News
PHFD Conducts Training at Covington Catholic High School
May 15, 2012
The Park Hills Fire Department conducted proactive training at Covington Catholic High School on Tuesday evening. Preplanning is an important component for all fire departments. It allows firefighters to develop a plan of action for large-scale incidents within their communities. Having a plan of action for worst-case scenarios is crucial for stressful situations.
PHFD Firefighter Graduates from Kenton County Recruit School
May 8, 2012
The Park Hills Fire Department would like to recognize Josh Davis on completing the Kenton County Fire Recruit School. The recruit school is an intensive 5-month program that provides recruits with nearly 150 hours of firefighter-related training.
PHFD Members Complete Weather Spotter Training
April 19, 2012
Two members of the Park Hills Fire Department completed weather spotter training conducted by the National Weather Service. Weather spotters are a valuable tool used by the NWS in order to confirm severe weather events that are indicated on radar systems. By obtaining this certification, weather spotters report directly to the National Weather Service to provide vital information when it matters the most.
Hydrant Flushing to be Conducted in Park Hills 4/16/12 - 4/20/12
April 10, 2012
Beginning April 16, there will be routine hydrant flushing conducted in Park Hills. The hydrants will be flowed daily from 8am-4pm, from April 16 to April 20. If residents experience rusty or cloudy water, running the cold tap for a few minutes should clear it up. For a complete schedule of hydrant flushing around Northern Kentucky, click HERE
Park Hills FD Instructs Class for Kenton County Recruit School
March 28, 2012
The Park Hills Fire Department conducted a search and rescue class for the Kenton County Fire Recruit School on Monday. This class is made up of recruits all across Northern Kentucky and teaches them the basic fundamentals of the fire service.
Park Hills FD and Fort Wright FD Conduct
Walkthrough of New Outpatient Center
March 27, 2012
Firefighters from both Park Hills and Fort Wright conducted a walkthrough of the new Christ Hospital Outpatient center that is being constructed in Fort Wright. The 44,000 square foot facility will offer family care, a cardiovascular center, wound healing, obstetrics center and a laboratory. Firefighters often conduct walkthroughs of large buildings as they're constructed in order to be familiar with the layout, look for any unsafe areas in the building, and find out where sprinklers, alarms, etc are located.
Tornadoes Hit Kenton County
March 3, 2012
A series of deadly tornadoes ripped through our area over the weekend. The PHFD is keeping those affected in our thoughts and prayers. For information on how you can help, click HERE.
Careless Cooking is the #1 Cause of Residential Fires
February 18, 2012
The PHFD would like to remind residents that it is always best to prevent a fire than to have to deal with one. Remember to use a moderate cooking temperature, don't overfill the container, and if you must leave the kitchen, turn the burner off . Unattended cooking is the primary cause of kitchen fires. Over half of these are grease fires. Here are a couple more important reminders:
Turn pot handles away from the front of the stove. Curious children may reach up and grab the handle, pulling the hot contents down on themselves.·Don't position handles over another burner, it may catch on fire or burn someone who touches it.
·Wear short sleeves or tight fitting long sleeves when cooking to reduce a clothing fire hazard.
·Shield yourself from scalding steam when lifting lids from hot pans.
·Make sure pot holders are not too close to the stove. They could catch fire.·Keep ovens, broilers, stove tops, and exhaust ducts free from grease.·If there is a fire in the oven - Turn off the oven and keep the oven door closed.Over half the people attempting to extinguish a kitchen fire are injured. Often the best advice is to get everyone out of the house and call the fire department (911) from a neighbor's house. Never try to move the pan, don't throw water on it, and don't put flour on it.
PHFD Responds to New Year's Day Vehicle Accident
January 1, 2012
Two people were transported to the hospital today after an early afternoon vehicle crash. The vehicle lost control on Dixie Highway, struck a fire hydrant, and crashed into a ditch.
PHFD Displays Vietnam Memorial Plaque for Former Member
January 1, 2011
The Park Hills Fire Department will proudly display a memorial plaque for former member Jimmy Todtenbier. Jimmy was killed on June 6, 1969 while serving his country in Vietnam. He was a dedicated member of the department and this plaque will serve as a reminder of his sacrifice. The department would also like to extend a special thanks to Northern Kentucky Monument for donating the plaque to the PHFD.
2011 Updates Added to Archive
January 1, 2011
News updates from 2011 have been added to the archives. Updates from years past can be viewed by clicking HERE, or by accessing the "News Archives" on the navigation bar to the left. The Park Hills Fire Department would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year.