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Welcome to the Official Website for Kent Fire Department
Welcome to the Kent Volunteer Fire Department Web Site. We are located 65 miles North of NYC in Kent Cliffs, Putnam County New York. Our district Covers approximately 30 square miles which of consists of two separate zip codes 10512 for Carmel, and 12533 for Hopewell Jct. Our department is staffed by dedicated volunteers.
The landscape of our community is primarily residential and includes several parks, lake communities and areas of interest. State parks include NYS White Pond Multiple Use Area (a 276-acre State park), The Clarence Fahnestock Memorial State Park (a 14,086-acre State park) and The California Hill state forest (a 982-acre state park). Our community is also part of the NYC Croton Reservoir and Watershed system which includes The Boyd's Corner Dam and several multi-use properties. Our district is also home to The Chuang Yen Monastery which houses the largest Buddha statue in the western hemisphere. This brings visitors to our community from around the globe. Our district also includes a 2.6-mile portion of the Taconic State Parkway from Route 301 to the Dutchess County line.
Because of the terrain in our district, the Kent Volunteer Fire Department is well equipped and trained to fight brush, and forestry fires. Our department has responded to many of these incidents in past years, because of our members extensive training and experience in these incidents we have been called to many surrounding communities to assist.
We are one of Three departments in Putnam County that utilize lime-yellow trucks which according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) are safer than red fire trucks.
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Kent Fire responds to 3 major incidents within a week!!
Chief Matthew Valente, January 26
In the past week, the Kent Volunteer Fire Department responded to three major incidents - two structure fires and a water rescue. Here's a glimpse into their unwavering commitment:
1️⃣ White Pond Water Rescue - January 20th, 2023, 2:28 PM
The Kent Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched along with the Mahopac Falls Vol. Fire Department Dive Team to White Pond for a report of a person who fell through ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Lauren Andrews, December 31
With 2023 ending, Lets take a look at some highlights from this past year! The Members of the Kent Volunteer Fire Department wholeheartedly want to thank everyone for their continued support this year.
All monetary donations, item/gift certificate donations from local business towards fundraising events we held, attending our community & fundraising events, clothing bin donations, gifts given along ... (Full Story)
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12-17-23 Events!
Lauren Andrews, December 17
A heartfelt thank you to our community who made breakfast with santa and pet photos with santa a huge success with an amazing turnout today!
Our hearts are also full as we were able to host PawSafe Animal Rescue today with an adoption event and helping several puppies find their forever homes.
As always, thank you for your continued support. Have a happy & healthy holiday season! 💚... (Full Story & Photos)
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Kent Fire Department, December 08
To all that celebrate the members of The Kent Volunteer Fire Department wish you a Happy Hanukkah!
May your next eight nights be filled with peace, joy, and love!
Below are some fire safety tips to follow this Holiday season!... (Full Story & Photos)
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Chili Cook-off
Lauren Andrews, December 03
Saturday December 2nd our members took home 1st place in the Holiday on the Lake Firehouse Chili Cook Off held at Our Lady of the Lakes - Council # 6318 - Knights of Columbus - Carmel, NY
We are also happy to announce that our charity of choice to donate 100% of the proceeds will be donated to United For The Troops
Thank you to all who came out to support and vote for us!... (Full Story & Photos)
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Happy Thanksgiving!
Lauren Andrews, November 23
On behalf of the members of the Kent Volunteer Fire Department we wish everyone a happy and safe Thanksgiving!
Be safe while cooking and follow these safety tips from NFPA.... (Full Story & Photos)
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“Big” 50/50 Raffle Drawing!
Lauren Andrews, November 09
Tuesday November 7th We held the drawing for our “Big” 50/50 Raffle 🎟️The lucky winning ticket was ticket #0283
We want to thank all of our members who sold tickets and to everyone who purchased tickets to help support the Kent Volunteer Fire Department!... (Full Story & Photos)
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