecting others continues every day, both in the community and in service to our country.
November 11, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Today, we salute the brave men and women who have served our nation - and we give thanks to our firefighters who also wore the uniform, some of whom are mentioned here. Their dedication to protecting others continues every day, both in the community and in service to our country.
To prevent fires, have your chimney and vents cleaned and professionally inspected at least once a year to remove creosote buildup, soot, and debris. Regular cleaning is critical because flammable creosote can accumulate and ignite, leading to a chimney fire.
#fireprevention #BeSafe
#fireprevention #BeSafe
November 11, 2025 at 2:13 AM
To prevent fires, have your chimney and vents cleaned and professionally inspected at least once a year to remove creosote buildup, soot, and debris. Regular cleaning is critical because flammable creosote can accumulate and ignite, leading to a chimney fire.
#fireprevention #BeSafe
#fireprevention #BeSafe