Knob Noster Fire Department

06/01/2026

Be weather aware this evening. Mother Nature could get loud.

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of Kansas and Missouri until 4 AM CDT

05/31/2026

A few days of dry weather in the future.

SUNDAY SEVERE RISK ⛈️: A final round of isolated severe storms remains possible Sunday evening around the Kansas City region from 6 PM - Midnight. 🌩️ Still questioning where/how many storms form, but those that do could easily have large hail, 60mph wind gusts, & even a tornado. The environment is definitely favorable for severe weather with high low level wind shear & massive amounts of energy. The main limiting factor is the lack of upper level winds, so hopefully the works against the severe potential tonight. Stay weather aware with us on FOX4 News Kansas City!

05/31/2026

🚒💧 DID YOU KNOW? FIRE HYDRANT COLORS HAVE A PURPOSE.

Those colors on a fire hydrant are not just for appearance. They help firefighters quickly identify a hydrant’s flow classification and potential water supply during an emergency.

According to NFPA 291, hydrant bonnet and nozzle cap colors are commonly used to indicate flow capacity:

🔵 Blue – 1,500+ GPM
🟢 Green – 1,000–1,499 GPM
🟠 Orange – 500–999 GPM
🔴 Red – Less than 500 GPM

You may also see:

🟣 Purple (Violet) – Non-potable or reclaimed water
⚪ White – Drafting hydrant (local designation)
⚫ Black – Out of service (local designation)

⚠️ Keep in mind that hydrant markings can vary depending on the local water utility or jurisdiction.

Why does this matter?

When firefighters arrive at a fire, they must quickly determine if a hydrant can provide enough water to support firefighting operations. Knowing the hydrant’s flow classification helps crews make faster decisions and establish an effective water supply.

🚫 Never park in front of a fire hydrant.
🚫 Never block access to a hydrant.

A hydrant that cannot be accessed quickly can delay firefighting operations when every second counts.

Fire is fast.
Water supply matters.
Knowledge saves lives. 🚒🔥

05/30/2026

Do you want to be a firefighter? Stop by and visit with K**b Noster Fire Department and Johnson County Fire Protection District .

Dress up, take a picture, and shoot a little water at our Fire House. We are located in Front of the First Baptist Church on East McPherson at the K**b Noster Fair. See you at the Fair.

AND IT'S ALL FREE!!!

05/30/2026

🎉 Facebook recognized me as a consistent post creator this week!

05/28/2026

Just FYI there will be a lot of congested streets around the High School during parade staging times. Starting around 5 pm.

🚧 ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE & FAIR PARADE INFORMATION 🚧

Please be advised that temporary road closures are expected on May 28th for the parade. We ask all drivers to please slow down and remain cautious, especially around walking pedestrians during the event.

The parade will begin at 7:00 PM and is expected to last approximately one hour. Please plan your travel accordingly and expect additional road closures and foot traffic during this time.

Parade Route:
The parade will start by the high school on South Washington Avenue, continue onto McPherson Street, head down South Lincoln, then continue onto Wimer Street before looping back to South Washington Avenue.

Your cooperation helps keep our community safe!

05/28/2026

Just FYI