Kennard Vol. Fire Department

05/05/2026

We would like to give a huge thank you to NineStar Connect for their generous support of the Kennard Volunteer Fire Department.

Through their Operation Round Up program, KVFD was awarded a $7,000 grant to help replace 15 firefighter helmets. These new helmets are a major upgrade in safety and will help ensure our members are better protected while serving our community.

We are extremely grateful for organizations like NineStar that invest back into the communities they serve. Your support directly impacts the safety of our firefighters and the citizens of Kennard.

Thank you again for helping us continue to protect you

04/25/2026

We are beyond grateful for the incredible support at our Fire Department breakfast. Seeing our community show up, share a meal, and support what we do means more than we can put into words.

Because of you, we’re able to continue serving and protecting this amazing community. Thank you for your generosity, your kindness, and for always having our backs. ❤️🚒

04/25/2026

Some of the storm damage in Kennard. Please stay clear of down power lines as the electrical company and the fire department work to make it safe again.

04/25/2026

‼️‼️Please avoid the Kennard area, as we were hit very hard by the storm earlier. Our members, along with the electric company, are actively working to clear roads and address downed power lines. We appreciate your patience and cooperation while crews work to make the area safe.

04/15/2026

Thank you to NineStar Connect for helping protect our members so they can protect you.

In the first quarter of 2026, NineStar Operation Round Up awarded Kennard Volunteer Fire Department, a $7,000.00 grant to help with replacing 15 firefighter helmets. Congratulations! 👏

03/09/2026

🚨 Severe Weather Preparedness Week 🌪️🌧️⚡️

This week is Severe Weather Preparedness Week, and the Kennard Volunteer Fire Department encourages everyone to take a few minutes to make sure you and your family are ready in case severe weather strikes.

✔️ Know your safe place – Have a plan for where to go during a tornado warning (basement or lowest level interior room).
✔️ Charge your phones and keep weather alerts turned on.
✔️ Have multiple ways to receive warnings – weather apps, NOAA weather radio, or local alerts.
✔️ Review your family emergency plan so everyone knows what to do.

Spring storms can develop quickly, and being prepared can make all the difference.

Stay weather aware and stay safe!
— Kennard Volunteer Fire Department

02/19/2026

🚨 Severe Weather Alert for Today 🚨

We have a strong chance of severe storms this afternoon, including the potential for tornadoes, heavy rain, and damaging winds. 🌪️🌧️⚡

Please take a few minutes now to prepare:

✅ Make sure your cell phone is fully charged
✅ Have multiple ways to receive weather alerts
✅ Review your emergency plan with your family
✅ Know where you will go if a Tornado Warning is issued (lowest level, interior room, away from windows)

Stay weather aware and don’t wait until the sirens sound to make a plan. Conditions can change quickly.

Kennard Volunteer Fire Department will be monitoring the weather closely and ready to respond if needed.

Please stay safe and look out for one another.

⚠️ An enhanced risk is in place today for areas south of Indianapolis. This is a tornado driven enhanced risk by the Storm Prediction Center. ALL hazards are possible today including tornadoes with the possibility of a strong tornado. Severe weather chances are highest in the orange enhanced risk.

-TIMING 1:00pm ET through Midnight tonight-

HAZARDS
● A few Tornadoes (potential for a strong tornado)
● Damaging winds to 60mph
● large hail.

Stay weather aware today and have multiple ways to receive warnings.

01/29/2026

Check out the front page of today's paper in print or on our website at: https://www.thecouriertimes.com/eedition/page-a1/page_8dee8848-45f0-5ec8-afed-586938bd0c74.html

01/26/2026

We have returned to a watch/ orange. Please use caution if adventuring out and about.

Henry County has returned to Watch/Orange Travel restriction. This restriction includes essential travel only. There are still many roads that are snow covered.

We expect to remain at this level for a few days with the expected winds and blowing snow.

01/26/2026

8AM TRAVEL UPDATE: Counties in red are asking folks to stay home unless it is an emergency or you are an essential worker.

It's not just for the snowy roads, but also the cold air. Drivers are getting stranded this morning and it takes a while for first responders to get to your location.

Red: Travel warning (emergencies only)
Orange: Travel watch (essential travel)
Yellow: Use caution