London Fire Department

Year: 2020

  • London Fire Department names new Public Information Officer

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    LONDON KY—The London Fire Department (LFD) has named Magen Zawko as their official Public Information Officer (PIO) and Administrative Assistant. Following five years as the London Police PIO, Zawko continues to provide a public voice for the City’s emergency services. “Firefighters and police officers work in high-stress environments while everything they do is within the…

  • Knox Box

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    London business owners, when it’s an emergency, seconds matter! Is your local business protected with a Knox Box? Enable first responder access to eliminate barriers to entry, avoid unsafe forced entry, reduce workforce injuries, and minimize property damage. Visit https://www.knoxbox.com/Support/Instructions for more information!

  • London Firefighter receives National Emergency Medical Technician Certification

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    LONDON KY—City of London Firefighter Zack Johns has received his National Emergency Medical Technician Certification. Johns’ certification allows the Department to better assist local emergency agencies. “I’ve always wanted to do something that helps people,” Johns said. Johns began his firefighter career volunteering through the London Fire Department and London-Laurel Rescue Squad for seven years.…

  • Now Accepting Applications

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    The London Fire Department is NOW accepting applications for the position of firefighter for both part and full-time positions. Applications are available at https://londonkyfire.com/join for download. Applications and the criminal background check form must be completed and dropped off at 911 Fire Rescue Dr., London, KY by noon on 8/21/20. The written test date for…

  • Illegal Burns

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    Kentucky has laws to protect public health from outdoor or open burning. Before you light that burn pile, make sure you are doing so in a safe and legal manner. This list provides a quick summary of what you can and can’t burn under Kentucky’s open burning regulation. London Fire Department wants to help do our part…

  • Child Safety Seat Event 7.18.20

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    The London Fire Department and London Police Department are partnering on Saturday, July 18th from 11am to 2pm for a free child safety seat check event at the London Fire Dept., located at 911 Fire Rescue Drive. The Cumberland Valley Area Development District will be assisting at the event. The City of London is hoping…

  • Fourth of July

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    The London Fire Department assisted in providing a safe environment for the City of London Tourism’s Red, White & Boom event. The Fire Department joined forces with the London Police Department.

  • Site Pre-Planning

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    Before the first nail is driven or first bit of concrete is poured in commercial properties in London, Fire units Pre Plans the site conducts extensive site planning and water demands for fire protection, studying traffic entry / staging points for fire apparatuses and building plans, as well as collecting and compiling several days of…

  • COVID-19

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    For the City of London’s COVID-19 information, please visit: To continue to protect and help the community we serve, all of our staff answer emergency calls wearing PPE (personal protective equipment). This is out of an abundance of caution and not only keeps our staff protected but also those we interact with. COVID-19 Hotline (800)…

  • Healthcare Heroes

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    Our community came together in support of one another in this fight against COVID-19. Thank you to the healthcare workers who are facing this head-on! London is strong with many united and we are proud of our community for adapting to the new changes and remaining hopeful during this time. The London Fire Department joined…