Prevention

The best way to protect life and property from fire is to prevent that fire from happening in the first place. Gallatin City's Fire Department works to educate the public and businesses about fire prevention, investigate the causes of fires, and identify and mitigate fire hazards.

Testing a fire alarm battery
Using a Fire Extinguisher
Fire Department Responding to House on Fire
GFD installs 10-year sealed battery smoke alarms to residents who don't have these devices in their homes. 
Front of Gallatin Fire Truck
If the time ever comes, you'll want to know how to properly use a fire extinguisher.
Multiple Bottle Rockets Firing from Glass
Find out the leading cause of reported home fires and injuries in Gallatin and the United States.
Robo of the GPD Clown Troupe
The Gallatin Fire Department gives free consultations about challenges for both residents and caregivers.

Fireworks can be bought and sold in the county; however, fireworks are not legal within city limits. 

Kids who experience the show LAUGH, SHOUT and walk away with critical knowledge about fire prevention and safety.