In Tennessee, you can get a burn permit online or by phone:
Burn permits are free and are required in Tennessee from October 15 to May 15, unless local ordinances say otherwise. You should check with your local city government or Hickman County EMA for any other restrictions.
If you have the desire to serve, you can be a volunteer firefighter. You don’t need any prior experience in emergency services; you will receive the training you need when you join the department. There are specific requirements, such as a minimum age or background check.
Once you sign up and your application is accepted, you will need to be trained. There are state minimum training requirements to become an active member and firefighter. Additional time investment in training depends on the level of training and certifications you desire beyond the minimum requirements. In most cases, we will provide or arrange for you to receive all required training at no cost.
Yes, we often utilize community volunteers to assist with the non-emergency tasks of the department. This frees up the firefighters to focus on training and response activities, while enabling community members to provide needed support to help us run. Activities may include fundraising, translation services, incident pre-planning, community outreach, fire prevention and life safety education, providing rehab at incident scenes, and much more.
East Hickman Fire Department is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization made up of 100% volunteers. This means your donations are fully tax deductible. Please click the DONATE button found at the top of the page to make your tax deductible donation. We depend on your support to provide services to the community. Thank you for your help.