Jefferson County Ems/Ema

02/25/2026

Jefferson County EMS would like to congratulate students from Nyrstar Mines who just completed an Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) class with us. We were honored to work with these 18 individuals who took time to learn about emergency medical care in order to improve workplace safety and provide first response to others on their job site.

02/18/2026

Jefferson County EMS would like to congratulate our Director Brad Phillips who was the invited keynote speaker for the Tennessee Ambulance Service Association (TASA) conference held this week in Gatlinburg. Director Phillips spoke about leadership concepts put forth in his recent book “The EMS Calling: A Path To A Purpose”. His message reached almost 300 EMS leaders and emergency care professionals from across the state.

02/12/2026

02/05/2026

CAUTION!!!
A light dusting of snow and below freezing temperatures have created hazardous driving conditions on secondary roads across the county

02/01/2026

01/31/2026

Current road conditions in Jefferson County are hazardous after overnight snowfall between 4-8 inches across the county. Temperatures will remain below freezing so don’t expect conditions to improve much today. Advise citizens not to travel unless absolutely necessary.

01/29/2026

Be prepared for impact to travel and extreme cold temperatures

Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches possible. * WHERE...A portion of east Tennessee. * WHEN...From 1 PM Friday to 1 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute.

01/29/2026

🚑 Instructor Coordinator Update Conference

📅 May 28, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
📍 Lakeway Christian Academy
3720 Roy Messer Highway | White Pine, TN

🎓 Join EMS Instructor Coordinators, educators, and leaders from across the region for an important Instructor Coordinator Update Conference focused on EMS education, leadership, and coordination.

🛡 Provided by: Region II EMS Directors Association
🚨 Hosted by: Jefferson County EMS

📱 Scan the QR code to register (see flyer)

This is a great opportunity to:
✔ Stay current on EMS education updates
✔ Network with regional EMS leaders
✔ Strengthen instructor coordination and best practices

👉 Save the date and register today!
For Questions email: rsatterfield@jeffersoncountytn.gov

01/24/2026

Jefferson County, TN – Warming Station Alert

Due to the approaching winter weather, Jefferson County will open warming stations beginning Saturday, January 24th at 3:00 PM, remaining open as long as needed.

Open Warming Stations:
📍 White Pine Center – 1820 Maple St.
📍 Dandridge Elementary School – 780 S. Hwy 92
📍 Chestnut Hill FD / Rural Medical – 2418 McGaha Hollow Rd.
📍 Jefferson City Community Center – 1247 N. Hwy 92

Pending Opening:
• New Market School
• White Pine School

If you need transportation to a warming center, please call 865-475-4911 ext. 301–305 for assistance.

Please share this post to help spread the word and keep our community safe and warm. ❄️❤️

01/24/2026

You still have time in the morning to prepare as we are looking at the start of this event to start around or after the noon hour. This is from our 8:00 pm update from the NWS. Significant icing expected a Total snow and sleet accumulations up to one inch and ice accumulations of one quarter to one half of an inch. Please understand it is important that residence need to be prepared. We will have extra deputies on duty to respond to calls but residents need to understand that if this predicted Ice event occurs response times will be delayed by all aspects of emergency services including ( Law, Fire, and EMS)

01/23/2026

Weather forecast predicts significant impacts from winter precipitation and cold temperatures Saturday Jan. 24th through Tuesday Jan. 27th. Please be prepared to stay in as travel will be hazardous due to freezing temperatures. All Jefferson County Emergency response agencies are making preparations to assist those in need just understand our abiltiy to respond will be impacted by road conditions as well. During this event you can find information on preparation, home safety, proper generator use, and a list of local warming centers at TN.gov/TEMA.

01/23/2026

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Morristown TN
954 AM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

ICE STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM
1 PM EST /NOON CST/ SATURDAY TO
7 PM EST /6 PM CST/ SUNDAY

Total ice accumulations of one
quarter to one half of an inch.

* WHERE...Portions of southwest North Carolina and East Tennessee.

* WHEN...From 1 PM EST /noon CST/ Saturday to 7 PM EST /6 PM CST/
Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice.
Travel could be nearly impossible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Any higher ridge tops within the warning
area, along with portions of the southern Cumberland Plateau,
Lookout Mountain, Signal Mountain, and Mowbray Mountain will have
gusty winds in addition to the ice accumulation which will
increase the risk of tree damage and power outages for these
locations.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel is strongly discouraged. If you must travel, keep an extra
flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
Prepare for possible power outages. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.