Since 1892 the Kent Fire Department has existed to maintain and enhance the quality of life within its boundaries by protecting life, property and the environment.  We are a internationally accredited full-service, all risk fire and rescue department that provides services to the citizens of Kent, Covington and portions of unincorporated King County. The department covers approximately 50 square miles and protects a population of over 140,000.

We are governed by the Regional Fire Authority Governance Board which is comprised of six voting members and one non-voting member.  Three members of the board are appointed from the ranks of the Kent City Council, three from the Board of Commissioners for Fire District 37 and one non-voting member from the Covington City Council.  It is the board’s responsibility to oversee budget and policy decisions and to ensure that the department is successful in its mission of protecting our community.

The RFA provides emergency response services including basic life support, fire suppression, hazardous materials, and technical rescue from 8 fire stations.  All stations are staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.  Minimum daily staffing across the jurisdiction is 30, with a recall system to ensure that staffing services are maintained.  Advanced Life Support services are provided through King County’s Medic One program.

Currently the department employs 196, with 165 of those being uniformed personnel.  The 31 civilians are in various roles including administrative staff, mechanics, public educators etc.

Internal support divisions include Fire Administration, Fire Prevention, Emergency Management, Training, Planning Logistics, Public Education, Arson Investigation, and Vehicle Maintenance.