Kingsford-Union
Volunteer Fire Department

The Town of Kingsford Heights is located just south of Laporte along US-35 and IN-6 in southern Laporte County. This all-volunteer department includes 15 members who provide Fire, Rescue and Medical First-Responder protection to 2,500 residents and 36 square miles including the Town of Kingsford Heights and Union Township.
Station
Kingsford Union Fire Station

 
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Engine 941 - 2000 KME Excel Rescue Pumper - 1250gpm/1000gal/30gal foam
941 is first-due on all fires and car accidents. Along with various firefighting equipment, this engine carries a set of extrication tools.
 
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Engine 941 - 2000 KME Excel Rescue Pumper - 1250gpm/1000gal/30gal foam
 
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Engine 941 - 2000 KME Excel Rescue Pumper - 1250gpm/1000gal/30gal foam
 
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Squad 961 - 1999 GMC Suburban 4x4
This rig runs as a Quick-Response Vehicle for all medical calls.
 
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Tanker 951 - 1991 GMC Topkick - 750gpm/2500gal
 
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Brush 971 - 2007 Chevy 3500 - 250gpm/250gal
 
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Utility 981 - 1986 Silverado
This former brush truck now carries a 4-bottle Cascade system.
 
Special Thanks to Assistant Chief Dave Enochs & Captain David Pierce for their help in arranging the apparatus
for these pictures and for providing Kingsford-Union VFD background and history.