The mission of the City of Franklin Fire Department is to protect the lives and property of the community in emergencies involving fire, medical, hazardous materials, vehicle rescue (extrication), environmental causes and search and rescue.

The department accomplishes the mission through education, fire prevention, fire suppression, emergency medical services and other non-emergency activities.

Many lives are saved and property conserved as a direct result of the dedicated men and women of this department who put their lives on the line in times of danger.  The Franklin Fire Department is located at 512 First Street.