Fire Chief Chad Michael

[Fire Chief Chad Michael @KennewickChief]

KFD crews are operating on the scene of a residential structure fire at 604 W. 18th Ave. Fire is extinguished. Crews are completing overhaul.

[Fire Chief Chad Michael @KennewickChief]

KFD crews are operating right now on the scene of a natural cover fire at 455 E Bruneau (Twin City Metals). Crews are in the process of extinguishing the fire.

[Fire Chief Chad Michael @KennewickChief]

If you see this van driving around Kennewick, it is our new Logistics vehicle. We are very excited to have a vehicle that allows lifting in a more ergonomically correct manner, has space for tools and equipment, and will improve efficiency.
Graphics for the vehicle coming soon.

[Fire Chief Chad Michael @KennewickChief]

The value of closed doors can’t be overstated. Modern synthetic fuels inside homes burn hot and fast. Closed doors play a vital role in helping contain fires to the room or building of origin by helping slow the spread of a fire before the fire dept. arrives on scene.

[Fire Engineering @fireengineering]

Close Before You Doze: Quick action by a resident of a Bluffton apartment unit may have prevented a fire from spreading across multiple units. @FSRI_org

#closebeforeyoudoze

https://t.co/iJbbzXhIeh

[Fire Chief Chad Michael @KennewickChief]

Happy Birthday Smokey Bear. Thanks for keeping wildfire prevention as a focus.

[Smokey Bear @smokey_bear]

Happy Birthday to me! 80 years young, and still spreading wildfire safety fun. Cheers to eight decades of saying #OnlyYou can prevent wildfires!

#SmokeyBear80

[Fire Chief Chad Michael @KennewickChief]

Congratulations goes out to KFD’s newest Captain, Ben Singley. Cpt. Singley has served with KFD for the past 12 years. He is well known for his willingness to take on projects, and desire to see KFD continue to improve.
Welcome to your new role Ben!

[Fire Chief Chad Michael @KennewickChief]

Not a new uniform for our Prevention Captain. Just a sign of a great evening at National Night Out.

[Fire Chief Chad Michael @KennewickChief]

Firefighter Marceau giving a tour of the engine and bringing big smiles to several of small friends this evening.
National Night Out is a blast!

[Fire Chief Chad Michael @KennewickChief]

Looking for a fun family event this evening? Come see the KFD and several other City of Kennewick departments at National Night Out. Lots of fun give always, and fire safety learning opportunities.
We will be here until 7:30pm.

[Fire Chief Chad Michael @KennewickChief]

Good morning Kennewick. Temperatures are climbing back up over the next few days, and our region is categorized as Extreme Fire Danger. Let’s partner to keep Kennewick fire safe for those that live, work, and recreate in our beautiful city.

[Fire Chief Chad Michael @KennewickChief]

@fyrleadership Thank you. Difficult area to access. Creative and smart.

[Fire Chief Chad Michael @KennewickChief]

KFD crews are on the scene of a natural cover fire at 1st Ave. and Gum St. The fire is under control, and crews are mopping up.

[Fire Chief Chad Michael @KennewickChief]

A great evening celebrating the 50th anniversary, rebrand, and ribbon cutting of Lourdes Behavioral Health. One of several important resources in place to support the mental health needs of the Tri-Cities community.

[Fire Chief Chad Michael @KennewickChief]

KFD crews are on the scene of a multi-acre fire that is located immediately to the west of Canyon Lakes. A rapid response and quick fire knock down kept the fire from growing and threatening homes. Crews will remain on scene to do mop up.

[Fire Chief Chad Michael @KennewickChief]

A big thank you goes out to our team that supports us at Shops. The work they do to help us keep apparatus on the road is vital to supporting our mission. We appreciate and value Steve, Nick, and Greg.

[Fire Chief Chad Michael @KennewickChief]

Day 3 of supporting Water Follies. Only treatment of minor injuries so far. A crash on the water today highlighted the importance of the coordination and collaboration between all of the emergency resources in place to support the event.
Hope the rest of the day is safe.

[Fire Chief Chad Michael @KennewickChief]

Day one of Water Follies is in the books. KFD crews treated a few minor injuries. The team is back out again today in collaboration with our law enforcement partners and other City Staff. We are proud to participate as part of this incredible community event.

[Fire Chief Chad Michael @KennewickChief]

The KFD team is gearing up to support Water Follies. The department has been a part of this incredible event for many years. Our Firefighters are ready and prepared to ensure those that participate and attend have a safe and enjoyable time this weekend.

[Fire Chief Chad Michael @KennewickChief]

KFD crews will remain on scene of the residential fire at 6815 W. 20th for most of the day. Dealing with hot spots, and working to ensure the fire doesn’t rekindle.

[Fire Chief Chad Michael @KennewickChief]

Three occupants inside of the residence when the fire started. All three made it safely out of the home.
Crews are still actively fighting the fire.
Fire crews were able to prevent the fire from spreading to two nearby homes.