Bedford County Fire Department

Bedford County Fire Department is primarily staffed by dedicated volunteers with some career personnel and serves as a local fire department in Shelbyville, TN. Operating out of 9 stations and classified as a Mostly volunteer organization. Headquartered at 104 Prince ST, Shelbyville, TN, 37160-3456.

931-684-9223

931-684-5589

Mailing: 104 Prince ST, Shelbyville, TN, 37160-3456

153 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

17

Volunteer Firefighters

135

Paid-Per-Call

0

Civilian & Support Staff

1

Total Calls
1,220
Fire Calls
10.6%
EMS Calls
63%
Other Calls
26.5%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
15m 17s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3.2
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide first aid & check for injuries
Busiest Hours
4 PM - 8 PM (292 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
50m 36s

Call Summary

Overview of incident data reported to NFIRS - January 1st 2024 to December 31st 2024

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
10.6% (129 calls)
Total EMS Calls
63% (768 calls)
Total Other Calls
26.5% (323 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide first aid & check for injuries
Busiest Month
December (158 calls)
Busiest District
1 (304 calls)
Busiest Hours
4 PM - 8 PM (292 calls)
Avg. Response Time
15m 17s
Avg. Call Duration
50m 36s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3.2
Mutual Aid Received
76
Mutual Aid Given
386