Kearney Fire & Rescue Protection District

05/25/2026

Today we honor and mourn those who were lost serving our country. This photo is from last years Matt Mason Memorial Cowboy Up Triathlon.

05/18/2026

Stay weather aware today! ⛈️

A moderate (Level 4 out of 5) risk exists for parts of the forecast area, with an enhanced (Level 3) and slight (Level 2) risk extending southeastward. Greater confidence exists with storms developing into a line of storms later this evening/overnight. However, a conditional threat exists for the development of discrete storms this afternoon, dependent on how the atmosphere recovers from morning storms. Stay up to date with the forecast, and have multiple ways to receive warnings!

05/13/2026

When our crews transport patients to the emergency department they transfer patient care knowing they may not get an update on their patients outcome. That makes messages like this one extremely special to receive. ❤️

05/12/2026

Time to tell the students at Kearney Middle School about the best job in the world! 🚑🚒

05/07/2026

Heads up!

SLOW TRAFFIC ALERT ON 92 HWY 🚨

92 Hwy will be down to one lane in each direction at the Railroad tracks between 33 Hwy and Platte Clay Way (by Waters Hardware).

The Railroad Company is completing repairs to the tracks for the majority of the day. It should be back fully open by later tonight.

05/04/2026

05/02/2026

You may see our crews out assisting City of Kearney, MO water department personnel

Our spring hydrant flushing program is underway.

This routine maintenance helps:
• Remove sediment from water mains
• Improve water quality
• Maintain proper system flow
• Ensure hydrants are ready when needed

You may notice temporary discoloration in your water as crews flush hydrants in your area. This is normal and should clear quickly. Running your water for a few minutes will help.

If you see a black bag over a hydrant, it means the hydrant is not operating properly and has been taken out of service for repair. These hydrants will be repaired after the spring flushing program is complete later this month.

The Fire Department is aware of these hydrants and has contingency plans in place if needed.

05/01/2026

This week, our organization in coordination with the Smithville Area Fire Protection District, held a joint training exercise. Crews completed several company operations simultaneously in real time. Scenarios included everything from a small fire in a single story residence, all the way to multiple victims having to be rescued from windows while also accomplishing fire attack.

04/26/2026

Thursday evening’s tornado was a stark reminder that severe weather can go from bad to worse in an instant. Please make sure you have at least two ways of receiving emergency alerts!

04/25/2026