Morgan County Fire Rescue

Morgan County Public Safety Announces Upcoming Motorola P25 Radio System

Morgan County Public Safety is moving forward with a new Motorola P25 radio system to strengthen emergency communications across our community.

This upgraded system will help improve reliable, mission-critical radio coverage for the public safety professionals who respond when Morgan County needs them most, including fire, EMS, law enforcement, 911, and partner agencies.

The P25 system is designed to support clear, coordinated communication between responders during day-to-day operations, major incidents, severe weather events, and mutual aid responses.

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to approve the $5.7 million dollar radio project funded by SPLOST at this past Tuesday's BOC meeting. This investment reflects Morgan County’s continued commitment to responder safety, operational readiness, and dependable emergency service for our residents, businesses, and visitors.

Morgan County Public Safety: connected, prepared, and ready to respond.

We have been keeping a secret until the official vote for FY 26/27 was passed. A big thank you to our county administration for their continued support.

Morgan County Fire Rescue Announces Transition to 24/72 Fire Department Schedule

Morgan County Fire Rescue is proud to announce an important step forward for our department, our personnel, and the citizens we serve. MCFR will be transitioning to a 24-hours on / 72-hours off shift schedule, a model used by many progressive fire and emergency service agencies to better support firefighter wellness, operational readiness, and long-term service delivery.
This schedule change reflects our continued commitment to building a stronger, healthier, and more sustainable fire rescue organization. The 24/72 schedule provides firefighters with improved recovery time between shifts, helping reduce fatigue and allowing personnel to return to duty rested, focused, and ready to serve. In a profession that demands physical strength, mental sharpness, and emotional resilience, adequate rest and recovery are essential.
The new schedule also supports a better work-life balance for our firefighters and their families. More time between duty shifts allows personnel to spend meaningful time at home, manage personal responsibilities, pursue training and education, and maintain overall wellness. Supporting our firefighters in this way helps improve morale, retention, and job satisfaction across the department.
From an operational standpoint, the 24/72 schedule strengthens consistency and readiness. Firefighters will continue to provide dependable, around-the-clock emergency response while benefiting from a schedule designed to promote long-term performance. The change also helps make Morgan County Fire Rescue more competitive in recruiting and retaining qualified emergency services professionals in an increasingly challenging public safety workforce environment.
Most importantly, this transition benefits the citizens and visitors of Morgan County. A well-rested, well-supported, and motivated fire rescue workforce is better equipped to respond quickly, perform safely, and deliver the highest level of emergency service when our community needs us most.
Morgan County Fire Rescue remains committed to excellence, professionalism, and service. This schedule change is an investment in our firefighters, our department, and the future of emergency response in Morgan County.
We appreciate the continued support of our community as we move forward with this positive and meaningful improvement.

Please keep our brothers and sisters in Rockdale County Fire in your thoughts and prayers as they work through the tragic line of duty death of one of their own.

Morgan County Fire Rescue sends its deepest condolences and is praying for the family, the department, and all of our first responder family.

The Sheriff's Department asked MCFR to be a part of the JR Deputy Camp today, so we brought out "our big guns" which resulted in lots of laughter and fun with water. Thanks for having us!

Today was a special day for Morgan County Fire Rescue. We celebrated the completion of our new live fire training structure with a ribbon cutting and dedication with some very special families that are near and dear to our hearts. The building is being dedicated in memory of Chris Eddy, Chris McGlauchlen, and Keith Arnold, three dedicated members of the department who left us too soon. The families of Chris Eddy, Chris McGlauchlen, and Keith Arnold were here to celebrate with us and cut the ribbon opening up our new training facility, The Eddy-McGlauchlen-Arnold Fire Training Academy.

Today at 1118 hours Morgan County Fire Rescue was dispatched to 3530 Davis Academy Road to a reported structure fire. Battalion 1 and Engine 16 arrived on scene to find a small, detached structure with smoke and flames on the interior. An attack line was deployed and quick knock down of the fire was achieved. During overhaul it was discovered that a faulty electrical outlet was the cause of the fire. Engine 9, Tender 2, Tender 3, and Tender 7 also responded to the scene. Engine 3 was cancelled enroute to the fire and posted at FS 16 while other units were out of service on Davis Academy.

Congratulations to Senior Firefighter Michael Hamilton for completing his Emergency Medical Technician training. SFF Hamilton took on the rigorous 10 week coarse so he can better serve Morgan County. His dedication to bettering himself as a fighter does not go unnoticed and we are extremely proud of his achievement.

Did you know that Morgan County Fire Rescue offers a high school firefighter 1 class for Morgan County High School students? Now you do. Next class begins fall semester of 2026. You can message the department here or email any of the contacts listed.