Contact Us

• Administrative Offices: 314-822-5883
• Fire Chief, James Silvernail: silverjL@kirkwoodmo.org
• Assistant Chief Brian Zaitz: zaitzbt@kirkwoodmo.org
• Deputy Chief / Chief Medical Officer David Smith: smithdL@kirkwoodmo.org
• Fire Marshal Robert Sumpter: firemarshal@kirkwoodmo.org
  •  The City of Kirkwood is committed to safety and adheres to the 2021 International Fire Code.
  • Explore all City ordinances related to fire prevention and protection here to ensure you have the information you need to stay safe and compliant.
  • Easily apply for fire permits by visiting the City's Public Portal today to get started.
  • To schedule fire permit inspections: 314-984-5921

• For emergencies, call 9-1-1
  • Learn more about what to do when you call 9-1-1. Read "Making 9-1-1 Work for You"

Social Media

• Kirkwood Fire/Rescue on Facebook

Kirkwood FD 5-year strategic plan 

• Strategic plan, 2023

Kirkwood FD 2023 Year in Review 

• Here is the annual report

A Little Bit of History

July 25, 1918: The first paid, full-time fire department in Kirkwood went on duty. A volunteer bucket brigade had served the City in 1853. A volunteer fire company was established after a huge fire wiped out the City armory on April 30, 1904, while most citizens attended opening day at the World's Fair.