This time, it was Capt. Pat Gantt. See how his 12-year-old helped save his father’s life by doing something he’d been trained to do from an early age: Call 911.
Fire Department
Fire Department
The Overland Park Fire Department has served the Overland Park area for more than a century. Even before Overland Park’s incorporation in 1960, our department served this community and others around it with progressive philosophies on safety and education.
The Overland Park Fire Department also provides fire response and investigation, training, and safety enforcement for the city of Merriam.
Address
12401 Hemlock
Overland Park, KS 66213
Phone
913-888-6066
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Chief’s Message
To the residents of Overland Park and Merriam,
The Overland Park Fire Department is a value driven team of dedicated professionals committed to providing emergency, educational and specialized services for the purpose of saving lives and reducing property loss for the community we serve.
The Commission on Fire Accreditation International recognizes the Overland Park Fire Department as a community-focused, data-driven, accredited agency. We’re confident you will have the same trust in us as they do.
Thank you for the opportunity to serve your communities.
Bryan Dehner
Fire Chief
bryan.dehner@opkansas.org
Latest Save
Our crews save lives every day, but it’s not every day we find one of our own needing our assistance.
Annual Report
See Chief Dehner’s message, lifesaving stories, and the latest information on the department.
Fire Stations
The Overland Park Fire Department operates out of several fire stations across the city, the Fire Training Center, and a squad house.
Special Services
Burn Permits
Permits are required for large open burns, but not smaller recreational fires. Learn more about whether your fire requires a burn permit.
CPR + AED Classes
Knowing CPR, First Aid, and AED use can save a life when you least expect it. The Overland Park Fire Department offers classes for the public and for health care professionals.
Fireworks Regulations
City ordinance prohibits the use of most fireworks.
Fire Safety Presentations
Let us share important information to help your prepare for a fire, and stay safe if there is one.
Tours + Visits
Overland Park firefighters welcome the opportunity to share the firefighting profession with others.
Youth Fire Safety Intervention Program
The Overland Park Fire Department offers the youth fire safety intervention program to help parents address the problem of fire misuse by a child.
More Information
9/11 Memorial
Overland Park’s 9/11 Memorial at the Fire Training Center honors those lost on September 11, 2001 by remembering their sacrifices and teaching future generations about the tragic day.
Fire Inspections
The fire marshal inspects many buildings in Overland Park to make sure they meet safety codes.