Kell Fire Protection District

07/09/2026

39 years old and still killing it!

07/08/2026

Lt. Hawkins taking a break after a long evening of training

06/10/2026

We had a great day of training with the Illinois Army National Guard Firefighter teams. Members of the 615th, 661st, and the 662nd FFT conducted drafting operations today.

06/10/2026

We will be conducting training this afternoon with the National Guard In a effort to help with their drafting capabilities. Don’t be alarmed if you see this vehicle in town! More information to come about this group of soldiers this evening.

06/05/2026

We would like to congratulate Joe Duffy and Lee Ann Schaeffer on their recent promotion to Firefighter. They have both completed their probationary status and have proven to be a vital part of our department. Congratulations guys!

06/02/2026

Mt. Vernon – The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced that Interstate 57 will be closed overnight June 1 through June 3 to allow crews to set structural steel for the new Illinois 15 overpass.

To minimize impacts on traffic, the closures will take place nightly from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.

During the work, traffic on I-57 will be detoured around the work zone using the entrance and exit ramps at the Mt. Vernon Interchange.

Flaggers will be present throughout the nighttime operations to assist with traffic movement and maintain safety for motorists and construction crews.

05/27/2026

The Kell and Odin Fire Protection Districts have received small equipment grants from the Office of the State ...

05/23/2026

Thank you Kell Fire department for reaching out to do an LZ class! If any local fire or EMS departments want LZ classes or continuing education please contact Chad Morris at 618-892-1500.

05/18/2026

FLASH FLOOD WARNING until 8:15 pm for Marion and far southern Fayette Counties.

05/01/2026