Kansas City Kansas Fire Department- KCKFD

10/30/2026

(ICYMI) KCKFD Administers Whole Blood to Trauma Patient for the First Time! 🩸

🚒The Kansas City, Kansas Fire Department (KCKFD) reached a significant milestone on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, when firefighter-paramedics administered whole blood to a critically injured trauma patient for the first time since launching the department’s Whole Blood Program just a few months ago.

🚒At approximately 11:32 a.m., KCKFD responded to a rollover crash involving a large tree-trimming utility truck near Interstate 635 and State Avenue.
Upon arrival, firefighters found two individuals trapped inside the vehicle. Due to the severity of the crash, crews conducted an extended extrication using specialized hydraulic rescue equipment, commonly known as the “Jaws of Life,” to free both victims.

During the rescue, firefighter-paramedics identified a 23-year-old male patient with life-threatening injuries who needed an immediate blood transfusion. While the patient was still trapped inside the vehicle, paramedics administered two units of whole blood intravenously, followed by a third unit during transport to a local Level I trauma center.

Learn more about KCKFD’s Whole Blood Program and watch the video:

🔗 https://www.wycokck.org/Engage-With-Us/News-articles/KCKFD_Whole_Blood

🎥 https://youtu.be/2YwE6IuOmjM

🩸You can be a lifesaver, too! Donating blood helps ensure lifesaving blood is available when someone needs it most. Consider donating today! Your generosity could help save a life!

10/30/2026

Services for DVC Hill are as follows:

Monday 11/2/2026

Public visitation 1000-1100
Service 1100-1230

Funeral procession following service; passing Station 39 and Eastwood and ending at Local 42 Union Hall

Service location

St Mark’s Catholic Church
3736 S Lee’s Summit Road
Independence, MO 64055

Local 42 Union Hall
6320 Manchester
Kansas City, MO 64133

10/30/2026

Attention KCKFD Retirees!

It’s time for another retiree breakfast!

Join us on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at Station 16 for some breakfast, good conversation, and a chance to catch up with old friends!

Location: Station 16, 1900 S. 55th Street
Time: 8:30 AM

An email has been sent out with the details. If you received the email, please RSVP so we can get a headcount. If you did not receive the email, please leave a comment below so we can make sure you’re included in future notifications.

If you know a KCKFD retiree, please help us spread the word! Share this post or reach out to them directly. We don’t want anyone to miss out!

Our retirees are an important part of the KCKFD family. You helped build the department we have today, and we want you to know that your years of service, dedication, and sacrifices have not been forgotten. Just because you’ve retired doesn’t mean you’ve stopped being part of our family.

We hope to see everyone there! The coffee will be hot, breakfast will be ready, and there will be plenty of stories to tell!

10/28/2026

The Kansas City Kansas Fire Department is proud to be hosting the Kansas Fire Chiefs Association Conference for the remainder of this week!

We kicked things off today at Fire Station 6, welcoming the Kansas Fire Administrative Assistants Forum along with fire marshals from across the state.

And let’s be honest, our administrative assistants are the ones who really keep our fire departments running! Without them, most of us would be completely lost. We appreciate everything they do behind the scenes to keep things moving every day!

It’s a great opportunity to bring members of the Kansas fire service together to share ideas, build relationships, and learn from one another.

We are excited to welcome everyone and look forward to a great week!

Welcome to the Dotte!

10/27/2026

Our hearts go out to KCFD…

It is with heavy hearts that the Kansas City Fire Department announces the passing of Division Chief Tara Hill following a courageous battle with cancer.

Tara joined KCFD in 2010 following the merger with MAST, bringing with her years of experience and a commitment to public service. Throughout her career, she dedicated more than two decades to serving others as a first responder and public servant.

We extend our deepest condolences to Tara’s family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time.

Rest in peace, Division Chief Hill. Thank you for your service and dedication.

10/23/2026

On October 14, our Fire Fighter Paramedics administered whole blood in the field for the first time, beginning treatment while rescue and transport were still underway.

This is what our Whole Blood Program is designed to do: bring critical care to patients sooner, when every minute matters. We are grateful to our partners at Community Blood Center of Greater Kansas City and The University of Kansas Health System, and to the community blood donors who make this program possible.

10/09/2026

CHARGE ON A HARD, FLAT SURFACE

Charge on a hard, flat surface like a table, desk, or floor. Beds, couches, and pillows can trap heat and block airflow, which can cause a battery to overheat.

Kyle, your couch cushion is not a charging station.

And Jessica, your phone does not need to be tucked in next to you like it had a hard day. Put it on the nightstand.

Hard surface. Good airflow. Less heat.

Your phone can sleep by itself tonight.

10/07/2026

**LARGE AREA SEARCH TRAINING**

Our recruits were at the Reardon Center working on large area search techniques.

Large buildings can create a completely different challenge for firefighters. Crews have to maintain orientation, communicate clearly, manage air, and systematically search a large space where visibility may be little to none.

That means learning how to stay disciplined, work as a team, and make sure nobody gets missed.

**Jessica, this is basically what happens when you lose your family in Costco… except with zero visibility, full turnout gear, and considerably higher stakes.**

Another solid day of training for our recruits as they continue building the skills they will rely on in the field.

10/07/2026

IF IT FEELS HOT, STOP CHARGING AND USING

Stop using your device right away if the battery smells strange, is warm to the touch, makes popping noises, changes in shape or color, or if you see smoke. If it is safe, move the device away from anything that can catch fire. A damaged battery can overheat and start a fire.

Kyle, if your phone is making popping noises, that does not mean “give it a minute.”

And Jessica, if your battery suddenly looks pregnant, it is not expecting a software update. Stop using it.

Smells weird. Feels hot. Looks swollen. Makes noises. Smokes.

Those are warnings, not personality traits.

10/06/2026

CHEAP CHARGERS

Use the cord and charger that came with your device or ones approved by the manufacturer. Using the wrong charger can damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

Kyle, the 99-cent cord you bought at the gas station because “a cord is a cord” is not the bargain you think it is.

And Jessica, if you paid more for your iced coffee than you did for the charging cord, maybe rethink the cord.

Use the right charger. Protect your battery. Prevent a fire.

Cheap isn’t always a deal. Sometimes it’s just future paperwork for us.