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 36 active and 56 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. 633
Co. 1 City Fire
Captain - Marty Platt, Lieutenant - Scott McClyman
Co. 2 Rural Fire
Captain - Dave Hess, Lieutenant - Shawn Newell
Co. 3 Rescue
Captain - Todd Swansby, Lieutenant - Dan Zurawski
Smoke Alarms
In the event of a fire, a properly installed and maintained smoke alarm can save your life and those of your loved ones. Smoke alarms are a very important means of preventing home fire fatalities by providing an early warning signal so you and your family can escape. They are one of the best safety devices you can buy and install to protect yourself, your family, and your home. You can prevent tragedies simply by testing and maintaining your smoke alarms and practicing a fire escape plan. All smoke alarms in your house should be tested once a month and their batteries replaced annually or as indicated by the manufacturer’s instructions.
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.