Clarksville Civitan Club honored local Heroes at Public Safety Awards Luncheon

Clarksville, TN – Local heroes were honored by the Clarksville Civitan Club at their Public Safety Awards Luncheon on Wednesday.

The annual event recognizes heroic first responders who went above and beyond to save lives, rescue residents from fires, capture dangerous criminals, and provide medical services under difficult and traumatic circumstances.

The honorees work for the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), the Clarksville Police Department (CPD), the Montgomery County Emergency Medical Services (MCEMS), the Montgomery County Volunteer Fire Service (MCVFS), and Clarksville Fire Rescue (CFR).

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Clarksville Fire Rescue to hold annual 9-11 Ceremony Wedensday

Clarksville, TN – On Wednesday, September 11th, 2013, Clarksville Fire Rescue will be holding the annual ceremony honoring fallen firefighters and victims of the 9-11 tragedy.

The event will begin at 6:00pm at the Main Fire Station, 802 Main Street, in Clarksville.

“I am honored to participate in this ceremony dedicated to the memory of fallen heroes,” said Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan. [Read more]

Clarksville Fire Rescue Offers Free Home Screenings

Clarksville, TN – Through the month of December, Clarksville Fire Rescue will offer free home screenings for city residents. These fire safety screenings will include a check of all safety equipment like smoke detectors and other alarms, making sure each family has an escape plan if a fire occurs and a general inspection for fire hazards in the home.

“This is the first time Clarksville Fire Rescue has offered this service and we’re very excited about the program,” said Clarksville Fire Marshal Ray Williams. “Most fire related deaths happen between December and February each year and most fatalities involve people over 65 and children 5 years old or younger. This program will save lives by helping Clarksville’s families be prepared.” [Read more]