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Life Safety through Education, Prevention, and Protection
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Public Education Information
Education, especially of our youngest citizens,
is important work for the Kenly Fire Department.
What would you do in the event of an emergency when basic services like water, gas, electricity or phone were not available? The Kenly Fire Department encourages everyone to prepare a Family Disaster Kit. Download our Disaster Supplies Kit checklist to learn more about what you need to include.
Fire Safety Information
There are approximately 1,300 fires in the United States every day. To keep your home and family safe, stop fires before they start. You can prevent fires by taking the following precautions:
- Smoke detectors should be installed on every level of your home. Test smoke detectors monthly and install new batteries at least twice a year.
- Every home needs an escape plan with at least two exits from each room. Plan and practice your escape plan monthly.
- Keep at least three feet clear around space heaters, wood stoves, and fireplaces.
- Don't overload electrical outlets. Never run cords under rugs, through door jambs, or across walkways.
- Never leave cooking unattended. Keep your stove surface and oven clean
- Install a multi-purpose fire extinguisher in your home and garage. These can be used on fires involving wood, cloth, flammable liquids, or electrical equipment.
Contact Info:
The Kenly Fire Station!
Kenly Fire Department
101 West First Street
PO Box 868
Kenly, NC 27542
Business Number - 919-284-4441
FAX - 919-284-3414
Station e-mail - kfd@ruralisp.net
Fire Chief e-mail - pwhitehurst@ruralisp.net
Facts About the Department
The Kenly Fire Department is a combination fire department proudly serving a community of about 6,200 population, covering 36 square miles, in both Johnston and Wilson counties and the Town of Kenly. The department provides fire protection, rescue services from motor vehicle accidents, and first responder medical services. The department currently maintains a roster of 31 volunteers and 5 part-time paid personnel.
22 members are trained in emergency medical care and respond to life threatening medical emergencies occurring within the fire district. The district currently has an ISO rating of 5. The ISO rating is method the State uses to rate fire protection in fire districts and is used heavily by insurance companies when setting rates for homeowner's insurance. A 5 rating is very good and helps save homeowners in the Town of Kenly and Beulah Rural Fire District about $400 annually on insurance premiums.
Current Roster (pdf format)
Some Emergency Response Facts
Kenly Fire Fighters in action.
The Kenly Fire Department has experienced a steady increase in the number of responses to emergencies during the past 5 years. From 2002 to 2003, the number of responses increased from 675 to 678. This is about 2 calls for assistance per day. Medical emergency responses increased from 401 in 2002 to 412 in 2003 and there were 266 fire related emergencies in 2003.
Training Information
During 2003, members of the fire department completed a total of 5,738 hours of training and drills, or about 175 hours per member on average. Training is obtained from the State's Community College system and through in-house instructors. Many members of the fire department have obtained State certifications from the North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal as can be seen in this document (pdf).
Equipment Information
Engine 1
- 2003 Pierce Pumper
- Cummins (ISC-350) 350 HP Diesel Engine
- 1250 GPM Hale QSG-125 Single Stage Pump
- 1000 Gallon Poly Water Tank
- 30 Gallon Integrated Foam Cell
- Task Force Tips Foam Pro Pak
- Rescue Style Doors
Engine 11
- 1988 EEI Ford C-8000 Pumper/Tanker
- Caterpillar (3208T) 250 HP Diesel Engine
- 1000 GPM Hale Two-Stage Fire Pump
- 1000 Gallon Poly Water Tank
- 2000 Gallon Drop Tank
Engine 10
- 1982 Quality Ford C-8000 Pumper/Tanker
- Caterpillar (3208) 210 HP Diesel Engine
- 1000 GPM Waterous Two-Stage Fire Pump
- 1000 Gallon Poly Water Tank
- 2000 Gallon Drop Tank
Brush 1
- 1984 Chevrolet 4WD Pickup Truck
- Hale Fire Pump
- 200 Gallon Water Tank
- 300 feet of Reel-Tex Booster Hose
Squad 2
- 1995 Chevrolet 4WD Tahoe First Responder Medical Unit
Squad 1
- Under construction - check back soon!
Other Online Information
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Last Updated Saturday, September 25 2004 @ 04:35 PM
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