The Kilbourn Fire Department; formed in 1891 and is a completely unpaid volunteer fire department, proudly protects 7,600 people living in an area of 210 square miles. We operate out of one station that protects a primarily rural area. Our department is a public department whose members are on a volunteer status.
We consist of Three Companies:
Company 1 = City Fires
Company 2 = Rural Fires
Company 3 = Rescue (med. emergencies, auto accidents, search & rescue, & rope/ice/water rescue)
Our membership includes 34 active and 52 retired members. As a popular
tourist area, the local population frequently swells to over 100,000 in
the summer months.
Mailing Address:
Kilbourn Fire Department
P.O. Box 689 712 Oak St
Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
Phone:
608-253-5300
Department Directory:
Chief Tory Wolfram
twolfram@kilbournfire.com
608-253-5300 ext. 633
Assistant Chief Scott Walsh
swalsh@kilbournfire.com
608-253-5300 ext. 633
Secretary-Treasurer Dan Anchor
danchor@kilbournfire.com
608-253-5300 ext. 634
Co. 1 City Fire
Captain - Marty Platt, Lieutenant - Scott McClyman
Co. 2 Rural Fire
Captain - Greg Montgomery, Lieutenant - Mike Warnke
Co. 3 Rescue
Captain - Todd Swansby, Lieutenant - Dan Zurawski
Thinking about summer activities makes one reflect on the wonderful times spent in or near the various water attractions, riding bikes or various types of motorized vehicles, or maybe that special 4th of July that you'll never forget.
While you and your kids enjoy the seemingly carefree elements of summer, emergency room doctors know it as "trauma season." Tragedies peak during the summer months because children are supervised less, have more free time, and engage in more outdoor activities. Close supervision and other simple prevention steps will help your child avoid danger.
Nearly half of bicycle related hospitalizations are diagnosed as traumatic brain injury. A single rule — wear a helmet. Helmets can reduce the risk of head injury by as much as 85 percent.
Supervise your kids around water attractions, even if they know how to swim. Have children that don't know how to swim wear a life vest when they are in the water. Always have your child wear a life vest when on a lake or river, even if they know how to swim.
Fireworks around the Fourth of July are a tradition for some families. Unfortunately, injuries from fireworks are another tradition that often follows when kids are allowed to play with fireworks. Half of all injuries from fireworks are to children under age 15. Firecrackers caused the most injuries, followed by rockets and sparklers. Skip buying fireworks that you would plan to use at home, and the risk for injuries, and instead take your family to see a public fireworks show.
Enjoy the summer, and your favorite outdoor activities, but don't take a vacation from safety.
Jerry Wolfram
Fire Inspector for the Kilbourn Fire Department
The KFD is always looking for volunteers willing to dedicate themselves to community service in return for respect, tradition and fellowship known only to those who give and have given the most valuable resource today... time. Applicants must live within 3 driving miles from the station; live within the fire district; be at least 21 years old; be willing to participate in an informal interview and a background check. Any active member can become a "Retired Honorary" member after 15 or more years of service. Interested persons call 608-254-2040 for application, or talk to any active firefighter.