Killingworth Volunteer Fire Co.

08/30/2026

The KVFC assisted the Clinton Volunteer Fire Dept at the annual Summerfest Fireworks. Engine 1 and crew were staged in a nearby neighborhood to make sure no stray embers caused any issues. Thank you to CFD for giving a great view!!

08/17/2026

Recognizing Our Members’ Accomplishments
The Killingworth Volunteer Fire Company (KVFC) is proud to recognize the accomplishments and dedication of our members over the past several months.
FF James Henderson recently completed Connecticut Firefighter I & II, where he was selected to serve as Squad Leader. James has continued to advance his training by completing his Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification and earning his Q endorsement, allowing him to operate fire apparatus.
Jr. FF Sean Link, after successfully completing both the Introduction to the Fire Service and Advanced Fire Service programs at the Connecticut Fire Academy, was selected from numerous applicants to serve as Counselor for this year’s ASAC 14 class.
KVFC is proud to have members like James and Sean who continue to pursue training, accept leadership opportunities, and strengthen our organization and the community we serve.

08/08/2026

Good afternoon,

We hope you are all staying cool today if you can.

The KVFC in conjunction with our area mutual aid partners are hosting a training seminar this weekend. This seminar is to provide us with the latest information and skills to successfully move water from a water source to the scene of a fire. As many of you are aware, we have no public water supply in Killingworth and rely on tanker trucks to transport water to the scene.

Tomorrow’s session will mostly be practical skills moving water from Lovers Lane to the Middle School on Route 81. This will necessitate Lovers Lane to be shut down from approximately 9am -3pm tomorrow. Please be aware that there will be 12-14 tankers running the route as posted below.

Thank you for your continued support and we apologize for the minor delay this will cause but is extremely valuable training for the attendees.

07/28/2026

🚒 Come Out & Support Our Local Heroes! ❤️

Join us for a Volunteer Firefighter Fundraising Event on Saturday, August 1st, starting at 5:00 PM at Shipwreck Tavern!

Enjoy a great evening while supporting the Killingworth Volunteer Fire Company. Our local volunteer firefighters will be bartending for the night, and every show of support helps provide the equipment and resources they need to keep our community safe.

Bring your friends and family, grab some great food and drinks, and help make a difference. Every dollar raised supports the dedicated volunteers who are always there when our community needs them most.

📍 Shipwreck Tavern
🗓️ Saturday, August 1st
🕔 Starting at 5:00 PM

We hope to see you there! Thank you for supporting the Killingworth Volunteer Fire Company and the men and women who proudly serve our community. 🇺🇸🚒

07/07/2026

The KVFC held its Annual meeting tonight which includes its election of officers. The Officers for 2026 are

Chief-Bill Shipman
Deputy Chief-Rick Darin
Asst Chief-Matt Herman
Asst Chief-Ethan Drain
Captain-Eric Bergman
Captain-Jeremy Adametz
Rescue Captain-Graig Judge
Rescue Lieutenant-Bryce O’Linn
Chief Engineer-Damon Munz
Quartermaster-Pete Cumpstone
Secretary-Paul Schilling
Treasurer-Sean Lester
SR Trustee-Todd Hajek

06/20/2026

Congratulations to our very own Sean Link who was chosen to be a counselor this year!!

06/16/2026

Thank you -Busch and for the generous donation of emergency drinking
water, and to Dichello distributors for delivering it to our fire station!
This water will help keep our firefighters hydrated during wildfires and extended responses in extreme heat.

The donation is provided through Anheuser-Busch’s Emergency Drinking Water for Wildland
Firefighters program, which supports volunteer departments with critical hydration resources during wildfire season. Learn more at
www.nvfc.org/water.

05/27/2026

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/clinton-ct/donald-mcdougall-12900391

Celebrate the life of Donald McDougall, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Swan Funeral Home.

05/24/2026

Update on Memorial Day Parade

05/01/2026

💧 May is National Water Safety Month 💧

As we head into warmer weather, the Killingworth Volunteer Fire Company wants to remind everyone that water safety saves lives.

🚨 Did you know:
• Drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1–4 in the U.S.
• There are over 4,000 drowning deaths every year — about 11 per day
• Drowning is often silent and can happen in seconds

✅ Simple steps to stay safe:
• Always supervise children around water — even for a moment
• Never swim alone
• Wear a life jacket when boating or in open water
• Learn CPR — it can make the difference in an emergency
• Consider swim lessons for all ages

🌊 Know Your Local Waters:
Killingworth and the surrounding area offer many beautiful places to enjoy the water, including Chatfield Hollow State Park, nearby lakes, ponds, rivers, and access to the Connecticut River and Long Island Sound. While these areas are great for recreation, conditions can change quickly — always be aware of water depth, currents, and weather, and use caution when swimming or boating.

🏊 Helpful resources:
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Water Safety: https://www.cdc.gov/drowning/
• American Red Cross Water Safety Tips: https://www.redcross.org
• Find local CPR classes near you: https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class/cpr

As your local fire department, we respond when emergencies happen — but prevention starts with all of us.

Stay safe, stay alert, and help us keep our community protected this summer. 🚒