Kenwood Firefighters' Association

Just after midnight last night, Engine 3181 and Chief 3100 responded to a reported structure fire with multiple callers. Upon arrival, an outbuilding was found to be well involved with fire. E3181 performed fire attack, and achieved knockdown within 4 minutes of arriving on scene. Mutual aid was provided by @svfd_33 Engine 3385, and @santarosafirefighters Engine 7.

Last night recruits from the Sonoma Valley Volunteer Fire Academy learned about fire behavior as it relates to structural firefighting. They learned about flow path and the effects of smoke and heat within a structure, as well as the different stages of fire development. The mock small scale structure allowed them to see how fire behavior develops with in the different compartments within a structure.

This morning Kenwood Fire’s C-Shift responded automatic aid to a working structure fire on Lakeside Drive in Sonoma Valley Fire District. E3181 responded with units from Sonoma Valley Fire District as well as Sonoma County Fire District and assisted with the confinement/extinguishment of the fire and salvage and overhaul. #svfd #sonomavalley #workingfire #kenwoodfirefighters #automaticaid

Don’t forget to set your clocks forward one hour tonight, and as always while you’re changing your clocks, don’t forget to change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

Board of Directors Notice of Vacancy The Kenwood Fire District Board of Directors is currently accepting letters of interest for a vacant director seat. The Board of Directors intends to make an appointment for 2 years, due to the passing of a Director. Interested persons can submit a letter of interest and resume to the District’s office located at 9045 Sonoma Hwy. Kenwood (PO Box 249). The seat will go to election in November 2022. Applications must be received by February 25th, 2021 at 5:00PM. All applicants must reside within the boundaries of the Kenwood Fire District. For more information contact the District office at 707-833-2042.

This afternoon Kenwood firefighters responded along with Sonoma Valley Fire District, after a request for the Region 3 Large Animal Rescue Team to a rural property in the Rancho Adobe Fire District. The response was to assist in moving an injured horse that was seriously injured. With technical rescue equipment carried on Region 3’s LAR trailer, the horse was safely and successfully loaded into the trailer for transport by the owner to UC Davis Veterinary Hospital. This highlights just another of the many disciplines that our firefighters need to be proficient in to provide the highest level of service to the public. #mutualaid #Largeanimalrescue #kenwoodfirefighters @svfd_33 @rafdlocal1401

This morning at 1005 hrs, units were dispatched to a fall victim within Sugarloaf State Park. Chief 3100, and Utility 3141 responded with mutual aid from Santa Rosa E7, Santa Rosa AMR, and Henry 1. Upon making it to the patient, who was on a trail, it was decided to have Henry 1 longline the patient off of the trail and provide transport to the local trauma center. It is calls like these that show the importance of having good working relationships with our mutual aid partners within the county. #rescue #helicopter #kenwood #sonomacounty #mutualaid #kenwoodfirefighters #henry1

Cold temperatures, heavy rain, and high winds are heading our way over the next few days. Drive safely, slow down, and be prepared for potential power outages. #beprepared #atmosphericriver #rain #wind #kenwoodfirefighters

This morning before the rain, C shift got out and drilled on vehicle extrication to keep our skills sharp. We want to remind you drive safe and slow down during rainy or inclement weather. #holmatro #vehicleextrication #train #forthem #kenwoodfirefighters

Starting at 10am, Santa Claus will be riding around town on the fire engine. He can be seen throughout town spreading holiday cheer. He will start from the Treehaven Lane, and move towards Warm Springs Road. Be sure to step out and give him a wave! #santaclaus #kenwood #ca #socialdistancing #kenwoodfirefighters

Merry Christmas from Kenwood FD! We hope your holidays are happy and healthy! #merrychristmas #happyholidays #wearehereforyou #kenwoodfirefighters

*Red Flag Warning & Wind Advisory* - A Red Flag Warning has been issued for the North Bay mountains and valleys, and is in effect from 11:00 p.m. tonight (Sunday) to 11:00 a.m. tomorrow (Monday) due to forecasted strong offshore winds out of the northeast. - Wind Advisory has also been issued for much of the Bay Area from 11:00 p.m. tonight (Sunday) to 11:00 a.m. tomorrow (Monday). RED FLAG DETAILS... * AFFECTED AREA: North Bay valleys and mountains, including all of Santa Rosa * WIND: North 15 to 25 mph with gusts 45-60 mph in the hills with gusts 30-45 mph into lower elevations. Strongest winds are expected tonight then peak around sunrise tomorrow morning. * HUMIDITY: Humidity will be moderate tonight from 40-50% but gradually lower to around 20-30% by midday Monday * TEMPERATURES: Record highs into the 70s on Monday. * IMPACTS: Any new starts aligned with wind will likely show rapid growth as fuels remain at or near all time record dry levels for early December. Strong winds could cause power outages as well as downed trees and limbs. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS: A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or will shortly. A combination of strong winds low relative humidity and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior. See more

Thank you to all of the veterans who have served our great country.

Today at 1200 hrs, A Shift responded mutual aid to Sonoma Valley Fire District, to the 3200 block of Warm Springs Road for an extrication assignment. A vehicle was located upside down in the creek. Luckily the 2 occupants self extricated and sustained minor injuries and were able to walk out with assistance from fire personnel. Units on scene were Chief 3100, Engine 3181, and SVFD units; Engines 3385, 3680, Battalion 3, Chief 3600, and Medic 302.

Overnight, Kenwood Fire’s C shift responded to a vehicle extrication assignment at 12:29 am. Arriving within 6 minutes to the 10000 block of Highway 12 to find an SUV with major damage off the roadway and into an oak tree. After an extensive extrication the patient was removed from the vehicle and transported to a local hospital with major injuries. Units on scene were Chief 3100, Engine 3181, and mutual aid provided from Sonoma Valley Fire District Engine 3385, and Medic 303.

We’d like to give a huge shoutout to @volunteerfirefoundation for delivering 2 of their care packages to us during this red flag upstaff. The gear provided in these two care packages will be sure to get put to good use on our apparatus. Thank you!