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TFR CHIEF TIM CONNELL APPOINTED TO REGIONAL EMS ADVISORY BOARD

Fire Chief Tim Connell of Thomasville Fire Rescue has been selected to serve a two-year term on the Regional Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council (REMSAC) representing Region 8, effective July 1, 2024. Chief Connell expressed his appreciation for being chosen to represent the City of Thomasville, stating, "Serving on the Board allows me to work alongside a highly regarded group of EMS and Trauma professionals to support the significant emergency management practices we need to...

PASCHALL COMPLETES INTERNATIONAL PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATION PROCESS AS FIRE MARSHAL

Battalion Chief Jonathan Paschall has successfully completed the process that awards the professional designation of “Fire Marshal.” The Commission on Professional Credentialing (CPC) met on October 3, 2023, to confer the designation. Paschall is one of approximately 230 Fire Marshal’s worldwide and one of only seven in Georgia. The designation program is a voluntary program designed to recognize individuals who demonstrate their excellence in seven measured components including...

THOMASVILLE FIRE RESCUE CHIEF TIM CONNELL COMPLETES INTERNATIONAL PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATION PROCESS

Thomasville Fire Rescue Chief Tim Connell has successfully completed the process that awards the professional designation of Chief Fire Officer. The Commission on Professional Credentialing® met August 8, 2023, to confer the designation. The designation program is a voluntary program designed to recognize individuals who demonstrate their excellence in seven measured components including experience, education, professional development, professional contributions, association membership,...

THOMASVILLE FIRE RESCUE CELEBRATES NATIONAL PET FIRE SAFETY DAY

To reduce the approximate 500,000 pets impacted by home fires annually, July 15 is acknowledged as National Pet Fire Safety Day. This nationwide awareness day educates pet owners about potential dangers when pets are left unaccompanied at home and provides preventive measures to ensure their well-being. Based on a recent study conducted by the American Kennel Club, roughly 88% of pet owners regard their pets as cherished members of their family, making it logical to include them in fire...

THOMASVILLE FIRE RESCUE PARTNERS WITH TEXTILES COMPANY TO ASSIST FAMILIES AFFECTED BY STRUCTURE FIRES

Thomasville Fire Rescue has discovered a new resource to assist families affected by fire damage. Textiles Cares, a resource of 1-800 Textiles, provides laundry service for two to three days of essential clothing to homeowners facing a loss due to fire, storm, or flood damage. Laundry damaged by fire is usually damp or wet with a smoky smell, causing bacterial growth. Extensive fire damage can leave residents with a heavy financial and emotional burden and recovery of laundry items...

THOMASVILLE FIRE RESCUE MAINTAINS HIGH ISO RATING

Thomasville Fire Rescue continues to receive excellent achievement for Thomasville, recently receiving notification of maintaining its Insurance Service Office (ISO) Class 2 rating. This rating places the City of Thomasville in the top 4% of U.S. communities for fire protection. “We have a dedicated group of firefighters that work hard every day for our community to make it the best it can be,” said Thomasville Fire Rescue Chief Tim Connell. “Our ISO Class rating is a reflection of...

THOMASVILLE FIRE RESCUE SET TO BEGIN HYDRANT FLUSHING

Beginning this month, Thomasville Fire Rescue will conduct annual fire hydrant testing within the Thomasville city limits. Testing involves “flushing” of hydrants, a controlled procedure that helps maintain the City of Thomasville’s water distribution system. “Flushing hydrants benefits the fire department by testing the proper operation of hydrants and evaluating water flow capacity in the event of a fire,” said Thomasville Fire Rescue Chief Tim Connell. “It also removes...

THOMASVILLE FIRE RESCUE HOSTS PINNING CEREMONY

Thomasville Fire Rescue hosted a pinning ceremony on March 31 to welcome new firefighters. The event was held at The Ritz Amphitheater. Badge pining marks the beginning of a career for new firefighters, and five recruits were welcomed to the department. They include Dontaevia Johnson, Stevan Thornton, Kasi Cross, Charity Williams, and Victoria Coleman. Family members assisted in the presentation and pinning of official badges. The ceremony also served as a historic event as four of the...

CHANGE YOUR CLOCKS AND SMOKE ALARM BATTERIES FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

Get ready to “spring forward” this Sunday, March 12 for daylight saving time. Thomasville Fire Rescue also encourages you to use this time to check your smoke alarms throughout your home. “The upcoming time change serves as the perfect reminder to test your smoke alarms and change their batteries,” said Thomasville Fire Rescue Chief Tim Connell. “One of the first steps to keeping yourself safe from home fires is to ensure your smoke alarms function properly.” According to...

THOMASVILLE FIRE RESCUE’S COREY THOMPSON SELECTED AS INSTRUCTOR OF THE YEAR

Corey Thompson, Battalion Chief/Chief of Training for Thomasville Fire Rescue, recently received the Instructor of the Year Award from the Georgia State Firefighters Association. Thompson was recognized during the 2023 Georgia Firefighter Recognition Day held February 7th in Atlanta. “Training is the foundation of what we do,” stated Tim Connell, Thomasville Fire Rescue Chief. “Corey’s hard work toward continued training not only supports our officers but is an asset to...

CHANGE YOUR CLOCKS AND SMOKE ALARM BATTERIES FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

This year, on Sunday, November 6, states throughout the U.S. will be setting their clocks back one hour for daylight saving time. Thomasville Fire Rescue urges you to use this time change as a reminder to also change your home’s smoke alarm batteries. “As you’re moving around your home and adjusting your clocks for daylight saving time, it just makes sense to remember to change your smoke alarm batteries at the same time,” said Thomasville Fire Rescue Chief Tim Connell. “It’s...

THOMASVILLE FIRE RESCUE CELEBRATES ANNIVERSARY OF 9-11 WITH MEMORIAL STAIR CLIMB

It’s been over 20 years since the September 11 attacks at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and in Stonycreek Township, Pennsylvania that caused the deaths of over 3,000 people, including 343 firefighters, 63 police officers, and eight emergency medical technicians. On September 9, Thomasville Fire Rescue will host the annual 9-11 Memorial Stair Climb as a way to honor the victims and reflect on that day. The Stair Climb allows participants to climb or walk the equivalent of the 110...