Kennewick Fire Department

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Our Mission: We partner with our community to proactively reduce risk and mitigate fire and life safety emergencies for those who live, work, and recreate in and around the City of Kennewick. Our Mission: We partner with our community to proactively reduce risk and mitigate fire and life safety emergencies for those who live, work, and recreate around the City of Kennewick. Emergency services are

available 24 hours a day. Business office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm unless otherwise posted.

WE NEED YOUR HELP!Do you live, work, or play in Kennewick? If so, we would like to hear from you. We are currently updat...
06/18/2026

WE NEED YOUR HELP!

Do you live, work, or play in Kennewick? If so, we would like to hear from you.

We are currently updating our Strategic Plan to guide our operations, resources, and community services in the coming years. To ensure this plan reflects the priorities of the residents we serve, we invite all community members to participate in our brief Strategic Plan Community Survey.

Please use the QR code on the flyer or visit https://arcg.is/a0nX12 to share your feedback.

Thank you for your partnership!!

• A Red Flag Warning has been declared from 10 A.M. until 11 P.M. today, which means that critical fire weather conditio...
06/16/2026

• A Red Flag Warning has been declared from 10 A.M. until 11 P.M. today, which means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly.
• A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.
• Today (6/16) is a NO BURN DAY per the Benton Clean Air Authority
• Refrain from performing any actions that may cause a spark or produce a flame
• Be prepared to “GO” (Level 3 Evacuation) with your Go kit packed and near your door. Your kit should be equipped with:
o Prescription medications
o Emergency first aid supplies
o Important documents
o Pet supplies (as necessary)
o Personal electronics and charging cables
o Flashlight

Did you know that Hands-Only CPR takes just a few minutes to learn but can save a life this summer? Join us, the America...
06/15/2026

Did you know that Hands-Only CPR takes just a few minutes to learn but can save a life this summer?

Join us, the American Red Cross, and United Way for a FREE 1-hour class. No rescue breaths required—just simple, lifesaving skills everyone should know.

Date: Friday, June 26, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m. - Noon
Location: 401 N. Young Street, Kennewick

Reservations are required as space is limited! Use the QR code included on the flyer to get registered today!!

06/15/2026

Kennewick Fire Department Training Alert: Live Fire Exercise on June 15
The Kennewick Fire Department will conduct a live fire Burn to Learn training exercise on Monday, June 15, from 8:45 a.m. to noon at the former Ernie's Car Place building at 902 W. Canal Drive.

What to expect:
• Heavy smoke and visible flames in the area
• Canal Street will be reduced to one lane near the training location from 8:45 a.m. to noon. Minor traffic delays are possible
• Fire apparatus and emergency personnel on site

This is a planned training exercise designed to provide firefighters with critical hands-on experience in a controlled environment. Multiple safety measures and partner agencies will be on site throughout the training.
Thank you for your patience as we conduct this important training to better serve our community.

Image Description: Map graphic titled "Kennewick Fire Training Temporary Traffic Impact." The map shows a temporary one-lane traffic area highlighted in yellow along W. Canal Drive between N. Carmichael Drive and N. Fruitland Street. Alternate routes are highlighted in green, directing traffic along N. Carmichael Drive, W. Kennewick Avenue, and N. Fruitland Street around the impacted area. A legend identifies the yellow line as "One Lane" and the green line as "Alternate Route."

06/05/2026

🎇 Spark Local – Buy in Kennewick, Know It’s Legal 🎇
Buying fireworks from licensed Kennewick vendors helps ensure what you purchase is legal to use in city limits.

🚫 Illegal Fireworks in Kennewick: Aerial spinners, firecrackers, mines and shells, ground chasers, ground spinners, Roman candles, smoke devices, jumping jacks, combination items, professional and specialty fireworks (including those designed for large public displays, agricultural use, or movie special effects), and oversized or non-standard fireworks that exceed legal limits for size, weight, or chemical composition.

✅ Legal Fireworks in Kennewick: Fountains, sparklers, wheels, parachutes and
novelty items.

💧 Fireworks Safety Tips: Always have water nearby, closely supervise children, keep fireworks away from dry grass, brush, and structures, and soak used fireworks overnight before disposing of them.

Celebrate responsibly and have a safe Fourth of July!

