Kearney Fire and Rescue Protection District

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Bid Request for Surplus Slide In Pump Tank Unit

Public Notice July 21, 2010 REQUEST FOR BID The Kearney Fire and Rescue Protection District is requesting bids for the sale of a surplus slide in pump tank units. The unit is a 1996 Danko model and is in service. It includes a 225 gallon fiberglass tank with an 11HP Briggs and Stratton engin... Read full article

Request for Bid

Public Notice July 21, 2010 REQUEST FOR BID The Kearney Fire and Rescue Protection District is accepting sealed bids for the purchase of a new 2010/2011 1 ton, 4X4 Extended Cab Dual Rear Wheel Chassis, Aluminum Flatbed to be mounted to chassis, and a 300 gallon skid unit to be mounted to the ... Read full article

New Brush Truck Specifications

CHASSIS 2010/2011 one ton 4x4 extended cab dual rear wheel chassis 60” cab to axle Powered by gasoline engine and automatic transmission Four wheel ABS Exterior color to be white INTERIOR FEATURES A/C LH and RH electric trailer type mirrors Speed control and tilt wheel Vinyl seats Rub... Read full article

Bid Request for 1988 Surplus Vehicle

Public Notice July 21, 2010 REQUEST FOR BID The Kearney Fire and Rescue Protection District is requesting bids for the sale of a surplus 1988 Ford F350 4 X 4 truck. The vehicle has been used as a brush firefighting vehicle, with a flat bed. The Vehicle has 35,440 miles and was purchased new ... Read full article

New Brush Truck Flat Bed Specifications

ALUMINUM FLATBED The flatbed shall be designed to mount on a 60” cab to axle chassis with dual rear wheels. The deck shall measure approximately 100” wide x 110” long. The frame shall consist of 2” x 6” x 1/4" wall channel and 2” x 2” x 1/4" wall support angles. There shall be a ... Read full article

Brush Truck Pump Tank Slide In Unit Specifications

300 Gallon Skid Unit   FIRE PUMP   The pump shall be a Waterous model pump to be bolted to the polypropylene platform in front of the tank.   The impeller shall be high strength corrosion resistant bronze, fully enclosed, double hubbed to balance hydraulic thrust, and mechanical... Read full article

Press Release - Three structure fire calls in a week.

PRESS RELEASE February 8, 2010 Contact: Chief Larry Pratt 816-628-4122 The Kearney Fire & Rescue Protection District responded to three structure fires last week of the total of nineteen calls.Early Monday morning at 0022 minutes they were called to a small house fire in the 11400 block of Cha... Read full article

CPR Training is moving to a new night!

Due to scheduling conflicts and limited space, we needed to move the classes to another night.  So starting February 5th, we will be moving our monthly CPR training to the first Friday night of the month at 6:00pm. For more information check out our CPR Training page. ... Read full article

Focus on Fire Safety: Electrical Fire Safety

Electrical fires are pervasive throughout the United States, causing injury, claiming lives, and resulting in large losses of property. Most electrical fires result from problems with faulty electrical outlets and old wiring. Problems with extension/appliance cords and plugs also cause many home... Read full article

Kearney will be offering an EMT Class starting 1/25/2010.

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)This course includes instruction in:organizational relationships of prehospital care systems and integration of pre-hospital and in-hospital care.Legal and ethical considerations associated with pre-hospital care.Basic airway skills and oxygen therapy.Basic cardiopu... Read full article

Winter Weather Awareness Day will be Wednesday November 18, 2009

Winter Weather Awareness Day will be Wednesday November 18, 2009. The National Weather Service in conjunction with county emergency management officials from Kansas and Missouri, select a day each fall to remind people of the potential hazards associated with winter weather.  Many people are of... Read full article

Focus on Fire Safety: Emergency Preparedness

Focus on Fire Safety: Emergency PreparednessSeptember 2009 marks the sixth annual observance of National Preparedness Month. This year’s focus is on changing perceptions about emergency preparedness and helping Americans understand what it truly means to be Ready. When preparing for a possible eme... Read full article

Focus on Fire Safety: Children

Focus on Fire Safety: Children Did you know that 50 percent of child fire deaths affect those under the age of 5? Escaping from a fire can be difficult for very young children because they generally lack the motor skills and mental capabilities needed to quickly escape a burning building. The U... Read full article

HEAT RELATED ILLNESSES AND THEIR SYMPTOMS

SUNBURN  - Redness and pain in the skin. In severe cases there are also  swelling, blisters, fever and headaches.    HEAT CRAMPS - Heavy sweating and painful spasms usually in the leg or abdominal  muscles.    HEAT EXHAUSTION - The person is weak and swea... Read full article

College Safety Tips

Going  to college is a daunting experience - perhaps the first time students live on their own and are responsible for taking care of themselves. When campus crime is added to the equation, safety is a priority.  If you are a student heading off to college, or if you are a parent with... Read full article

Kidde Recalls Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms; Can Fail to Warn of a Fire

NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionOffice of Information and Public AffairsWashington, DC 20207FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 9, 2009Release # 09-266Firm’s Recall Hotline: (877) 524-2086CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 function send() { tellaFrien... Read full article

Message from the Webmaster

I have been made aware of some issues with the website and I believe I have gotten them fixed.  If you find a problem with the website please contact us.The main content is at the bottom of the page - I have tried to build this site to current web standards, Internest Explorer's latest update d... Read full article

Focus on Fire Safety: Smoking

From U.S. Fire Administration WebsiteFocus on Fire Safety: SmokingEvery year, almost 1,000 smokers and non-smokers are killed in home fires caused by cigarettes and other smoking materials.  Fires caused by cigarettes and other smoking materials are preventable.  You can make a difference!... Read full article

Severe Weather PSA - Heart of America Metro Fire Chiefs Council

Severe Weather The  Heart of American Fire Chiefs would like to remind you of the hazards  associated with severe weather.  Knowing the safety precautions could prevent  injuries and possibly save your life and/or someone else’s life.  Know  how to protect yourself an... Read full article

“SHADOW” December 17, 1993 – April 7, 2009

It is with great sadness to report to those of you not aware, the passing of our long time mascot and friend SHADOW.Last night at approx 2100 she presented with a need for medical attention and Dr. Morris quickly met us at the clinic to care for her. After trying some procedures to make her comforta... Read full article

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201 E. 6th St, P.O. Box 341

Kearney, Mo. 64060