From Fire Brigades to High-Tech Rescue, a Conversation with Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department Chief McCluskey

Apr 07, 2026 at 11:01 am by WGNS News



PODCAST: Join host Scott Walker on this episode of the WGNS Action Line for an in-depth conversation with Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department (MFRD) Chief Mark McCluskey. As Murfreesboro continues its rapid growth, Chief McCluskey discusses the department's modernization, from the construction of the new fire station on Veterans Parkway to the high-tech shift in emergency equipment. The Chief also provides a fascinating look behind the scenes of firefighter life, detailing the 24/48-hour shift schedules and the critical evolution of station design aimed at improving first responder wellness and sleep quality. Visit MFRD Online HERE.

 

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