City of Sevierville - Fire Prevention Bureau

Portable Fire Extinguishers

A portable fire extinguisher can save lives and property by putting out a small fire or containing it until the fire department arrives, but portable extinguishers have limitations.
Because fire grows and spreads so rapidly, the number one priority for residents is to get out safely.

Fire Safety for People with Disabilities

There’s no place like home. It is a place to relax, share laughs with family, and enjoy home cooked meals. But did you know that the majority of fire deaths occur in the home? It is important to help everyone in the home stay safe from fire.

Fire Safety for Older Adults

At age 65, people are twice as likely to be killed or injured by fires compared to the population at large. And with our numbers growing every year - in the United States and Canada, adults age 65 and older make up about 12 percent of the population - it's essential to take the necessary steps to stay safe. \

Stop, Drop, Cover & Roll

“Stop, drop, and roll” has been one of the most recognizable fire safety messages for decades. Many adults remember the concept from being introduced to it as a young child. Unfortunately, it is common for people, especially children, to mistakenly believe that they should utilize stop, drop, and roll as a reaction to all fire situations.

Matches & Lighters: Teach Children Fire is a Tool, Not a Toy

One of the primary causes of residential fire deaths and injuries for children under 10 is playing with a heat source, which includes lighters and matches. In 2008, Tennessee banned the sale of novelty lighters in the state. These lighters usually resemble cartoon characters, toys, guns, watches, musical instruments, and animals, and often include entertaining audio and visual effects.

Home Escape Planning - “Have Two Ways Out!”

The child fire death rate spikes during July in Tennessee. Help us stop this trend by practicing fire safety in your home. Develop and practice a home fire escape plan with your family today!