The Overland Park Fire and Police Departments are rolling out the red carpet for a special group of community members at Friends of First Responders Day on Saturday, Oct. 11, from 1-3 p.m. at the Overland Park Fire Training Center, 12401 Hemlock St. This event provides children with disabilities and their families with a safe […]
The Overland Park Fire Department runs nearly 70 calls per day in Overland Park. Four out of five of those are medical calls. To ensure our emergency medical technicians and paramedics are providing the highest possible service to the community, the department tracks sudden cardiac arrest save rates, among other metrics. Overland Park uses a […]
Curious about what it takes to be a firefighter? Want a closer look at fire trucks, gear and real-life rescue training? Mark your calendar for the Firefighters and You Open House at the Overland Park Fire Training Center, 12401 Hemlock St., on Saturday, April 19 from 1-3 p.m. Bring the whole family out for an […]
A program that brought the Overland Park Fire Department and Blue Valley School District students together has come full circle. This fall, two Blue Valley graduates officially started their firefighting career with the City of Overland Park. Before putting on the patch, they’d been working toward this day for years, training through the Blue Valley […]
Join the Overland Park Fire and Police Departments for Friends of First Responders Day on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Overland Park Fire Training Center, 12401 Hemlock St. This special event is designed for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, offering a fun, interactive and supportive environment to […]
Did you know the top three causes of fires in Overland Park include unattended cooking, electrical and the careless discard of smoking material? Fires can spread rapidly, leaving little time to react. The warning sounds of a smoke alarm can be the difference between escaping a fire safely or being caught in a dangerous situation. […]
Registration is now open for the Community Emergency Response Team training! Overland Park’s emergency management division offers CERT training at no cost, empowering residents to assist each other and address immediate lifesaving and life-sustaining needs during emergencies. In the aftermath of a major disaster, first responders may be overwhelmed by the demand for fire and […]
In April, the State of Kansas regulates burning in Johnson and Wyandotte Counties along with some Missouri counties. The ban aims to decrease smoke levels during the burning of grass and pasture lands in the western part of the state throughout April. During April, Kansas regulations: Prohibit the burning of non-pasture (un-grazed) grasslands. Suspend existing […]
Prevent accidents, fires, and carbon monoxide leaks with proper home heating safety. Before turning up the heat, make sure your furnace and fireplace are ready to run safely and efficiently. Did you know furnaces and fireplaces should be inspected and serviced at least once a year by a qualified professional? Here are three additional tips […]
Are your smoke alarm batteries up to date? Do you know two ways out of your home in case of a fire? Is your kitchen organized for culinary success (and fire prevention)? This week, the Overland Park Fire Department recognizes Fire Prevention Week as an additional step to help keep you, your family and the […]