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We are a combination fire department with 4 full time, 4 part time and 16 volunteer firefighters!

10/29/2026

Tonight, members of the Columbus Fire Department, spent several hours sharpening our skills and strengthening our teamwork through realistic live-fire training.

Throughout the evening, crews participated in multiple hands-on drills focusing on interior firefighting tactics, search and rescue, victim removal, ventilation, and incident command operations.

Training like this is invaluable. It allows our firefighters to build confidence, improve communication, and work together in challenging, realistic conditions. When seconds matter, preparation and teamwork make all the difference.

We want to extend a sincere THANK YOU to all of our firefighters and a few Pittsburg firefighters who dedicated their evening to training alongside side & assisting us.

A special thank you to Cherokee County EMS for being on-site and providing firefighter rehab throughout the evening. We greatly appreciate your continued support and partnership!

10/07/2026

TORNADO SIREN TEST 🚨

The monthly tornado siren test will take place TODAY at 11:30 AM.

This is only a test—
City of Columbus, Kansas

09/28/2026

At approximately 3:55 a.m., Columbus Fire crews were dispatched to the Cherokee County Courthouse for an active fire alarm.

Crews checked the entire building and found no signs of fire or other hazards. All units cleared the scene and were back in service by 4:50 a.m.

09/15/2026

The City of Columbus has temporarily lifted the burn ban. We will continue to closely monitor weather and dry conditions and make adjustments as necessary.

Please use caution when burning and never leave any fire unattended.

Thank you for helping keep our community safe!

09/14/2026

Update: all Clear, highway open.

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT - CRASH

Emergency crews are currently on scene of a major crash at Southeast 30th & Highway 160 east of Columbus.

⚠️ Highway 160 is CLOSED from 20th Street to 40th Street, east of Columbus, until further notice.

Please avoid the area and detour accordingly while emergency crews work the scene.

Cherokee County EMS -Kansas
Cherokee Co Sheriff's Office- Kansas

09/11/2026

Today, we pause to remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost on September 11, 2001, including the 343 FDNY firefighters who answered the call and never returned home.

We remember the firefighters, law enforcement officers, EMS personnel, military members, civilians, and families whose lives were forever changed that day.

September 11 showed our nation the true meaning of courage, sacrifice, service, and unity. Twenty-five years later, we continue to honor their memory and the legacy they leave.

Most of us can remember exactly where we were when we heard the news.

Where were you on September 11, 2001?

We invite you to share your memory in the comments below.

09/11/2026

Columbus Lions Shack.
9/11
10:30-12:30

09/04/2026

Just after 2:00 AM this morning, the Columbus Fire Department was dispatched to a reported working structure fire north of Columbus.

Upon arrival, crews encountered a vehicle inside a shop heavily involved in fire. The fire had also spread to nearby contents and the structure itself.

Firefighters quickly made entry and worked to extinguish the vehicle, contents, and structure fire. Crews were able to stop the spread and protect the remaining vehicles and equipment inside the shop.

Thankfully, no injuries were reported.

Great work by everyone involved, and thank you to our crews for answering the call in the early morning hours.

09/03/2026

Why are Fire trucks on medical calls?

Ever see a Columbus fire truck, and a Cherokee County EMS ambulance at the same call and think, “They brought the whole crew!” 😅

There’s a good reason, we’re all on the same team.

Columbus Fire Department currently has 2 Paramedics and 6 EMTs on our roster. We also have a dedicated Medic Unit that can respond from the Fire Department with a Paramedic to work in conjunction with Cherokee County EMS.

Whether it’s a serious medical emergency, CPR, lifting or moving a patient, or a vehicle crash requiring extrication, having additional trained hands and resources can make a big difference.

We work closely with Cherokee County EMS to strengthen our partnership and provide the best quality care and resources possible for our wonderful community.

🚒 + 🚑 Different resources.
Same team. Same mission
— taking care of our community.

Cherokee County EMS -Kansas

09/03/2026

City of Columbus Burn Ban.
Until further notice-
City of Columbus, Kansas
Cherokee Co Sheriff's Office- Kansas

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Columbus, KS

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+16204291592

Website

https://columbusks.gov/

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