News
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Thanks to our Volunteers and Supporters
I’d like to thank all the KMFD volunteers, Board, and community volunteers who consistently provide the high level of support for Kings Mountain residents and… Read more…
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The Cozy Trap: Hidden Dangers of Winter Heating
As we approach colder weather, many of us on Kings Mountain are firing up (pardon the pun!) our wood burning stoves, fireplaces, and portable heaters.… Read more…
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Support Fast Responses!
People often inquire how they can help the fire department, even without becoming a KMFD firefighter or medical responder. There are a great number of… Read more…
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Chief’s Chat on Fundraising
The KMFD is very appreciative of the great community support for putting on another very successful Kings Mountain Art Fair, benefiting community organizations including the… Read more…
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Lithium-ion Battery
You may have noticed in the news, both locally and nationally, lithium-ion battery safety incidents/fires. These batteries are in numerous devices we all use on… Read more…
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Vehicle Extrication Training
A number of Kings Mtn. residents recently noticed some slightly (or more than slightly) cut up cars in the Community Center Parking lot, and were… Read more…
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Know Before You Burn: CAL FIRE Regulations on Debris and Warming Fire
As fire season intensifies in California, residents of San Mateo County must remain vigilant and informed about CAL FIRE regulations surrounding debris pile burning and… Read more…
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Chief’s Chat June 2025
For the May 2025 Kings Mountain Fire Volunteer Brigade (KMVFB) Board meeting, the Kings Mountain Fire Department (KMFD) staff was proud to provide a tour… Read more…
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Smoke Alarms and Carbon Monoxide Alarms Save Lives
As Day Light Savings Time is upon us, it’s always a good reminder to check your home’s smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors. The below… Read more…
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Are volunteer fire departments still relevant and necessary in the 21st century?
This is a question I have been asked often in recent years. Now you have to understand this question is coming from an urban West… Read more…