Oakdale Area Fire Dept - TN

10/31/2026

10/30/2026

🚒🔥 FIRE PREVENTION FUN AT OAKDALE SCHOOL! 🦅🚒

The Oakdale Area Volunteer Fire Department had a great time visiting Oakdale School to teach students about firefighting and fire safety!

Assistant Chief Brad Daniels, Lieutenant Dakota Matheson, Firefighter John "Ace" McGlynn, and Auxiliary member Tom McGlynn spent time with the students talking about fire prevention, the importance of fire safety, and what firefighters do to help protect our community.

Of course, the highlight of the day was giving the kids a chance to get some hands-on experience handling a fire hose! 💦🚒 We may have a few future firefighters in the making!

We want to extend a special THANK YOU to Oakdale School for inviting us and allowing us to be part of the students' day. We always enjoy opportunities to connect with our young people, teach important safety lessons, and build relationships with the community we proudly serve.

And a big thank-you to our firefighters for taking the time to make this a fun and educational experience for the kids!

❤️ Proud to serve our community, and proud to support our Oakdale Eagles!

🦅💚 GO EAGLES! 💚🦅

10/30/2026

10/28/2026

🚒🚑🚓 NATIONAL FIRST RESPONDERS DAY – OCTOBER 28 🇺🇸

Today, we recognize and thank the dedicated men and women who answer the call when others need help the most.

To all the firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, law enforcement officers, dispatchers, rescue personnel, and other emergency responders who serve our communities — THANK YOU!

Your courage, dedication, sacrifice, and willingness to put others before yourselves do not go unnoticed. Whether it's the middle of the night, during a holiday, or time that could be spent with family, you answer the call when someone needs help.

🚒 A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR OAKDALE AREA VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS! 🚒

As Fire Chief, I want to take this opportunity to recognize the outstanding men and women of the Oakdale Area Volunteer Fire Department.

Our department is made up of individuals who give freely of their time to protect and serve our community. They respond to fires, medical emergencies, vehicle accidents, rescues, and countless other calls for assistance. They also spend many hours training, maintaining equipment, and preparing for the next emergency.

Our volunteers don't serve for a paycheck. They serve because they care about their neighbors, their families, and their community.

I am extremely proud of the commitment, teamwork, and dedication demonstrated by each of our members. Each one plays an important role in making our department what it is today.

👏 PLEASE JOIN ME IN RECOGNIZING OUR 20 MEMBERS:

🚒 Brad Daniels
🚒 Al Elkins
🚒 John Perry
🚒 Preston Hamby
🚒 Ron Taylor
🚒 Marsha Taylor
🚒 Stuart Harrell
🚒 Dakota Matheson
🚒 Andrew Bowman
🚒 Zachary Burney
🚒 Timothy Will
🚒 Cameron Daniels
🚒 Carl Hamby
🚒 Jacob Lemons
🚒 Heather Daniels
🚒 John McGlyn
🚒 Jonathon Bullard
🚒 Ammon Hardy
🚒 Allen Nicholson

To each of you, THANK YOU! Thank you for the sacrifices you make, the countless hours you give, and the dedication you show to the people of Oakdale and the surrounding communities.

We also want to recognize the families of our first responders. Behind every volunteer is a family that understands the missed dinners, interrupted holidays, sleepless nights, and unexpected calls away from home. Your sacrifices matter too, and we thank you!

Our community is blessed to have people willing to step forward when others are in need.

Today and every day, we are proud to stand alongside all those who serve!

Neighbors Helping Neighbors — That's What Being a Volunteer Is All About!

Johnny Jones, Fire Chief
Oakdale Area Volunteer Fire Department

10/28/2026

🚒🔥 CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEWEST FIREFIGHTER I CERTIFIED MEMBERS! 🔥🚒

The Oakdale Area Volunteer Fire Department is proud to congratulate Ammon Hardy and Jacob Lemons on successfully passing their Tennessee State Fire Commission examinations and earning their Firefighter I certifications! 👨‍🚒👏

Both Ammon and Jacob are students in the Roane State Community College Fire Science Program, where they have been completing their firefighter training through a combination of classroom instruction, hands-on skills, practical exercises, and live-fire training.

