The Kent Island Volunteer Fire Department takes our responsibility very seriously. Our community is protected by dedicated and committed volunteer firefighters and emergency medical services providers who do their jobs when called upon, even at three o’clock in the morning. Saving lives and protecting property is not an easy task responding to over 1,000 calls a year. We do it willingly and often ... (Full Story & Photos)

Kent Island Volunteer Fire Department is currently accepting applications for the positions of EMT & Paramedic. This is a part-time paid position on our day staff.

To be considered for an interview, we require a minimum of one year of experience. Candidate will also be required to provide all current certifications.

For more information please view attached Job Announcement.

To apply please email ... (Full Story & Photos)

🚨 Community Alert – Photo Fund Drive 📸

The Kent Island Volunteer Fire Department has partnered with Bob Gosselin Photography once again to conduct a Photo Fund Drive supporting our department.

📍 What to Expect: Bob will be going door-to-door throughout neighborhoods in our first due response area over the coming weeks.

🚗 His vehicle will be clearly marked with his business name: Bob Gosselin ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 6: 44 PM Kent Island VFD and Queen Anne's Emergency Services were alerted for a motor vehicle collision on the west bound Bay Bridge. Engine 14, Rescue 1 and Chief 1 responded with 13 personnel. C-1 (A/C P. Schlotterbeck) arrived to find a 3 vehicle crash with the driver of one vehicle trapped in the vehicle. KIVFD crews were able to extricate the driver in under 8 minutes. The driver was treated ... (Full Story & Photos)

Probationary members Andrea Grabenstein and Keefer Pullen recently completed Firefighter I training at the Univ. of Md. Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute. This 135 hour course included numerous topics like fire behavior, hose streams, ladders, ventilation and rescue techniques to name just a few. This training is the just the beginning of learning to be a firefighter. Additional training in emergency ... (Full Story & Photos)

Today, the Kent Island Volunteer Fire Department proudly hosted an interdisciplinary training drill in collaboration with the Shock Trauma Go Team, Queen Anne’s County DES, and Maryland State Police Aviation—Trooper 6.

The day kicked off with a lecture and case study session led by Michael Broussard, CRNA, and Dr. Benjamin Lawner, DO, along with members of the Go Team. These sessions provided valuable ... (Full Story & Photos)

Shortly before 8PM on 3/19 multiple stations were alerted for a building fire being reported at the Target at 200 Kent Landing. Initial information was that smoke was filling the building. Crews arrived to find a haze in the grocery area of the store. Investigation found a malfunctioning air handler and crews secured it. The store management and employee's had quickly evacuated the store prior to ... (Full Story & Photos)

2025 Sportsmans Bash Online Ticket Sales are Closed. Thank you for your support!

KIVFD & Maryland DU 11th Annual Sportsman's Bash
Saturday, April 5, 2025 ~ Doors Open at 11:30AM
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