Tag Archives: Fire Chief James King

Celina’s East 52nd Fire Department is working with attorneys to avoid being evicted from its facility after receiving an eviction notice in December. Fire Chief James King said the owner of the land found a loophole in the department’s lease agreement. He said he does not understand what the landlord stands to gain by evicting the fire department. “We’d hate ... Read More »

Clay County’s East 52 Volunteer Fire Department has received a Twin Lakes grant to purchase thermal imaging cameras. Fire Chief James King said the some $5,000 will allow each apparatus to replace equipment approaching 15-years-old. “The main reason we went after the grant was if you’re in a house fire and you’re searching somebody we go by heat,” King said. ... Read More »

East 52 Volunteer Fire Department has voted Fire Chief James King to another term. King said he has served in the position for nine years and will have another three to lead the Clay County department. “Well that department started in 2002, and I joined,” King said. “I was one of the one’s that helped start that department I guess ... Read More »

Fire Departments across the Upper Cumberland honed their skills through the 88th Annual Firemen’s Association Conference in Cookeville. Clay County’s East 52 Volunteer Fire Department participated. Fire Chief James King said members refreshed skills on rural water operations. “In a lot of rural communities, there is not a lot fire hydrants in the area and trying to get water to ... Read More »