These two firefighters have dedicated countless hours to developing the knowledge and skills necessary to become certified firefighters. Their hard work, determination, and commitment to the fire service have truly paid off!

🚒 And they're not finished yet! Both Ammon and Jacob are continuing their education and training through Roane State's Fire Science Program as they work toward earning their Firefighter II certifications.

We are especially proud to see our members taking advantage of the educational opportunities available through Roane State's Fire Science Program. This program provides firefighters with the opportunity to earn professional certifications while also working toward a college degree in Fire Science Technology.

As a volunteer fire department, we recognize the sacrifices our members make to attend classes, complete training, and earn certifications while balancing their jobs, families, and personal responsibilities. Their dedication not only strengthens our department but also improves the level of fire protection and emergency services we provide to our community.

👏 Ammon and Jacob, we are extremely proud of you both! Your commitment to continuing your education and improving your skills represents the very best of the volunteer fire service.

We also appreciate Roane State Community College and its Fire Science Program for providing quality education and training opportunities that help prepare the next generation of firefighters in East Tennessee.

🚒🔥 Training Hard. Earning Certifications. Serving Our Community. 🔥🚒

10/27/2026

🚒🔥 OAKDALE AREA VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT 🔥🚒

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 FIRE PREVENTION FAMILY CHALLENGE!

🔋 Is your family charging devices safely?

Lithium-ion batteries power our phones, tablets, laptops, tools, and many other everyday devices. But unsafe charging can lead to dangerous fires!

🏠 TAKE 5 MINUTES FOR A FAMILY “POWER CHECK!”

Follow these five simple safety steps:

✅ 🔌 Move chargers off beds and couches. Charge devices on hard, flat surfaces.

✅ 🔋 Check batteries for damage or swelling. Stop using damaged batteries immediately.

✅ ⚡ Use the correct charger. Choose manufacturer-approved or compatible certified chargers.

✅ 🔥 Watch for overheating. Stop charging devices that become unusually hot.

✅ 🚪 Keep exits clear. Move charging cords and equipment away from doorways and walkways.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 ASK YOUR FAMILY:

💬 “Do we know how to safely charge everything in our home?”

🚨 REMEMBER: Lithium-ion battery fires can spread rapidly and produce toxic smoke. If a battery begins smoking or hissing, get everyone outside and call 911!

❤️ FIRE PREVENTION STARTS AT HOME!

The Oakdale Area Volunteer Fire Department encourages every family to make safe charging a regular habit. Just five minutes could help prevent a devastating fire!

✅ TAKE THE CHALLENGE! SHARE THIS POST!

🚒 Oakdale Area Volunteer Fire Department
Neighbors Helping Neighbors — Protecting Our Community

10/27/2026

🚒🍔🍟 EAT FREDDY'S & SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL FIREFIGHTERS! 🚒🍦❤️

The Oakdale Area Volunteer Fire Department is teaming up with Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers for a delicious fundraiser, and we need YOUR support!

On Saturday, November 14, 2026, Freddy's will donate 15% of qualifying fundraiser sales to the Oakdale Area Volunteer Fire Department! 🚒

📅 WHEN: Saturday, November 14, 2026

⏰ TIME: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

📍 WHERE: Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
347 S. Illinois Ave., Oak Ridge, TN 37830

🍔 HOW TO PARTICIPATE:

✅ DINE IN OR ORDER AT THE RESTAURANT: Simply show the cashier this flyer or tell them you're supporting the Oakdale Area Volunteer Fire Department fundraiser BEFORE paying.

✅ ORDER ONLINE OR THROUGH THE APP: Use Freddy's website or mobile app and enter promo code GIVEBACK at checkout.