For more information go to: https://www.go2kennewick.com/1671/Fireworks

Image Description: A group of people outdoors at night hold lit sparklers. A blue banner with green accent waves overlays the bottom of the image and features the message: “Spark Local – Buy in Kennewick, know it’s legal.”

Following 16 weeks of intensive training at the Tri-City Regional Fire Training Academy, our four newest recruits gradua...
06/03/2026

Following 16 weeks of intensive training at the Tri-City Regional Fire Training Academy, our four newest recruits graduated last week. Throughout the academy, they developed the knowledge, skills, and dedication necessary to begin serving the citizens of Kennewick.

Please join us in congratulating:

FF/EMT John Kutrowski
FF/PM Brendan Silkey
FF/EMT Jared Hugh
FF/EMT Brayden Freitag

We are excited to welcome them to the Kennewick Fire Department team and look forward to them starting shift assignments and serving the community.

Congratulations, and welcome to KFD!

05/28/2026

Weather Alert & Preparation
The city of Kennewick is closely monitoring upcoming weather reports forecasting severe conditions, including a rare, isolated tornado threat for our region, alongside high winds and hail.

Our city teams, including the Kennewick Police, Fire, and Public Works Departments, as well as other personnel, are ready to respond and keep our community safe.

Kennewick residents and businesses: take a few moments today to prepare your family and employees in case of extreme weather:

• Assemble/Check Your Disaster Kit: Ensure you have plenty of water, non-perishable food, flashlights, batteries, prescribed medications, and a first-aid kit.

• Safeguard Critical Documents: Secure important identification, insurance papers, and medical records in a waterproof container or digital backup.

• Prepare for Power Outages: Charge your cell phones, laptops, and backup power banks now. Keep refrigerators closed as much as possible if power goes out.

• Secure Outdoor Items: Bring in or tie down patio furniture, garbage cans, and trampolines that could become dangerous projectiles in high winds.

Please monitor local news, NOAA Weather Radio, or official National Weather Service updates throughout the afternoon and evening.

If you encounter downed power lines or immediate emergencies, dial 9-1-1. For non-emergency city road hazards (like downed trees blocking roadways), please call 509-628-0333.

Stay safe, Kennewick!

Image Description
Image 1: A National Weather Service map showing a severe wind outlook for May 28, across eastern Oregon and southeastern Washington. Most of the highlighted area, including the Tri-Cities and Pendleton, is under a 15–29% chance of severe winds, with surrounding areas under a lower 5–14% chance.

⚠️ Secure those trampolines and other loose outdoor items!Our area may experience active weather conditions this afterno...
05/28/2026

⚠️ Secure those trampolines and other loose outdoor items!
Our area may experience active weather conditions this afternoon into the evening. Stay safe out there!

Congrats to Justin Hansen, who successfully passed his Step Test and performed well on the drill ground!In firefighting,...
05/27/2026

Congrats to Justin Hansen, who successfully passed his Step Test and performed well on the drill ground!

In firefighting, a Step Test is a short, controlled physical assessment used to measure aerobic capacity — the body’s ability to take in, transport, and use oxygen efficiently. The test helps evaluate endurance and overall fitness for physically demanding firefighting tasks, including wildland and structural fire operations.

05/20/2026

EMS Week Spotlight on Kennewick Fire Department Firefighter/Paramedic Eddie Higginbotham, II

Celebrating, recognizing and acknowledging the life-saving and advanced life support services our EMS personnel provide daily to our community.

Eddie is a Firefighter/Paramedic with Kennewick Fire Department. Eddie is a recent graduate of the Columbia Basin College paramedic program and has been functioning as a lead medic for the past four months. Eddie consistently distinguished himself as a student, and that same dedication to excellence is evident in his current role providing patient care throughout Kennewick. In a remarkably short period of time, he has earned the respect of our team through his extensive knowledge base and confident decision-making skills.

Eddie said: “I pursued a career in the fire service and becoming a paramedic because I had a family emergency that required the fire department to help. I wanted to be the help for those in the same way that my family needed help.”
Thank you, Eddie, for all you do for our community!

Image description: Kennewick Firefighter/Paramedic Eddie Higginbotham, II, wears his firefighter turnout gear and helmet in the rain outside of a stone building with other firefighters in the background. A female family member in a maroon coat and white baseball cap stands next to him.

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302 West 10th Avenue
Kennewick, WA
99336

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+15095854230

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