🚒 WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS:

Our volunteer firefighters dedicate their time to protecting lives and property throughout the Oakdale community. Fundraisers like this help us purchase essential equipment, maintain our apparatus, and provide the training needed to keep our firefighters and community safe.

❤️ You can make a difference just by enjoying a great meal!

Bring your family, invite your friends, and come enjoy some delicious steakburgers, fries, and frozen custard while supporting the volunteers who answer the call when our community needs help.

🔥 PLEASE SHARE THIS POST! Even if you can't attend, sharing helps us reach more people and makes this fundraiser a success!

Thank you for supporting the Oakdale Area Volunteer Fire Department! 🚒❤️

10/25/2026

🎃🚒 Trunk or Treat Fun in Pine Orchard! 🚒🎃

The Oakdale Area Volunteer Fire Department had a GREAT time teaming up with Align9 for the annual Pine Orchard Trunk or Treat!

We enjoyed seeing all the kids in their Halloween costumes, handing out treats, and spending time with the families in our community! 🍬👻

A special THANK YOU to our Oakdale Fire members Toad, Ace, Tim, and Dakota, as well as Lynette with Align9, for helping make this event such a success!

We also want to thank everyone who organized the event and all the families who came out to enjoy the evening.

🚒 Serving our community isn't just about responding to emergencies — it's about being part of the community we proudly protect!

We had a blast and look forward to doing it again next year!

🎃🚒🍭 Happy Halloween from all of us at Oakdale Area Volunteer Fire Department!

10/16/2026

🔥 BURN PERMIT SEASON IS HERE! 🔥
Oakdale Area Volunteer Fire Department

Planning to burn leaves or brush? Tennessee requires a FREE burn permit from October 15 through May 15 for debris piles and prescribed fires within 500 feet of forests, grasslands, or woodlands.

📱 GET YOUR FREE PERMIT:
• Online: https://www.BurnSafeTN.org — daily, 8 a.m.–11 p.m. local time.
• Phone: 1-877-350-2876 — Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Central Time, excluding holidays.

📅 Get your permit the day you plan to burn. Permits are valid for one day; have your fire completely extinguished by midnight.

✅ Burn only natural vegetation grown on your property, such as leaves, limbs, grass, and brush.

🚫 Never burn household trash, cardboard, plastics, tires, construction debris, or painted or treated lumber. A burn permit does not authorize burning prohibited materials.

👨‍🚒 BEFORE YOU LIGHT:
• Check local burning rules and current restrictions.
• Clear a firebreak around your burn area—at least 3 feet through leaves or short grass and 5 feet through tall grass or brush.
• Keep water and tools nearby.
• Avoid burning during dry or windy conditions.
• Keep piles small and manageable.
• Stay with your fire until it is completely out and cool.

Forestry permits generally are not required for recreational or ceremonial fires, grilling, or burn barrels covered with a ½-inch metal mesh screen. Local rules and burn bans may still prohibit these activities.

⚠️ If permits are unavailable because of hazardous conditions, postpone your debris burn. Always check current restrictions before lighting any outdoor fire.

Your fire is YOUR responsibility. Help us protect our neighbors, firefighters, and community!

🚨 If a fire escapes your control, call 911 immediately.

Please share this reminder!

Find out how to obtain a debris burning permit in Tennessee. Follow TN Wildland Fire guidelines to ensure safe and responsible burning practices.

10/03/2026

Please join The Oakdale Area Volunteer Fire Department in congratulating Firefighters Ammon Hardy and Jacob Lemons on successfully completing their Firefighter I “Live Burn” training at The Alcoa Fire Training Facility!

Becoming an interior firefighter takes many hours of training, hard work, and dedication. Ammon and Jacob’s training has included classroom instruction, hands-on skills, and live fire evolutions to prepare them for the challenges of serving our community.

This milestone brings OAVFD’s number of firefighters qualified to fight interior structure fires to 10—strengthening our ability to protect our neighbors and support one another on the fireground.

Congratulations, Ammon and Jacob! We’re blessed to have you serving alongside us and proud of all you’ve accomplished! 🚒